Town in Tarrant County, part of the Dallas-Fort Worth metro

Living in Edgecliff Village, TX

B+

201st of 745Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people
Overall score 72 of 100
66th of 181 in the Dallas-Fort Worth area

Edgecliff Village gets an overall grade of B+ and ranks 201st of 745 Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people. It does best on errands and things to do and home ownership, and trails on education levels and health. It is a strong pick for young professionals and remote workers.

  • Good for young professionals
  • Good for remote workers
  • Tornado risk is very high
  • Heat wave risk is very high
Map of Texas showing where Edgecliff Village isHoustonSan AntonioAustinEdgecliff Village
Where Edgecliff Village is in Texas.
Population
3,759-0.7% since 2020
Median rent
$2,04346% higher than Texas
Median home value
$280,000about the same as Texas
Household income
$85,242Median
Average commute
25 minOne way
Violent crime
No dataNo full-year report

What it's like to live in Edgecliff Village

Edgecliff Village sits about 35 miles from downtown Dallas, in the Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington metro. 3,759 people lived here in 2025, down 0.7% from 2020. It is suburban.

Places locals use include Edgecliff Village Park and Glenrose Texas Fossil Wildlife Park.

The median age is 42.0, 30% of households have children, 86% of homes are owned by the people living in them and the typical household earns $85,242 a year (9% higher than the Texas median).

Pros of living in Edgecliff Village

No clear standouts in our data.

Cons of living in Edgecliff Village

  • Higher rent. Median rent is $2,043, 46% higher than the Texas median.
  • Higher unemployment. 16% of the labor force is out of work, against 5.3% statewide.
  • Natural hazard risk. FEMA rates the risk of tornadoes, heat waves and hail as very high here.

Who Edgecliff Village suits

  • FamiliesA reasonable fit. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 71% for families.
  • Young professionalsA reasonable fit: household income is 9% higher than the Texas median, with 3 restaurants and 0 cafes in town. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 80% for young professionals.
  • RetireesA reasonable fit: 18% of working-age adults are uninsured. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 71% for retirees.
  • Remote workersA reasonable fit: 94% of homes have broadband and the median rent of $2,043 is 46% higher than the Texas median. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 85% for remote workers.
  • People on a budgetNot the best fit: the median rent of $2,043 is 46% higher than the Texas median. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 38% for people on a budget.

Edgecliff Village report card

Ten grades, one for each part of daily life we measure. Most compare Edgecliff Village with other US towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people. Schools, safety and errands compare it with other Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people.

  • Cost of living: grade C

    Median rent $2,043, homes cost 3.3x income.

    43 of 100 vs US towns

  • Jobs and income: grade C

    Median household income $85,242, 16% unemployed.

    47 of 100 vs US towns

  • Schools: grade C

    1 rated campuses, 0% rated A or B.

    43 of 100 vs TX towns

  • Safety: no grade

    No full year of crime data from local police.

    No score vs TX towns

  • Errands and things to do: grade A-

    0 grocery stores, 3 restaurants, 2 parks mapped in town.

    84 of 100 vs TX towns

  • Getting around: grade C+

    Average commute 25 min, 12% work from home.

    51 of 100 vs US towns

  • Education levels: grade C-

    25% have a bachelor’s degree.

    34 of 100 vs US towns

  • Health: grade C-

    18% of adults uninsured.

    39 of 100 vs US towns

  • Home ownership: grade B+

    86% of homes owner-occupied.

    75 of 100 vs US towns

  • Internet access: grade B

    94% of homes have broadband.

    71 of 100 vs US towns

Where Edgecliff Village stands out compared with Texas

Better than Texas

  • Renters paying 30%+ of income on rent: 26%26 points lower than Texas (52%)
  • Homes owned by the people living in them: 86%24 points higher than Texas (63%)
  • People below the poverty line: 5.9%8 points lower than Texas (14%)

Worse than Texas

  • Median rent: $2,04346% higher than Texas ($1,403)
  • Unemployment rate: 16%11 points higher than Texas (5.3%)
  • Adults with a bachelor's degree or higher: 25%9 points lower than Texas (34%)

Cost of living in Edgecliff Village

Rent is the cost most newcomers feel first. The median rent in Edgecliff Village is $2,043 a month, 46% higher than the Texas median of $1,403. To keep that rent at 30% of income, a household needs to earn about $82,000 a year. Right now 26% of renters here pay more than 30% of their income on rent.

HUD sets fair market rents for this area at $1,481 for a one-bedroom, $1,745 for a two-bedroom and $2,284 for a three-bedroom (fiscal year 2027). These figures include utilities and describe a modest unit, so newer apartments often ask for more.

The median home is worth $280,000, about the same as the Texas median. With 20% down and a 30-year loan at 7.28%, the monthly payment comes to about $1,533 before tax, or $1,824 with property tax. That is close to the median rent, so buying can make sense if you plan to stay.

Texas has no state income tax, but property taxes are among the highest in the country. The median homeowner in Edgecliff Village pays $3,502 a year, 17% lower than the Texas median of $4,232. Budget for it, along with homeowners insurance, which our numbers do not include.

Typical rent by apartment size

Fair market rent by bedroom count in Edgecliff VillageStudio$1,4611 bedroom$1,4812 bedrooms$1,7453 bedrooms$2,2844 bedrooms$2,866
HUD fair market rent for FY2027, Fort Worth-Arlington, TX HUD Metro FMR Area. This is what a typical, modest unit rents for, including utilities.
MeasureHereTexasUS
Median rent46% higher than Texas$2,043$1,403$1,413
Median home valueAbout the same as Texas$280,000$283,800$332,700
Home value to income9% lower than Texas3.3x3.6x4.1x
Renters paying 30%+ of income on rent26 points lower than Texas26%52%51%
Median property tax per year17% lower than Texas$3,502$4,232$3,119
Homes owned by the people living in them24 points higher than Texas86%63%65%
Median year homes were builtAbout the same as Texas197619921980

Monthly cost to buy a median home

$1,824
Mortgage payment
$1,533
Property tax
$292
Median rent, for comparison
$2,043

Based on a $280,000 home in Edgecliff Village, 20% down and a 30-year loan at 7.28% (Freddie Mac average, week of 2026-10-01). Property tax is the median paid locally, or the county median where the local figure is not published. Insurance and fees are not included.

Schools in Edgecliff Village

Edgecliff Village has 1 public school campuses with a 2025 state rating inside the city, and 0% of them earn an A or B. Most students here are served by Texas School of the Arts.

Texas districts usually assign students by attendance zone rather than the closest campus, so check the zone for a specific address with the district before you sign a lease or buy.

Schools grade
43
of 100 vs Texas towns
Average rating
79
Texas median 81

Ratings are the 2025 Texas Education Agency A to F accountability ratings. Always check which school serves a specific address with the district.

Top-rated schools

  • CTexas School of the ArtsElementary, Texas School of the Arts79 of 100

Daily life in Edgecliff Village

Everyday places mapped inside Edgecliff Village, from Overture Maps. Well-known spots include Edgecliff Village Park, Glenrose Texas Fossil Wildlife Park.

The average one-way commute is 25 minutes, 8% shorter than the Texas average. 12% of workers work from home. Fewer than 3% walk, bike or take transit to work, so plan on driving for almost everything.

Downtown Dallas is about 35 miles away in a straight line. Many people who live in Edgecliff Village work elsewhere in the metro, so test the drive at rush hour before you commit.

The median household income is $85,242, income per person is $35,494, unemployment is 16% and 25% of adults hold a bachelor's degree.

Grocery stores
0
Pharmacies
0
Restaurants
3
Cafes
0
Bars
0
Parks
2
Gyms
0
Hospitals and urgent care
0
Childcare
0
Libraries
0

Jobs, income and education

MeasureHereTexasUS
Median household income9% higher than Texas$85,242$78,476$80,734
Income per person13% lower than Texas$35,494$40,752$44,673
Unemployment rate11 points higher than Texas16%5.3%5.2%
People below the poverty line8 points lower than Texas5.9%14%12%
Adults with a bachelor's degree or higher9 points lower than Texas25%34%36%
Adults with a high school diploma or higher2 points lower than Texas84%86%90%
Adults 18 to 64 without health insurance2 points lower than Texas18%20%11%
Homes with broadband internet3 points higher than Texas94%91%91%

Getting to work

MeasureHereTexasUS
Average commute8% lower than Texas25 min27 min26 min
Workers who work from home2 points lower than Texas12%14%15%
Workers who work from home12%
Workers who take transit0%
Workers who walk2.0%
Workers who bike0%

Who lives in Edgecliff Village

Under 1823%
18 to 3420%
35 to 6437%
65 and over20%

Median age 42.0 years. 30% of households have children.

Race and ethnicity
White41%
Hispanic or Latino39%
Black14%
Asian2.8%
Other or more than one race3.4%

Shown for information only. It is never part of any grade.

Weather in Edgecliff Village

Edgecliff Village has a hot Texas climate. July highs average 97°F and January lows about 33°F. There are about 103 days a year at 90°F or above, and about 36 inches of rain a year.

Average monthly high and low temperatures in Edgecliff Village30°50°70°90°59J63F70M78A85M93J97J98A90S81O69N60DRain

Average daily high and low by month, °F, with rain below. NOAA 1991 to 2020 normals from Benbrook Dam, 6 mi away. Orange months average 90°F or more.

Natural hazard risk

FEMA's National Risk Index says river flooding risk is high, hurricane risk is low, tornado risk is very high and hail risk is very high. Before you buy, look up the FEMA flood zone for the exact address and get a flood insurance quote, since standard home policies do not cover floods.

  • River floodingHigh
  • HurricanesLow
  • TornadoesVery high
  • HailVery high
  • Heat wavesVery high
  • WildfiresModerate
  • Winter stormsModerate
  • Strong windVery low

Source: FEMA National Risk Index, December 2025, Census tract level averaged for the city. Check the FEMA flood map for any address before you buy.

Places near Edgecliff Village

Nearby, Everman gets a D-, Forest Hill gets a D and Crowley gets a C+. Each is graded against Texas places of its own size, so a small town and a big city can both earn an A.

  1. D-EvermanTown, 6,106 people4 mi
  2. DForest HillSmall city, 14,062 people5 mi
  3. C+CrowleySmall city, 19,532 people6 mi
  4. B+BenbrookSmall city, 24,557 people7 mi
  5. CKennedaleTown, 9,439 people8 mi
  6. CRendonSmall city, 14,632 people8 mi

Edgecliff Village in the Dallas-Fort Worth area

How it ranks among 181 places in the metro.

  1. 1A+Flower Mound78,389 people26 mito downtown
  2. 2A+Trophy Club13,733 people29 mito downtown
  3. 3A+University Park25,155 people4 mito downtown
  4. 63B+Bedford49,085 people22 mito downtown
  5. 64B+Rhome1,699 people44 mito downtown
  6. 65B+Watauga23,233 people29 mito downtown
  7. 66B+Edgecliff Village3,766 people35 mito downtown
  8. 67BFate22,884 people24 mito downtown
  9. 68BGrandview2,176 people44 mito downtown
  10. 69BHurst39,861 people24 mito downtown

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Living in Edgecliff Village: common questions

Is Edgecliff Village, TX a good place to live?

Edgecliff Village gets an overall grade of B+ and ranks 201st of 745 Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people. It does best on errands and things to do and home ownership, and trails on education levels and health. It is a strong pick for young professionals and remote workers.

How much does it cost to live in Edgecliff Village?

Median rent in Edgecliff Village is $2,043 a month, 46% higher than the Texas median. The median home is worth $280,000, about the same as the Texas median. A median home costs 3.3x the median household income, compared with 3.6x across Texas. With 20% down at a 7.28% rate, the monthly payment on a median home is about $1,824, including property tax.

Are the schools good in Edgecliff Village?

We found 1 rated public school campuses inside Edgecliff Village. 0% are rated A or B by the Texas Education Agency. Its schools score is 43 of 100 compared with other Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people.

Does Edgecliff Village flood?

FEMA rates river flooding risk in Edgecliff Village as high, and coastal flooding as not rated. Hazards rated high or very high here: river flooding, tornadoes, heat waves and hail. Always check the flood map for a specific address before you buy.

What is the weather like in Edgecliff Village?

Summers in Edgecliff Village peak at about 97°F in July, and January nights fall to about 33°F. Expect around 103 days a year at 90°F or hotter, and 36 inches of rain.

How long is the commute in Edgecliff Village?

The average one-way commute is 25 min, 8% lower than the Texas average. About 12% of workers work from home. It is about 35 miles from downtown Dallas.

Sources: US Census Bureau 2020-2024 ACS 5-year and 2025 population estimates, CDC PLACES 2025, Texas Education Agency 2025 ratings, FBI Crime Data Explorer, FEMA National Risk Index, NOAA climate normals, HUD fair market rents, Overture Maps. Updated 2026-10-04. How we grade.