Town in Johnson County, part of the Dallas-Fort Worth metro
Living in Grandview, TX
210th of 745Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people
Overall score 71 of 100
68th of 181 in the Dallas-Fort Worth area
Grandview gets an overall grade of B and ranks 210th of 745 Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people. It does best on jobs and income and schools, and trails on getting around and health.
- Fast-growing
- Getting around scores low (6 of 100)
- Population
- 2,090+12.1% since 2020
- Median rent
- $82841% lower than Texas
- Median home value
- $225,60021% lower than Texas
- Household income
- $77,000Median
- Average commute
- 31 minOne way
- Violent crime
- No dataNo full-year report
What it's like to live in Grandview
Grandview sits about 44 miles from downtown Dallas, in the Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington metro. 2,090 people lived here in 2025, up 12.1% from 2020, so it is one of the faster-growing places in Texas. It is spread out.
Local spots people know include Grandview City Park, Vista Point Community Park and Grandview Dog Park.
The median age is 33.9, 43% of households have children, 62% of homes are owned by the people living in them and the typical household earns $77,000 a year (about the same as the Texas median).
Pros of living in Grandview
- Strong public schools. 100% of the 3 rated campuses here earn an A or B from the Texas Education Agency.
- Lower rent. Median rent is $828, 41% lower than the Texas median.
Cons of living in Grandview
- Long commutes. The average trip to work takes 31 minutes, against 27 across Texas.
Who Grandview suits
- FamiliesA reasonable fit: 100% of rated schools earn an A or B. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 78% for families.
- Young professionalsA reasonable fit: household income is about the same as the Texas median, with 8 restaurants and 1 cafe in town. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 52% for young professionals.
- Remote workersA reasonable fit: 89% of homes have broadband and the median rent of $828 is 41% lower than the Texas median. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 54% for remote workers.
- People on a budgetA reasonable fit: the median rent of $828 is 41% lower than the Texas median. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 66% for people on a budget.
Grandview report card
Ten grades, one for each part of daily life we measure. Most compare Grandview 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 B-
Median rent $828, homes cost 2.9x income.
61 of 100 vs US townsJobs and income: grade A-
Median household income $77,000, 0.5% unemployed.
83 of 100 vs US townsSchools: grade B+
3 rated campuses, 100% rated A or B.
77 of 100 vs TX townsSafety: no grade
No full year of crime data from local police.
No score vs TX townsErrands and things to do: no grade
4 grocery stores, 8 restaurants, 5 parks mapped in town.
No score vs TX townsGetting around: grade F
Average commute 31 min, 5.8% work from home.
6 of 100 vs US townsEducation levels: grade D+
19% have a bachelor’s degree.
26 of 100 vs US townsHealth: grade D+
14% of adults uninsured.
24 of 100 vs US townsHome ownership: grade C+
62% of homes owner-occupied.
51 of 100 vs US townsInternet access: grade C
89% of homes have broadband.
45 of 100 vs US towns
Where Grandview stands out compared with Texas
Better than Texas
- Median rent: $82841% lower than Texas ($1,403)
- Home value to income: 2.9x19% lower than Texas (3.6x)
- People below the poverty line: 7.1%7 points lower than Texas (14%)
Worse than Texas
- Adults with a bachelor's degree or higher: 19%15 points lower than Texas (34%)
- Average commute: 31 min15% higher than Texas (27 min)
- Workers who walk, bike or take transit: 0%3 points lower than Texas (2.6%)
Cost of living in Grandview
Grandview renters pay a median of $828 a month, 41% lower than the statewide median. The usual rule is to spend no more than 30% of income on rent, which means earning around $33,000 a year for a median unit. Right now 48% 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 $225,600, 21% lower than the Texas median. With 20% down and a 30-year loan at 7.28%, the monthly payment comes to about $1,235 before tax, or $1,544 with property tax. That is $716 a month more than the median rent, so renting is the cheaper monthly choice unless you plan to stay for years.
Texas has no state income tax, but property taxes are among the highest in the country. The median homeowner in Grandview pays $3,715 a year, 12% 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
| Measure | Here | Texas | US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median rent41% lower than Texas | $828 | $1,403 | $1,413 |
| Median home value21% lower than Texas | $225,600 | $283,800 | $332,700 |
| Home value to income19% lower than Texas | 2.9x | 3.6x | 4.1x |
| Renters paying 30%+ of income on rent3 points lower than Texas | 48% | 52% | 51% |
| Median property tax per year12% lower than Texas | $3,715 | $4,232 | $3,119 |
| Homes owned by the people living in themAbout the same as Texas | 62% | 63% | 65% |
| Median year homes were builtAbout the same as Texas | 1979 | 1992 | 1980 |
Monthly cost to buy a median home
- Mortgage payment
- $1,235
- Property tax
- $310
- Median rent, for comparison
- $828
Based on a $225,600 home in Grandview, 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 Grandview
Grandview has 3 public school campuses with a 2025 state rating inside the city, and 100% of them earn an A or B. Most students here are served by Grandview ISD.
Top-rated campuses include Grandview High School. The average rating score across all campuses is 86 out of 100, against a Texas median of 81.
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.
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
- AGrandview High SchoolHigh, Grandview ISD92 of 100
- BGrandview Junior HighMiddle, Grandview ISD84 of 100
- BGrandview ElementaryElementary, Grandview ISD82 of 100
Daily life in Grandview
Everyday places mapped inside Grandview, from Overture Maps. Well-known spots include Grandview City Park, Vista Point Community Park, Grandview Dog Park.
The average one-way commute is 31 minutes, 15% longer than the Texas average. 6% 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 44 miles away in a straight line. Many people who live in Grandview work elsewhere in the metro, so test the drive at rush hour before you commit.
The median household income is $77,000, income per person is $33,034, unemployment is 0.5% and 19% of adults hold a bachelor's degree.
Jobs, income and education
| Measure | Here | Texas | US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household incomeAbout the same as Texas | $77,000 | $78,476 | $80,734 |
| Income per person19% lower than Texas | $33,034 | $40,752 | $44,673 |
| Unemployment rate5 points lower than Texas | 0.5% | 5.3% | 5.2% |
| People below the poverty line7 points lower than Texas | 7.1% | 14% | 12% |
| Adults with a bachelor's degree or higher15 points lower than Texas | 19% | 34% | 36% |
| Adults with a high school diploma or higherAbout the same as Texas | 85% | 86% | 90% |
| Adults 18 to 64 without health insurance6 points lower than Texas | 14% | 20% | 11% |
| Homes with broadband internet2 points lower than Texas | 89% | 91% | 91% |
Getting to work
| Measure | Here | Texas | US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average commute15% higher than Texas | 31 min | 27 min | 26 min |
| Workers who work from home9 points lower than Texas | 5.8% | 14% | 15% |
Who lives in Grandview
Median age 33.9 years. 43% of households have children.
Race and ethnicity
Shown for information only. It is never part of any grade.
Weather in Grandview
Grandview has a hot Texas climate. July highs average 95°F and January lows about 33°F. There are about 105 days a year at 90°F or above, and about 38 inches of rain a year.
Average daily high and low by month, °F, with rain below. NOAA 1991 to 2020 normals from Cleburne, 14 mi away. Orange months average 90°F or more.
Natural hazard risk
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 Grandview
Nearby, Itasca gets a B+, Alvarado gets a D and Rio Vista gets a D. Each is graded against Texas places of its own size, so a small town and a big city can both earn an A.
Grandview in the Dallas-Fort Worth area
How it ranks among 181 places in the metro.
- 1A+Flower Mound78,389 people26 mito downtown
- 2A+Trophy Club13,733 people29 mito downtown
- 3A+University Park25,155 people4 mito downtown
- 65B+Watauga23,233 people29 mito downtown
- 66B+Edgecliff Village3,766 people35 mito downtown
- 67BFate22,884 people24 mito downtown
- 68BGrandview2,176 people44 mito downtown
- 69BHurst39,861 people24 mito downtown
- 70BOak Point5,887 people30 mito downtown
- 71BPaloma Creek South8,860 people30 mito downtown
Living in Grandview: common questions
Is Grandview, TX a good place to live?
Grandview gets an overall grade of B and ranks 210th of 745 Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people. It does best on jobs and income and schools, and trails on getting around and health.
How much does it cost to live in Grandview?
Renters in Grandview pay a median of $828 a month, 41% lower than the Texas median. The median home is worth $225,600, 21% lower than the Texas median. A median home costs 2.9x 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 $1,544, including property tax.
Are the schools good in Grandview?
We found 3 rated public school campuses inside Grandview. 100% are rated A or B by the Texas Education Agency. Its schools score is 77 of 100 compared with other Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people.
What is the weather like in Grandview?
Summers in Grandview peak at about 95°F in July, and January nights fall to about 33°F. Expect around 105 days a year at 90°F or hotter, and 38 inches of rain.
How long is the commute in Grandview?
The average one-way commute is 31 min, 15% higher than the Texas average. About 5.8% of workers work from home. It is about 44 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.