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

Living in Hackberry, TX

C+

373rd of 745Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people
Overall score 50 of 100
104th of 181 in the Dallas-Fort Worth area

Hackberry gets an overall grade of C+ and ranks 373rd of 745 Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people. It does best on internet access and home ownership, and trails on getting around and cost of living. It is a strong pick for remote workers.

  • Good for remote workers
  • Well connected
  • Getting around scores low (4 of 100)
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Where Hackberry is in Texas.
Population
2,954-0.5% since 2020
Median rent
$2,20857% higher than Texas
Median home value
$416,60047% higher than Texas
Household income
$109,769Median
Average commute
33 minOne way
Violent crime
No dataNo full-year report

What it's like to live in Hackberry

Hackberry sits about 26 miles from downtown Dallas, in the Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington metro. 2,954 people lived here in 2025, down 0.5% from 2020. It is densely built, with mostly newer homes (the median home was built in 2013).

The median age is 37.6, 47% of households have children, 81% of homes are owned by the people living in them and the typical household earns $109,769 a year (40% higher than the Texas median).

Pros of living in Hackberry

  • High incomes. The median household earns $109,769, 40% higher than the Texas median.

Cons of living in Hackberry

  • Higher rent. Median rent is $2,208, 57% higher than the Texas median.
  • Long commutes. The average trip to work takes 33 minutes, against 27 across Texas.

Who Hackberry suits

  • FamiliesA reasonable fit. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 50% for families.
  • Young professionalsNot the best fit: household income is 40% higher than the Texas median, with 3 restaurants and 0 cafes in town. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 33% for young professionals.
  • Remote workersA reasonable fit: 98% of homes have broadband and the median rent of $2,208 is 57% 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 $2,208 is 57% higher than the Texas median. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 15% for people on a budget.

Hackberry report card

Ten grades, one for each part of daily life we measure. Most compare Hackberry 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 D

    Median rent $2,208, homes cost 3.8x income.

    21 of 100 vs US towns

  • Jobs and income: grade B-

    Median household income $109,769, 4.9% unemployed.

    61 of 100 vs US towns

  • Schools: grade C-

    Not enough data.

    32 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: no grade

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

    No score vs TX towns

  • Getting around: grade F

    Average commute 33 min, 27% work from home.

    4 of 100 vs US towns

  • Education levels: grade B-

    43% have a bachelor’s degree.

    63 of 100 vs US towns

  • Health: grade B-

    12% of adults uninsured.

    60 of 100 vs US towns

  • Home ownership: grade A

    81% of homes owner-occupied.

    88 of 100 vs US towns

  • Internet access: grade A

    98% of homes have broadband.

    92 of 100 vs US towns

Where Hackberry stands out compared with Texas

Better than Texas

  • Homes owned by the people living in them: 81%18 points higher than Texas (63%)
  • Median household income: $109,76940% higher than Texas ($78,476)
  • Adults with a bachelor's degree or higher: 43%9 points higher than Texas (34%)

Worse than Texas

  • Median rent: $2,20857% higher than Texas ($1,403)
  • Average commute: 33 min23% higher than Texas (27 min)
  • Workers who walk, bike or take transit: 0%3 points lower than Texas (2.6%)

Cost of living in Hackberry

Hackberry renters pay a median of $2,208 a month, 57% higher than the statewide median. The usual rule is to spend no more than 30% of income on rent, which means earning around $88,000 a year for a median unit. Right now 45% of renters here pay more than 30% of their income on rent.

HUD sets fair market rents for this area at $1,536 for a one-bedroom, $1,807 for a two-bedroom and $2,275 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 $416,600, 47% higher than the Texas median. With 20% down and a 30-year loan at 7.28%, the monthly payment comes to about $2,280 before tax, or $2,920 with property tax. That is $712 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 Hackberry pays $7,676 a year, 81% higher 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 HackberryStudio$1,4911 bedroom$1,5362 bedrooms$1,8073 bedrooms$2,2754 bedrooms$2,892
HUD fair market rent for FY2027, Dallas, TX HUD Metro FMR Area. This is what a typical, modest unit rents for, including utilities.
MeasureHereTexasUS
Median rent57% higher than Texas$2,208$1,403$1,413
Median home value47% higher than Texas$416,600$283,800$332,700
Home value to income5% higher than Texas3.8x3.6x4.1x
Renters paying 30%+ of income on rent7 points lower than Texas45%52%51%
Median property tax per year81% higher than Texas$7,676$4,232$3,119
Homes owned by the people living in them18 points higher than Texas81%63%65%
Median year homes were builtAbout the same as Texas201319921980

Monthly cost to buy a median home

$2,920
Mortgage payment
$2,280
Property tax
$640
Median rent, for comparison
$2,208

Based on a $416,600 home in Hackberry, 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.

Daily life in Hackberry

Everyday places mapped inside Hackberry, from Overture Maps.

The average one-way commute is 33 minutes, 23% longer than the Texas average. 27% 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 26 miles away in a straight line. Many people who live in Hackberry work elsewhere in the metro, so test the drive at rush hour before you commit.

The median household income is $109,769, income per person is $42,850, unemployment is 4.9% and 43% of adults hold a bachelor's degree.

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

Jobs, income and education

MeasureHereTexasUS
Median household income40% higher than Texas$109,769$78,476$80,734
Income per person5% higher than Texas$42,850$40,752$44,673
Unemployment rateAbout the same as Texas4.9%5.3%5.2%
People below the poverty line3 points lower than Texas11%14%12%
Adults with a bachelor's degree or higher9 points higher than Texas43%34%36%
Adults with a high school diploma or higher4 points higher than Texas90%86%90%
Adults 18 to 64 without health insurance7 points lower than Texas12%20%11%
Homes with broadband internet7 points higher than Texas98%91%91%

Getting to work

MeasureHereTexasUS
Average commute23% higher than Texas33 min27 min26 min
Workers who work from home13 points higher than Texas27%14%15%
Workers who work from home27%
Workers who take transit0%
Workers who walk0%
Workers who bike0%

Who lives in Hackberry

Under 1831%
18 to 3414%
35 to 6448%
65 and over7.8%

Median age 37.6 years. 47% of households have children.

Race and ethnicity
White30%
Hispanic or Latino21%
Black25%
Asian20%
Other or more than one race4.3%

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Weather in Hackberry

Hackberry has a hot Texas climate. July highs average 96°F and January lows about 34°F. There are about 95 days a year at 90°F or above, and about 38 inches of rain a year.

Average monthly high and low temperatures in Hackberry30°50°70°90°56J60F68M76A83M91J96J96A88S78O66N57DRain

Average daily high and low by month, °F, with rain below. NOAA 1991 to 2020 normals from Denton 2 Se, 11 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 Hackberry

    Nearby, Little Elm gets a B, The Colony gets a B+ and Paloma Creek South gets a B. Each is graded against Texas places of its own size, so a small town and a big city can both earn an A.

    1. BLittle ElmCity, 54,820 people3 mi
    2. B+The ColonySmall city, 45,454 people4 mi
    3. BPaloma Creek SouthTown, 8,860 people4 mi
    4. BOak PointTown, 5,887 people5 mi
    5. C+Paloma CreekTown, 3,016 people5 mi
    6. B+SavannahTown, 6,469 people5 mi

    Hackberry 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. 101C+Decatur7,426 people56 mito downtown
    5. 102C+Royse City20,037 people29 mito downtown
    6. 103C+Oak Ridge1,192 people31 mito downtown
    7. 104C+Hackberry2,979 people26 mito downtown
    8. 105C+Paloma Creek3,016 people31 mito downtown
    9. 106CProvidence Village8,721 people33 mito downtown
    10. 107CJoshua8,550 people43 mito downtown

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    Living in Hackberry: common questions

    Is Hackberry, TX a good place to live?

    Hackberry gets an overall grade of C+ and ranks 373rd of 745 Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people. It does best on internet access and home ownership, and trails on getting around and cost of living. It is a strong pick for remote workers.

    How much does it cost to live in Hackberry?

    Renters in Hackberry pay a median of $2,208 a month, 57% higher than the Texas median. The median home is worth $416,600, 47% higher than the Texas median. A median home costs 3.8x 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 $2,920, including property tax.

    What is the weather like in Hackberry?

    Summers in Hackberry peak at about 96°F in July, and January nights fall to about 34°F. Expect around 95 days a year at 90°F or hotter, and 38 inches of rain.

    How long is the commute in Hackberry?

    The average one-way commute is 33 min, 23% higher than the Texas average. About 27% of workers work from home. It is about 26 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.