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

Living in Haslet, TX

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70th of 745Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people
Overall score 90 of 100
30th of 181 in the Dallas-Fort Worth area

Haslet earns a grade of A on our index, 70th of 745 Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people. It does best on jobs and income and internet access, and trails on getting around. It is a strong pick for families, young professionals, retirees and remote workers.

  • Good for families
  • Good for young professionals
  • Good for retirees
  • Good for remote workers
  • Pricey
  • Fast-growing
  • Well connected
  • Hail risk is very high
  • Wildfire risk is very high
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Where Haslet is in Texas.
Population
5,267+166.7% since 2020
Median rent
$1,15618% lower than Texas
Median home value
$616,000117% higher than Texas
Household income
$169,046Median
Average commute
29 minOne way
Violent crime
No dataNo full-year report

What it's like to live in Haslet

Haslet sits about 35 miles from downtown Dallas, in the Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington metro. 5,267 people lived here in 2025, up 166.7% from 2020, so it is one of the faster-growing places in Texas. It is small-town and rural in feel, with mostly newer homes (the median home was built in 2008).

Local spots people know include Haslet Community Park, Haslet Disc Golf Park and Nance Field.

The median age is 42.0, 40% of households have children, 94% of homes are owned by the people living in them and the typical household earns $169,046 a year (115% higher than the Texas median).

Pros of living in Haslet

  • Lower rent. Median rent is $1,156, 18% lower than the Texas median.
  • High incomes. The median household earns $169,046, 115% higher than the Texas median.
  • Growing fast. The population grew 167% from 2020 to 2025, which usually means new homes, shops and jobs.

Cons of living in Haslet

  • Natural hazard risk. FEMA rates the risk of hail and wildfires as very high here.

Who Haslet suits

  • FamiliesA reasonable fit. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 83% for families.
  • Young professionalsA reasonable fit: household income is 115% higher than the Texas median, with 19 restaurants and 1 cafe in town. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 80% for young professionals.
  • RetireesA reasonable fit: 9.1% of working-age adults are uninsured. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 80% for retirees.
  • Remote workersA reasonable fit: 99% of homes have broadband and the median rent of $1,156 is 18% lower than the Texas median. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 91% for remote workers.
  • People on a budgetA reasonable fit: the median rent of $1,156 is 18% lower than the Texas median. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 48% for people on a budget.

Haslet report card

Ten grades, one for each part of daily life we measure. Most compare Haslet 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 $1,156, homes cost 3.6x income.

    41 of 100 vs US towns

  • Jobs and income: grade A+

    Median household income $169,046, 0.5% unemployed.

    99 of 100 vs US towns

  • Schools: grade B

    2 rated campuses, 100% rated A or B.

    68 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 C

    2 grocery stores, 19 restaurants, 4 parks mapped in town.

    40 of 100 vs TX towns

  • Getting around: grade D

    Average commute 29 min, 22% work from home.

    24 of 100 vs US towns

  • Education levels: grade A-

    43% have a bachelor’s degree.

    84 of 100 vs US towns

  • Health: grade B

    9.1% of adults uninsured.

    68 of 100 vs US towns

  • Home ownership: grade A-

    94% of homes owner-occupied.

    84 of 100 vs US towns

  • Internet access: grade A+

    99% of homes have broadband.

    95 of 100 vs US towns

Where Haslet stands out compared with Texas

Better than Texas

  • Median household income: $169,046115% higher than Texas ($78,476)
  • Homes owned by the people living in them: 94%32 points higher than Texas (63%)
  • Renters paying 30%+ of income on rent: 40%12 points lower than Texas (52%)

Worse than Texas

  • Average commute: 29 min10% higher than Texas (27 min)

Cost of living in Haslet

Haslet renters pay a median of $1,156 a month, 18% lower than the statewide median. The usual rule is to spend no more than 30% of income on rent, which means earning around $46,000 a year for a median unit. Right now 40% 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 $616,000, 117% higher than the Texas median. With 20% down and a 30-year loan at 7.28%, the monthly payment comes to about $3,372 before tax, or $4,111 with property tax. That is $2,955 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 Haslet pays $8,870 a year, 110% 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 HasletStudio$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 rent18% lower than Texas$1,156$1,403$1,413
Median home value117% higher than Texas$616,000$283,800$332,700
Home value to incomeAbout the same as Texas3.6x3.6x4.1x
Renters paying 30%+ of income on rent12 points lower than Texas40%52%51%
Median property tax per year110% higher than Texas$8,870$4,232$3,119
Homes owned by the people living in them32 points higher than Texas94%63%65%
Median year homes were builtAbout the same as Texas200819921980

Monthly cost to buy a median home

$4,111
Mortgage payment
$3,372
Property tax
$739
Median rent, for comparison
$1,156

Based on a $616,000 home in Haslet, 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 Haslet

Haslet has 2 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 Northwest ISD.

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
68
of 100 vs Texas towns
Average rating
84
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

  • BHaslet ElementaryElementary, Northwest ISD88 of 100
  • BCw Worthington MiddleMiddle, Northwest ISD80 of 100

Daily life in Haslet

Everyday places mapped inside Haslet, from Overture Maps. Well-known spots include Haslet Community Park, Haslet Disc Golf Park, Nance Field.

The average one-way commute is 29 minutes, 10% longer than the Texas average. 22% 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 Haslet work elsewhere in the metro, so test the drive at rush hour before you commit.

The median household income is $169,046, income per person is $70,782, unemployment is 0.5% and 43% of adults hold a bachelor's degree.

Grocery stores
2
Pharmacies
0
Restaurants
19
Cafes
1
Bars
1
Parks
4
Gyms
1
Hospitals and urgent care
0
Childcare
0
Libraries
1

Jobs, income and education

MeasureHereTexasUS
Median household income115% higher than Texas$169,046$78,476$80,734
Income per person74% higher than Texas$70,782$40,752$44,673
Unemployment rate5 points lower than Texas0.5%5.3%5.2%
People below the poverty line12 points lower than Texas2.1%14%12%
Adults with a bachelor's degree or higher9 points higher than Texas43%34%36%
Adults with a high school diploma or higher11 points higher than Texas97%86%90%
Adults 18 to 64 without health insurance11 points lower than Texas9.1%20%11%
Homes with broadband internet7 points higher than Texas99%91%91%

Getting to work

MeasureHereTexasUS
Average commute10% higher than Texas29 min27 min26 min
Workers who work from home8 points higher than Texas22%14%15%
Workers who work from home22%
Workers who take transit0%
Workers who walk1.4%
Workers who bike0%

Who lives in Haslet

Under 1823%
18 to 3414%
35 to 6444%
65 and over19%

Median age 42.0 years. 40% of households have children.

Race and ethnicity
White66%
Hispanic or Latino20%
Black3.4%
Asian5.7%
Other or more than one race4.6%

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Weather in Haslet

Haslet has a hot Texas climate. July highs average 97°F and January lows about 36°F. There are about 108 days a year at 90°F or above, and about 37 inches of rain a year.

Average monthly high and low temperatures in Haslet30°50°70°90°57J62F69M76A84M93J97J97A89S79O67N58DRain

Average daily high and low by month, °F, with rain below. NOAA 1991 to 2020 normals from Ft Worth Alliance Ap, 1 mi away. Orange months average 90°F or more.

Natural hazard risk

FEMA's National Risk Index says river flooding risk is low, hurricane risk is low, tornado risk is high and hail risk is very high. Even in lower-risk areas, check the FEMA flood map for the exact address before you buy.

  • River floodingLow
  • HurricanesLow
  • TornadoesHigh
  • HailVery high
  • Heat wavesHigh
  • WildfiresVery high
  • 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 Haslet

Nearby, Keller gets an A+, Roanoke gets an A- and Blue Mound 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. A+KellerSmall city, 45,976 people6 mi
  2. A-RoanokeSmall city, 10,286 people7 mi
  3. BBlue MoundTown, 2,366 people8 mi
  4. AWestlakeTown, 1,670 people8 mi
  5. B+WataugaSmall city, 23,233 people8 mi
  6. B-SaginawSmall city, 24,970 people8 mi

Haslet 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. 27ADouble Oak3,071 people27 mito downtown
  5. 28AMelissa20,136 people36 mito downtown
  6. 29ARockwall51,168 people21 mito downtown
  7. 30AHaslet3,280 people35 mito downtown
  8. 31ALucas8,351 people23 mito downtown
  9. 32ACorinth23,385 people30 mito downtown
  10. 33A-Bartonville2,112 people30 mito downtown

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Living in Haslet: common questions

Is Haslet, TX a good place to live?

Haslet earns a grade of A on our index, 70th of 745 Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people. It does best on jobs and income and internet access, and trails on getting around. It is a strong pick for families, young professionals, retirees and remote workers.

How much does it cost to live in Haslet?

Renters in Haslet pay a median of $1,156 a month, 18% lower than the Texas median. The median home is worth $616,000, 117% higher than the Texas median. A median home costs 3.6x 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 $4,111, including property tax.

Are the schools good in Haslet?

We found 2 rated public school campuses inside Haslet. 100% are rated A or B by the Texas Education Agency. Its schools score is 68 of 100 compared with other Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people.

Does Haslet flood?

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

What is the weather like in Haslet?

Summers in Haslet peak at about 97°F in July, and January nights fall to about 36°F. Expect around 108 days a year at 90°F or hotter, and 37 inches of rain.

How long is the commute in Haslet?

The average one-way commute is 29 min, 10% higher than the Texas average. About 22% 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.