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

Living in Hurst, TX

B

58th of 192Texas cities of 10,000 to 50,000 people
Overall score 71 of 100
69th of 181 in the Dallas-Fort Worth area

Hurst earns a grade of B on our index, 58th of 192 Texas cities of 10,000 to 50,000 people. It does best on errands and things to do and schools, and trails on health and home ownership.

  • Tornado risk is very high
  • Hail risk is very high
Map of Texas showing where Hurst isHoustonSan AntonioAustinHurst
Where Hurst is in Texas.
Population
38,974-3.6% since 2020
Median rent
$1,3583% lower than Texas
Median home value
$315,20011% higher than Texas
Household income
$72,210Median
Average commute
25 minOne way
Violent crime
173Per 100k, 2025

What it's like to live in Hurst

Hurst sits about 24 miles from downtown Dallas, in the Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington metro. 38,974 people lived here in 2025, down 3.6% from 2020. It is densely built.

Places locals use include Hurst Community Park, Chisholm Park and Rickel Park.

The median age is 37.8, 29% of households have children, 58% of homes are owned by the people living in them and the typical household earns $72,210 a year (8% lower than the Texas median).

Pros of living in Hurst

  • Strong public schools. 100% of the 9 rated campuses here earn an A or B from the Texas Education Agency.
  • Low violent crime. 173 violent crimes per 100,000 people in 2025, 55% lower than the Texas rate.
  • Plenty close to home. 8 grocery stores, 226 restaurants and 29 parks are mapped in town.

Cons of living in Hurst

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

Who Hurst suits

  • FamiliesA reasonable fit: 100% of rated schools earn an A or B and violent crime is 55% lower than the Texas rate. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 69% for families.
  • Young professionalsA strong fit: household income is 8% lower than the Texas median, with 226 restaurants and 14 cafes in town. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 80% for young professionals.
  • RetireesA reasonable fit: 15% of working-age adults are uninsured and violent crime is 55% lower than the Texas rate. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 59% for retirees.
  • Remote workersA reasonable fit: 91% of homes have broadband and the median rent of $1,358 is about the same as the Texas median. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 51% for remote workers.
  • People on a budgetNot the best fit: the median rent of $1,358 is about the same as the Texas median. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 30% for people on a budget.

Hurst report card

Ten grades, one for each part of daily life we measure. Most compare Hurst with other US cities of 10,000 to 50,000 people. Schools, safety and errands compare it with other Texas cities of 10,000 to 50,000 people.

  • Cost of living: grade C

    Median rent $1,358, homes cost 4.4x income.

    40 of 100 vs US cities

  • Jobs and income: grade B-

    Median household income $72,210, 2.8% unemployed.

    57 of 100 vs US cities

  • Schools: grade A-

    9 rated campuses, 100% rated A or B.

    82 of 100 vs TX cities

  • Safety: grade C

    173 violent crimes per 100k, 1,799 property crimes per 100k.

    47 of 100 vs TX cities

  • Errands and things to do: grade A-

    8 grocery stores, 226 restaurants, 29 parks mapped in town.

    84 of 100 vs TX cities

  • Getting around: grade C-

    Average commute 25 min, 14% work from home.

    35 of 100 vs US cities

  • Education levels: grade C

    35% have a bachelor’s degree.

    46 of 100 vs US cities

  • Health: grade D+

    15% of adults uninsured.

    30 of 100 vs US cities

  • Home ownership: grade C-

    58% of homes owner-occupied.

    34 of 100 vs US cities

  • Internet access: grade C

    91% of homes have broadband.

    40 of 100 vs US cities

Where Hurst stands out compared with Texas

Better than Texas

  • Adults 18 to 64 without health insurance: 15%5 points lower than Texas (20%)
  • Vacant homes: 6.1%3 points lower than Texas (9.4%)
  • People below the poverty line: 11%3 points lower than Texas (14%)

Worse than Texas

  • Home value to income: 4.4x21% higher than Texas (3.6x)
  • Homes owned by the people living in them: 58%5 points lower than Texas (63%)
  • Median household income: $72,2108% lower than Texas ($78,476)

Cost of living in Hurst

Rent is the cost most newcomers feel first. The median rent in Hurst is $1,358 a month, about the same as the Texas median of $1,403. To keep that rent at 30% of income, a household needs to earn about $54,000 a year. Right now 52% 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 $315,200, 11% higher than the Texas median. With 20% down and a 30-year loan at 7.28%, the monthly payment comes to about $1,725 before tax, or $2,058 with property tax. That is $700 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 Hurst pays $3,987 a year, 6% lower than the Texas median of $4,232. Budget for it, along with homeowners insurance, which our numbers do not include.

See the full cost of living breakdown for Hurst

Typical rent by apartment size

Fair market rent by bedroom count in HurstStudio$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 rent3% lower than Texas$1,358$1,403$1,413
Median home value11% higher than Texas$315,200$283,800$332,700
Home value to income21% higher than Texas4.4x3.6x4.1x
Renters paying 30%+ of income on rentAbout the same as Texas52%52%51%
Median property tax per year6% lower than Texas$3,987$4,232$3,119
Homes owned by the people living in them5 points lower than Texas58%63%65%
Median year homes were builtAbout the same as Texas197519921980

Monthly cost to buy a median home

$2,058
Mortgage payment
$1,725
Property tax
$332
Median rent, for comparison
$1,358

Based on a $315,200 home in Hurst, 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.

Is Hurst safe?

In 2025, Hurst Police Department reported 68 violent crimes and 707 property crimes. That works out to 173 violent crimes per 100,000 people, 55% lower than the Texas rate of 387, and 1,799 property crimes per 100,000, 14% lower than the state rate.

Violent crime is down about 15% since 2021, based on the yearly rates below.

Crime rates describe the whole area a police department covers. Some streets are much quieter than the average and some are busier, so look at the neighborhood grades and visit at different times of day.

Violent crimes per 100,000 people in Hurst by yearTexas17320212022202320242025

Violent crimes per 100,000 people by year. The dashed line is the Texas rate for 2025.

Violent crime
173
per 100k, Texas 387
Property crime
1,799
per 100k, Texas 2,086
Property crimes per 100,000 people in Hurst by yearTexas1,79920212022202320242025

Property crimes per 100,000 people by year.

Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer, Hurst Police Department, 2025. Rates count reported crimes only and cover the area this police department serves.

Schools in Hurst

Hurst has 9 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 Grapevine-Colleyville ISD, Hurst-Euless-Bedford ISD and Birdville ISD.

Top-rated campuses include Grapevine-Colleyville Collegiate Academy at Tcc Ne, Hurst Hills Elementary and Bell High School. The average rating score across all campuses is 89 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.

Schools grade
82
of 100 vs Texas cities
Average rating
89
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

  • AGrapevine-Colleyville Collegiate Academy at Tcc NeHigh, Grapevine-Colleyville ISD97 of 100
  • AHurst Hills ElementaryElementary, Hurst-Euless-Bedford ISD92 of 100
  • ABell High SchoolHigh, Hurst-Euless-Bedford ISD91 of 100
  • AW A Porter ElementaryElementary, Birdville ISD91 of 100
  • AShady Oaks ElementaryElementary, Hurst-Euless-Bedford ISD90 of 100

Best neighborhoods in Hurst

We grade 5 areas inside Hurst. The top three are Central Hurst (A-), North Hurst (B+) and Southwest Hurst (B). If price matters most, South Hurst has the lowest median rent among areas graded C or better, at $1,280 a month. North Hurst is the priciest, at $3,030. Use the map to color the city by any grade, or the sliders to rank areas by what you care about.

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    All 5 Hurst neighborhoods, A to Z

    Daily life in Hurst

    Everyday places mapped inside Hurst, from Overture Maps. Well-known spots include Hurst Community Park, Chisholm Park, Rickel Park.

    The average one-way commute is 25 minutes, 8% shorter than the Texas average. 14% 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 24 miles away in a straight line. Many people who live in Hurst work elsewhere in the metro, so test the drive at rush hour before you commit.

    The median household income is $72,210, income per person is $37,832, unemployment is 2.8% and 35% of adults hold a bachelor's degree.

    Grocery stores
    8
    Pharmacies
    8
    Restaurants
    226
    Cafes
    14
    Bars
    13
    Parks
    29
    Gyms
    22
    Hospitals and urgent care
    7
    Childcare
    9
    Libraries
    2

    Jobs, income and education

    MeasureHereTexasUS
    Median household income8% lower than Texas$72,210$78,476$80,734
    Income per person7% lower than Texas$37,832$40,752$44,673
    Unemployment rate3 points lower than Texas2.8%5.3%5.2%
    People below the poverty line3 points lower than Texas11%14%12%
    Adults with a bachelor's degree or higherAbout the same as Texas35%34%36%
    Adults with a high school diploma or higher5 points higher than Texas91%86%90%
    Adults 18 to 64 without health insurance5 points lower than Texas15%20%11%
    Homes with broadband internetAbout the same as Texas91%91%91%

    Getting to work

    MeasureHereTexasUS
    Average commute8% lower than Texas25 min27 min26 min
    Workers who work from homeAbout the same as Texas14%14%15%
    Workers who work from home14%
    Workers who take transit0.4%
    Workers who walk1.1%
    Workers who bike0.1%

    Who lives in Hurst

    Under 1822%
    18 to 3423%
    35 to 6438%
    65 and over18%

    Median age 37.8 years. 29% of households have children.

    Race and ethnicity
    White55%
    Hispanic or Latino26%
    Black9.8%
    Asian3.5%
    Other or more than one race5.5%

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

    Weather in Hurst

    Hurst has a hot Texas climate. July highs average 94°F and January lows about 36°F. There are about 98 days a year at 90°F or above, and about 38 inches of rain a year.

    Average monthly high and low temperatures in Hurst30°50°70°90°56J59F67M75A82M90J94J94A87S77O65N57DRain

    Average daily high and low by month, °F, with rain below. NOAA 1991 to 2020 normals from Ft Worth Wsfo, 7 mi away. Orange months average 90°F or more.

    Natural hazard risk

    FEMA's National Risk Index says river flooding risk is moderate, hurricane risk is low, tornado risk is very 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 floodingModerate
    • HurricanesLow
    • TornadoesVery high
    • HailVery high
    • Heat wavesHigh
    • WildfiresLow
    • 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 Hurst

    Nearby, North Richland Hills gets an A-, Bedford gets a B+ and Colleyville gets an A+. 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-North Richland HillsCity, 70,780 people2 mi
    2. B+BedfordSmall city, 49,085 people3 mi
    3. A+ColleyvilleSmall city, 26,012 people3 mi
    4. CRichland HillsTown, 8,493 people4 mi
    5. B+WataugaSmall city, 23,233 people5 mi
    6. FHaltom CitySmall city, 45,767 people6 mi

    Hurst 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. 66B+Edgecliff Village3,766 people35 mito downtown
    5. 67BFate22,884 people24 mito downtown
    6. 68BGrandview2,176 people44 mito downtown
    7. 69BHurst39,861 people24 mito downtown
    8. 70BOak Point5,887 people30 mito downtown
    9. 71BPaloma Creek South8,860 people30 mito downtown
    10. 72BShady Shores2,922 people30 mito downtown

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    Living in Hurst: common questions

    Is Hurst, TX a good place to live?

    Hurst earns a grade of B on our index, 58th of 192 Texas cities of 10,000 to 50,000 people. It does best on errands and things to do and schools, and trails on health and home ownership.

    How much does it cost to live in Hurst?

    Median rent in Hurst is $1,358 a month, 3% lower than the Texas median. The median home is worth $315,200, 11% higher than the Texas median. A median home costs 4.4x 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 $2,058, including property tax.

    Is Hurst safe?

    In 2025, Hurst Police Department reported 173 violent crimes per 100,000 people, 55% lower than the Texas rate. Property crime was 1,799 per 100,000, 14% lower than the Texas rate.

    Are the schools good in Hurst?

    We found 9 rated public school campuses inside Hurst. 100% are rated A or B by the Texas Education Agency. Its schools score is 82 of 100 compared with other Texas cities of 10,000 to 50,000 people.

    What are the best neighborhoods in Hurst?

    Based on our scores, the top-rated areas in Hurst are Central Hurst, North Hurst and Southwest Hurst. We score 5 areas in the city.

    Does Hurst flood?

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

    What is the weather like in Hurst?

    Summers in Hurst peak at about 94°F in July, and January nights fall to about 36°F. Expect around 98 days a year at 90°F or hotter, and 38 inches of rain.

    How long is the commute in Hurst?

    The average one-way commute is 25 min, 8% lower than the Texas average. About 14% of workers work from home. It is about 24 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.