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

Living in Providence Village, TX

C

392nd of 745Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people
Overall score 47 of 100
106th of 181 in the Dallas-Fort Worth area

Providence Village earns a grade of C on our index, 392nd of 745 Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people. It does best on internet access and jobs and income, and trails on getting around and schools. It is a strong pick for remote workers.

  • Good for remote workers
  • Pricey
  • Fast-growing
  • Well connected
  • Cost of living scores low (13 of 100)
  • Schools scores low (5 of 100)
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Where Providence Village is in Texas.
Population
12,498+62.2% since 2020
Median rent
$2,41372% higher than Texas
Median home value
$351,00024% higher than Texas
Household income
$110,430Median
Average commute
43 minOne way
Violent crime
No dataNo full-year report

What it's like to live in Providence Village

Providence Village sits about 33 miles from downtown Dallas, in the Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington metro. 12,498 people lived here in 2025, up 62.2% from 2020, so it is one of the faster-growing places in Texas. It is suburban, with mostly newer homes (the median home was built in 2009).

Places locals use include Prospect Park, Eagle Field Park and Lexington Park.

The median age is 32.9, 59% of households have children, 78% of homes are owned by the people living in them and the typical household earns $110,430 a year (41% higher than the Texas median).

Pros of living in Providence Village

  • High incomes. The median household earns $110,430, 41% higher than the Texas median.
  • Growing fast. The population grew 62% from 2020 to 2025, which usually means new homes, shops and jobs.

Cons of living in Providence Village

  • Higher rent. Median rent is $2,413, 72% higher than the Texas median.
  • Long commutes. The average trip to work takes 43 minutes, against 27 across Texas.
  • Natural hazard risk. FEMA rates the risk of tornadoes, hail and wildfires as very high here.

Who Providence Village suits

  • FamiliesNot the best fit. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 26% for families.
  • Young professionalsA reasonable fit: household income is 41% higher than the Texas median, with 14 restaurants and 3 cafes in town. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 72% for young professionals.
  • RetireesNot the best fit: 12% of working-age adults are uninsured. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 38% for retirees.
  • Remote workersA strong fit: 100% of homes have broadband and the median rent of $2,413 is 72% 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 $2,413 is 72% higher than the Texas median. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 13% for people on a budget.

Providence Village report card

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

    Median rent $2,413, homes cost 3.2x income.

    13 of 100 vs US towns

  • Jobs and income: grade A-

    Median household income $110,430, 1.6% unemployed.

    87 of 100 vs US towns

  • Schools: grade F

    2 rated campuses, 0% rated A or B.

    5 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 B+

    2 grocery stores, 14 restaurants, 15 parks mapped in town.

    73 of 100 vs TX towns

  • Getting around: grade F

    Average commute 43 min, 21% work from home.

    1 of 100 vs US towns

  • Education levels: grade B+

    41% have a bachelor’s degree.

    73 of 100 vs US towns

  • Health: grade C

    12% of adults uninsured.

    41 of 100 vs US towns

  • Home ownership: grade A-

    78% of homes owner-occupied.

    84 of 100 vs US towns

  • Internet access: grade A+

    100% of homes have broadband.

    99 of 100 vs US towns

Where Providence Village stands out compared with Texas

Better than Texas

  • Median household income: $110,43041% higher than Texas ($78,476)
  • Homes owned by the people living in them: 78%15 points higher than Texas (63%)
  • Homes with broadband internet: 100%9 points higher than Texas (91%)

Worse than Texas

  • Median rent: $2,41372% higher than Texas ($1,403)
  • Average commute: 43 min63% higher than Texas (27 min)
  • Renters paying 30%+ of income on rent: 65%13 points higher than Texas (52%)

Cost of living in Providence Village

Rent is the cost most newcomers feel first. The median rent in Providence Village is $2,413 a month, 72% higher than the Texas median of $1,403. To keep that rent at 30% of income, a household needs to earn about $97,000 a year. Right now 65% 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 $351,000, 24% higher than the Texas median. With 20% down and a 30-year loan at 7.28%, the monthly payment comes to about $1,921 before tax, or $2,429 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 Providence Village pays $6,089 a year, 44% 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 Providence VillageStudio$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 rent72% higher than Texas$2,413$1,403$1,413
Median home value24% higher than Texas$351,000$283,800$332,700
Home value to income12% lower than Texas3.2x3.6x4.1x
Renters paying 30%+ of income on rent13 points higher than Texas65%52%51%
Median property tax per year44% higher than Texas$6,089$4,232$3,119
Homes owned by the people living in them15 points higher than Texas78%63%65%
Median year homes were builtAbout the same as Texas200919921980

Monthly cost to buy a median home

$2,429
Mortgage payment
$1,921
Property tax
$507
Median rent, for comparison
$2,413

Based on a $351,000 home in Providence 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 Providence Village

Providence Village has 2 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 Aubrey ISD and Denton 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
5
of 100 vs Texas towns
Average rating
66
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

  • CJames A MonacoElementary, Aubrey ISD73 of 100
  • FProvidence ElementaryElementary, Denton ISD59 of 100

Daily life in Providence Village

Everyday places mapped inside Providence Village, from Overture Maps. Well-known spots include Prospect Park, Eagle Field Park, Lexington Park.

The average one-way commute is 43 minutes, 63% longer than the Texas average. 21% 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 33 miles away in a straight line. Many people who live in Providence Village work elsewhere in the metro, so test the drive at rush hour before you commit.

The median household income is $110,430, income per person is $41,772, unemployment is 1.6% and 41% of adults hold a bachelor's degree.

Grocery stores
2
Pharmacies
0
Restaurants
14
Cafes
3
Bars
1
Parks
15
Gyms
2
Hospitals and urgent care
0
Childcare
4
Libraries
0

Jobs, income and education

MeasureHereTexasUS
Median household income41% higher than Texas$110,430$78,476$80,734
Income per personAbout the same as Texas$41,772$40,752$44,673
Unemployment rate4 points lower than Texas1.6%5.3%5.2%
People below the poverty line6 points lower than Texas8.0%14%12%
Adults with a bachelor's degree or higher7 points higher than Texas41%34%36%
Adults with a high school diploma or higher8 points higher than Texas94%86%90%
Adults 18 to 64 without health insurance8 points lower than Texas12%20%11%
Homes with broadband internet9 points higher than Texas100%91%91%

Getting to work

MeasureHereTexasUS
Average commute63% higher than Texas43 min27 min26 min
Workers who work from home6 points higher than Texas21%14%15%
Workers who work from home21%
Workers who take transit0%
Workers who walk0%
Workers who bike0%

Who lives in Providence Village

Under 1835%
18 to 3418%
35 to 6439%
65 and over8.2%

Median age 32.9 years. 59% of households have children.

Race and ethnicity
White58%
Hispanic or Latino19%
Black15%
Asian1.8%
Other or more than one race6.9%

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Weather in Providence Village

Providence Village 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 Providence Village30°50°70°90°56J60F68M76A83M91J96J96A88S78O66N57DRain

Average daily high and low by month, °F, with rain below. NOAA 1991 to 2020 normals from Denton 2 Se, 9 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 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 floodingLow
  • HurricanesLow
  • TornadoesVery high
  • HailVery high
  • Heat wavesHigh
  • WildfiresVery high
  • Winter stormsLow
  • Strong windModerate

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 Providence Village

Nearby, Paloma Creek gets a C+, Aubrey 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. C+Paloma CreekTown, 3,016 people1 mi
  2. B-AubreyTown, 7,396 people2 mi
  3. BPaloma Creek SouthTown, 8,860 people2 mi
  4. C-Cross RoadsTown, 2,035 people3 mi
  5. B+SavannahTown, 6,469 people3 mi
  6. B+KrugervilleTown, 1,577 people3 mi

Providence 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. 103C+Oak Ridge1,192 people31 mito downtown
  5. 104C+Hackberry2,979 people26 mito downtown
  6. 105C+Paloma Creek3,016 people31 mito downtown
  7. 106CProvidence Village8,721 people33 mito downtown
  8. 107CJoshua8,550 people43 mito downtown
  9. 108CRendon14,632 people31 mito downtown
  10. 109CRunaway Bay1,717 people69 mito downtown

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Living in Providence Village: common questions

Is Providence Village, TX a good place to live?

Providence Village earns a grade of C on our index, 392nd of 745 Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people. It does best on internet access and jobs and income, and trails on getting around and schools. It is a strong pick for remote workers.

How much does it cost to live in Providence Village?

Median rent in Providence Village is $2,413 a month, 72% higher than the Texas median. The median home is worth $351,000, 24% higher than the Texas median. A median home costs 3.2x 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 $2,429, including property tax.

Are the schools good in Providence Village?

We found 2 rated public school campuses inside Providence Village. 0% are rated A or B by the Texas Education Agency. Its schools score is 5 of 100 compared with other Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people.

Does Providence Village flood?

FEMA rates river flooding risk in Providence Village 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 Providence Village?

Summers in Providence Village 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 Providence Village?

The average one-way commute is 43 min, 63% higher than the Texas average. About 21% of workers work from home. It is about 33 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.