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

Living in Sanger, TX

B+

162nd of 745Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people
Overall score 78 of 100
56th of 181 in the Dallas-Fort Worth area

Sanger gets an overall grade of B+ and ranks 162nd of 745 Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people. It does best on jobs and income and errands and things to do, and trails on cost of living and getting around. It is a strong pick for young professionals.

  • Good for young professionals
  • Fast-growing
  • Tornado risk is very high
  • Hail risk is very high
Map of Texas showing where Sanger isHoustonSan AntonioAustinSanger
Where Sanger is in Texas.
Population
10,238+15.8% since 2020
Median rent
$1,5047% higher than Texas
Median home value
$295,4004% higher than Texas
Household income
$91,075Median
Average commute
29 minOne way
Violent crime
96Per 100k, 2025

What it's like to live in Sanger

Sanger sits about 46 miles from downtown Dallas, in the Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington metro. 10,238 people lived here in 2025, up 15.8% from 2020, so it is one of the faster-growing places in Texas. It is spread out, with mostly newer homes (the median home was built in 2001).

Places locals use include Sanger Sports Park, Porter Sports Complex and Switzer Park.

The median age is 32.4, 35% of households have children, 74% of homes are owned by the people living in them and the typical household earns $91,075 a year (16% higher than the Texas median).

Pros of living in Sanger

  • Low violent crime. 96 violent crimes per 100,000 people in 2025, 75% lower than the Texas rate.
  • Growing fast. The population grew 16% from 2020 to 2025, which usually means new homes, shops and jobs.

Cons of living in Sanger

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

Who Sanger suits

  • FamiliesA strong fit: 83% of rated schools earn an A or B and violent crime is 75% lower than the Texas rate. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 75% for families.
  • Young professionalsA strong fit: household income is 16% higher than the Texas median, with 38 restaurants and 5 cafes in town. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 83% for young professionals.
  • RetireesA reasonable fit: 13% of working-age adults are uninsured and violent crime is 75% lower than the Texas rate. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 62% for retirees.
  • Remote workersA reasonable fit: 91% of homes have broadband and the median rent of $1,504 is 7% higher than the Texas median. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 56% for remote workers.
  • People on a budgetNot the best fit: the median rent of $1,504 is 7% higher than the Texas median. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 23% for people on a budget.

Sanger report card

Ten grades, one for each part of daily life we measure. Most compare Sanger 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 $1,504, homes cost 3.2x income.

    23 of 100 vs US towns

  • Jobs and income: grade A-

    Median household income $91,075, 1.4% unemployed.

    84 of 100 vs US towns

  • Schools: grade B

    6 rated campuses, 83% rated A or B.

    65 of 100 vs TX towns

  • Safety: grade B-

    96 violent crimes per 100k, 755 property crimes per 100k.

    59 of 100 vs TX towns

  • Errands and things to do: grade B+

    5 grocery stores, 38 restaurants, 10 parks mapped in town.

    78 of 100 vs TX towns

  • Getting around: grade D+

    Average commute 29 min, 11% work from home.

    26 of 100 vs US towns

  • Education levels: grade B-

    26% have a bachelor’s degree.

    56 of 100 vs US towns

  • Health: grade C-

    13% of adults uninsured.

    39 of 100 vs US towns

  • Home ownership: grade B

    74% of homes owner-occupied.

    67 of 100 vs US towns

  • Internet access: grade B-

    91% of homes have broadband.

    56 of 100 vs US towns

Where Sanger stands out compared with Texas

Better than Texas

  • Homes owned by the people living in them: 74%11 points higher than Texas (63%)
  • Adults 18 to 64 without health insurance: 13%6 points lower than Texas (20%)
  • Median household income: $91,07516% higher than Texas ($78,476)

Worse than Texas

  • Adults with a bachelor's degree or higher: 26%8 points lower than Texas (34%)
  • Average commute: 29 min11% higher than Texas (27 min)
  • Renters paying 30%+ of income on rent: 56%4 points higher than Texas (52%)

Cost of living in Sanger

Rent is the cost most newcomers feel first. The median rent in Sanger is $1,504 a month, 7% higher than the Texas median of $1,403. To keep that rent at 30% of income, a household needs to earn about $60,000 a year. Right now 56% 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 $295,400, 4% higher than the Texas median. With 20% down and a 30-year loan at 7.28%, the monthly payment comes to about $1,617 before tax, or $2,000 with property tax. That is $496 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 Sanger pays $4,596 a year, 9% 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 SangerStudio$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 rent7% higher than Texas$1,504$1,403$1,413
Median home value4% higher than Texas$295,400$283,800$332,700
Home value to income10% lower than Texas3.2x3.6x4.1x
Renters paying 30%+ of income on rent4 points higher than Texas56%52%51%
Median property tax per year9% higher than Texas$4,596$4,232$3,119
Homes owned by the people living in them11 points higher than Texas74%63%65%
Median year homes were builtAbout the same as Texas200119921980

Monthly cost to buy a median home

$2,000
Mortgage payment
$1,617
Property tax
$383
Median rent, for comparison
$1,504

Based on a $295,400 home in Sanger, 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 Sanger safe?

In 2025, Sanger Police Department reported 10 violent crimes and 79 property crimes. That works out to 96 violent crimes per 100,000 people, 75% lower than the Texas rate of 387, and 755 property crimes per 100,000, 64% lower than the state rate.

Violent crime is down about 57% 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 Sanger by yearTexas9620212022202320242025

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

Violent crime
96
per 100k, Texas 387
Property crime
755
per 100k, Texas 2,086
Property crimes per 100,000 people in Sanger by yearTexas75520212022202320242025

Property crimes per 100,000 people by year.

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

Schools in Sanger

Sanger has 6 public school campuses with a 2025 state rating inside the city, and 83% of them earn an A or B. Most students here are served by Sanger 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
65
of 100 vs Texas towns
Average rating
83
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

  • BSanger High SchoolHigh, Sanger ISD86 of 100
  • BButterfield ElementaryElementary, Sanger ISD85 of 100
  • BSanger MiddleMiddle, Sanger ISD85 of 100
  • BSanger Sixth Grade CampusMiddle, Sanger ISD83 of 100
  • BChisholm Trail ElementaryOther, Sanger ISD82 of 100

Daily life in Sanger

Everyday places mapped inside Sanger, from Overture Maps. Well-known spots include Sanger Sports Park, Porter Sports Complex, Switzer Park.

The average one-way commute is 29 minutes, 11% longer than the Texas average. 11% 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 46 miles away in a straight line. Many people who live in Sanger work elsewhere in the metro, so test the drive at rush hour before you commit.

The median household income is $91,075, income per person is $39,950, unemployment is 1.4% and 26% of adults hold a bachelor's degree.

Grocery stores
5
Pharmacies
3
Restaurants
38
Cafes
5
Bars
2
Parks
10
Gyms
5
Hospitals and urgent care
0
Childcare
2
Libraries
1

Jobs, income and education

MeasureHereTexasUS
Median household income16% higher than Texas$91,075$78,476$80,734
Income per personAbout the same as Texas$39,950$40,752$44,673
Unemployment rate4 points lower than Texas1.4%5.3%5.2%
People below the poverty line6 points lower than Texas7.4%14%12%
Adults with a bachelor's degree or higher8 points lower than Texas26%34%36%
Adults with a high school diploma or higher7 points higher than Texas93%86%90%
Adults 18 to 64 without health insurance6 points lower than Texas13%20%11%
Homes with broadband internetAbout the same as Texas91%91%91%

Getting to work

MeasureHereTexasUS
Average commute11% higher than Texas29 min27 min26 min
Workers who work from home4 points lower than Texas11%14%15%
Workers who work from home11%
Workers who take transit0.5%
Workers who walk1.1%
Workers who bike0%

Who lives in Sanger

Under 1826%
18 to 3430%
35 to 6434%
65 and over11%

Median age 32.4 years. 35% of households have children.

Race and ethnicity
White70%
Hispanic or Latino22%
Black3.6%
Asian0.7%
Other or more than one race3.5%

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

Weather in Sanger

Sanger has a hot Texas climate. July highs average 96°F and January lows about 32°F. There are about 104 days a year at 90°F or above, and about 36 inches of rain a year.

Average monthly high and low temperatures in Sanger30°50°70°90°56J60F68M75A83M91J96J96A88S78O66N57DRain

Average daily high and low by month, °F, with rain below. NOAA 1991 to 2020 normals from Denton Muni Ap, 12 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 stormsModerate
  • 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 Sanger

Nearby, Krum gets an A-, Road Runner gets a D- and Denton gets a C-. 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-KrumTown, 6,189 people8 mi
  2. D-Road RunnerTown, 1,021 people9 mi
  3. C-DentonCity, 152,866 people10 mi
  4. B+KrugervilleTown, 1,577 people12 mi
  5. C-Cross RoadsTown, 2,035 people15 mi
  6. BPonderTown, 2,626 people15 mi

Sanger 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. 53B+Euless60,421 people19 mito downtown
  5. 54B+McLendon-Chisholm4,511 people22 mito downtown
  6. 55B+The Colony45,454 people22 mito downtown
  7. 56B+Sanger9,641 people46 mito downtown
  8. 57B+Savannah6,469 people31 mito downtown
  9. 58B+Hickory Creek5,611 people27 mito downtown
  10. 59B+Midlothian39,356 people26 mito downtown

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Living in Sanger: common questions

Is Sanger, TX a good place to live?

Sanger gets an overall grade of B+ and ranks 162nd of 745 Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people. It does best on jobs and income and errands and things to do, and trails on cost of living and getting around. It is a strong pick for young professionals.

How much does it cost to live in Sanger?

Median rent in Sanger is $1,504 a month, 7% higher than the Texas median. The median home is worth $295,400, 4% 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 $2,000, including property tax.

Is Sanger safe?

In 2025, Sanger Police Department reported 96 violent crimes per 100,000 people, 75% lower than the Texas rate. Property crime was 755 per 100,000, 64% lower than the Texas rate.

Are the schools good in Sanger?

We found 6 rated public school campuses inside Sanger. 83% are rated A or B by the Texas Education Agency. Its schools score is 65 of 100 compared with other Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people.

Does Sanger flood?

FEMA rates river flooding risk in Sanger 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 Sanger?

Summers in Sanger peak at about 96°F in July, and January nights fall to about 32°F. Expect around 104 days a year at 90°F or hotter, and 36 inches of rain.

How long is the commute in Sanger?

The average one-way commute is 29 min, 11% higher than the Texas average. About 11% of workers work from home. It is about 46 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.