Town in Johnson County, part of the Dallas-Fort Worth metro
Living in The Homesteads, TX
684th of 745Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people
Overall score 8 of 100
169th of 181 in the Dallas-Fort Worth area
We give The Homesteads a D-. It ranks 684th of 745 Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people. It does best on internet access and cost of living, and trails on health and errands and things to do.
- Schools scores low (17 of 100)
- Errands and things to do scores low (10 of 100)
- Population
- 3,053
- Median rent
- $1,70822% higher than Texas
- Median home value
- $133,30053% lower than Texas
- Household income
- $76,994Median
- Average commute
- 42 minOne way
- Violent crime
- No dataNo full-year report
What it's like to live in The Homesteads
The Homesteads sits about 32 miles from downtown Dallas, in the Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington metro. About 3,053 people live here. It is spread out, with mostly newer homes (the median home was built in 2002).
The median age is 34.3, 33% of households have children, 76% of homes are owned by the people living in them and the typical household earns $76,994 a year (about the same as the Texas median).
Pros of living in The Homesteads
- Homes are affordable for local incomes. The median home costs 1.7 times the median household income, against 3.6 times across Texas.
Cons of living in The Homesteads
- Higher rent. Median rent is $1,708, 22% higher than the Texas median.
- Long commutes. The average trip to work takes 42 minutes, against 27 across Texas.
- Errands mean a drive. Compared with similar Texas places, fewer homes here are within a mile of a grocery store, pharmacy, park or clinic.
- Many adults uninsured. 33% of adults 18 to 64 have no health insurance, against 20% statewide.
- Natural hazard risk. FEMA rates the risk of tornadoes, heat waves and wildfires as very high here.
Who The Homesteads suits
- FamiliesNot the best fit. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 2% for families.
- Young professionalsNot the best fit: household income is about the same as the Texas median, with 4 restaurants and 0 cafes in town. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 14% for young professionals.
- RetireesNot the best fit: 33% of working-age adults are uninsured. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 4% for retirees.
- Remote workersNot the best fit: 91% of homes have broadband and the median rent of $1,708 is 22% higher than the Texas median. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 33% for remote workers.
- People on a budgetA reasonable fit: the median rent of $1,708 is 22% higher than the Texas median. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 51% for people on a budget.
The Homesteads report card
Ten grades, one for each part of daily life we measure. Most compare The Homesteads 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 $1,708, homes cost 1.7x income.
54 of 100 vs US townsJobs and income: grade C+
Median household income $76,994, 3.1% unemployed.
51 of 100 vs US townsSchools: grade D
Not enough data.
17 of 100 vs TX townsSafety: no grade
No full year of crime data from local police.
No score vs TX townsErrands and things to do: grade D-
0 grocery stores, 4 restaurants, 0 parks mapped in town.
10 of 100 vs TX townsGetting around: grade D+
Average commute 42 min, 4.4% work from home.
25 of 100 vs US townsEducation levels: grade D-
17% have a bachelor’s degree.
13 of 100 vs US townsHealth: grade F
33% of adults uninsured.
2 of 100 vs US townsHome ownership: grade D+
76% of homes owner-occupied.
27 of 100 vs US townsInternet access: grade C+
91% of homes have broadband.
55 of 100 vs US towns
Where The Homesteads stands out compared with Texas
Better than Texas
- Home value to income: 1.7x52% lower than Texas (3.6x)
- Homes owned by the people living in them: 76%13 points higher than Texas (63%)
- Renters paying 30%+ of income on rent: 45%6 points lower than Texas (52%)
Worse than Texas
- Average commute: 42 min57% higher than Texas (27 min)
- Adults with a bachelor's degree or higher: 17%16 points lower than Texas (34%)
- Adults 18 to 64 without health insurance: 33%14 points higher than Texas (20%)
Cost of living in The Homesteads
The Homesteads renters pay a median of $1,708 a month, 22% higher than the statewide median. The usual rule is to spend no more than 30% of income on rent, which means earning around $68,000 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 $1,481 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 $133,300, 53% lower than the Texas median. With 20% down and a 30-year loan at 7.28%, the monthly payment comes to about $730 before tax, or $871 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 it leans on property taxes instead, though they are lighter here than in much of the state. The median homeowner in The Homesteads pays $1,694 a year, 60% lower 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
| Measure | Here | Texas | US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median rent22% higher than Texas | $1,708 | $1,403 | $1,413 |
| Median home value53% lower than Texas | $133,300 | $283,800 | $332,700 |
| Home value to income52% lower than Texas | 1.7x | 3.6x | 4.1x |
| Renters paying 30%+ of income on rent6 points lower than Texas | 45% | 52% | 51% |
| Median property tax per year60% lower than Texas | $1,694 | $4,232 | $3,119 |
| Homes owned by the people living in them13 points higher than Texas | 76% | 63% | 65% |
| Median year homes were builtAbout the same as Texas | 2002 | 1992 | 1980 |
Monthly cost to buy a median home
- Mortgage payment
- $730
- Property tax
- $141
- Median rent, for comparison
- $1,708
Based on a $133,300 home in The Homesteads, 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 The Homesteads
Everyday places mapped inside The Homesteads, from Overture Maps.
The average one-way commute is 42 minutes, 57% longer than the Texas average. 4% of workers work from home. 3.6% walk, bike or take transit to work.
Downtown Dallas is about 32 miles away in a straight line. Many people who live in The Homesteads work elsewhere in the metro, so test the drive at rush hour before you commit.
The median household income is $76,994, income per person is $25,973, unemployment is 3.1% and 17% of adults hold a bachelor's degree.
Jobs, income and education
| Measure | Here | Texas | US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household incomeAbout the same as Texas | $76,994 | $78,476 | $80,734 |
| Income per person36% lower than Texas | $25,973 | $40,752 | $44,673 |
| Unemployment rate2 points lower than Texas | 3.1% | 5.3% | 5.2% |
| People below the poverty line2 points higher than Texas | 16% | 14% | 12% |
| Adults with a bachelor's degree or higher16 points lower than Texas | 17% | 34% | 36% |
| Adults with a high school diploma or higher24 points lower than Texas | 62% | 86% | 90% |
| Adults 18 to 64 without health insurance14 points higher than Texas | 33% | 20% | 11% |
| Homes with broadband internetAbout the same as Texas | 91% | 91% | 91% |
Getting to work
| Measure | Here | Texas | US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average commute57% higher than Texas | 42 min | 27 min | 26 min |
| Workers who work from home10 points lower than Texas | 4.4% | 14% | 15% |
Who lives in The Homesteads
Median age 34.3 years. 33% of households have children.
Race and ethnicity
Shown for information only. It is never part of any grade.
Weather in The Homesteads
The Homesteads has a hot Texas climate. July highs average 95°F and January lows about 34°F. There are about 98 days a year at 90°F or above, and about 37 inches of rain a year.
Average daily high and low by month, °F, with rain below. NOAA 1991 to 2020 normals from Burleson, 10 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 moderate, tornado risk is very high and hail risk is high. Even in lower-risk areas, check the FEMA flood map for the exact address before you buy.
- River floodingModerate
- HurricanesModerate
- TornadoesVery high
- HailHigh
- Heat wavesVery high
- WildfiresVery high
- Winter stormsLow
- Strong windHigh
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 The Homesteads
Nearby, Venus gets a D+, Alvarado gets a D and Mansfield 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.
The Homesteads in the Dallas-Fort Worth area
How it ranks among 181 places in the metro.
- 1A+Flower Mound78,389 people26 mito downtown
- 2A+Trophy Club13,733 people29 mito downtown
- 3A+University Park25,155 people4 mito downtown
- 166D-Mesquite149,299 people11 mito downtown
- 167D-Lake Worth4,829 people39 mito downtown
- 168D-Glenn Heights18,096 people18 mito downtown
- 169D-The Homesteads3,053 people32 mito downtown
- 170FPelican Bay2,399 people45 mito downtown
- 171FBalch Springs27,255 people10 mito downtown
- 172FWilmer6,391 people14 mito downtown
Living in The Homesteads: common questions
Is The Homesteads, TX a good place to live?
We give The Homesteads a D-. It ranks 684th of 745 Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people. It does best on internet access and cost of living, and trails on health and errands and things to do.
How much does it cost to live in The Homesteads?
Renters in The Homesteads pay a median of $1,708 a month, 22% higher than the Texas median. The median home is worth $133,300, 53% lower than the Texas median. A median home costs 1.7x 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 $871, including property tax.
Does The Homesteads flood?
FEMA rates river flooding risk in The Homesteads as moderate, and coastal flooding as not rated. Hazards rated high or very high here: tornadoes, heat waves, hail, wildfires and strong wind. Always check the flood map for a specific address before you buy.
What is the weather like in The Homesteads?
Summers in The Homesteads peak at about 95°F in July, and January nights fall to about 34°F. Expect around 98 days a year at 90°F or hotter, and 37 inches of rain.
How long is the commute in The Homesteads?
The average one-way commute is 42 min, 57% higher than the Texas average. About 4.4% of workers work from home. It is about 32 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.