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

Living in West Tawakoni, TX

D

621st of 745Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people
Overall score 17 of 100
156th of 181 in the Dallas-Fort Worth area

We give West Tawakoni a D. It ranks 621st of 745 Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people. It does best on schools and home ownership, and trails on education levels and health.

  • Fast-growing
  • Education levels scores low (5 of 100)
  • 69% of renters spend 30% or more of income on rent
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Where West Tawakoni is in Texas.
Population
2,261+19.4% since 2020
Median rent
$1,2987% lower than Texas
Median home value
$97,00066% lower than Texas
Household income
$60,441Median
Average commute
42 minOne way
Violent crime
No dataNo full-year report

What it's like to live in West Tawakoni

West Tawakoni sits about 45 miles from downtown Dallas, in the Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington metro. 2,261 people lived here in 2025, up 19.4% from 2020, so it is one of the faster-growing places in Texas. It is spread out.

Places locals use include West Tawakoni City Park and Tawakoni Area Public Library.

The median age is 41.6, 33% of households have children, 84% of homes are owned by the people living in them and the typical household earns $60,441 a year (23% lower than the Texas median).

Pros of living in West Tawakoni

  • Homes are affordable for local incomes. The median home costs 1.6 times the median household income, against 3.6 times across Texas.
  • Growing fast. The population grew 19% from 2020 to 2025, which usually means new homes, shops and jobs.

Cons of living in West Tawakoni

  • Higher poverty. 20% of people live below the poverty line, against 14% across Texas.
  • Long commutes. The average trip to work takes 42 minutes, against 27 across Texas.

Who West Tawakoni suits

  • FamiliesA reasonable fit. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 40% for families.
  • Young professionalsNot the best fit: household income is 23% lower than the Texas median, with 6 restaurants and 0 cafes in town. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 8% for young professionals.
  • Remote workersNot the best fit: 87% of homes have broadband and the median rent of $1,298 is 7% lower than the Texas median. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 21% for remote workers.
  • People on a budgetNot the best fit: the median rent of $1,298 is 7% lower than the Texas median. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 31% for people on a budget.

West Tawakoni report card

Ten grades, one for each part of daily life we measure. Most compare West Tawakoni 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 $1,298, homes cost 1.6x income.

    41 of 100 vs US towns

  • Jobs and income: grade D

    Median household income $60,441, 5.7% unemployed.

    23 of 100 vs US towns

  • Schools: grade C+

    Not enough data.

    53 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: no grade

    0 grocery stores, 6 restaurants, 1 park mapped in town.

    No score vs TX towns

  • Getting around: grade D+

    Average commute 42 min, 3.2% work from home.

    25 of 100 vs US towns

  • Education levels: grade F

    12% have a bachelor’s degree.

    5 of 100 vs US towns

  • Health: grade D

    14% of adults uninsured.

    20 of 100 vs US towns

  • Home ownership: grade C

    84% of homes owner-occupied.

    47 of 100 vs US towns

  • Internet access: grade C-

    87% of homes have broadband.

    34 of 100 vs US towns

Where West Tawakoni stands out compared with Texas

Better than Texas

  • Home value to income: 1.6x56% lower than Texas (3.6x)
  • Homes owned by the people living in them: 84%21 points higher than Texas (63%)
  • Adults 18 to 64 without health insurance: 14%6 points lower than Texas (20%)

Worse than Texas

  • Average commute: 42 min57% higher than Texas (27 min)
  • Adults with a bachelor's degree or higher: 12%22 points lower than Texas (34%)
  • Renters paying 30%+ of income on rent: 69%17 points higher than Texas (52%)

Cost of living in West Tawakoni

Rent is the cost most newcomers feel first. The median rent in West Tawakoni is $1,298 a month, 7% lower than the Texas median of $1,403. To keep that rent at 30% of income, a household needs to earn about $52,000 a year. Right now 69% 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 $97,000, 66% lower than the Texas median. With 20% down and a 30-year loan at 7.28%, the monthly payment comes to about $531 before tax, or $643 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 West Tawakoni pays $1,348 a year, 68% 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

Fair market rent by bedroom count in West TawakoniStudio$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% lower than Texas$1,298$1,403$1,413
Median home value66% lower than Texas$97,000$283,800$332,700
Home value to income56% lower than Texas1.6x3.6x4.1x
Renters paying 30%+ of income on rent17 points higher than Texas69%52%51%
Median property tax per year68% lower than Texas$1,348$4,232$3,119
Homes owned by the people living in them21 points higher than Texas84%63%65%
Median year homes were builtAbout the same as Texas198819921980

Monthly cost to buy a median home

$643
Mortgage payment
$531
Property tax
$112
Median rent, for comparison
$1,298

Based on a $97,000 home in West Tawakoni, 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 West Tawakoni

Everyday places mapped inside West Tawakoni, from Overture Maps. Well-known spots include West Tawakoni City Park, Tawakoni Area Public Library.

The average one-way commute is 42 minutes, 57% longer than the Texas average. 3% of workers work from home. 3.5% walk, bike or take transit to work.

Downtown Dallas is about 45 miles away in a straight line. Many people who live in West Tawakoni work elsewhere in the metro, so test the drive at rush hour before you commit.

The median household income is $60,441, income per person is $23,126, unemployment is 5.7% and 12% of adults hold a bachelor's degree.

Grocery stores
0
Pharmacies
0
Restaurants
6
Cafes
0
Bars
3
Parks
1
Gyms
0
Hospitals and urgent care
0
Childcare
0
Libraries
2

Jobs, income and education

MeasureHereTexasUS
Median household income23% lower than Texas$60,441$78,476$80,734
Income per person43% lower than Texas$23,126$40,752$44,673
Unemployment rateAbout the same as Texas5.7%5.3%5.2%
People below the poverty line6 points higher than Texas20%14%12%
Adults with a bachelor's degree or higher22 points lower than Texas12%34%36%
Adults with a high school diploma or higher19 points lower than Texas67%86%90%
Adults 18 to 64 without health insurance6 points lower than Texas14%20%11%
Homes with broadband internet4 points lower than Texas87%91%91%

Getting to work

MeasureHereTexasUS
Average commute57% higher than Texas42 min27 min26 min
Workers who work from home11 points lower than Texas3.2%14%15%
Workers who work from home3.2%
Workers who take transit0%
Workers who walk3.5%
Workers who bike0%

Who lives in West Tawakoni

Under 1826%
18 to 3416%
35 to 6444%
65 and over14%

Median age 41.6 years. 33% of households have children.

Race and ethnicity
White61%
Hispanic or Latino28%
Black1.8%
Asian2.5%
Other or more than one race6.4%

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

Weather in West Tawakoni

West Tawakoni has a hot Texas climate. July highs average 94°F and January lows about 34°F. There are about 91 days a year at 90°F or above, and about 44 inches of rain a year.

Average monthly high and low temperatures in West Tawakoni30°50°70°90°55J59F66M74A82M90J94J94A88S78O66N56DRain

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

Natural hazard risk

    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 West Tawakoni

    Nearby, Quinlan gets an F, Wills Point gets a D- and Emory gets a D. Each is graded against Texas places of its own size, so a small town and a big city can both earn an A.

    1. FQuinlanTown, 1,618 people8 mi
    2. D-Wills PointTown, 3,921 people12 mi
    3. DEmoryTown, 1,207 people14 mi
    4. FElmoTown, 1,379 people15 mi
    5. CPoetryTown, 1,642 people15 mi
    6. B+EdgewoodTown, 1,927 people16 mi

    West Tawakoni 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. 153DAzle14,126 people45 mito downtown
    5. 154DBlue Ridge1,104 people41 mito downtown
    6. 155DGreenville31,222 people44 mito downtown
    7. 156DWest Tawakoni2,382 people45 mito downtown
    8. 157DAlvarado6,307 people37 mito downtown
    9. 158DForest Hill14,062 people30 mito downtown
    10. 159D-Briar7,228 people49 mito downtown

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    Living in West Tawakoni: common questions

    Is West Tawakoni, TX a good place to live?

    We give West Tawakoni a D. It ranks 621st of 745 Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people. It does best on schools and home ownership, and trails on education levels and health.

    How much does it cost to live in West Tawakoni?

    Median rent in West Tawakoni is $1,298 a month, 7% lower than the Texas median. The median home is worth $97,000, 66% lower than the Texas median. A median home costs 1.6x 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 $643, including property tax.

    What is the weather like in West Tawakoni?

    Summers in West Tawakoni peak at about 94°F in July, and January nights fall to about 34°F. Expect around 91 days a year at 90°F or hotter, and 44 inches of rain.

    How long is the commute in West Tawakoni?

    The average one-way commute is 42 min, 57% higher than the Texas average. About 3.2% of workers work from home. It is about 45 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.