Town in Bastrop County, part of the Austin metro

Living in Wyldwood, TX

C+

340th of 745Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people
Overall score 54 of 100
30th of 58 in the Austin area

Wyldwood earns a grade of C+ on our index, 340th of 745 Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people. It does best on jobs and income and home ownership, and trails on getting around and errands and things to do. It is a strong pick for people on a budget.

  • Good for people on a budget
  • Errands and things to do scores low (15 of 100)
  • Getting around scores low (1 of 100)
Map of Texas showing where Wyldwood isHoustonSan AntonioDallasFort WorthWyldwood
Where Wyldwood is in Texas.
Population
4,934
Median rent
$1,3375% lower than Texas
Median home value
$195,70031% lower than Texas
Household income
$88,399Median
Average commute
40 minOne way
Violent crime
No dataNo full-year report

What it's like to live in Wyldwood

Wyldwood sits about 20 miles from downtown Austin, in the Austin-Round Rock-San Marcos metro. About 4,934 people live here. It is small-town and rural in feel.

The median age is 37.8, 38% of households have children, 75% of homes are owned by the people living in them and the typical household earns $88,399 a year (13% higher than the Texas median).

Pros of living in Wyldwood

  • Homes are affordable for local incomes. The median home costs 2.2 times the median household income, against 3.6 times across Texas.

Cons of living in Wyldwood

  • Long commutes. The average trip to work takes 40 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.
  • Natural hazard risk. FEMA rates the risk of river flooding, tornadoes and heat waves as very high here.
  • Long, hot summers. Expect about 122 days a year at 90°F or hotter.

Who Wyldwood suits

  • FamiliesA reasonable fit. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 52% for families.
  • Young professionalsNot the best fit: household income is 13% higher than the Texas median, with 14 restaurants and 1 cafe in town. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 33% for young professionals.
  • RetireesA reasonable fit: 20% of working-age adults are uninsured. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 42% for retirees.
  • Remote workersNot the best fit: 86% of homes have broadband and the median rent of $1,337 is 5% lower than the Texas median. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 32% for remote workers.
  • People on a budgetA reasonable fit: the median rent of $1,337 is 5% lower than the Texas median. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 80% for people on a budget.

Wyldwood report card

Ten grades, one for each part of daily life we measure. Most compare Wyldwood 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 B+

    Median rent $1,337, homes cost 2.2x income.

    74 of 100 vs US towns

  • Jobs and income: grade A-

    Median household income $88,399, 2.2% unemployed.

    87 of 100 vs US towns

  • Schools: grade C

    1 rated campuses, 0% rated A or B.

    43 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 D-

    0 grocery stores, 14 restaurants, 1 park mapped in town.

    15 of 100 vs TX towns

  • Getting around: grade F

    Average commute 40 min, 14% work from home.

    1 of 100 vs US towns

  • Education levels: grade D

    20% have a bachelor’s degree.

    17 of 100 vs US towns

  • Health: grade D+

    20% of adults uninsured.

    28 of 100 vs US towns

  • Home ownership: grade A-

    75% of homes owner-occupied.

    82 of 100 vs US towns

  • Internet access: grade D+

    86% of homes have broadband.

    31 of 100 vs US towns

Where Wyldwood stands out compared with Texas

Better than Texas

  • Renters paying 30%+ of income on rent: 22%30 points lower than Texas (52%)
  • Home value to income: 2.2x39% lower than Texas (3.6x)
  • Homes owned by the people living in them: 75%12 points higher than Texas (63%)

Worse than Texas

  • Average commute: 40 min49% higher than Texas (27 min)
  • Adults with a bachelor's degree or higher: 20%14 points lower than Texas (34%)
  • Homes with broadband internet: 86%5 points lower than Texas (91%)

Cost of living in Wyldwood

Wyldwood renters pay a median of $1,337 a month, 5% lower than the statewide median. The usual rule is to spend no more than 30% of income on rent, which means earning around $53,000 a year for a median unit. Right now 22% of renters here pay more than 30% of their income on rent.

HUD sets fair market rents for this area at $1,530 for a one-bedroom, $1,817 for a two-bedroom and $2,292 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 $195,700, 31% lower than the Texas median. With 20% down and a 30-year loan at 7.28%, the monthly payment comes to about $1,071 before tax, or $1,394 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 Wyldwood pays $3,878 a year, 8% 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 WyldwoodStudio$1,4471 bedroom$1,5302 bedrooms$1,8173 bedrooms$2,2924 bedrooms$2,689
HUD fair market rent for FY2027, Austin-Round Rock-San Marcos, TX MSA. This is what a typical, modest unit rents for, including utilities.
MeasureHereTexasUS
Median rent5% lower than Texas$1,337$1,403$1,413
Median home value31% lower than Texas$195,700$283,800$332,700
Home value to income39% lower than Texas2.2x3.6x4.1x
Renters paying 30%+ of income on rent30 points lower than Texas22%52%51%
Median property tax per year8% lower than Texas$3,878$4,232$3,119
Homes owned by the people living in them12 points higher than Texas75%63%65%
Median year homes were builtAbout the same as Texas198919921980

Monthly cost to buy a median home

$1,394
Mortgage payment
$1,071
Property tax
$323
Median rent, for comparison
$1,337

Based on a $195,700 home in Wyldwood, 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 Wyldwood

Wyldwood has 1 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 Bastrop 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
43
of 100 vs Texas towns
Average rating
79
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

  • CCedar Creek High SchoolHigh, Bastrop ISD79 of 100

Daily life in Wyldwood

Everyday places mapped inside Wyldwood, from Overture Maps.

The average one-way commute is 40 minutes, 49% longer 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 Austin is about 20 miles away in a straight line. Many people who live in Wyldwood work elsewhere in the metro, so test the drive at rush hour before you commit.

The median household income is $88,399, income per person is $27,170, unemployment is 2.2% and 20% of adults hold a bachelor's degree.

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

Jobs, income and education

MeasureHereTexasUS
Median household income13% higher than Texas$88,399$78,476$80,734
Income per person33% lower than Texas$27,170$40,752$44,673
Unemployment rate3 points lower than Texas2.2%5.3%5.2%
People below the poverty line10 points lower than Texas3.6%14%12%
Adults with a bachelor's degree or higher14 points lower than Texas20%34%36%
Adults with a high school diploma or higher21 points lower than Texas65%86%90%
Adults 18 to 64 without health insuranceAbout the same as Texas20%20%11%
Homes with broadband internet5 points lower than Texas86%91%91%

Getting to work

MeasureHereTexasUS
Average commute49% higher than Texas40 min27 min26 min
Workers who work from homeAbout the same as Texas14%14%15%
Workers who work from home14%
Workers who take transit0%
Workers who walk0%
Workers who bike0%

Who lives in Wyldwood

Under 1829%
18 to 3417%
35 to 6444%
65 and over9.5%

Median age 37.8 years. 38% of households have children.

Race and ethnicity
White36%
Hispanic or Latino62%
Black0%
Asian0%
Other or more than one race2.1%

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

Weather in Wyldwood

Wyldwood has a hot Texas climate. July highs average 96°F and January lows about 37°F. There are about 122 days a year at 90°F or above, and about 38 inches of rain a year.

Average monthly high and low temperatures in Wyldwood30°50°70°90°62J66F72M79A85M92J96J97A91S82O72N64DRain

Average daily high and low by month, °F, with rain below. NOAA 1991 to 2020 normals from Cedar Creek 5 S, 8 mi away. Orange months average 90°F or more.

Natural hazard risk

FEMA's National Risk Index says river flooding risk is very high, hurricane risk is moderate, tornado risk is very high and hail risk is very high. Before you buy, look up the FEMA flood zone for the exact address and get a flood insurance quote, since standard home policies do not cover floods.

  • River floodingVery high
  • HurricanesModerate
  • TornadoesVery high
  • HailVery high
  • Heat wavesVery high
  • WildfiresVery high
  • Winter stormsVery high
  • Strong windVery high

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 Wyldwood

Nearby, Cedar Creek gets an F, Garfield gets a D+ and Hornsby Bend 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. FCedar CreekTown, 4,440 people4 mi
  2. D+GarfieldTown, 1,926 people6 mi
  3. D-Hornsby BendSmall city, 12,367 people10 mi
  4. C+BastropSmall city, 11,156 people10 mi
  5. FCamp SwiftTown, 8,239 people12 mi
  6. D-Mustang RidgeTown, 1,750 people13 mi

Wyldwood in the Austin area

How it ranks among 58 places in the metro.

  1. 1A+The Hills2,516 people14 mito downtown
  2. 2A+Rollingwood1,316 people3 mito downtown
  3. 3A+Brushy Creek19,576 people15 mito downtown
  4. 27B-Austin979,539 people0 mito downtown
  5. 28C+Wells Branch13,523 people11 mito downtown
  6. 29C+Bastrop11,156 people29 mito downtown
  7. 30C+Wyldwood4,934 people20 mito downtown
  8. 31C+Bartlett1,941 people39 mito downtown
  9. 32C+Lago Vista9,650 people18 mito downtown
  10. 33C+Kyle56,823 people22 mito downtown

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Living in Wyldwood: common questions

Is Wyldwood, TX a good place to live?

Wyldwood earns a grade of C+ on our index, 340th of 745 Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people. It does best on jobs and income and home ownership, and trails on getting around and errands and things to do. It is a strong pick for people on a budget.

How much does it cost to live in Wyldwood?

Renters in Wyldwood pay a median of $1,337 a month, 5% lower than the Texas median. The median home is worth $195,700, 31% lower than the Texas median. A median home costs 2.2x 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 $1,394, including property tax.

Are the schools good in Wyldwood?

We found 1 rated public school campuses inside Wyldwood. 0% are rated A or B by the Texas Education Agency. Its schools score is 43 of 100 compared with other Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people.

Does Wyldwood flood?

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

What is the weather like in Wyldwood?

Summers in Wyldwood peak at about 96°F in July, and January nights fall to about 37°F. Expect around 122 days a year at 90°F or hotter, and 38 inches of rain.

How long is the commute in Wyldwood?

The average one-way commute is 40 min, 49% higher than the Texas average. About 14% of workers work from home. It is about 20 miles from downtown Austin.

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.