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Highland Park, TX

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Highland Park, TX

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Demographics

Predominantly WhiteSimpson's Diversity Index: 20
Population8,774
Foreign Born2.2%
Population Density3,912people per mi²
Median Age45.6 yrs
Demographics Trajectory
StableSince 2010, this city has held a relatively stable population and racial composition.
Current Race / Ethnicity Breakdown
Population Trends

Quality of Life

Overall Quality Of Life
B-
Good

Above-average quality of iife. The area offers a reasonable cost of living, decent mobility, and a mix of neighborhood amenities.

Quality of Life blends cost of living, nearby amenities, socioeconomic signals, and neighborhood character. City-level scores represent the whole municipality; individual neighborhoods can differ.

Cost of Living

382/100

282% above national average

F

The Real Cost of Living in Highland Park, Texas

TierIndividualFamily (4)
Survival $66k$125k
Comfortable $539k$792k
Luxury $701k+$1.1M+
Elite (Top 5%) $993k+$1.5M+
Affordability Ratio

32%

The Hood Index™

A metric tracking the socioeconomic signals of the area.

A-
Hood Index scan area
Premium Lean75%
RisksNeutralGrowth
Premium
40
Positive
40
Poor
14
Negative
35

Groceries

0 within 10 miles

11.8mi

Gas

0 within 10 miles

Hospital

3 within 20 miles

2.9mi

Airport

DFW — Dallas Fort Worth International

14.9mi

Post Office

USPS — Allen, TX

19.5mi

Critical Amenities

Country Clubs

1 private club within 10 miles.

Golf4Nearest 4.1 mi
Camping20Nearest 16 mi
Marina5Nearest 4.3 mi
Winery0 
Ice Rink3Nearest 3.2 mi
Gun Range6Nearest 3.9 mi

Affluence Level

Overall Affluence Grade
A+
Elite

An elite concentration of wealth — high incomes, strong home values, advanced degrees, and minimal poverty signal a top-tier socioeconomic profile.

Median HHI
>$250k
233% above US avg

Census doesn't track above $250K

Est. Avg Net Worth
$1.9M
184% above US avg
College Educated
88.3%
152% above US avg
WFH
21.4%
50% above US avg
Homeownership
87.6%
34% above US avg
Median Home
$1.9M
569% above US avg

Crime

Overall Crime Grade
A-
Very Safe

Lower crime rates than 76% of comparable U.S. locations.

Crime Rate
25.3
Incidents per 1,000 residents
5yr Trend
−23.6%
Overall crime change since 2020

Violent Crime

5yr−54.0%
Homicide
0.00 / 1k Residents100% below state avg
Robbery
0.11 / 1k Residents78% below state avg
Aggravated Assault
0.23 / 1k Residents90% below state avg

Property Crime

5yr+6.8%
Burglary
2.17 / 1k Residents11% below state avg
Larceny-Theft
19.69 / 1k Residents54% above state avg
Motor Vehicle Theft
2.98 / 1k Residents20% above state avg
Source: FBI Crime Data · 2025

Political Climate

Cook PVI: R+7Leans Conservative

District shown is the primary district for this city’s centroid. Cities may span multiple districts.

Presidential Voting Trends for Highland Park, Texas
Dem Rep
30%40%50%60%70%2000200420082012201620202024

Personal Sovereignty

Personal Sovereignty measures your capacity for self-reliance and independence with minimal government friction. Higher scores mean fewer barriers between you and the way you want to live... but it assumes you have the space you need and good neighbors.

Overall Sovereignty Grade
A-
High Autonomy

Strong independent fundamentals that actively favor personal liberty and low regulation.

State Policy

Tax Burden
B
Fair8.6% of income
Property Rights
C+
FairIJ Grade C+
Firearm Rights
A
GreatFPC Grade A
Homeschooling
A+
GreatNo notice required

Energy independence: Net exporter (220% of energy produced in-state)

Personal Liberty

Raw Milk
A-
OpenFarm sales legal
Gambling Laws
D+
RestrictedTribal · Poker · Betting
Marijuana Laws
C+
LimitedMedical only

Homesteading

Growing Season272 days343 frost-free
Annual Rainfall59.2"
Elevation554 ft

Strategic Assessment

Strategic Assessment grades tactical survivability using Joel Skousen's Strategic Relocation framework. Major population centers, blast zones, natural disasters, and border exposure all drive risk — lower exposure means a more defensible position in a crisis.

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Overall Strategic Grade
D-
Vulnerable

Multiple tactical vulnerabilities. Population density, target proximity, or disaster risk are likely compounding. A retreat property and exit planning is required.

Strategic Pillars

City Proximity
F
Poor3.9 mi to nearest major city
Pop. Density
D-
Poor3,912/sq mi
Fallout Danger
D
Poor18 within ~30 mi
Natural Disaster
F
PoorInland Flooding
Border / Coast
A+
Greatborder 338 mi · coast 239 mi
FEMA Expected Loss$973.2M/yrfor the county

Key Distances

Nearest Major CityDallas1.3M people are 3.9 mi away
Nearest Major AirportDFW15 mi away
Distance to State Capital186 miAustin, TX
Nearest Prison4.1 mi6 within 25 mi

* Values derived from national, state, county, city and local statistics and may differ in a specific area. Last updated: 2026-04-14T23:44:33.000Z

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