ZIP Code 75040

    Downtown Garland, Garland, TX

    The established heart of Garland with a revitalized downtown square, DART Blue Line access, diverse dining, and affordable family homes.

    Key Statistics

    64,606

    Population

    $74,519

    Median Income

    $266,300

    Median Home Value

    6/10

    School Rating

    38/100

    Walk Score

    5/10

    Crime Index

    Demographics & Housing

    Demographic and housing statistics for ZIP 75040
    MetricValue
    Median Age35.5 years
    School DistrictGarland ISD
    Under 1825%
    18-3424%
    35-5428%
    55+23%
    Owner Occupied67%
    Renter Occupied33%
    Median Rent$1,494/mo
    5yr Home Appreciation32%

    Housing Market

    67%

    Owner Occupied

    33%

    Renter Occupied

    5.7%

    Vacancy Rate

    22,234

    Total Units

    Ownership vs Rental

    Owner 67%Renter 33%Vacant 5.7%

    Median Rent Trend (2019–2024)

    5-year rent change: +28%

    Housing Inventory by Type

    Single Family76%
    Apartment19%
    Townhome11%
    Condo1%
    Other1%

    Median year built: 2000

    Race & Ethnicity

    Estimated racial and ethnic composition based on U.S. Census ACS data.

    Hispanic or Latino48%
    White (Non-Hispanic)22%
    Black or African American15%
    Asian12%
    Two or More Races3%
    Other0%

    Age Distribution

    Median age: 35.5 years

    Population Growth Trend

    Growth since 2010: +59.4%

    Employment & Economy

    5.5%

    Unemployment

    9.9%

    Poverty Rate

    28.5 min

    Avg. Commute

    Top Employment Industries

    Healthcare21%
    Professional & Technical13%
    Finance & Insurance12%
    Retail Trade9%
    Education8%

    How People Commute

    Drive Alone76%
    Carpool11%
    Public Transit1%
    Walk / Bike2%
    Work from Home10%

    Safety & Crime

    4.1

    Violent crimes / 1K

    38.6

    Property crimes / 1K

    Crime index comparison

    5/10

    1 = safest, 10 = highest crime

    Healthcare Access

    4

    Hospitals Nearby

    5

    Urgent Cares

    2

    Doctors / 1K

    82.6%

    Insured

    Educational Attainment

    Percentage of population aged 25+ by highest degree earned.

    High School Grad+91.4%
    Bachelor's Degree+45.4%
    Graduate/Professional25.5%

    16.8:1

    Student-Teacher Ratio

    12,023

    School-Age Population

    Household Composition

    3.1

    Avg Household Size

    20,958

    Total Households

    29.4%

    Married w/ Kids

    Married w/ Children29.4%
    Married, No Children22.4%
    Single Parent12.1%
    Living Alone29.2%
    Other Non-Family6.9%

    Language & Nativity

    67.1%

    English Only

    14.7%

    Foreign-Born

    Languages spoken at home (population 5+)

    English Only67.1%
    Spanish12.6%
    Asian & Pacific Island4.8%
    Other Languages15.5%

    Income Distribution

    Percentage of households by annual income bracket.

    Under $25K11.3%
    $25K–$50K11.4%
    $50K–$75K14.6%
    $75K–$100K17.7%
    $100K–$150K21.5%
    $150K–$200K15%
    $200K+8.6%

    Social & Connectivity

    10.2%

    With Disability

    7.4%

    Veterans

    88%

    Broadband Access

    5.1%

    No Internet

    8.8%

    SNAP Recipients

    Top Schools

    Garland High School

    Public

    6/10

    Lyles Middle School

    Public

    6/10

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Is Garland a good place to live?
    Garland offers affordable housing (median home value $221,800), DART rail access to Dallas, diverse communities, and improving amenities in a central location.
    Does Garland have DART rail?
    Yes, Garland has multiple DART Blue Line stations providing direct rail access to downtown Dallas in about 30 minutes.
    What is the cost of living in Garland?
    Garland's cost of living is about 8% below the national average, with affordable housing and lower property taxes than many Dallas suburbs.

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