ZIP Code 75042

    Garland / Western, Garland, TX

    A diverse western Garland community with affordable homes, proximity to the Richardson border, and convenient highway access.

    Key Statistics

    38,112

    Population

    $64,266

    Median Income

    $240,200

    Median Home Value

    6/10

    School Rating

    38/100

    Walk Score

    5/10

    Crime Index

    Demographics & Housing

    Demographic and housing statistics for ZIP 75042
    MetricValue
    Median Age34.4 years
    School DistrictGarland ISD
    Under 1831%
    18-3422%
    35-5426%
    55+21%
    Owner Occupied58%
    Renter Occupied42%
    Median Rent$1,239/mo
    5yr Home Appreciation28%

    Housing Market

    58%

    Owner Occupied

    42%

    Renter Occupied

    6.9%

    Vacancy Rate

    11,885

    Total Units

    Ownership vs Rental

    Owner 58%Renter 42%Vacant 6.9%

    Median Rent Trend (2019–2024)

    5-year rent change: +33%

    Housing Inventory by Type

    Single Family38%
    Apartment32%
    Other19%
    Townhome7%
    Condo4%

    Median year built: 1992

    Race & Ethnicity

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

    Hispanic or Latino54%
    White (Non-Hispanic)17%
    Asian14%
    Black or African American13%
    Two or More Races2%
    Other0%

    Age Distribution

    Median age: 34.4 years

    Population Growth Trend

    Growth since 2010: +52.3%

    Employment & Economy

    4.5%

    Unemployment

    17.3%

    Poverty Rate

    29 min

    Avg. Commute

    Top Employment Industries

    Healthcare19%
    Retail Trade14%
    Construction12%
    Manufacturing8%
    Education6%

    How People Commute

    Drive Alone73%
    Carpool15%
    Public Transit1%
    Walk / Bike1%
    Work from Home7%

    Safety & Crime

    5

    Violent crimes / 1K

    36

    Property crimes / 1K

    Crime index comparison

    5/10

    1 = safest, 10 = highest crime

    Healthcare Access

    3

    Hospitals Nearby

    5

    Urgent Cares

    2.1

    Doctors / 1K

    84.2%

    Insured

    Educational Attainment

    Percentage of population aged 25+ by highest degree earned.

    High School Grad+86.6%
    Bachelor's Degree+31.2%
    Graduate/Professional11.9%

    15.6:1

    Student-Teacher Ratio

    8,511

    School-Age Population

    Household Composition

    3.3

    Avg Household Size

    11,445

    Total Households

    25.8%

    Married w/ Kids

    Married w/ Children25.8%
    Married, No Children20.8%
    Single Parent12.4%
    Living Alone32.9%
    Other Non-Family8.1%

    Language & Nativity

    68.2%

    English Only

    16.3%

    Foreign-Born

    Languages spoken at home (population 5+)

    English Only68.2%
    Spanish19.6%
    Asian & Pacific Island1.6%
    Other Languages10.6%

    Income Distribution

    Percentage of households by annual income bracket.

    Under $25K12.3%
    $25K–$50K16.2%
    $50K–$75K17.5%
    $75K–$100K23.4%
    $100K–$150K16.7%
    $150K–$200K11.2%
    $200K+2.7%

    Social & Connectivity

    14.1%

    With Disability

    2.5%

    Veterans

    87.6%

    Broadband Access

    7.3%

    No Internet

    12.3%

    SNAP Recipients

    Top Schools

    Garland High School

    Public

    6/10

    Bussey Middle School

    Public

    6/10

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Is West Garland affordable?
    Yes, 75042 is one of DFW's most affordable areas with a median home value of $200,600.
    What highways serve 75042?
    75042 has access to I-635 (LBJ Freeway), I-30, and US-75 for easy commuting across DFW.
    What is the community like?
    75042 is a diverse, working-class community with affordable housing and family-oriented neighborhoods.

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