ZIP Code 75081

    East Richardson, Richardson, TX

    An established residential community with diverse neighborhoods, DART rail access, proximity to the Telecom Corridor, and strong public schools.

    Key Statistics

    36,544

    Population

    $93,165

    Median Income

    $371,500

    Median Home Value

    8/10

    School Rating

    40/100

    Walk Score

    3/10

    Crime Index

    Demographics & Housing

    Demographic and housing statistics for ZIP 75081
    MetricValue
    Median Age35.6 years
    School DistrictRichardson ISD
    Under 1823%
    18-3426%
    35-5428%
    55+23%
    Owner Occupied51%
    Renter Occupied49%
    Median Rent$1,646/mo
    5yr Home Appreciation26%

    Housing Market

    51%

    Owner Occupied

    49%

    Renter Occupied

    7.3%

    Vacancy Rate

    13,775

    Total Units

    Ownership vs Rental

    Owner 51%Renter 49%Vacant 7.3%

    Median Rent Trend (2019–2024)

    5-year rent change: +36%

    Housing Inventory by Type

    Single Family37%
    Apartment28%
    Other19%
    Condo9%
    Townhome7%

    Median year built: 1990

    Race & Ethnicity

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

    White (Non-Hispanic)38%
    Hispanic or Latino28%
    Asian16%
    Black or African American14%
    Two or More Races3%
    Other1%

    Age Distribution

    Median age: 35.6 years

    Population Growth Trend

    Growth since 2010: +65.3%

    Employment & Economy

    4.7%

    Unemployment

    7%

    Poverty Rate

    33 min

    Avg. Commute

    Top Employment Industries

    Healthcare15%
    Professional & Technical14%
    Retail Trade14%
    Finance & Insurance11%
    Education8%

    How People Commute

    Drive Alone80%
    Carpool9%
    Public Transit1%
    Walk / Bike2%
    Work from Home8%

    Safety & Crime

    1.8

    Violent crimes / 1K

    18.6

    Property crimes / 1K

    Crime index comparison

    3/10

    1 = safest, 10 = highest crime

    Healthcare Access

    1

    Hospitals Nearby

    5

    Urgent Cares

    2.6

    Doctors / 1K

    90.5%

    Insured

    Educational Attainment

    Percentage of population aged 25+ by highest degree earned.

    High School Grad+95.8%
    Bachelor's Degree+38.5%
    Graduate/Professional19.7%

    14:1

    Student-Teacher Ratio

    7,281

    School-Age Population

    Household Composition

    1.97

    Avg Household Size

    18,524

    Total Households

    34.1%

    Married w/ Kids

    Married w/ Children34.1%
    Married, No Children20.4%
    Single Parent11.1%
    Living Alone37.1%
    Other Non-Family0%

    Language & Nativity

    88.5%

    English Only

    13.6%

    Foreign-Born

    Languages spoken at home (population 5+)

    English Only88.5%
    Spanish11.1%
    Asian & Pacific Island6.2%
    Other Languages0%

    Income Distribution

    Percentage of households by annual income bracket.

    Under $25K8.2%
    $25K–$50K8.1%
    $50K–$75K15.5%
    $75K–$100K21.4%
    $100K–$150K23.3%
    $150K–$200K17.7%
    $200K+5.9%

    Social & Connectivity

    9.6%

    With Disability

    5.4%

    Veterans

    93%

    Broadband Access

    1.9%

    No Internet

    2%

    SNAP Recipients

    Top Schools

    Berkner High School

    Public

    8/10

    Forest Meadow Junior High

    Public

    7/10

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Does Richardson have DART rail?
    Yes, Richardson has multiple DART Red and Orange Line stations, providing rail access to downtown Dallas and Plano.
    Is East Richardson affordable?
    With a median home value of $323,700 East Richardson (75081) offers affordable homes with top Richardson ISD schools.
    What is the community like in 75081?
    75081 is a diverse, family-friendly community with mature neighborhoods, community parks, and strong school involvement.

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