ZIP Code 75215

    South Dallas / Bonton, Dallas, TX

    A historically significant African-American community with deep roots and ongoing revitalization efforts. Bonton Farms has become a model for urban agriculture.

    Key Statistics

    18,895

    Population

    $39,486

    Median Income

    $100,900

    Median Home Value

    4/10

    School Rating

    40/100

    Walk Score

    8/10

    Crime Index

    Demographics & Housing

    Demographic and housing statistics for ZIP 75215
    MetricValue
    Median Age35 years
    School DistrictDallas ISD
    Under 1825%
    18-3425%
    35-5428%
    55+22%
    Owner Occupied31%
    Renter Occupied69%
    Median Rent$1,111/mo
    5yr Home Appreciation48%

    Housing Market

    31%

    Owner Occupied

    69%

    Renter Occupied

    10.7%

    Vacancy Rate

    7,042

    Total Units

    Ownership vs Rental

    Owner 31%Renter 69%Vacant 10.7%

    Median Rent Trend (2019–2024)

    5-year rent change: +32%

    Housing Inventory by Type

    Apartment38%
    Single Family37%
    Townhome14%
    Condo8%
    Other3%

    Median year built: 1974

    Race & Ethnicity

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

    Black or African American62%
    Hispanic or Latino30%
    White (Non-Hispanic)4%
    Two or More Races2%
    Asian1%
    Other1%

    Age Distribution

    Median age: 35 years

    Population Growth Trend

    Growth since 2010: +12.2%

    Employment & Economy

    8.1%

    Unemployment

    19.1%

    Poverty Rate

    26 min

    Avg. Commute

    Top Employment Industries

    Retail Trade15%
    Healthcare13%
    Construction12%
    Manufacturing12%
    Accommodation & Food11%

    How People Commute

    Drive Alone72%
    Carpool14%
    Public Transit6%
    Walk / Bike1%
    Work from Home10%

    Safety & Crime

    11.7

    Violent crimes / 1K

    50.1

    Property crimes / 1K

    Crime index comparison

    8/10

    1 = safest, 10 = highest crime

    Healthcare Access

    3

    Hospitals Nearby

    6

    Urgent Cares

    0.9

    Doctors / 1K

    78.6%

    Insured

    Educational Attainment

    Percentage of population aged 25+ by highest degree earned.

    High School Grad+75.1%
    Bachelor's Degree+12.3%
    Graduate/Professional6.1%

    16.6:1

    Student-Teacher Ratio

    3,857

    School-Age Population

    Household Composition

    2.65

    Avg Household Size

    7,150

    Total Households

    17%

    Married w/ Kids

    Married w/ Children17%
    Married, No Children18%
    Single Parent24.9%
    Living Alone34.5%
    Other Non-Family5.6%

    Language & Nativity

    44.2%

    English Only

    30.9%

    Foreign-Born

    Languages spoken at home (population 5+)

    English Only44.2%
    Spanish52.5%
    Asian & Pacific Island7.3%
    Other Languages0%

    Income Distribution

    Percentage of households by annual income bracket.

    Under $25K25.2%
    $25K–$50K19.2%
    $50K–$75K19.7%
    $75K–$100K12.9%
    $100K–$150K12.4%
    $150K–$200K8.2%
    $200K+2.4%

    Social & Connectivity

    21%

    With Disability

    4%

    Veterans

    70.4%

    Broadband Access

    7.8%

    No Internet

    21.6%

    SNAP Recipients

    Top Schools

    James Madison High School

    Public

    4/10

    Martin Luther King Jr. Learning Center

    Public

    5/10

    Frequently Asked Questions

    What is Bonton Farms?
    Bonton Farms is an award-winning urban farm and community in 75215 that has transformed vacant lots into productive farmland, providing fresh food and jobs.
    Is 75215 undergoing revitalization?
    Yes, 75215 is experiencing significant investment with new housing, the Bonton Farms expansion, and planned commercial development.
    What is the home appreciation in 75215?
    ZIP 75215 has seen 48% home appreciation over 5 years, one of the highest rates in Dallas, driven by revitalization and proximity to downtown.

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