ZIP Code 75226

    Deep Ellum, Dallas, TX

    Dallas's legendary entertainment and arts district. Deep Ellum pulses with live music venues, street art, eclectic restaurants, and a creative spirit dating back over a century.

    Key Statistics

    5,108

    Population

    $67,612

    Median Income

    N/A

    Median Home Value

    5/10

    School Rating

    85/100

    Walk Score

    6/10

    Crime Index

    Demographics & Housing

    Demographic and housing statistics for ZIP 75226
    MetricValue
    Median Age32 years
    School DistrictDallas ISD
    Under 187%
    18-3449%
    35-5424%
    55+20%
    Owner Occupied6%
    Renter Occupied94%
    Median Rent$1,590/mo
    5yr Home Appreciation35%

    Housing Market

    6%

    Owner Occupied

    94%

    Renter Occupied

    12.6%

    Vacancy Rate

    1,970

    Total Units

    Ownership vs Rental

    Owner 6%Renter 94%Vacant 12.6%

    Median Rent Trend (2019–2024)

    5-year rent change: +33%

    Housing Inventory by Type

    Apartment66%
    Single Family17%
    Condo12%
    Townhome4%
    Other1%

    Median year built: 1982

    Race & Ethnicity

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

    Hispanic or Latino44%
    White (Non-Hispanic)32%
    Black or African American18%
    Asian3%
    Two or More Races2%
    Other1%

    Age Distribution

    Median age: 32 years

    Population Growth Trend

    Growth since 2010: +16.5%

    Employment & Economy

    6%

    Unemployment

    17.7%

    Poverty Rate

    32 min

    Avg. Commute

    Top Employment Industries

    Healthcare20%
    Retail Trade16%
    Manufacturing14%
    Construction10%
    Education7%

    How People Commute

    Drive Alone79%
    Carpool7%
    Public Transit3%
    Walk / Bike1%
    Work from Home11%

    Safety & Crime

    6.8

    Violent crimes / 1K

    36.5

    Property crimes / 1K

    Crime index comparison

    6/10

    1 = safest, 10 = highest crime

    Healthcare Access

    3

    Hospitals Nearby

    3

    Urgent Cares

    2.4

    Doctors / 1K

    86.4%

    Insured

    Educational Attainment

    Percentage of population aged 25+ by highest degree earned.

    High School Grad+85.3%
    Bachelor's Degree+28.7%
    Graduate/Professional7.1%

    16.7:1

    Student-Teacher Ratio

    298

    School-Age Population

    Household Composition

    1.97

    Avg Household Size

    2,592

    Total Households

    23.6%

    Married w/ Kids

    Married w/ Children23.6%
    Married, No Children25%
    Single Parent9.7%
    Living Alone45.9%
    Other Non-Family0%

    Language & Nativity

    72.1%

    English Only

    23.8%

    Foreign-Born

    Languages spoken at home (population 5+)

    English Only72.1%
    Spanish17.9%
    Asian & Pacific Island4.3%
    Other Languages5.7%

    Income Distribution

    Percentage of households by annual income bracket.

    Under $25K10.3%
    $25K–$50K18.1%
    $50K–$75K15.4%
    $75K–$100K23.5%
    $100K–$150K16.5%
    $150K–$200K11.4%
    $200K+4.7%

    Social & Connectivity

    14.9%

    With Disability

    3.3%

    Veterans

    85.9%

    Broadband Access

    4%

    No Internet

    12.5%

    SNAP Recipients

    Top Schools

    Booker T. Washington HSPVA

    Magnet

    10/10

    Uplift Luna Preparatory

    Charter

    7/10

    Frequently Asked Questions

    What is Deep Ellum known for?
    Deep Ellum (75226) is Dallas's premier live music and arts district, with over 30 live music venues, 100+ murals, and some of the city's most creative restaurants.
    Is Deep Ellum a good place to live?
    Deep Ellum offers vibrant urban living with a Walk Score of 85, loft apartments, and unmatched nightlife and culture, ideal for young adults.
    What is the history of Deep Ellum?
    Deep Ellum has been Dallas's cultural heartbeat since the 1920s, famous for its jazz and blues clubs that hosted legends like Blind Lemon Jefferson and Leadbelly.

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