ZIP Code 75231
Lake Highlands, Dallas, TX
A family-favorite Dallas neighborhood in the top-rated Richardson ISD. Features well-maintained homes, excellent parks, White Rock Lake access, and a strong community spirit.
Key Statistics
39,158
Population
$50,603
Median Income
$445,300
Median Home Value
8/10
School Rating
42/100
Walk Score
3/10
Crime Index
Demographics & Housing
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Median Age | 31.7 years |
| School District | Richardson ISD |
| Under 18 | 24% |
| 18-34 | 33% |
| 35-54 | 24% |
| 55+ | 19% |
| Owner Occupied | 17% |
| Renter Occupied | 83% |
| Median Rent | $1,141/mo |
| 5yr Home Appreciation | 25% |
Housing Market
17%
Owner Occupied
83%
Renter Occupied
10.4%
Vacancy Rate
15,906
Total Units
Ownership vs Rental
Median Rent Trend (2019–2024)
5-year rent change: +29%
Housing Inventory by Type
Median year built: 1988
Race & Ethnicity
Estimated racial and ethnic composition based on U.S. Census ACS data.
Age Distribution
Median age: 31.7 years
Population Growth Trend
Growth since 2010: +18.0%
Employment & Economy
5.2%
Unemployment
11.1%
Poverty Rate
24 min
Avg. Commute
Top Employment Industries
How People Commute
Safety & Crime
2.3
Violent crimes / 1K
21
Property crimes / 1K
Crime index comparison
1 = safest, 10 = highest crime
Healthcare Access
1
Hospitals Nearby
2
Urgent Cares
2.2
Doctors / 1K
83.1%
Insured
Educational Attainment
Percentage of population aged 25+ by highest degree earned.
16:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
7,936
School-Age Population
Household Composition
2.71
Avg Household Size
14,449
Total Households
23.1%
Married w/ Kids
Language & Nativity
75.8%
English Only
13.7%
Foreign-Born
Languages spoken at home (population 5+)
Income Distribution
Percentage of households by annual income bracket.
Social & Connectivity
9.9%
With Disability
4%
Veterans
90.3%
Broadband Access
6.9%
No Internet
13.1%
SNAP Recipients
Top Schools
Lake Highlands High School
Public
Lake Highlands North Elementary
Public
Richardson West Junior High
Public
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