ZIP Code 75238
Lake Highlands South, Dallas, TX
A diverse residential area between Lake Highlands and White Rock Lake with a mix of established and renovated homes, good schools, and park access.
Key Statistics
32,180
Population
$71,352
Median Income
$478,000
Median Home Value
7/10
School Rating
35/100
Walk Score
4/10
Crime Index
Demographics & Housing
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Median Age | 35.8 years |
| School District | Richardson ISD / Dallas ISD |
| Under 18 | 27% |
| 18-34 | 21% |
| 35-54 | 29% |
| 55+ | 23% |
| Owner Occupied | 50% |
| Renter Occupied | 50% |
| Median Rent | $1,194/mo |
| 5yr Home Appreciation | 26% |
Housing Market
50%
Owner Occupied
50%
Renter Occupied
8.2%
Vacancy Rate
11,715
Total Units
Ownership vs Rental
Median Rent Trend (2019–2024)
5-year rent change: +26%
Housing Inventory by Type
Median year built: 1985
Race & Ethnicity
Estimated racial and ethnic composition based on U.S. Census ACS data.
Age Distribution
Median age: 35.8 years
Population Growth Trend
Growth since 2010: +51.2%
Employment & Economy
4.7%
Unemployment
7.3%
Poverty Rate
26 min
Avg. Commute
Top Employment Industries
How People Commute
Safety & Crime
2.8
Violent crimes / 1K
25
Property crimes / 1K
Crime index comparison
1 = safest, 10 = highest crime
Healthcare Access
2
Hospitals Nearby
3
Urgent Cares
1.3
Doctors / 1K
91.2%
Insured
Educational Attainment
Percentage of population aged 25+ by highest degree earned.
17.1:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
7,800
School-Age Population
Household Composition
1.61
Avg Household Size
19,987
Total Households
32.4%
Married w/ Kids
Language & Nativity
69%
English Only
22.3%
Foreign-Born
Languages spoken at home (population 5+)
Income Distribution
Percentage of households by annual income bracket.
Social & Connectivity
11.6%
With Disability
3.7%
Veterans
87%
Broadband Access
3.7%
No Internet
13.4%
SNAP Recipients
Top Schools
Lake Highlands High School
Public
Moss Haven Elementary
Public
Frequently Asked Questions
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