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Southlake, TX

Southlake, TX

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Demographics

Predominantly WhiteSimpson's Diversity Index: 50
Population31,044
Foreign Born5.2%
Population Density1,422people per mi²
Median Age42.6 yrs
Demographics Trajectory
ChangingSince 2010, this city has seen significant changes in racial and ethnic composition in a short time.
Current Race / Ethnicity Breakdown
Population Trends

Quality of Life

Overall Quality Of Life
B+
Good

Above-average quality of iife. The area offers a reasonable cost of living, decent mobility, and a mix of neighborhood amenities.

Quality of Life blends cost of living, nearby amenities, socioeconomic signals, and neighborhood character. City-level scores represent the whole municipality; individual neighborhoods can differ.

Cost of Living

316/100

216% above national average

F

The Real Cost of Living in Southlake, Texas

TierIndividualFamily (4)
Survival $56k$105k
Comfortable $186k$273k
Luxury $452k+$700k+
Elite (Top 5%) $617k+$956k+
Affordability Ratio

91%

The Hood Index™

A metric tracking the socioeconomic signals of the area.

A+
Hood Index scan area
Luxury Lean98%
RisksNeutralGrowth
Premium
40
Positive
34
Poor
0
Negative
4

Groceries

10 within 10 miles

0.1mi

Gas

20 within 10 miles

0.7mi

Hospital

3 within 20 miles

19.1mi

Airport

DFW — Dallas Fort Worth International

6.5mi

Post Office

USPS — Southlake, TX

0.2mi

Critical Amenities

Golf4Nearest 1.2 mi
Camping20Nearest 3.6 mi
Marina9Nearest 3 mi
Winery0 
Ice Rink2Nearest 8.4 mi
Gun Range8Nearest 3.6 mi

Affluence Level

Overall Affluence Grade
A
Great

A wealthy area with high-earning, well-educated households. Incomes, home values, and educational attainment meaningfully outpace national averages.

Median HHI
>$250k
233% above US avg

Census doesn't track above $250K

Est. Avg Net Worth
$1.6M
150% above US avg
College Educated
74.7%
113% above US avg
WFH
29.9%
109% above US avg
Homeownership
95.5%
46% above US avg
Median Home
$958k
240% above US avg

Crime

Overall Crime Grade
A+
Very Safe

Lower crime rates than 92% of comparable U.S. locations.

Crime Rate
6.9
Incidents per 1,000 residents
5yr Trend
+38.8%
Overall crime change since 2020

Violent Crime

5yr+108.5%
Homicide
0.00 / 1k Residents100% below state avg
Robbery
0.10 / 1k Residents82% below state avg
Aggravated Assault
0.25 / 1k Residents89% below state avg

Property Crime

5yr−30.9%
Burglary
0.41 / 1k Residents83% below state avg
Larceny-Theft
5.80 / 1k Residents55% below state avg
Motor Vehicle Theft
0.25 / 1k Residents90% below state avg
Source: FBI Crime Data · 2025

Political Climate

Cook PVI: R+7Leans Conservative

District shown is the primary district for this city’s centroid. Cities may span multiple districts.

Presidential Voting Trends for Southlake, Texas
Dem Rep
30%40%50%60%70%2000200420082012201620202024

Personal Sovereignty

Personal Sovereignty measures your capacity for self-reliance and independence with minimal government friction. Higher scores mean fewer barriers between you and the way you want to live... but it assumes you have the space you need and good neighbors.

Overall Sovereignty Grade
A-
High Autonomy

Strong independent fundamentals that actively favor personal liberty and low regulation.

State Policy

Tax Burden
B
Fair8.6% of income
Property Rights
C+
FairIJ Grade C+
Firearm Rights
A
GreatFPC Grade A
Homeschooling
A+
GreatNo notice required

Energy independence: Net exporter (220% of energy produced in-state)

Personal Liberty

Raw Milk
A-
OpenFarm sales legal
Gambling Laws
D+
RestrictedTribal · Poker · Betting
Marijuana Laws
C+
LimitedMedical only

Homesteading

Hardiness Zone8B~18°F min
Growing Season271 days341 frost-free
Annual Rainfall50.6"
Elevation666 ft

Strategic Assessment

Strategic Assessment grades tactical survivability using Joel Skousen's Strategic Relocation framework. Major population centers, blast zones, natural disasters, and border exposure all drive risk — lower exposure means a more defensible position in a crisis.

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Overall Strategic Grade
D+
Vulnerable

Multiple tactical vulnerabilities. Population density, target proximity, or disaster risk are likely compounding. A retreat property and exit planning is required.

Strategic Pillars

City Proximity
F
Poor23 mi to nearest major city
Pop. Density
C-
Weak1,422/sq mi
Fallout Danger
C
Weak19 within ~30 mi
Natural Disaster
F
PoorInland Flooding, Tornado, Hail, Heat Wave, Cold Wave
Border / Coast
A+
Greatborder 329 mi · coast 255 mi
FEMA Expected Loss$608.1M/yrfor the county

Key Distances

Nearest Major CityArlington394k people are 14 mi away
Nearest Major AirportDFW6.5 mi away
Distance to State Capital188 miAustin, TX
Nearest Prison17 mi3 within 25 mi

* Values derived from national, state, county, city and local statistics and may differ in a specific area. Last updated: 2026-04-20T14:03:28.000Z

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