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About
Life in Haltom City
Haltom City is a solidly middle-class suburb where you're buying access to the DFW job market without being in the thick of it—your commute to most places averages 25 minutes, which is pretty reasonable for the region. Median home values sit around $218,800 and rents around $1,415 a month, making it somewhat affordable compared to closer-in Fort Worth neighborhoods, though cost of living is still moderate. The area is entirely urban and car-dependent—you'll need reliable transportation to get around, though you're well-connected by highway to Fort Worth, Dallas, and the airport.
Haltom City at a Glance
Population, income, housing and more
Median Age
35.7 yrs
Poverty Rate
15.1%
Foreign-Born
23.5%
Broadband Internet
91.5%
of households
Population Growth
-1.2%
recent change · Census Bureau
Median household income
Demographics23.5% foreign-born, most often from Mexico
Who lives in Haltom City: race and ethnicity, ages, households, languages and countries of origin
In Haltom City, the largest foreign-born group is from Mexico (51.1%), and 32.2% of residents speak Spanish at home.
Under 18
24.1%
of residents
65 and Older
12.3%
of residents
Households with Kids
31.1%
anyone under 18
Living Alone
30.5%
of households
Married Couples
38.6%
of households
Avg Household Size
2.58
people
Race & Ethnicity
Hispanic or Latino of any race; other groups are non-Hispanic
Top countries of origin (foreign-born)
Languages Spoken at Home
Cost of Livingrent about average for TX
Rent, home values, and income in Haltom City
In Haltom City, home values are 23% below the TX average.
Median rent (per month)
Median home value
Rent Burdened
55.3%
spending 30%+ of income on rent
Severely Rent Burdened
16.9%
spending 50%+
Cost of Living Index
103.1
metro area (BEA) · US avg = 100
Median Property Tax
$3,058
per year, owner-occupied homes
Homeowners
50.7%
of occupied homes are owned
Typical Home Built
1978
median year built
Vacant Homes
6.6%
of housing units
Home Value Trend
Latest: $238,399 (September 2026)
Jobs & Economyunemployment 0.4 pts below TX average
Unemployment in Haltom City and typical pay across the metro area
Unemployment in Haltom City is 0.4 percentage points lower than the TX average.
Unemployment rate
City-level rate · BLS annual average
Unemployment Rate — 10 Year Trend
City-level (BLS) · Annual averages
What Haltom City Residents Do for Work · share of employed residents by industry
City residents, wherever they work
Median Salary by Occupation · metro area
Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington, TX metro area
Commute25.1 min avg
How Haltom City residents get to work, and the nearest airports
In Haltom City, most residents drive alone to work (77%), and 66% get there in under 30 minutes.
How People Get to Work
Commute Time Distribution
Nearest airports · with airline service
- 15 mi
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Major hub41.3M passengers boarded in 2025
Straight-line distance. Size is the FAA’s hub category, based on passenger traffic: regional airports may have only a few flights a day.
Safetyviolent crime 9% above national average
Crime rates for 2025
Violent crime in Haltom City runs 9% above the national average.
Violent Crime Rate
358.6
per 100,000 residents
Above average (329 national, 2025)
Property Crime Rate
2,337.5
per 100,000 residents
Above average (1,552 national, 2025)
Haltom City Police Department
Natural DisastersHail most common — 39 events in 2025
Natural hazard risk, storms and earthquakes
FEMA National Risk Index
Relatively High
99.1 / 100
Compares expected losses from natural hazards, social vulnerability and community resilience against every US county (higher = more risk).
Tarrant County, county-wide · FEMA NRI December 2025
In Tarrant County, which includes Haltom City, the most common type is hail, with 39 recorded events in 2025.
Most common events:
Storm events by year
| Year | Events | Top Type | Property Damage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 39 | Hail | $10.7M |
| 2024 | 39 | Hail | $4.7M |
| 2023 | 38 | Hail | $4.5M |
| 2022 | 39 | Drought | $497,500 |
| 2021 | 27 | Hail | $829.4M |
| 2020 | 31 | Hail | $497,000 |
| 2019 | 41 | Thunderstorm Wind | $1.0M |
| 2018 | 19 | Hail | $181,000 |
Property damage is the National Weather Service's estimate filed with each event. “None reported” means the events were logged with $0 damage; “Not estimated” means no estimate was filed. Storms covering several counties aren't counted here, since NOAA doesn't split their damage by county.
0 earthquakes of magnitude 2.5+ within 100 miles in the past year
Tarrant County, county-wide
Haltom City is about 2% of Tarrant County’s population, so county-wide figures may differ from local conditions.
Air Quality56 median AQI — Moderate
Days by air quality category (2025)
Air quality in Tarrant County, which includes Haltom City, is typically moderate — acceptable for most people, but can affect those unusually sensitive to air pollution.
Median AQI
56
Good Days
116
per year
Moderate Days
219
per year
Unhealthy Days
2
per year
Tarrant County, county-wide
Haltom City is about 2% of Tarrant County’s population, so county-wide figures may differ from local conditions.
Climate93°F summers, 37°F winters
30-year climate averages (1991–2020) — monthly temperatures and precipitation
Haltom City has hot summers (avg high 93°F) and mild winters (avg low 37°F).
Spring (Mar–May)
75°/55°F
avg high / low
Summer (Jun–Aug)
93°/74°F
avg high / low
Fall (Sep–Nov)
76°/56°F
avg high / low
Winter (Dec–Feb)
57°/37°F
avg high / low
Annual Precipitation
38.0"
Annual Snowfall
2.0"
Hot Days/Year
97
days above 90°F
Freeze Days/Year
32
days below 32°F
Rainy Days/Year
81
Average month
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| Month | High | Low | Precip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 56°F | 36°F | 2.17" |
| Feb | 59°F | 39°F | 2.56" |
| Mar | 67°F | 47°F | 3.25" |
| Apr | 75°F | 54°F | 3.25" |
| May | 82°F | 64°F | 4.33" |
| Jun | 90°F | 71°F | 4.33" |
| Jul | 94°F | 75°F | 2.78" |
| Aug | 94°F | 75°F | 2.55" |
| Sep | 87°F | 68°F | 2.70" |
| Oct | 77°F | 56°F | 4.60" |
| Nov | 65°F | 45°F | 2.58" |
| Dec | 57°F | 37°F | 2.88" |
Healthcare
Hospitals, ratings, and health insurance in Haltom City
Uninsured
25.4%
of residents
No hospitals inside Haltom City's limits — nearest hospitals · within 15 miles
Medical City North Hills
Acute Care Hospitals · ER available · 3.5 mi away · North Richland Hills
Saint Camillus Medical Center
Acute Care Hospitals · ER available · 5 mi away · Hurst
Medical City Alliance
Acute Care Hospitals · ER available · 6.1 mi away · Fort Worth
Adult Health · vs. the typical US place
Share of adults. Modeled estimates, not counted cases. “US” = the typical US place.
Medicare-certified hospitals only. Doesn’t include clinics, urgent care, or freestanding ERs.
Education15.3:1 student/teacher ratio
Schools and degree attainment in Haltom City
Haltom City's student/teacher ratio is 15.3:1 (lower than the national average of 16:1), and 12.7% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
Public Schools
13
within city limits
Private Schools
1
within city limits
College Degree Rate
12.7%
adults 25+ with bachelor's or higher
Student/Teacher Ratio
15.3:1
National avg 16:1
Schools located within city limits (2023) — school-level metrics change slowly year to year
Colleges Near Haltom City (within 15 miles)
Tarrant County College District
5.7 mi awayPublic · 2-year · 42,300 students · in-state tuition $1,998 · 25% graduate · median earnings $45,883 (10 yrs after entry)
The University of Texas at Arlington
11 mi awayPublic · 4-year · 32,294 students · in-state tuition $11,950 · 58% graduate · median earnings $72,508 (10 yrs after entry)
Private nonprofit · 4-year · 11,026 students · in-state tuition $63,590 · 82% graduate · median earnings $77,334 (10 yrs after entry)
Private nonprofit · 4-year · 1,741 students · in-state tuition $40,844 · 42% graduate · median earnings $56,582 (10 yrs after entry)
Private nonprofit · 4-year · 284 students · in-state tuition $20,640 · 30% graduate · median earnings $46,558 (10 yrs after entry)
Private nonprofit · 4-year · 251 students · in-state tuition $13,780 · 23% graduate · median earnings $47,308 (10 yrs after entry)
Degree-granting colleges with 100+ students, placed by campus location (main campuses only — branch campuses are reported under their parent school)
Parks & Recreationclosest: Waco Mammoth National Monument, 84 mi
Nearby national parks, recreation areas and public libraries for Haltom City
Haltom City has 1 nearby national park or recreation area, closest being Waco Mammoth National Monument (84 mi away).
Nearby National Parks & Recreation Areas
Waco Mammoth National Monument
National Monument
84 mi awayPublic Libraries in Haltom City
Haltom City Public Library
4809 Haltom Rd, Haltom City
Cities Near Haltom City
The closest cities within 60 miles
Planning a move to Haltom City?
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Haltom City FAQ
Is Haltom City, Texas affordable?⌄
Haltom City's median rent is $1,415/month, which is close to the national average. The median household income is $59,057/year. Median home value is $218,800.
Is Haltom City, Texas safe?⌄
Haltom City's violent crime rate was 359 per 100,000 residents in 2025, which is close to the national average of 329/100k that year. Property crime rate is 2338 per 100,000. As with any city, crime rates vary by neighborhood.
What is the job market like in Haltom City, Texas?⌄
Haltom City has an unemployment rate of 3.8%, which is close to the national average of 4.3%.
What is the cost of living in Haltom City, Texas?⌄
The cost of living in Haltom City is primarily driven by housing. Median rent is $1,415/month and median household income is $59,057/year. The median home value is $218,800. About 55% of renters spend more than 30% of their income on housing.
How is the commute in Haltom City, Texas?⌄
The average commute in Haltom City is 25 minutes, which is about average compared to the national average of 26 minutes.
Data from the US Census Bureau, BLS, FBI, NOAA, EPA, Zillow Research and other public sources. Where our data comes from