Cedar Hill 74 Excellent
Cedar Hill Livability #181 ranked city in Texas#4,511 ranked city in the USARanks better than 84% of areas

Pros and Cons of Living in Cedar Hill

PROS
  • Cost Of Living

    The overall cost of living in this area is much lower than average. This includes everyday goods and services, as well as housing, utilities and health care.

  • Crime

    With a lower than average crime rate per 100,000 people, this area could be considered a very safe place to live. Crime rates are based on both violent and property crimes.

  • Employment

    The combination of higher than average median home income, income per capita and low unemployment rates results in a score that is well above average in the employment category.

  • Housing

    This area has received high scores in the housing category. This could be due to a positive home affordability ratio, high appreciation rates or elevated home values.

  • Ratings

    Local residents have positive things to say about the proximity of restaurants, grocery stores, parks, public transit, friendliness of neighbors, sense of community and overall safety of the area.

CONS
  • Amenities

    A majority of amenities are not ideally situated within a reasonable walking distance, which may lead residents to rely on a vehicle or public transportation.

  • Commute

    Public transportation is not readily available in this area and the average commute time to work could also be longer than the national average.

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What's it like Living in Cedar Hill?

Cedar Hill, Texas is a moderately-sized city with a population of 48,337 inhabitants. Cedar Hill is mostly populated by White (33%) and Black or African American (54%) ethnic groups. Something to be aware of when living in Cedar Hill are the above average commute times. If you're looking for a short commute to work, this might not be the right area for you. With one way commute time of 31 minutes, this comes in much higher than the national average of 26 minutes.

Without the right tools, relocating to any new city can be very stressful and challenging. Living in Cedar Hill, Texas could be a fulfilling experience for anyone who puts in the effort to do the research required. When searching for a new neighborhood, several key items should be considered. Safety is paramount, ensuring a secure environment for you and your family. Proximity to workplaces or schools reduces commuting time and enhances convenience. Access to amenities like parks, grocery stores and healthcare facilities contributes to a comfortable lifestyle. Reliable public transportation options promote easy mobility. A strong sense of community fosters social connections and a welcoming atmosphere. To help you find the best places to live in and around Cedar Hill, AreaVibes has created a livability score using key metrics like amenities, crime, cost of living, health & safety, education and more.

Using data and statistics Cedar Hill has received a livability score of 73 out of 100. This score is ranked in the 85th percentile when compared to all other cities. If we consider each of the categories individually, we see that Cedar Hill ranks well for crime (B+), cost of living (A-), employment (B+) and housing (A+). On a less positive note, Cedar Hill does not have favorable grades for the following: amenities (F). If we take a look at the data, we can find out why.

Feeling a sense of safety in the area that you live in is a must for most people. Low crime rates can have a positive impact on things like home prices, home appreciation rates and can help foster positive community dynamics and social cohesion. Cedar Hill has a violent crime rate of 167 crimes per 100,000 residents which is far lower than the national average.

A healthy real estate market serves as a key economic indicator. It could signify overall local economic strength, stability and reflects consumer confidence in the area. Based on multiple factors including: median home and rental prices, appreciation rates and home affordability, Cedar Hill has received high marks in the housing category. Based on these calculations, the apartment rental and real estate market appears to be very healthy.

Assuming that Cedar Hill meets all of your requirements like low crime rates, good schools and great local amenities, the next most important item to examine is the affordability of real estate in Cedar Hill. Everything else becomes a lot less important if it turns out that home prices in Cedar Hill are simply unattainable. The median home price for Cedar Hill homes is $189,700, which is 32.9% higher than the Texas average. If we take a closer look at the affordability of homes in Cedar Hill, we’ll see that the home price to income ratio is 2.5, which is 3.8% lower than the Texas average.

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      Cedar Hill transportation information

      Statistic Cedar Hill Texas National
      Average one way commute31min26min26min
      Workers who drive to work82.5%80.3%76.4%
      Workers who carpool7.5%10.6%9.3%
      Workers who take public transit1.1%1.5%5.1%
      Workers who bicycle0.0%0.3%0.6%
      Workers who walk0.6%1.6%2.8%
      Working from home7.9%4.3%4.6%
      Source: The Cedar Hill, TX data and statistics displayed above are derived from the United States Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS).