Study: 4 Texas cities have highest safety ratings in U.S. (2024)

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Study: 4 Texas cities have highest safety ratings in U.S.? ›

In fact, four out of the top five safest cities in the U.S. are in Texas. According to SmartAsset, “All four have violent crime rates lower than 90% of the cities across the study.”

Frisco, Texas, was ranked as the safest city in the nation for a second year in a row, according to a new report from SmartAsset. The city, located north of Dallas, was joined by McKinney and McAllen, Texas, which ranked second and third overall, respectively.

2, Plano at No. 5 safest city in the nation, according to SmartAsset. For a second year in a row, Frisco ranks No. 1 safest city in America, according to data from SmartAsset, a financial technology company.

WalletHub, a personal finance website, released its study on 2023's Most Overweight and Obese Cities in the U.S. McAllen was ranked as the fattest city in the US in the study. Researchers looked at 19 key metrics in 100 of the nation's most populous metro areas, from physical activity to obesity to healthy eating.

1. Austin, Texas. Austin is an amazing city to live in — if what it offers is what you're looking for.

Where is the healthiest place to live in Texas? ›

According to their list, one of the healthiest cities in Texas is Austin, which ranked #14. Among the unhealthiest cities, Brownsville comes in at #182. Houston was 94, San Antonio 99, Laredo 174, and Corpus Christi 173.

Austin has the best retirement homes in Texas and the most high-quality hospitals per 100,000 residents, so you'll have access to great health care with little worry about capacity. Home values are high in Austin after years of steep growth, but utility costs are relatively low, and you get a lot for your money.

The city with the lowest overall risk is Laredo. For heat, El Paso has the lowest risk and San Antonio has the highest risk. For precipitation, El Paso has the lowest risk and Houston has the highest risk.

The Centers for Disease Control says that the firearm death rate in California in 2020, the latest data available, was 8.5 per 100,000 people. In Texas the rate was 14.2. WalletHub ranked California last year the nation's 27th safest state. Texas is 47th.

According to SmartAsset, “All four have violent crime rates lower than 90% of the cities across the study.” Located in the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex, Frisco has placed at the top for safety its second consecutive year.

Frisco is a popular destination for new Texans because of its low property tax rate. The city has one of the lowest property tax rates in Texas among towns with a population of 50,000 or more, at $0.4466 per year. Frisco's combined sales tax rate of 8.38% comes from the state, county, and city levels of government.

1. West Virginia. West Virginia tops our list as the least healthy state. It has the highest prevalence of illness and death from chronic diseases.

But compared to other 50 states, Texas ranked 50th for access to health care, 45th for nutrition, physical activity and obesity and 39th for oral health. The state also has the most uninsured children in the U.S. and is third to last for the percentage of children with very good health.

'What really stands out is how little progress Texas has made in the last five years,' says a Commonwealth Fund scientist. In many ways, Texas is an unhealthy state, and that was true before the pandemic. It ranks dead last in health insurance coverage, for children as well as adults.

Where do the rich live in Texas? ›

Southlake has been named the richest city in Texas for 2023 in a recent study.

The city with the BEST WEATHER in Texas is Fort Worth.

1. Odessa. Odessa makes it to the top of the list as 'the most dangerous city in Texas,' with a significantly higher crime rate than the national average. Known for its oil production and cowboy culture (yeehaw,) Odessa also struggles with widespread poverty, which often leads to criminal activity.

Property crime is at 43 in Houston and 36.5 in Dallas, compared to the 35 national average. So, we can conclude that both cities are a bit less safe than others in the US due to the higher property crime rates. That said, Dallas is still slightly safer than Houston.

1. Fredericksburg, TX. Fredericksburg is one of the best small towns in Texas. It's known for its strong German influence, delicious peaches, and outstanding local wineries — which makes sense since it's located in the heart of Texas wine country.

Houston, Texas

Perhaps those factors led to its high ranking on the Milken index for job growth. The Houston city area also scored high on Policom's index for economic strength that looks at consistent economic growth over time.

SAN ANTONIO – San Antonio was recently ranked as the No. 1 city in Texas with the most green space. A report from Lawn Love ranked nearly 100 of the biggest cities in the U.S. to determine which area had the highest amount of green space.

El Paso. El Paso is often ranked as the cheapest place to retire in Texas, but it also gets high marks for the overall happiness rating of its residence. You'll get access to high-quality healthcare, recreation, and cultural attractions.

If you're seeking a peaceful haven to call home, look no further than Plano, Texas. Nestled in the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex, this charming suburb has been hailed as one of the most serene cities in the entire country.

Where is the most affordable place to live in Texas? ›

Cedar Park. According to the study, Cedar Park was considered the most affordable place to live in the south, and in the United States as a whole, ranking at No. 1. “It has excellent wages, with a median income 22.2% higher than the U.S. median income.