Paloma Creek South, TX — City Data, Demographics & Statistics
Denton County · Texas
City DNA
A unique fingerprint for Paloma Creek South based on 8 key metrics — compared to averages.
Quick Stats
Population
8,797
2023 ACS
Median Income
$137,585
2023
Median Home Value
$342,800
2023
Median Rent
$2,366
2023
Median Age
34.4
Unemployment
3.7%
Cost of Living Index
202.7
100 = national avg
Paloma Creek South is a city in Denton County, Texas, with a population of 8,797 according to the 2023 American Community Survey. Paloma Creek South is one of the communities in Texas.
The median household income in Paloma Creek South is $137,585, and the median home value is $342,800. The cost of living index is 202.7 (where 100 = national average), and the median rent is $2,366 per month. The unemployment rate is 3.7%, and the median age is 34.4 years.
People & Demographics
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Population
Total Population
8,797
Male
4,342
49.4%
Female
4,455
50.6%
Median Age
34.4
Education & Household
Bachelor's or Higher
30.3%
High School or Higher
41.5%
Foreign Born
9.2%
Veterans
4.0%
Married
49.4%
Avg Household Size
3.1
Marital Status by Age
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
0.651
Simpson's Index (0-1)
Largest Group
White
38.4%
Foreign Born
9.2%
Hispanic/Latino Ethnicity
Hispanic/Latino is an ethnicity, not a race. People of any race can identify as Hispanic. This percentage overlaps with the racial categories above.
Hispanic/Latino
15.0%
1,320 people
Not Hispanic/Latino
85.0%
Hispanic/Latino Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Asian Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Languages Spoken
Total Speakers (5+)
7,961
English Only
83.7%
#1 Non-English Language
Spanish
751 speakers
Limited English
5.9%
Language Distribution
English Proficiency
Speaks English Very Well
94.1%
Limited English Proficiency
5.9%
Veterans & Military
Total Veterans
353
4.0% of population
Disability Rate
46.5%
164 with disability
Veteran Median Income
$71,820
Period of Service
Veteran Age Distribution
Male Veterans
269
76.2%
Female Veterans
84
23.8%
Veteran vs Non-Veteran Income
Veteran Income
$71,820
Non-Veteran Income
$64,036
Difference
$7,784
12.2% higher
Disability Status
With Disability
164
Without Disability
189
Disability Rate
46.5%
Ancestry & Heritage
Total Reporting Ancestry
5,311
#1 Ancestry
Irish
11.5% (1,008)
#2 Ancestry
German
11.2% (985)
#3 Ancestry
English
10.8% (953)
Top 18 Ancestries
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Families & Households
Total Households
2,844
Family Households
2,214
77.8%
Married Couples
2,004
70.5%
Non-Family Households
630
22.2%
Single Mother Households
143
5.0%
Single Father Households
67
2.4%
Living Alone
486
17.1%
Children Under 18
Total Children
2,402
In Married Couple
2,269
94.5%
With Single Mother
75
3.1%
With Single Father
58
2.4%
Family Income
Median Family Income
$139,814
Married Couple Income
$145,278
Single Mother Income
$105,855
Single Father Income
$161,393
Avg Family Size
3.1
Avg Non-Family Size
2.8
Grandparents w/ Grandchildren
428
Grandparents Responsible
0
Economy
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Income Overview
Median Household Income
$137,585
+88% vs national
Per Capita Income
$45,381
+22% vs national
Poverty Rate
1.8%
-87% vs national
Gini Index
0.3163
0 = perfect equality
Unemployment
3.7%
-28% vs national
SNAP Recipients
1.5%
of households
How Paloma Creek South Compares
Paloma Creek South vs Similar Cities
Compared to cities with under 10,000 residents. Paloma Creek South is highlighted.
Median Household Income
Paloma Creek South, TX has a median household income of $137,585, making it the 1,751st highest median household income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Paloma Creek South has a higher median household income than 94% of all the cities we measured.
Per Capita Income
Paloma Creek South, TX has a per capita income of $45,381, making it the 6,003rd highest per capita income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Paloma Creek South has a higher per capita income than 79% of all the cities we measured.
Poverty Rate
Paloma Creek South, TX has a poverty rate of 1.8%, making it the 27,749th highest poverty rate out of 31,262 cities in our database. This means that Paloma Creek South has a higher poverty rate than 11% of all the cities we measured.
Unemployment Rate
Paloma Creek South, TX has a unemployment rate of 3.7%, making it the 15,354th highest unemployment rate out of 31,012 cities in our database. This means that Paloma Creek South has a higher unemployment rate than 50% of all the cities we measured.
Where Do You Stack Up?
Enter your household income to see how you compare to other households in Paloma Creek South. The median household income here is $137,585.
Income Distribution
Employment Snapshot
Unemployment Rate
3.7%
-27% vs TX avg
Labor Force
5,207
Employed
4,994
How People Get to Work
Employment by Sector
Education & Workforce
Bachelor's Degree+
30.3%
of adults 25+
High School Diploma+
41.5%
of adults 25+
Median Age
34.4
Work from Home
29.8%
of workers
Top Occupations & Wages
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS (2024)
Data represents the Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington, TX metro area
Highest-Paying Job
Software Developers
Top Median Wage
$131.5K
per year
Occupations Tracked
20
Cost of Living
Overall Index
202.7
100 = national avg
+102.7 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$89,166
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$210,757
per year
Cost Index by Category
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD
1 Bedroom
$1,648
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,931
per month
The median household income in Paloma Creek South, TX is $137,585, which is 87.9% above the national average of $73,224. Per capita income is $45,381. The poverty rate of 1.8% is lower than the TX state average of 14.9%. The Gini index of income inequality is 0.3163, where 0 represents perfect equality and 1 represents maximum inequality. The unemployment rate is 3.7%, compared to the state average of 5.1%. The labor force is 5,207. 30.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. About 59.5% of workers drive alone to work. The overall cost of living index is 202.7, which is 102.7% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 244.8. A single adult needs to earn approximately $89,166 per year to cover basic expenses.
Housing & Real Estate
Market SnapshotRedfin — January 2026
Median Sale Price
$355,000
Median List Price
$339,990
Price Per Sq Ft
$130
Days on Market
163
Active Inventory
54
Months of Supply
7.7
Buyer's market
Market CompetitivenessRedfin
Sold Above List
14.3%
Off Market in 2 Weeks
9.1%
Sale-to-List Ratio
98.4%
Buyer's market
Price TrendsRedfin
Market ActivityRedfin
Homes Sold
7
New Listings
13
Pending Sales
11
Price Per Square FootRedfin
Median Sale $/SF
$130
Median List $/SF
$171
Paloma Creek South vs Similar CitiesCensus ACS / Redfin
Compared to cities with under 10,000 residents. Paloma Creek South is highlighted.
Median Home Value
Paloma Creek South, TX has a median home value of $342,800, making it the 5,851st highest median home value out of 27,993 cities in our database. This means that Paloma Creek South has a higher median home value than 79% of all the cities we measured.
Median Rent
Paloma Creek South, TX has a median rent of $2,366, making it the 810th highest median rent out of 22,337 cities in our database. This means that Paloma Creek South has a higher median rent than 96% of all the cities we measured.
Median Price Per Sq Ft
Paloma Creek South, TX has a price per square foot of $130, making it the 14,555th highest price per square foot out of 20,748 cities in our database. This means that Paloma Creek South has a higher price per square foot than 30% of all the cities we measured.
Rent Burden
Paloma Creek South, TX has a rent burden of 20.6%, making it the 7,917th highest rent burden out of 21,928 cities in our database. This means that Paloma Creek South has a higher rent burden than 64% of all the cities we measured.
Census Housing DataU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Home Value
$342,800
Median Rent
$2,366
Total Housing Units
2,944
Vacancy Rate
3.4%
Owner Occupied
83.2%
Renter Occupied
16.8%
Median Property Tax
$7,334
per year
Monthly Cost (w/ Mortgage)
$2,222
Housing Types
Property TaxU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Property Tax
$7,334
per year
Effective Tax Rate
2.14%
of home value
Median Home Value
$342,800
Estimated Mean Tax
$7,246
The effective property tax rate is calculated by dividing the median annual property tax ($7,334) by the median home value ($342,800). In Paloma Creek South, TX, this works out to an effective rate of 2.14%. This is above the national average of approximately 1.1%.
The current median sale price in Paloma Creek South, TX is $355,000 according to Redfin data. Homes spend a median of 163 days on the market. 14.3% of homes sold above asking price. The market has 7.7 months of supply. The median price per square foot is $130. The median rent is $2,366 per month (Census ACS). About 83.2% of housing units are owner-occupied. The median year homes were built is 2011. There are 2,944 total housing units. Homeowners pay a median annual property tax of $7,334. The effective tax rate is 2.14%, above the national average.
Crime data is not yet available for Paloma Creek South. The FBI UCR/NIBRS program does not cover all jurisdictions.
Natural Hazard Risk
Source: FEMA National Risk IndexRisk Score
96.9
Relatively High
Expected Annual Loss
98.3
Score (0-100)
Social Vulnerability
10.6
Score (0-100)
Community Resilience
37.2
Score (0-100)
Scores range from 0 (lowest risk) to 100 (highest risk) relative to all U.S. communities. Data from FEMA National Risk Index.
Disaster History & Federal Spending
Source: FEMATotal Declarations
24
Public Assistance
$11.1M
Individual Assistance
$3.3M
Most Common Type
Severe Storm
6 declarations
Public Assistance by Category
| Disaster | Type | Date | PA $ | IA $ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Severe Storms, Straight-line Winds, Torn… → | Flood | May 2024 | — | $960K |
| Severe Winter Storms → | Severe Ice Storm | Feb 2021 | $685K | $1.2M |
| Severe Winter Storm → | Severe Ice Storm | Feb 2021 | — | — |
| Covid-19 Pandemic → | Biological | Mar 2020 | $5.1M | $823K |
| Covid-19 → | Biological | Mar 2020 | — | — |
| Severe Storms, Tornadoes, Straight-line … → | Severe Storm | May 2015 | $4.9M | $136K |
| Hurricane Ike → | Hurricane | Sep 2008 | — | — |
| Hurricane Gustav → | Hurricane | Aug 2008 | — | — |
| Wildfires → | Fire | Mar 2008 | — | — |
| Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding → | Severe Storm | Jun 2007 | $452K | $55K |
| Severe Storms and Tornadoes → | Severe Storm | May 2007 | — | $120K |
| North Trinity Fire → | Fire | Jun 2006 | — | — |
| Extreme Wildfire Threat → | Fire | Jan 2006 | — | — |
| Hurricane Rita → | Hurricane | Sep 2005 | $5K | — |
| Hurricane Rita → | Hurricane | Sep 2005 | — | — |
| Hurricane Katrina Evacuation → | Hurricane | Sep 2005 | — | — |
| Loss of the Space Shuttle Columbia → | Other | Feb 2003 | — | — |
| Extreme Fire Hazards → | Fire | Sep 1999 | — | — |
| Tropical Storm Charley → | Severe Storm | Aug 1998 | — | — |
| Extreme Fire Hazard → | Fire | Feb 1996 | — | — |
Showing 20 of 27 disasters
PA = FEMA Public Assistance (infrastructure recovery). IA = Individual Assistance (homeowner/renter aid).
Flood Insurance (NFIP)
Source: FEMA NFIPTotal Claims
556
Total Claims Paid
$10,460,094
Avg Claim Payout
$18,813
County-level NFIP data from FEMA National Flood Insurance Program.
Hazard Mitigation
Source: FEMA Hazard Mitigation AssistanceMitigation Projects
10
Federal Funding
$5,856,843
Properties Protected
38
Avg Benefit-Cost Ratio
0.92
BCR
Top Mitigation Project Types
| Project Type | Projects | Federal $ |
|---|---|---|
| 200.1: Acquisition of Private Real Property (Structures and Land) - Riverine | 3 | $1,240,020 |
| 91.1: Local Multihazard Mitigation Plan | 2 | $102,359 |
| 600.1: Warning Systems (as a Component of a Planned, Adopted, and Exercised Risk Reduction Plan) | 2 | $64,766 |
| 206.2: Safe Room (Tornado and Severe Wind Shelter) - Public Structures | 1 | $1,516,864 |
| FMA Plan | 1 | $25,200 |
Federally funded projects to reduce future disaster risk. Only includes completed or obligated projects.
Paloma Creek South has a relatively high overall natural hazard risk rating according to FEMA's National Risk Index. The top hazard risks are tornado, hail, heat wave. The area has had 24 federal disaster declarations. The most common disaster type is severe storm (6 declarations). 556 flood insurance claims have been filed in the area. FEMA has obligated $11,116,711 in public assistance recovery funding. $3,295,931 has been distributed in individual assistance to disaster-affected residents. 10 hazard mitigation projects have been funded to reduce future risk.
Health
Community Health
Source: CDC PLACES
Obesity Rate
36.6%
0.5pp above the national average
Depression Rate
21.6%
1.9pp below the national average
Diabetes Rate
8.4%
3.5pp below the national average
Uninsured Rate
10.3%
near the national average
Health Scorecard
Higher scores indicate better health outcomes relative to the national average (50 = average)
Health Outcomes
Age-adjusted prevalence rates. Green bars indicate rates below the national average; red indicates above.
High Cholesterol
31.5%
Arthritis
18.1%
Cancer (excl. skin)
4.8%
Teeth Lost (65+)
6.9%
Health Risk Behaviors
Prevention & Screening
Green bars indicate rates above the national average (more preventive care); red indicates below.
Mental Health & Wellbeing
Frequent Mental Distress
17.3%
14+ days in past month
Depression
21.6%
Loneliness
—
Lack of Support
—
Disability Prevalence
Any Disability
23.1%
Mobility
8.8%
Cognitive
12.3%
Hearing
3.6%
Vision
3.4%
Self-Care
2.5%
Independent Living
6.0%
Paloma Creek South has an obesity rate of 36.6%, which is 0.5pp above the national average. The depression rate is 21.6%, 1.9pp below the national average. About 10.3% of adults lack health insurance. 73.7% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year.
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital Compare
Nearest Hospitals
5
With Emergency Services
4
Avg CMS Rating
4.5 / 5
Nearest Hospital
5.4 mi
Texas Health Hospital Frisco
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Texas Health Hospital Frisco | 5.4 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | Yes |
| Baylor Emergency Medical Center At Aubrey | 5.5 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | — | Yes |
| The Heart Hospital Baylor Denton | 7.1 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 5/5 | Yes |
| Mayhill Hospital | 7.1 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | — | — |
| Cook Childrens Medical Center Prosper | 7.3 mi | Childrens | — | Yes |
Infrastructure
Commute Overview2023 ACS
Drive Alone
59.5%
-24% vs national
Work From Home
29.8%
+220% vs national
Carpool
9.0%
Walk
1.4%
How Paloma Creek South's Commute ComparesCensus ACS 2023
How People Get to WorkCensus ACS 2023
Commute Mode BreakdownCensus ACS 2023
Commute data for Paloma Creek South, TX covers travel times and transportation modes. 59.5% of workers drive alone, compared to the national average of 78.7%. 29.8% work from home, which is above the TX state average of 7.8%. 9.0% of workers carpool. 1.4% walk to work.
Internet & Broadband Access
Source: Census ACSBroadband Access
98.1%
of households
Cable / Fiber / DSL
96.9%
of households
No Internet
0.8%
of households
Total Households
2,844
Internet Subscription Types
Device Ownership
Source: Census ACSHas Computer
100.0%
of households
Smartphone
98.0%
of households
Desktop / Laptop
93.4%
of households
Tablet
90.7%
of households
Percentage of households with each device type. Data from the U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023 5-year estimates, tables B28001 & B28002).
Electricity Rates
Source: U.S. Energy Information Administration (2024)Residential Rate
14.9¢
per kWh
-22% vs Under 10,000 avg
Commercial Rate
8.6¢
per kWh
-45% vs Under 10,000 avg
Industrial Rate
6.1¢
per kWh
-48% vs Under 10,000 avg
Avg Monthly Bill
$164
residential
+12% vs Under 10,000 avg
12% below the national average of 17.1¢/kWh
Residential electricity in Texas averages 14.9¢ per kWh, compared to the national average of 17.1¢. The average monthly electric bill is $164. State-level averages from EIA Electric Sales & Revenue data (2024).
Paloma Creek South vs Similar Cities
Source: EIA (2024)Comparing electricity rates with randomly selected cities of similar population (Under 10,000). Each city represents its state's average rate.
Residential Rate (¢/kWh)
Commercial Rate (¢/kWh)
Industrial Rate (¢/kWh)
Average Monthly Bill
98.1% of households in Paloma Creek South have broadband internet access. 96.9% have cable, fiber, or DSL service. 0.8% of households have no internet access.
Politics & Government
County-level data: Election results are reported at the county level. Paloma Creek South is located in Denton County, TX. Results reflect all voters in the county, not just those in Paloma Creek South.
Election Overview
Source: Denton County (2024)2024 Winner
Republican
Dem Votes
191,503
42.7%
GOP Votes
250,521
55.8%
Total Votes
448,729
Margin
R+13.1%
Shift from 2020
R+5.1pp
vs prior election
Election History
Source: County-Level Election Results| Year | Dem Votes | GOP Votes | Total | Dem % | GOP % | Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 191,503 | 250,521 | 448,729 | 42.7% | 55.8% | R+13.1 |
| 2020 | 188,695 | 222,480 | 417,964 | 45.1% | 53.2% | R+8.1 |
| 2016 | 110,000 | 169,175 | 293,287 | 37.5% | 57.7% | R+20.2 |
In the 2024 presidential election, Denton County recorded 448,729 total votes. Republicans won the county with 55.8% of the vote compared to 42.7% for Democrats, a margin of R+13.1%. Compared to 2020, the margin shifted R+5.1pp from the previous election. Since 2016, Denton County has shifted 7.0 percentage points toward Democrats.
ZIP Code Overview
Source: Census ACSZIP Codes
10
Total Population
501,278
Avg Median Income
$130,934
Avg Home Value
$483,610
ZIP Code Details
Source: Census ACS| ZIP Code | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Median Rent | Area (sq mi) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 75033 | 50,292 | $171,640 | $606,500 | $2,055 | 21.9 |
| 75034 | 51,059 | $107,945 | $679,500 | $1,730 | 15.9 |
| 75035 | 86,135 | $161,030 | $562,300 | $2,171 | 24.9 |
| 75036 | 32,726 | $141,761 | $500,000 | $2,238 | 10.8 |
| 75056 | 67,978 | $116,806 | $414,600 | $1,808 | 23.6 |
| 75065 | 13,046 | $98,284 | $302,100 | $1,659 | 8.3 |
| 75068 | 70,562 | $126,341 | $386,300 | $2,161 | 27.9 |
| 75078 | 46,857 | $187,634 | $650,600 | $2,284 | 31.6 |
| 76208 | 27,186 | $90,833 | $358,000 | $1,591 | 27.4 |
| 76227 | 55,437 | $107,065 | $376,200 | $1,950 | 78.6 |
Paloma Creek South, TX has 10 ZIP codes with a combined population of 501,278. The average median household income across all ZIP codes is $130,934. The average median home value is $483,610. The average median monthly rent is $1,965.
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