Wylie, TX Population Statistics: Density Map Data
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Area Snapshot Statistics
Key statistics on population, economy, housing, and commuting compared to state and national averages. Explore interactive maps for deeper analysis.
Population
| Metric | Wylie | Texas Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 54,284 | 30,143,883 | 334,821,731 |
| Population density (per sq mi) | 1746.7 | 112.1 | 85.8 |
| Population growth (%/yr) | 3.27% | 1.36% | 0.57% |
| Median age | 36.2 | 35.8 | 37.1 |
| Households | 17,271 | 10,745,192 | 128,459,983 |
Population in Wylie grew by 94.2% from 2009 to 2023, reaching 54,216 in 2023.
Population Growth 2009–2023
Race & Ethnicity
Economy
Wylie has a the economy index of B, which means it is quite prosperous.
| Metric | Wylie | Texas Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household income | $114,503 | $76,510 | $78,145 |
| Income growth (%/yr) | 4.19% | 4.76% | 5.07% |
| Unemployment rate | 4.0% | 5.1% | 5.2% |
The median household income in Wylie is about 50% higher than in Texas.
Housing
| Metric | Wylie | Texas Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median home price | $352,120 | $248,418 | $242,182 |
| Median rent | $1,846 | $1,338 | $1,342 |
| Homeownership rate | 78.1% | 62.6% | 65.1% |
The median home price in Wylie is about 15.9 years' worth of rent — buying at the median price costs roughly as much as paying the median rent of $1,846 per month for that long.
Commute Time & Mobility
The most common departure window is 07:00 AM – 07:29 AM , followed by 07:30 AM – 07:59 AM .
| Metric | Wylie | Texas Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average commute time (min) | 31.9 | 22.7 | 22.5 |
| Work from home | 19.3% | 12.8% | 13.4% |
The average commute time in Wylie is 32 minutes, longer than the 23 minutes in Texas.
Education & Households
Wylie has a education index of B, which means it is quite educated.
| Metric | Wylie | Texas Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 36.6% | 29.3% | 31.6% |
| Average household size | 3.13 | 2.70 | 2.54 |
Health
Wylie has a health index of B, which means it is quite healthy.
| Metric | Wylie | Texas Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Life expectancy (years) | 79.5 | 78.0 | 78.3 |
| Self-rated poor health | 11.2% | 21.1% | 16.3% |
| Smokers | 15.8% | 19.9% | 19.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Wylie, Texas.
What is the population of Wylie, Texas?
The population of Wylie, Texas is 54,284, compared to the U.S. total of 334,821,731.
What is the population density of Wylie, Texas?
The population density of Wylie, Texas is 1746.7 people per square mile, compared to the U.S. average of 85.8 people per square mile.
What is the median household income in Wylie, Texas?
The median household income in Wylie, Texas is $114,503, compared to the U.S. median of $78,145.
What is the median home price in Wylie, Texas?
The median home price in Wylie, Texas is $352,120, compared to the U.S. median of $242,182.
What is the unemployment rate in Wylie, Texas?
The unemployment rate in Wylie, Texas is 4.0%, compared to the U.S. average of 5.2%.