What are the schools like in Argyle, TX?

Argyle is served primarily by ARGYLE ISD. The district operates 4 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 2 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 16.8:1.

What is the median household income in Argyle?

The median household income in Argyle, TX is $205,246 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 3.2%.

What is the weather like in Argyle, TX?

Argyle has an average high temperature of 55.7°F in January and 95.7°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 35.6 inches and annual snowfall averages 0.1 inches.

Argyle, TX Cost of Living, Crime & Is It a Good Place to Live? (2026)

Q: Is Argyle, TX affordable or expensive?

Argyle's cost of living index is 103, where 100 represents the national average. This means Argyle is 3% more expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $619,500 and the median rent is $2,520 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in Argyle, TX?

Argyle has a violent crime rate of 124.6 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 404.8 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is Argyle, TX a Good Place to Live?

Argyle is a small town of 4,638 in Texas, with a median household income of $205,246 and a 3.2% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 103 (US average = 100), which is 3% above the national average.

Strengths: Argyle stands out for lower-than-average crime, solid school ratings (A), a well-educated population.

Trade-offs: Potential downsides include high home prices, longer commutes. Whether Argyle is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Argyle city data on this page comes from official government sources — the US Census Bureau, FBI, NCES, BEA, and NOAA — updated annually.

Cost of Living

Index: 103.3

Argyle's overall cost of living index is 103.3, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Argyle costs roughly 3% more than the average American city.

Metric	Argyle, TX	National Avg
Median Home Value	$619,500	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$2,520	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	86.7%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$205,246	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Very Safe

Argyle's violent crime rate is 124.6 per 100,000 residents — 67% lower than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

124.6 /100k

Property Crime

404.8 /100k

Vertical marker = national average. Source: FBI UCR Program.

Schools & Education

Argyle is served primarily by ARGYLE ISD. The student-to-teacher ratio is 16.8:1 (slightly above the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Argyle, TX	National Avg
School District	ARGYLE ISD	—
Elementary Schools	4	—
Middle Schools	2	—
High Schools	2	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	16.8:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	63.4%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	97.3%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Argyle sees average highs of 55.7°F in January and 95.7°F in July, with 35.6 inches of annual precipitation and 0.1 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Argyle, TX
Average High — January	55.7°F
Average High — July	95.7°F
Annual Precipitation	35.6"
Annual Snowfall	0.1"

Demographics

Metric	Argyle, TX	National Avg
Population	4,638	—
Median Age	52.0	38.9
Unemployment Rate	3.2%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	33.3 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	91.6%	59.3%
Black or African American	1.2%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	3.0%	18.9%
Asian	4.1%	6.3%
Under 18	17.5%	22.2%
65 and over	20.0%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Bartonville, TX 2 mi Draper, TX 3 mi Lantana, TX 3 mi Copper Canyon, TX 5 mi Double Oak, TX 5 mi

ZIP Codes in Argyle

Argyle, TX is covered by 1 ZIP code:

76226

Argyle vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Argyle, TX affordable or expensive?

Argyle's cost of living index is 103, where 100 is the national average. That puts Argyle roughly 3% above the national average in cost. The median home price is $619,500 and median rent is $2,520/month.

What is the crime rate in Argyle, TX?

Argyle's violent crime rate is 124.6 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 404.8 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in Argyle?

Public schools in Argyle are operated by ARGYLE ISD. The district has 4 elementary, 2 middle, and 2 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 16.8:1. 63.4% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Argyle, TX a good place to live?

Argyle, TX has a population of 4,638, a median household income of $205,246, and an unemployment rate of 3.2%. Whether it's right for you depends on your priorities — use the compare tool above to stack it against another city you're considering.

What is the weather like in Argyle?

Argyle averages 55.7°F in January and 95.7°F in July. Annual rainfall is 35.6 inches with about 0.1 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Argyle?

Argyle, TX is covered by 1 ZIP code: 76226.

What is the population of Argyle?

The population of Argyle, Texas is 4,638 with a median age of 52.0. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Argyle?

Key numbers for living in Argyle: cost of living index 103 (100 = US average), median home $619,500, median household income $205,246, crime index 27 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated A. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Argyle side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.