East Texas pines, regional medicine hub. Median home price runs about $274K with an effective property tax near 1.68% — roughly $4,603/yr on the median home.
Scorecard
Dimension
Tyler
Median home price
$274K
Effective property tax
1.68%
Tax friendliness
9/10
Winter mildness
8/10
Summer comfort
5/10
Walkability
4/10
Outdoor access
5/10
Culture & food
4/10
Healthcare
7/10
Airport connectivity
3/10
Schools
6/10
Safety
6/10
Hazard safety (10 = lowest risk)
10/10
Growth trajectory
9/10
Who it fits: tax-sensitive movers, budget-first buyers. Who should look elsewhere: frequent flyers.