ALEX Labs just completed analysis of Move Buddha’s report: Big Suburbs, Little Prices: The Top 20 Fastest-Growing Affordable U.S. Suburbs. Nine of the top 20 are in Texas! Here they are:
Four are in Austin including the top 3: No. 1 Georgetown, No. 2 Kyle, No. 3 Leander, and No. 18 Temple.
Two are in Dallas: No. 4 Little Elm and No. 20. Rockwall.
One is in Fort Worth: No. 9 Burleson.
One is in Houston: No 10. Conroe.
One is in San Antonio: No 6 New Braunfels.
WHAT IS A SUBURB?
- Location: Non-principal cities in a metropolitan area.
- Population: Less than 100,000 people.
- Way-of-life: Commuting patterns and high numbers of single-family, owned homes.
- The density: Lower housing density.
- Age of homes:Homes are newer than in cities.
ABOUT EACH CITY
#1 Georgetown, Texas
- Growth: Fastest-growing city in the country.
- Affordability: Average housing price at $453,376.
- Family Life: Offers a family-friendly community with ample space.
- Schools: Georgetown Independent School District. GreatSchools Link
- Proximity to Metro Area: About 35 minutes from Austin.
- Cost of Living: Slightly above the national average.
- Local Healthcare: Good access to healthcare facilities.
- Access to Colleges and Universities: Close to higher education institutions in Austin.
- More information on Wiki
#2 Kyle, Texas
- Growth: 6th place for overall growth among suburbs.
- Affordability: Average housing price at $336,615.
- Family Life: A vibrant suburb with growing amenities.
- Schools: Hays Consolidated Independent School District. GreatSchools Link
- Proximity to Metro Area: 22 miles from Austin.
- Cost of Living: Comparable to or slightly lower than the national average.
- Local Healthcare: Accessible healthcare services.
- Access to Colleges and Universities: Proximity to Austin’s educational institutions.
- More information on Wiki
#3 Leander, Texas
- Growth: 6th place for overall growth among suburbs.
- Affordability: Average housing price at $336,615.
- Family Life: A vibrant suburb with growing amenities.
- Schools: Hays Consolidated Independent School District. GreatSchools Link
- Proximity to Metro Area: 22 miles from Austin.
- Cost of Living: Comparable to or slightly lower than the national average.
- Local Healthcare: Accessible healthcare services.
- Access to Colleges and Universities: Proximity to Austin’s educational institutions.
- More information on Wiki
#4 Little Elm, Texas
- Growth: Over 20% growth in the past five years.
- Affordability: Average housing price under $500,000.
- Family Life: Lakeside living with family-friendly amenities.
- Schools: Little Elm Independent School District. GreatSchools Link
- Proximity to Metro Area: Near Dallas.
- Cost of Living: Above the national average.
- Local Healthcare: Good healthcare options.
- Access to Colleges and Universities: Access to Dallas’s educational institutions.
- More information on Wiki
#5 Westfield, Indiana
- Growth: 38% growth; significant suburban growth.
- Affordability: Competitive housing prices.
- Family Life: Offers new sports complexes and family amenities.
- Schools: Westfield-Washington Schools. GreatSchools Link
- Proximity to Metro Area: 20 miles from Indianapolis.
- Cost of Living: Comparable to the national average.
- Local Healthcare: Reliable healthcare services.
- Access to Colleges and Universities: Near Indianapolis’s educational facilities.
- More information on Wiki
#6 New Braunfels, Texas
- Growth: Over 32% growth; rapidly expanding.
- Affordability: Average home price at $377,573.
- Family Life: Close to San Antonio with local attractions like Schlitterbahn Waterpark.
- Schools: New Braunfels Independent School District. GreatSchools Link
- Proximity to Metro Area: Near San Antonio.
- Cost of Living: Slightly above the national average.
- Local Healthcare: Good healthcare facilities.
- Access to Colleges and Universities: Proximity to San Antonio’s colleges.
- More information on Wiki
#7 Maricopa, Arizona
- Growth: 38% growth rate over five years.
- Affordability: Average home price at $362,728.
- Family Life: Growing suburb with a community feel.
- Schools: Maricopa Unified School District. GreatSchools Link
- Proximity to Metro Area: Under 20 miles from Chandler.
- Cost of Living: Lower than the national average.
- Local Healthcare: Adequate local healthcare options.
- Access to Colleges and Universities: Close to Phoenix’s educational institutions.
- More information on Wiki
#8 Buckeye, Arizona
- Growth: Fastest-growing suburb on the list.
- Affordability: Average home price at $403,336.
- Family Life: Rapidly expanding community with new developments.
- Schools: Buckeye Union High School District. GreatSchools Link
- Proximity to Metro Area: Near Phoenix.
- Cost of Living: Comparable to the national average.
- Local Healthcare: Access to Phoenix’s healthcare facilities.
- Access to Colleges and Universities: Near Phoenix’s higher education institutions.
#9 Burleson, Texas
- Growth: Significant growth from just over 46,000 residents in 2017.
- Affordability: Average house cost at $318,568.
- Family Life: Close to Fort Worth with a small-town feel.
- Schools: Burleson Independent School District. GreatSchools Link
- Proximity to Metro Area: South of Fort Worth.
- Cost of Living: Below the national average.
- Local Healthcare: Good healthcare options.
- Access to Colleges and Universities: Access to Fort Worth and Dallas’s educational institutions.
- More information on Wiki
#10 Conroe, Texas
- Growth: Fastest-growing city in the country at one point.
- Affordability: Very low housing prices averaging $325,469.
- Family Life: Lakeside retreat near Houston with outdoor activities.
- Schools: Conroe Independent School District. GreatSchools Link
- Proximity to Metro Area: 40 minutes from Houston.
- Cost of Living: Slightly above the national average.
- Local Healthcare: Accessible healthcare services.
- Access to Colleges and Universities: Close to Houston’s educational institutions.
- More information on Wiki
#11 Casa Grande, Arizona
- Growth: Slowest 5-year growth on the top 20 list.
- Affordability: Average single-family home price at $327,337.
- Family Life: Growing part of the Phoenix metropolitan area.
- Schools: Casa Grande Elementary School District. GreatSchools Link
- Proximity to Metro Area: Between Phoenix and Tucson.
- Cost of Living: Lower than the national average.
- Local Healthcare: Adequate healthcare facilities.
- Access to Colleges and Universities: Proximity to Phoenix and Tucson’s educational institutions.
- More information on Wiki
#12 Fort Myers, Florida
- Growth: Top 40 suburbs for growth overall.
- Affordability: Average home price at $422,609.
- Family Life: Historical city with nature and beaches.
- Schools: Lee County School District. GreatSchools Link
- Proximity to Metro Area: On Florida’s Gulf Coast.
- Cost of Living: Above the national average.
- Local Healthcare: Good healthcare options.
- Access to Colleges and Universities: Access to local and state colleges in Florida.
- More information on Wiki
#13 Palm Coast, Florida
- Growth: Nearly 14% growth over five years.
- Affordability: Average home cost at $361,798.
- Family Life: Offers beachside living and outdoor activities.
- Schools: Flagler County Public Schools. GreatSchools Link
- Proximity to Metro Area: Between Jacksonville and Orlando.
- Cost of Living: Comparable to the national average.
- Local Healthcare: Adequate healthcare services.
- Access to Colleges and Universities: Proximity to Jacksonville and Orlando’s educational institutions.
- More information on Wiki
#14 Nampa, Idaho
- Growth: Significant growth with almost 20,000 new residents since 2018.
- Affordability: Average home price at $390,769.
- Family Life: Offers outdoor recreational opportunities.
- Schools: Nampa School District. GreatSchools Link
- Proximity to Metro Area: Near Boise.
- Cost of Living: Below the national average.
- Local Healthcare: Good healthcare options.
- Access to Colleges and Universities: Close to Boise’s educational institutions.
- More information on Wiki
#15 Goodyear, Arizona
- Growth: Nearly 32% 5-year growth rate.
- Affordability: Average single-family home at $480,612.
- Family Life: Close to nature and outdoor activities.
- Schools: Agua Fria Union High School District. GreatSchools Link
- Proximity to Metro Area: West of Phoenix.
- Cost of Living: Comparable to the national average.
- Local Healthcare: Access to Phoenix’s healthcare facilities.
- Access to Colleges and Universities: Near Phoenix’s higher education institutions.
- More information on Wiki
#16 Caldwell, Idaho
- Growth: Over 20% growth.
- Affordability: Average home price at $373,650.
- Family Life: Offers mountain biking and access to conservation areas.
- Schools: Caldwell School District. GreatSchools Link
- Proximity to Metro Area: Outside of Boise.
- Cost of Living: Below the national average.
- Local Healthcare: Adequate healthcare facilities.
- Access to Colleges and Universities: Close to Boise’s educational institutions.
- More information on Wiki
#17 St. Cloud, Florida
- Growth: 25% expansion in the past five years.
- Affordability: Average home cost at $407,547.
- Family Life: Suburb of Orlando with theme parks and attractions nearby.
- Schools: Osceola County School District. GreatSchools Link
- Proximity to Metro Area: Near Orlando.
- Cost of Living: Slightly above the national average.
- Local Healthcare: Good healthcare options.
- Access to Colleges and Universities: Proximity to Orlando’s educational institutions.
- More information on Wiki
#18 Temple, Texas
- Growth: Over 20% population growth in the past five years.
- Affordability: Most affordable homes on the list, average price at $255,469.
- Family Life: Offers urban amenities and outdoor recreation.
- Schools: Temple Independent School District. GreatSchools Link
- Proximity to Metro Area: Part of the Killeen-Temple metropolitan area.
- Cost of Living: Below the national average.
- Local Healthcare: Good healthcare facilities.
- Access to Colleges and Universities: Access to educational institutions in the metropolitan area.
- More information on Wiki
#19 Daytona Beach, Florida
- Growth: Over 14% growth in the past five years.
- Affordability: Second-lowest housing prices in the top 20, average at $291,807.
- Family Life: Dynamic place with multiple industries and beach access.
- Schools: Volusia County Schools. GreatSchools Link
- Proximity to Metro Area: Part of the Deltona-Daytona-Ormand Beach metro area.
- Cost of Living: Comparable to the national average.
- Local Healthcare: Adequate healthcare services.
- Access to Colleges and Universities: Proximity to educational institutions in the metro area.
- More information on Wiki
#20 Rockwall, Texas
- Growth: Population up more than 16% in five years.
- Affordability: Median home price at $447,866.
- Family Life: Lakeside living with a small-town feel.
- Schools: Rockwall Independent School District. GreatSchools Link
- Proximity to Metro Area: East of Dallas.
- Cost of Living: Above the national average.
- Local Healthcare: Good healthcare options.
- Access to Colleges and Universities: Access to Dallas’s educational institutions.
- More information on Wiki
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