Tyler, TX: What you need to know
Tyler is America's Rose Capital, home of the annual Texas Rose Festival and one of Livability.com's Top 10 Gardens to Inspire. Located 95 miles east of Dallas, Tyler is the advanced manufacturing, health-care and retail center of East Texas, as well as Texas' first Certified Retirement City. The city has an impressive youth recreation program, ballet, symphony orchestras, art museums and is also home to several colleges.
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Why Tyler, TX is a Great Place to Live
The ‘Rose Capital’ is attractive in many ways.
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Best Neighborhoods in Tyler, TX
Tyler, TX housing consists of many neighborhoods including the historic district, lakeside living, and urban appeal.
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Tyler, TX Top Employers
Health care and education industries lead the local economy.
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Tyler, TX City Profile
Quick Facts
| Population | 100,806 |
| Median Age | 33 |
| Median Household Income | $42,840 |
| Median Home Price | $134,500 |
| Walkscore | 32 |
Tyler, TX Rankings
Things To Do in Tyler, TX
Todd Bennett Museums in Tyler, TX
Local museums provide opportunities for learning more about the arts, history and the world.
Michael Conti Discover Antiques in Tyler, TX
Tyler, TX's many antique stores represent a wide selection of antiques and collectibles.
Historic Aviation Museum at Tyler Pounds Regional Airport
Aviation fans flock to the newly expanded Historic Aviation Memorial Museum on the grounds of Tyler Pounds Regional Airport.
American Freedom Museum in Tyler, TX
Tyler, TX's American Freedom Museum features signed documents from presidents, military artifacts and more.
Real Estate in Tyler, TX
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Why Tyler, TX is a Great Place to Live
The ‘Rose Capital’ is attractive in many ways.
Antony Boshier Flowers Help Tyler, TX Bloom
Flowers are a community passion – and a great marketing tool.
Antony Boshier Best Neighborhoods in Tyler, TX
Tyler, TX housing consists of many neighborhoods including the historic district, lakeside living, and urban appeal.
Wendy Jo O'Barr Tyler, TX Area Homes and Neighborhoods
The real estate industry is good these days in Tyler and Smith County.
Business in Tyler, TX
Tyler, TX CVB Tyler, TX Chamber Hosts Events Throughout the Day
Convenient networking is key for membership.
Frank Ordoñez The Village at Cumberland Park in Tyler, TX
Huge retail center draws shoppers from six to seven counties.
Schools in Tyler, TX
Jeffrey S. Otto Tyler Schools Enhance Quality of Education With New Facilities
Area students enjoy state-of-the-art facilities, new programs.
Frank Ordoñez Tyler, TX Colleges Invest in Workforce Development
Programs provide training high-demand, well-paying jobs.
Colleges in Tyler, TX
College and higher education options include Tyler Junior College, University of Texas Tyler and historic Texas College.
Health in Tyler, TX
Antony Boshier Health Care in Tyler, TX
East Texas Medical Center and Trinity Mother Frances Hospital, as well as smaller health care providers, offer great health care options.
Todd Bennett Health Care and Wellness Initiatives in Tyler, TX
Health Care and fitness are top priorities in Tyler, TX with East Texas Medical Center, the Fit City Challenge and more.
Tyler, TX Demographics
Median Population
| Median Age | 32.9% |
| Age 18 Over | 76.2% |
| Age 21 Over | 70.4% |
| Age 62 Over | 17.6% |
| Age 65 Over | 14.6% |
Race
| Ethnicity White | 67.6% | |
| Ethnicity Black | 25% | |
| Ethnicity Asian | 2.3% | |
| Ethnicity Hawaiian | 0.2% | |
| Ethnicity Hispanic | 22.9% | |
| Ethnicity Indian | 0.3% | |
| Ethnicity Other | 2.7% |
Population By Gender
| Male | 46.9% | |
| Female | 53.1% |
Language
| English Only | 77.3% | |
| English Other | 22.7% |
Tyler has “pizzazz “ and we felt at home right away. I tell people we have found a 'Leave It to Beaver’ street. We definitely made the right move
Commute Types
| Walked | 1.8% | |
| Worked at Home | 2.9% | |
| Public Transportation | 0.4% | |
| Other Means | 2.6% | |
| Drove Alone | 82.4% | |
| Carpooled | 9.8% |