Tyler

TX

Smith County, Texas

Population 242K |Median income $74,192 |4 hospitals

Population
241,740
Smith County
Median Income
$74,192
+9% vs avg
Median Home Value
$240,700
+6% vs avg
Median Age
37.5
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
242K+14%
Median Income
$74,192+56%
Median Home Value
$240,700+99%
Poverty Rate
11.6%-31%
Unemployment
4.4%-46%

Economics

Median Rent
$1,238/mo
Poverty Rate
11.6% -18% vs avg
Unemployment 4.4%
Bachelor's Degree+ 28.6%
Work From Home 9.2%
Public Transit 0.2%

Population

White 66.5%
African American 16.3%
Asian 1.8%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Short Sleep Duration
39.1%
Obesity
37.5%
High Blood Pressure
36.4%
Physical Inactivity
27%
Frequent Mental Distress
17.7%
Binge Drinking
16.2%
Lack of Health Insurance
15.3%
Frequent Physical Distress
13.7%
Current Smoking
13.6%
Diabetes
13.2%

Preventive Care

Annual Checkup 75.5%
Dental Visit 53.9%

Other Measures

Current Asthma
10.5%
Coronary Heart Disease
6.5%
Stroke
3.7%

Hospitals 4 total

Rating Distribution
★★★★★
1
★★★★
1
★★★
1
★★
0
★
1
Average Rating
3.3/5
Total Hospitals
4
With ER
4
BAYLOR SCOTT & WHITE TEXAS SPINE & JOINT HOSPITAL
TYLER · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★★★
CHRISTUS MOTHER FRANCES HOSPITAL
TYLER · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★★☆
THE UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS HEALTH SCIENCE CENTER AT TYLER
TYLER · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★☆☆
UT HEALTH EAST TEXAS TYLER REGIONAL HOSPITAL
TYLER · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★☆☆☆☆

Alerts & News — Tyler Area 6

Weather Alerts high

Red Flag Warning Issued for Deep South Texas: Critical Fire Weather Risk Through Monday

NOAA · 2d ago
Weather Alerts high

Special Marine Warning Issued for Galveston Bay Through Sunday Night

NOAA · 2d ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for East Texas and Northwest Louisiana

NOAA · 3d ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Tyler and Jasper Counties in Southeast Texas

NOAA · 3d ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Jasper and Tyler Counties in Southeast Texas

NOAA · 3d ago
Disasters

FEMA Authorizes Fire Management Assistance for Corner Pocket Fire in Texas

FEMA · 3d ago

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Tyler, TX? ▼
Tyler, TX has a population of 241,740 people, located in Smith County, Texas.
What is the median household income in Tyler? ▼
The median household income in Tyler, TX is $74,192 per year. The poverty rate is 11.6%.
What is the median home value in Tyler? ▼
The median home value in Tyler, TX is $240,700. Median rent is $1,238/month.
What are the top health concerns in Tyler? ▼
The top health indicators in Tyler include Short Sleep Duration (39.1%), Obesity (37.5%), High Blood Pressure (36.4%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Tyler? ▼
Tyler has 4 hospitals with an average rating of 3.3/5 stars. 4 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Tyler? ▼
The median age in Tyler, TX is 37.5 years. 28.6% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Tyler, TX is located in Smith County, Texas. With a population of 242K and a median household income of $74,192, the community faces health challenges including short sleep duration and obesity. Residents have access to 4 hospitals with an average rating of 3.3/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Tyler area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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Data Sources

All data on this page comes from official U.S. government sources. Population and economic data from the Census Bureau American Community Survey (2022 5-year estimates). Health data from the CDC PLACES program (2023). Hospital ratings from CMS Hospital Compare (2024). Data is county-level (Smith County) as the smallest consistent geographic unit across all sources.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI UCR, CDC PLACES, and NCES. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.