10 Wealthiest Neighborhoods in the United States
5) University Park City, TX
University Park City has a median household income of $173,520 with home values nearing $1 million. The city is home to Southern Methodist University, and a short distance from the cities of Dallas and Arlington.
Due to the strong emphasis on education in University Park City, many of the residents work within the business sectors of nearby cities. In fact, the emphasis on education dates back to the early 20th century when the neighborhood was known more for its proximity to Southern Methodist and was a popular place for university staff and professors to live. The city is located within the Highland Park school district which is also widely recognized as one of the best K-12 school districts in the country.
With so much emphasis on education within the community, residents are able to enjoy an affluent neighborhood that attracts families and as well as a younger, livelier talent pool of college students.