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Plum Creek neighborhood

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Plum Creek

Kyle
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City
78K
Est. Population
Covers all of ZIP 78640
1
School District

About

Living in Plum Creek

Plum Creek is Kyle's largest and most established master-planned community, featuring a golf course, multiple pools, an extensive trail system, and community gathering spaces. The neighborhood offers housing at a range of price points from first-time buyer homes to larger family residences.

The community's location along I-35 provides easy commuting to both Austin and San Marcos, while on-site Hays CISD schools and commercial areas create a self-contained neighborhood. Plum Creek is widely regarded as one of the best values in the Austin metro for families seeking amenity-rich living at accessible prices.

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Demographics

Suburban

Classic suburban feel — yards, space, neighbors

Based on ZIP 78640

78K
people
866
per sq mi
33.4
median age
29%
bachelor's+
10%
graduate+

Work & Economy

Most people commute to work — this is an in-office kind of community, and and everyone has solid internet.

3.2%
unemployed
TX avg 4.4%
11.7%
work from home
U.S. avg 15.2%
96.3%
broadband
10.2%
below poverty
TX avg 13.4%

Housing Profile

Owner-Heavy

People put down roots here, with mostly newer builds, though a lot of renters here are feeling the squeeze.

71%
29%
Own28,135 unitsRent
$330,400
home value
$1,730/mo
median rent
2010
year built
72%
single-family
56%
rent-burdened

Getting Around

Car-Essential

You'll definitely want a car for daily errands, though commutes average around 38 minutes.

8/ 100
Walk Score
Walk8 / 100
Bike22 / 100
TransitN/A
38 min
avg. commute
2%
no vehicle

Daily Life

You've got H-E-B, Target, Walmart and more for groceries, tons of dining options — you won't get bored, and plenty of green space to get outside.

Grocery· 13Good
Retail· 20+Excellent
Dining· 20+Excellent
Parks· 20+Excellent
Healthcare· 20+Excellent
Entertainment· 1Limited
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Education

School Districts in Plum Creek

Education shapes community. Here's what Plum Creek families can expect.

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