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DeSoto, Texas

Introduction to DeSoto, Texas

DeSoto, Texas, in Dallas county, is 13 miles SE of Grand Prairie, Texas (center to center) and 14 miles S of Dallas, Texas. The city is included in the Dallas metropolitan area. As of the year 2000 census, 37,646 people lived in DeSoto.

DeSoto History

The frst settlers arrived in this area in 1847 making it one of the oldest North Texas communities. It established a post office in 1881 and was named DeSoto after Thomas Hernando DeSoto Stewart, a doctor who provided great service to the community. DeSoto and its neighboring areas saw improved development after World War II. The residents felt the need for incorporation in order to improve the water distribution system in their area. They petitioned the Dallas County judge for incorporation in February, 1949. The resulting approval and election led to the establishment of the City of DeSoto on March 3, 1949.

DeSoto and nearby Attractions

  • Windmill Hill Preserve
  • Mosely Park
  • Thorntree Country Club
  • Camp Wisdom
  • Dallas Holocaust Museum
  • Dallas World Aquarium

Things To Do In DeSoto

The Cedar Hill State Park, located at the Joe Pool Reservoir, covers an area of 1,826 acres and has trails, camping, picnic areas, and boating facilities. The park is also home to the Penn Farm Agricultural History Center. There are several other smaller parks in the area which have playgrounds, sports fields, and courts.

DeSoto Transportation

Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport is a short distance away.

DeSoto Higher Education

Mountain View College, Dallas Baptist University, and Southern Methodist University provide programs for higher studies.

High Points

Desoto strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in Texas):

CategoryTrophy
Well-Paid Single Women
(vs. State)		Top 5%trophyDesoto Well-Paid Single Women
Well-Paid Single Men
(vs. State)		Top 10%Desoto Well-Paid Single Men
Public Transportation Use
(vs. State)		Top 10%Desoto Public Transportation Use
Median Family Income
(vs. State)		Top 12%Desoto Median Family Income
College Educated Adults
(vs. State)		Top 13%Desoto College Educated Adults
People in Middle Class or Better
(vs. State)		Top 14%Desoto People in Middle Class or Better
Low Rate of Poverty
(vs. State)		Top 15%Desoto Low Rate of Poverty
Racial Diversity
(vs. Peers)		Top 16%Desoto Racial Diversity

Comparative Profile of DeSoto, TX

Comparing Desoto to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Texas (State):

Ratings range from 1 (lowest) to 10 (highest).


The People

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Female Share of the Population98
Racial Diversity99
Well-Paid Single Women810
Well-Paid Single Men710
Age of the Population66
Children Under 5 Years Old65
Senior Citizens33
Male Share of the Population23

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Portion of People Married87
Average Household Size76

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
People in Middle Class or Better89
People Above Poverty89
Median Family Income89
College Educated Adults79

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Working at Home67
Public Transportation Use410
Short Commute Times22
Walking and Biking to Work17

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Housing Recently Built109
Affordability of Rents52
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals59
Affordability of Property Taxes42
People Living Alone34
Seasonal and Vacation Housing22

Crime

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Low Violent Crime54
Low Property Crime43

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