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Frisco, TX


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Frisco, Texas

Introduction to Frisco, Texas

Frisco, Texas, in Collin county, is 11 miles N of Carrollton, Texas (center to center) and 24 miles N of Dallas, Texas. The city is regarded as a wealthy suburb of Dallas and is home to a large number of professionals that work for companies located in the Dallas/Fort Worth Metroplex. According to a 2007 study by Forbes Magazine, Frisco was the seventh fastest growing suburb in the country. It's a popular shopping destination for the region.

Frisco History

The original settlers arrived by way of the Shawnee Trail. Cattle drives were often planned in the community of Lebanon which later became part of Frisco. The St. Louis-San Francisco Railroad arrived in 1902 and a community was built near the train station. Frisco was named in tribute to the Railroad. With the decline in cattle drives people and businesses moved from the trail areas and relocated in Frisco to be near the railroad and the activity it created.

Frisco Attractions

  • The Frisco Rough Riders play minor league baseball.
  • The Texas Tornado play in the North American Hockey League.
  • The Frisco Thunder is an indoor football team.
  • FC Dallas is a Major League Soccer team.
  • The Superdrome is regarded as one of the top outdoor velodromes in the country.
  • Heritage Museum.
  • Dr Pepper Star Center features a variety of events.
  • The Ice at Stonebriar is a popular public skating venue.
  • The Stonebriar Centre Mall is well known for shopping and entertainment.
  • Old Downtown Frisco is enjoyed for shopping and dining.
  • Texas Sculpture Garden & International Art.
  • Frisco Chorale.
  • Frisco Community Theatre.
  • The Pizza Hut Park is a top-notch sports and entertainment facility.

Frisco Activities

The Frisco Athletic Center Water Park is popular with families. Central Park is enjoyed for walking and bicycle riding. The Arbor Hills Nature Preserve, The Northshore Mountain Bike Trail and the Rowlett Creek Nature Preserve Trail are nearby. Golf enthusiasts enjoy playing at the Plantation Golf Club and Trails of Frisco.

Frisco Higher Education

The city is home to a campus of the Amberton University and the Preston Ridge campus of the Collin Community College District.

Frisco Transportation

The city is served by the nearby Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport.

High Points

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

CategoryTrophy
Well-Paid Single Men
(vs. State)		Top 5%trophyFrisco Well-Paid Single Men
College Educated Adults
(vs. State)		Top 5%trophyFrisco College Educated Adults
Well-Paid Single Women
(vs. State)		Top 5%trophyFrisco Well-Paid Single Women
Median Family Income
(vs. Peers)		Top 8%Frisco Median Family Income
People in Middle Class or Better
(vs. Peers)		Top 9%Frisco People in Middle Class or Better
Low Rate of Poverty
(vs. Peers)		Top 10%Frisco Low Rate of Poverty

Comparative Profile of Frisco, TX

Comparing Frisco 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
Children Under 5 Years Old1010
Well-Paid Single Men910
Male Share of the Population88
Well-Paid Single Women810
Racial Diversity55
Female Share of the Population33
Age of the Population22
Senior Citizens11

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Portion of People Married1010
Average Household Size87

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Median Family Income1010
People in Middle Class or Better1010
People Above Poverty1010
College Educated Adults1010

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Working at Home99
Walking and Biking to Work27
Short Commute Times12
Public Transportation Use17

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Housing Recently Built1010
Affordability of Property Taxes31
Affordability of Rents21
Seasonal and Vacation Housing22
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals25
People Living Alone22

Crime

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Low Violent Crime77
Low Property Crime22

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