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No matter who you are or where you’re from, when you Say Yes to Dallas, you’re Saying Yes to more than you might think. s ayye stodal l a s .com
WELCOME
A LETTER FROM THE DALLAS REGIONAL CHAMBER
I’m not a native Texan, but as the old saying goes, I got here as fast as I could. I’m one of those kids that came as a package deal when my father’s company relocated from upstate New York to the Dallas Region in the late ’90s. I attended college at Midwestern State in Wichita Falls, Texas, and after graduating, I decided to make my way back to the Dallas Region to start my career. I met my husband, Michael, a Dallas native, at a social event in 2004. JESSICA HEER Talent Attraction, We got married in 2007 and settled down just northwest of Dallas. The Senior Vice President Dallas Regional Chamber amenity-rich area — with a surprising small-town feel — has been a great place for us to raise our two small children. We have exceptional parks, places to shop, countless restaurants, and the newest entertainment venue, Toyota Music Factory. With an easy commute to just about anywhere in the region, we have the ideal family setting for two working parents. Working downtown for more than 10 years, I’ve seen Dallas become more and more dynamic and family oriented. The Rory Meyers Children’s Adventure Garden at the Dallas Arboretum, the Dallas World Aquarium, and the Perot Museum of Nature and Science are just a few of our favorite places to explore with our children. I’ve lived here for nearly two decades, but I’m surprised every day by new restaurants and cultural amenities across the region. The flourishing Dallas Region business community is unparalleled by any across the country and has increasingly become a magnet for corporate headquarters and major companies. Dallas has a wealth of options for anyone looking to start or continue a career, and is replete with welcoming people who want to see others succeed. Moving to Dallas has been rewarding for me, both personally and professionally. There truly is no other place my family would call home. Jessica Heer Talent Attraction, Senior Vice President Dallas Regional Chamber
2018 CHAIR OF THE BOARD John Stephens Senior Executive Vice President & Chief Financial Officer AT&T PRESIDENT & CEO Dale Petroskey CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER & CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER Angela Farley ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT, SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT Mike Rosa ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT, VICE PRESIDENT Sarah Carabias-Rush RESEARCH AND INNOVATION, SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT Duane Dankesreiter TALENT ATTRACTION, SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT Jessica Heer MEMBERSHIP AND REVENUE GROWTH, MANAGING DIRECTOR Meghan Kelley MEMBER SERVICES, SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT Jennifer A. Schmiel COMMUNICATIONS, MARKETING, & EVENTS, SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT Darren Grubb
The Dallas Regional Chamber is one of the most established business organizations in the nation and serves as the voice of business and the champion of economic development and growth in the Dallas Region. We work with our 1,200 member companies and regional partners to strengthen our business community by advocating for pro-growth public policies, improving our educational system, attracting talented workers from around the
PUBLIC POLICY, SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT Priscilla Camacho STRATEGIC INITIATIVES, VICE PRESIDENT Kelle Marsalis
world, and enhancing the quality of life for all. Our goal is to make Dallas the best place in America to live, work, and do business. For more information, please contact the Dallas Regional Chamber at 214.746.6600 or visit www.dallaschamber.org.
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NO MATTER WHO YOU ARE OR WHERE YOU’RE FROM, WHEN YOU SAY YES TO DALLAS, YOU’RE SAYING YES TO MORE THAN YOU MIGHT THINK. The Dallas Region is a modern metro area with more than 200 cities, each unique in personality. From all over the world, explore stories from locals sharing why Dallas is a great place to start or continue a career, to raise a family, and to experience a high standard of living in one of the most vibrant and affordable places in the nation. Say Yes to Dallas, it’s more than you might think.
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From Uptown to Frisco, and Denton to Red Bird, we break down Dallas neighborhoods as well as communities in Dallas, Collin, Denton, and Tarrant counties, giving you the lay of the land and helping you determine the right community for your lifestyle, family, and more.
The Dallas Region is diverse and changing every day. The rapid influx of people has made us the fastest-growing U.S. metro over the past decade. Whether you’re looking for fine arts, entertainment, professional sports or giving back, you’ll never run out of activities in Dallas — fun here knows no bounds.
3 LIVING IN THE DALLAS REGION This chapter is divided into three main sections:
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■ The HOUSING section provides information to those looking for a home. Here, you’ll learn which neighborhoods are the most and least expensive, and how much can you expect to pay for utilities.
Dallas has over 230 sunny days a year — and lots of sunshine means lots of time to be outside. Dallasites have access to countless outdoor activities with sprawling parks, green spaces and several lakes featuring boating, water sports, and trails for mountain biking, road biking and hiking — you won’t have to go far to find your favorite spot.
■ GETTING AROUND covers airports, freeways and tollways, public transit and more — providing everything you need to get around like a local. ■ The EDUCATION section helps families determine where to learn in the Dallas-Fort Worth area through a comprehensive look at public school districts in the region, including maps, statistics, and school district profiles direct from the ISDs. We also cover private school options in the area, as well as options for alternative education.
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3 JOBS Our Jobs section provides a snapshot of our diverse economy, showcasing major employers, top employers, and industry clusters, as well as what you might expect to earn in various sectors of the job market in the Dallas Region.
3 ESSENTIALS Ready to move? Use the moving checklist—an overview of important Texas laws, a discussion of property and sales taxes, and must-have phone numbers and websites.
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WHAT LOCALS KNOW AND LOVE ABOUT DALLAS Live in the Dallas Region? That could be one of more than 200 cities. The region, including Fort Worth, spreads out farther each day. Only 1.3 million of a total population of 7.2 million lives in Dallas proper. Each surrounding city is unique in personality, but we’re all Texas proud. Explore and discover.
This is the Traveling Man, a public sculpture commissioned by DART, and created by Brad Oldham, Inc. and Reel FX Creative Studios.
THINGS ARE BIGGER HERE. INCLUDING OUR BIG TEXAS WELCOME. ( WE CAN’T WAIT TO MEET YOU.)
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We are among the fastestgrowing regions in the country.
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But don’t worry, we have plenty of room. Our area is the size of New Jersey and Delaware combined, and we add nearly 400 people to our population every day. You know what that means? Big opportunities for all.
We certainly do big business—in everything from finance to high-tech. As of 2016, 39 Fortune 100 companies were headquartered in the Dallas Region with more announcing moves every day. Our Arts District is the largest in the nation, accompanied by Fort Worth’s own worldrenowned artistic meccas, including the Kimbell Art Museum and the Amon Carter Museum. As for fashion, iconic Neiman Marcus’ home base is downtown. Folks here know how to shop and fine dine—and we’ve got plenty of places to do both.
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We’re quite cosmopolitan.
Interesting people live here, too. Every world culture is represented. Dallas is diverse in every aspect of its population—culture, race, religion, sexual orientation, level of education, age, background, hometown, or home country. We welcome all y’all. (Yes, we do say y’all. You’ll love it, too.)
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In town or out-of-country, our transportation rules. The Dallas Region’s modern highway system is constantly undergoing improvements to keep pace with our growth. Our light-rail system? At 85 miles in length — and expanding — it’s the longest in the United States. Plus, we’re home to the world’s largest global airline, American Airlines, and the country’s largest domestic carrier, Southwest Airlines — each with their own airport. Hop a plane to the world via 56 nonstop international flight routes and 167 nonstop domestic routes.
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We’re pretty. Oh, so pretty. There’s some stunning scenery to behold in the Dallas Region. For starters, we have a sky so big it can take your breath away. Look around the next time you’re road-tripping. South of Dallas, you’ll find rolling hills and the Great Trinity Forest, the largest urban hardwood forest in the United States (yes, we have a lot of “largests” here). East Dallas has White Rock Lake, Cedar Hill has Joe Pool Lake, and north of the city are Grapevine and Lewisville lakes, to name a few of our watering holes. In fact, within 100 miles of the region, there are more than 400 public parks and more than 60 lakes.
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OUTDOOR CONCERT AT THE NASHER SCULPTURE CENTER
We’ve got tons of stuff to do. There is a thriving cultural scene in the Dallas Region, and there is always something to do. We take our food seriously. We also take our sports seriously. And our arts. And our fun. Dallas is the only metro area in the country that was built around nothing—no major river, no port—so we built exactly what we wanted from the ground up. And we’ve got it all.
A Dallas-Fort Worth education will get your kids to college— or wherever their hearts desire. PHOTO: UNIVERSITY OF NORTH TEXAS
UNIVERSITY OF NORTH TEXAS
We are focused on great education. Variety and options are what we do best. We’ve got excellent public and private schools. We’ve got schools that focus on the arts and schools that focus on science. We’ve got schools rooted in religious tradition and myriad resources for kids with special needs. Plus, you and your kids will feel safe and nurtured here. And if college is in your child’s future, Texas has 12 major universities where you can pay in-state tuition.
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You might feel like you get a raise when you move to Dallas. WELCOME
With no state income tax and no payroll tax in Texas, you may feel like your wallet is a little fatter when you relocate here. Plus, you’ll definitely get more house for your money here than in any other major metro in the country. And that’s a great thing.
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We really have not four, but five seasons. Local blogger Dallas Whisperer says it goes like this: “Rainy Spring” starts in February and continues until the beginning of May. “Pleasant Summer” picks up with clear skies and temps in the 80s or 90s until mid-July. That’s when “Sol” season kicks in through August, with enough sun glare and heat to make that pool heaven. “Glorious Fall,” a.k.a. porch weather, hits in September until December when the “Northers” appear. It’s our version of winter. Out of nowhere, temps instantly drop with howls of wind and ice, and sometimes snow (in which case, the city shuts down). The Northers disappear as quickly as they come, but pop in sporadically well into February. So keep your parkas. You’ll need them now and again.
We have new condos. We have historic homes. Take your pick. The Dallas Region offers vast housing choices. Mid-century moderns, 1920s bungalows, contemporary high-rises, walkable community apartments, cutting-edge architectural splendors, yards with acres, even those fabled ranches — we’ve got that. And if we don’t, there’s plenty of land to build on.
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CITY OF DALLAS NEIGHBORHOODS About 1.3 million people with all kinds of characteristics and perspectives live in Dallas proper. And new people are moving here every day. Our residents live in houses big and small, multifamily developments, high-rise luxury buildings, new construction, and lovingly restored properties from generations past. They cherish nature and culture, shop at small boutiques and massive malls. They send their kids to private school or public school, or they school them at home. They go to church, they volunteer, they find like-minded groups, and they make friends. And the basis of it all is their community. Dallas communities are as diverse as our population. Downtown and Uptown attract those focused on urban living, while neighborhoods like Preston Hollow and Lakewood are right for people who want to be in town with a little more space. Areas in southern Dallas are replete with nature; areas to the north are boomtowns with every modern convenience there is. And the city of Dallas is a more exciting place to live than ever before.
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EDUCATIONAL ATTAINMENT (Population 25+)
2022
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1,418,826
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Healthcare
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$87,810
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Dallas’ urban core is an exciting and diverse collection of environments, experiences, and neighborhoods — each with its own character, personality, and purpose. From historic buildings and museums to first-rate art facilities and an endless selection of amazing restaurants, Dallas’ urban core provides a place for almost any taste.
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The largest contiguous urban arts district in the nation, the Dallas Arts District, includes the AT&T Performing Arts Center, Dallas Museum of Art, Crow Collection of Asian Art, Morton H. Meyerson Symphony Center, Dallas City Performance Hall, Nasher Sculpture Center, Dallas Black Dance Theatre, and Belo Mansion. Here, you’ll also find Booker T. Washington High School for the Performing and Visual Arts and One Arts Plaza, as well as a myriad of historic churches, delicious restaurants, and eclectic food trucks. And, of course, you can’t forget Klyde Warren Park, a 5.2-acre deck park built over a stretch of Woodall Rodgers Freeway.
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The Neiman Marcus flagship store, Comerica Bank Tower, Bank of America Plaza, The Joule, Magnolia Hotel, The Adolphus, and numerous restaurants all combine to form the central space known as the Main Street District. With landmarks such as Main Street Garden, Belo Garden, Stone Street Gardens, and Pegasus Plaza, as well as historic buildings that have been converted to residential buildings, the Main Street District is a great place to live, work, and play.
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URBAN LIVING CIVIC CENTER Civic Center is the regional hub of many landmark destinations, and home to the Omni Dallas Hotel and the Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center, one of the largest convention centers in the country. Here, you’ll find Dallas City Hall, Earle Cabell Federal Building and Courthouse, J. Erik Jonsson Central Library, George L. Allen Sr. Courts Building, Pioneer Plaza, and Pioneer Park Cemetery. 75
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Anchored by the Dallas Farmers Market, which has been providing the people of Dallas with fresh fruits, vegetables, and meats for more than six decades, the Dallas Farmers Market District encompasses a large area bounded by Jackson Street, North Central Expressway, R.L. Thornton Freeway, and St. Paul Street. Not only does the Dallas Farmers Market District offer unique food and specialty vendors, including the newly enclosed Shed 2, but it is also home to a collection of historic buildings, contemporary townhomes, and apartments. 30
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UPTOWN The last 15 years have seen massive construction projects transform this area into a dense mixed-use, pedestrian-friendly place to live and work. Just north of downtown Dallas, Uptown is popular with young professionals. Although it is one of Dallas’ earliest settlements, redevelopment has fostered a lively mix of new and old. The Historic State Thomas neighborhood includes wood-frame houses restored to their early-20th-century grandeur. New high-rise residences offer ownership and rental opportunities and typically include fitness centers and shopping. The area is also home to hundreds of fine dining and nightlife venues, as well as galleries, boutiques, and an art house movie theater. Uptown attracts young professionals who want a walkable neighborhood with plenty of action. 75
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HARWOOD The Harwood District, under the direction of developer Harwood International, launched in 1984 with the Rolex Building at downtown Dallas’ east side. Today, the 18-block, 30-acre district has 3.5 million square feet of Class A office, residential, and retail space, along with 8 acres of green space, with more to come. 75
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VICTORY PARK Victory Park is home to one of downtown’s most recognizable sporting venues, the American Airlines Center, where you can see the World Champion Dallas Mavericks and Dallas Stars. This 75-acre district offers luxurious urban living, dining, sophisticated nightlife, and office space. Also located here is the beginning of the Katy Trail and the Perot Museum of Nature and Science. Other landmarks include the W Dallas Victory Hotel and the House of Blues. 75
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TURTLE CREEK The elegant Turtle Creek corridor, north of downtown Dallas in the Oak Lawn area, makes up 80 city blocks containing approximately 90 acres of green space, as well as luxury townhomes and modern high-rises. The area has spectacular natural beauty with Katy Trail running throughout the neighborhood. Turtle Creek is also home to the Frank Lloyd Wright-designed Kalita Humphreys Theater. 75
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The State Thomas area of Uptown Dallas offers easy access to freeways, the M Line Trolley, and close proximity to the central business district. State Thomas is one of Dallas’ oldest neighborhoods, with the largest collection of intact Victorian residential structures. It also has a modern touch, including mixeduse commercial and residential projects with restaurants, boutiques, art shops, and hotels. 30
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WEST VILLAGE West Village is known as Dallas “Uptown’s Downtown,” containing 275,000 square feet of retail and restaurants, and more than 5,000 residential units. This walkable shopping and dining district offers a variety of one-of-a-kind retail shops and boutiques, along with plenty of restaurants and entertainment options. Developed by Phoenix Property Co. and Urban Partners, West Village has direct access to the Katy Trail, McKinney Avenue Trolley, and DART rail and bus stations. 75
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BAYLOR Baylor University Medical Center anchors this district, which is comprised of pedestrian-friendly streets, historic homes, condos, and apartments. The Baylor District is home to several nonprofit organizations located along Swiss Avenue, as well as the Latino Cultural Center, Bryan Place neighborhood, and Exall Park. 75
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DEEP ELLUM Nestled east of downtown Dallas, Deep Ellum was established as Freedman’s Town by former slaves after the Civil War. In the 1880s, the area was considered too far from downtown Dallas to be a reputable address. Today, Deep Ellum is an eclectic entertainment district with a funky style consisting of avant garde shops, nightclubs, art galleries, restaurants, and loft and apartment developments. People who live here tend to eschew traditional styles and embrace the unique. 75
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Exposition Park’s focus is Fair Park, home to the State Fair of Texas in September and October. During that time, Exposition Park experiences hundreds of thousands of visitors, especially during the annual Oklahoma-Texas football game at the Cotton Bowl, known as the “Red River Showdown.” This East Dallas area includes boutique shops, and eclectic bars and restaurants. 30
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As one of Dallas’ most successfully branded destinations, the Design District consists of more than 300 specialty merchants offering a unique selection of art, furnishings, antiques, and designer goods. More than an attraction for interior designers, the Design District consists of numerous restaurants, residential, and other commercial projects that add to the district’s vitality, making it a blossoming community as well as a creative epicenter.
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As the front door to the Trinity River (downtown Dallas’ greatest natural asset), the Riverfront District has created the most significant change to the city’s skyline with the construction of the Margaret Hunt Hill Bridge, designed by internationally renowned architect and engineer Santiago Calatrava. From an array of unique antique shops to the famous tacos and longhorns of Fuel City, the Riverfront District is home to some of Dallas’ mostloved stops.
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WEST DALLAS This area has long been home to La Bajada, a largely Hispanic working-class neighborhood. When the Margaret Hunt Hill Bridge opened in 2012, it transformed the Dallas skyline, while bringing new interest and energy into the area. Trinity Groves, a 15-acre restaurant incubator at the foot of the bridge, was the first true sign of innovation and the harbinger to the future of West Dallas (in other words: build a microbrewery, and they will come). Developers have made significant investments in the area and have a number of new communities in the works. There is a surge in apartment construction, and plans are underway for offices, shops, an urban farm, and more. It’s not a stretch to say that West Dallas is poised to be the next big thing. 75
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This West Dallas neighborhood is a 100-acre, multiphased redevelopment of an area once containing light industrial buildings and warehouses. Trinity Groves’ first phase consists of a 10.3-acre restaurant/specialty food incubator. The 40-acre, mixed-use second phase includes the 352-unit Cypress at Trinity Groves. Finally, a 50-acre third phase is planned for mixed use. 30
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LA BAJADA The West Dallas neighborhood of La Bajada is north of the mixed-use Trinity Groves with views of downtown Dallas. The area is home to Hispanic families, many whom owned their homes for generations. With the opening of the Margaret Hunt Hill Bridge in 2012, this area is revitalizing with small apartment buildings and retail under construction. The area is also home to Urban Youth Farm Park, a community garden in West Dallas that provides youth hands-on outdoor education. 75
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THE CEDARS Home to a range of industries, creative office and living space, and affordablehousing options, The Cedars neighborhood is where you’ll find Dallas Heritage Village (a living history museum), American Beauty Mill lofts, and the popular annual Cedars Open Studios art tour. You’ll also find a growing base of urban dwellers throughout the area, making The Cedars a diverse, eclectic neighborhood. 75
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SOUTH SIDE “South Side” is named after South Side on Lamar, an adaptive reuse of the former Sears Catalog Merchandise Center. South Side consists of many prime landmarks, including Gilley’s performance hall, Poor David’s Pub, and the NYLO South Side Hotel, which features a hardto-beat view of downtown. Other landmarks in South Side include Jack Evans Police Headquarters and the administrative offices of the Dallas County Community College system. 75
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EDGEWOOD PLACE South Dallas Edgewood Place was once home to the Jewish community, and later on, African-American residents; many of today’s Edgewood inhabitants are from families who owned their houses for decades. Edgewood today is attracting the attention of young professionals and urban pioneers, who are quietly buying houses in need of renovation. Developers are interested as well, because of Edgewood’s proximity to Downtown, Deep Ellum, Farmers Market, and Baylor Medical Center. 75
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THE BOTTOMS The 126-acre Bottoms is bounded on the north by the Trinity River, and on the west by Interstate 35, with Corinth and Eighth Streets to the east and south, respectively. Best known for the Yvonne A. Ewell Townview Center School for the Talented and Gifted, one of the nation’s best high schools, as well as the Golden Gate Missionary Baptist Church, the city of Dallas is working with community stakeholders to revive the area.
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North Dallas is the site of some of Dallas’ wealthiest neighborhoods, including Preston Hollow, which consists of Old Preston Hollow and 12 small neighborhoods. Strait Lane in particular is a multimillion-dollar address of influencers. These estate-filled neighborhoods with shade-covered hills, private lakes, streams, and expansive grounds house dignitaries such as George W. Bush and Ross Perot, notable CEOs like Mark Cuban and T. Boone Pickens, and sports icons like Dirk Nowitzki and Roger Staubach. Famous architects like Frank Lloyd Wright designed a majority of the older mansions. But new, custom estates are the current trend. Predominately a family-centric community, many of the children get their education at the prestigious private school corridor within the area. As you travel north, the Preston Forest neighborhoods scale into ranch homes and prices drop slightly. Quick entry onto both the Dallas North Tollway and U.S. Highway 75 gives easy access to the rest of the city. Highend shopping and dining is found at Preston Center and the popular NorthPark Center.
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Far North Dallas is sandwiched between suburban Addison and Richardson, and bounded by Interstate 635 and Belt Line Road. Even residents have trouble distinguishing the lines between Dallas proper and their suburban neighbors—especially as the schools belong mostly to the Richardson ISD. The schools, plus proximity to shopping centers and equidistance between downtown and Frisco, attract many young families with children. The area was first developed in the ’70s and ’80s. Many homes date back to that era, but the home values vary. While made up of many neighborhoods, the North Dallas Neighborhood Alliance creates some cohesion. Of note are the 6.3-mile Preston Ridge Trail and the Galleria, a multistory mall featuring lots of shopping and an ice-skating rink.
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Even though it’s situated in the heart of Dallas, this enclave is actually composed of two independent entities: the Town of Highland Park and the City of University Park. Each maintains its own tax structures, police departments, school districts, and municipal operations. The well-to-do and influential live here, including Jerry Jones (Dallas Cowboys’ owner). In fact, some of the highest per-capita incomes in all of Texas reside within these ZIP codes. Home prices easily reach the millions. Boutique shopping is luxe, providing high levels of personal service at places like Highland Park Village, the oldest shopping center in the United States. While the houses are grand, the streets are lined with majestic oak trees. Lush green spaces are meticulously manicured. The presence of the private Southern Methodist University campus lends a quaint Ivy-League air to these small-but-wealthy towns. At Christmas, horse-drawn carriages carry crowds to view the awe-inspiring light shows of the decorated mansions. The Park Cities are also home to the Dallas Country Club, George W. Bush Presidential Library and Museum, and Snider Plaza.
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This pocket of Dallas has two distinct sections—residential and commercial. Neighborhoods developed in the late 1950s contain mid-century and ranch-style houses on mid-size lots. Public schools are highly rated and private schools are abundant. Park Forest is known for its community pool. Midway Hills is popular for the Disney Streets whose character-named streets attract high demand. Korea Town to the west, while mostly commercial, serves the largest Korean community in Texas. If you are looking for wholesale-only fabric and gift stores, cruise down Harry Hines Boulevard.
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Apartment complexes and retail dominate Northeast Dallas. The Village, made up of 17 complexes served by central services and a community country club, draws young professionals. Nearby are newly built and renovated ’50s complexes off University Drive which are popular with SMU students. North of Park Lane is a cluster of apartments called Vickery Meadows. It’s home to ethnically diverse families, including immigrants from all over the world. A pocket of midpriced ’50s-era housing communities are found east of Skillman Street. Housing is close to Presbyterian Hospital, shopping centers, and DART stations that line upper Greenville Avenue.
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Here’s a slice of Dallas north of Interstate 635 and east of U.S. Highway 75, just south of Richardson. Right at the corner of those intersecting freeways lies the sprawling headquarters of Texas Instruments, a global semiconductor design and manufacturing company. Close by, you’ll also find the campus of Richland Community College, with both accredited and youth or enrichment classes. For housing, expect a mix of lower-rent apartments alongside modestly priced homes built in the ’70s. The closer you get to the suburbs, the higher the prices go.
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1. North Oak Cliff People here are proud to represent a convergence of artists, musicians, and culture-rich Hispanic communities. While it’s one of the older neighborhoods, it has seen quite the resurgence in recent years. Renovations to the Bishop Arts District and several historic districts like Kessler Park, with its hills and Tudor-style homes, and Winnetka Heights, with Prairie and Craftsman-style houses, spurred the launch of independent restaurants and shops around family-owned Mexican restaurants and mercados. It strives to retain its open-minded, diverse character in the midst of its new popularity.
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When mentioning Oak Cliff, most are referring to North Oak Cliff, but the district actually encompasses four unique sections—and a huge amount of real estate.
3. Southeast Oak Cliff This is a haven of education with the campuses of both recently expanded University of North Texas at Dallas and Paul Quinn College. Big plans are in the works for the areas surrounding these schools.
Stevens Park Golf Course just saw a complete redesign by architect John Colligan and is open for public golfing. Kidd Springs Park offers walking trails and lots of outdoor opportunities. 2. East Oak Cliff East Oak Cliff is home to the Dallas Zoo, plus the No. 1 and No. 4 high schools in the nation—The School for the Talented and Gifted and the School of Science and Engineering Magnet at Yvonne A. Ewell Townview Center.
4. Central Oak Cliff Wynnewood North, named the Dallas Observer’s “Dallas’ Best Neighborhood” in 2012, is prized for its mid-century houses on gently sloping hills. The 263-acre Kiest Park is full of sports options. Oak Cliff Nature Preserve offers eight miles of trails.
EAST KESSLER Established in the late 1930s by developer Roy Eastus and the Stemmons Family, East Kessler’s chalk hills, combined with many doctors living there once earned it the designation of “Pill Hill.” These days, East Kessler Park is home to Methodist Dallas Medical Center, and is the furthest east of the Kessler Park neighborhoods in Oak Cliff. Crisscrossed by many creeks, this quiet residential area takes its street names from the many real estate figures who developed it, as well as the chalk hills embellishing it. 75
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LAKE CLIFF Lake Cliff takes its name from Cliff Park, which was constructed in the late 19th century. Many of the houses in this northern Oak Cliff neighborhood were built between 1890-1930; during this time, John Zang and Charles Mangoled built the Crystal Hill entertainment complex. Lake Cliff includes the historic 12-story Lake Cliff Towers, once a hotel and now an apartment complex. 75
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Warehouse-heavy, this entire section is filled with industrial and commercial property. Essentially an extension of the Design District, it’s starting to attract the attention of indie, artist-based businesses and a few trendy restaurants. Still, quite a bit of heavy machinery and production operations dominate the scene. Several large hotels are located along the freeway for which this neighborhood is named. Developers have been eyeing the properties for the proximity to the Medical District and the shortcut to Oak Cliff, so the landscape may change in the near future.
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People of Dallas love their heart-of-the-city airport, Love Field. Recently lifted flight restrictions make it busier than ever—and the nearby neighborhoods more popular than ever. Bluffview is an affluent area tucked around Inwood Village. Cliffs overlooking Bachman Branch, sometimes 50 feet high, give the neighborhood natural charm. Close by is Greenway Parks, a conservation district designed in 1927 in the English commons tradition of clustering houses around private parkways. Perry Heights, south of the landing strip, is a collection of prewar homes and condominiums. Expect big change in the Maple corridor as major development progresses.
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Does it surprise you that large, expanding hospitals congregate here? Parkland Hospital, made famous for treating President John F. Kennedy, Children’s Medical Center, UT Southwestern Medical Center, and Zale Lipshy University Hospital all stand shoulderto-shoulder, peppered with specialized care centers offering top-notch health-care services. Apartments are springing up to accommodate the growth. Next door, Dallas Market Center, The Apparel Mart, and the World Trade Center keep shops across the country stocked with wholesale goods. The Infomart houses Wade College and tech-centric offices.
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OAK LAWN Nestled between Highland Park and Interstate 35, which separates it from the Design District, Oak Lawn has a distinct culture. It’s affectionately called the “gayborhood” by locals for its high population of GLBT-friendly clubs, restaurants, shops, and events like the annual Halloween parade. But the mix of posh, high-rise apartments among renovated post-war homes draws kidless urban professionals of all ages and types who have fine tastes in decor and dining. Retail and restaurant options tend to be unique, ranging drastically from the highest-end to the character-filled and budget-friendly. A block away, Turtle Creek, a winding boulevard of shady green space and Reverchon Park, embodies high-culture attitude as exemplified with the Kalita Humphreys Theater and the five-star Mansion at Turtle Creek.
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Sought out for a mix of casual, foodie-centric restaurants and bars alongside older houses, this area rallies around its fun, all-inclusive spirit. You’ll hear it referred to as Lower Greenville, the M Streets, and Knox-Henderson, but it’s actually made up of lots of neighborhoods — many designated as conservation districts of Tudor homes and cottages. Historic mansions on Swiss Avenue neighbor two-story Prairie houses of Munger Place Historic District. Renovated ’60s apartment buildings line Gaston Avenue. Most everything off Ross Avenue is being rehabilitated. Families blend with young singles. Schools are community supported. It’s known for the St. Patrick’s Day Parade, Granada Theater, and joyous eating and drinking.
CITYPLACE The Cityplace District is bestknown for its 1.4-million-squarefoot 42-story office Cityplace Tower (served by a DART station), as well as the 275,000-squarefoot residential-and-retail West Village. Yet this 160-acre, master-planned, mixed-use community, bounded by Haskell and Lemmon Avenues and the Katy Trail also offers the tree-lined Haskell Boulevard, along with its more than 3 million square feet of residential property, 500,000 square feet of retail, and 1.6 million square feet of office space. 75
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BRYAN PLACE Originally named after Dallas founder John Neely Bryan, Bryan Place of East Dallas contains older houses and structures from the early 20th century, as well as 1980s houses developed by Fox & Jacobs. The primarily residential neighborhood offers townhomes, zero-lot garden homes, and close-by entertainment and restaurants; a 10-minute walk brings residents to the Dallas Arts District. Exall Park, complete with playgrounds, hiking trails, and sports fields, also defines Bryan Place. 75
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East of White Rock Lake is a host of diverse neighborhoods, plus the beloved Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden with the Rory Meyers Children’s Adventure Garden. Forest Hills rises up from the lake with larger homes and lots. Little Forest Hills is a funky, artistically minded bungalow community that loves to throw vivacious parades. Casa Linda, anchored by Casa Linda Plaza, uses Spanish words for all its street names. Mature trees fill the ’50s-developed neighborhood and the surrounding mid-priced housing areas of Eastwood, Lake Park Estates, and Lochwood. Bath House Cultural Center, just off the lake, features local art exhibits and plays. Public Tenison Golf Course and Samuell Grand Park with its summer Shakespeare Festivals are close by as well.
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It’s all about family in Lake Highlands. Maintained as a huge farm until 1940, the community is large, composed of more than 40 neighborhoods, but flush with green space, parks, and a creek trail that leads to White Rock Lake. Officially established in 1946, the area was heavily developed throughout the ’60s. There are many value homes to be found here. While part of Dallas, most of the public schools actually fall into the Richardson ISD. That includes Lake Highlands High School, top-ranked nationally. Morgan Fairchild went there, as did recent Grammy winner Annie Clark, a.k.a. St. Vincent.
LAKEWOOD Tight-knit, eclectic in nature, and situated alongside White Rock Lake, Lakewood is adored for character close to downtown. CNN Money ranked it ninth for “Best BigCity” neighborhoods. Prized architects Charles Dilbeck and Clifford Hutsell designed many houses with modern or Spanish styles. Craftsman or Prairie styles fill Junius Heights Historic District. While houses are updated and urban sensibilities integrated, lifestyle here is not unlike the idyllic way it began. Folks still go to the Lakewood Shopping Center landmarked with the Lakewood Theater; walk, run, bike, row, and sail around the lake; or play golf at Lakewood Country Club. And kids still go to Woodrow Wilson High School, one of many International Baccalaureate high schools in Texas. PHOTO: PAUL MANAK
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A section of neighborhoods closest to the southern tip of White Rock Lake features tree-filled yards and one-story ranch houses from the ’60s that make great starter homes. Grouped together as White Rock Hills, this area includes Claremont, Casa Linda Forest, and Hillridge. Casa View, built in the post-war building boom, has gained attention as a bargain opportunity. The Creative Arts Center, a neighborhood gem, teaches visual arts classes. Eastfield College offers two-year degrees and continuing education. Private Dallas Athletic Club offers golf and tennis.
With roots tracing back to the early 1800s, much of Southeast Dallas is encompassed by the Trinity River green space. It includes the Trinity River Audubon Center—a nature preserve with hiking and biking trails and a bird sanctuary. Across Elam Creek is McCommas Bluff Preserve—a 111-acre wooded preserve. It’s also home to the Trinity Forest Aerial Adventure Park and Texas Horse Park. Because of the scenery, this area is slated for future development.
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FAIR PARK Built to host the Texas Centennial Exposition in 1936, Fair Park is a historically protected collection of Art Deco buildings housing museums and exhibits. But everybody knows it as the grounds for the State Fair of Texas. The annual spectacular is a sight like no other. Year-round, people visit the Texas Discovery Gardens, the Music Hall at Fair Park, Starplex Pavillion, The African American Museum, the Children’s Aquarium, and games at the Cotton Bowl. A new initiative by the city just launched to revitalize both the park and the surrounding neighborhoods. Stay tuned. 75
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South of downtown and surrounding Fair Park, these predominantly AfricanAmerican and Hispanicinhabited neighborhoods are pushing to rise again. Big initiatives by the city, joined by the Dallas Regional Chamber, are underway to invigorate capital improvements and incentivized development. Work on the wetlands of the Trinity River is underway to provide public enjoyment of the habitat. The South Boulevard/Park Row Historic district is undergoing a revival. Parkdale/ Urbandale near the Keeton Park Golf Course is striving for the same. Proximity to the city offers great growth promise.
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BILLY EARL DADE MIDDLE SCHOOL
Grand Park South (GPS) is a 228-acre tax-increment finance (TIF) District in South Dallas and adjacent to historic Fair Park with access to downtown and DART’s light rail green line. Recent development in the district includes 6,000 square feet of retail, 30 single-family homes, and a $36 million, 213,616-square-foot middle school that opened in 2013. 75
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South Boulevard/ Park Row Historic District is part of the Edgewood Historic District in South Dallas. The two-block neighborhood consists of 100 houses on South Boulevard and Park Row which were built by the Jewish community in the early 20th century when Temple Emanu-El was at Harwood Street and South Boulevard. This area is revitalizing with a mix of relatively intact Prairie School, Craftsman bungalow, and historical revival style homes by prominent Dallas Architects of the period 1910-1935. 30
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Named for a grove of cottonwood trees, Pleasant Grove was once its own town until annexed in 1954 and combined with other small communities. It’s home to Skyline High—the nation’s first magnet school and 12th largest high school in America. And it is home to The Trinity Forest Golf Course, which will host the most successful professional charity golf event on the PGA tour — the AT&T Byron Nelson — beginning this year. Also housed there will be SMU’s golf program and First Tee of Greater Dallas.
Mountain Creek Lake, the namesake, is actually a reservoir designed to cool the Electric Power Plant. Today, Dallas Baptist University resides in the hills overlooking the water. Not far away is Potter’s House, led by Oprah-favorite Bishop T.D. Jakes, which gathers large worshipping crowds. The Dallas-Fort Worth National Cemetery rests near the lake. Not only is there access to the park and soccer fields in Mountain Creek Lake Park, but Joe Pool Lake is mere minutes away. Though in Dallas County, residents are educated through the Duncanville ISD.
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DALLAS BAPTIST UNIVERSITY
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Hard-working families that are generally Texasborn-and-bred live in the section between Oak Cliff and Duncanville. One nice perk: Housing costs are about half of the Dallas average. The Dallas Executive Airport flies out of Red Bird, maintaining aircraft and making sure those doing business in downtown can fly out at a moment’s notice. For hikers looking for a challenge, head to difficult-rated Boulder Park Trail. Golf enthusiasts will want to experience the last Perry Maxwell-designed course at The Golf Club of Dallas.
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Quality of life starts with finding Bay the Runaway right community. The Dallas region is surrounded byParadise dozens of distinctive suburban communities that offer their own unique charms. Looking for a community with a historic downtown, eclectic shops, and restaurants? We’ve got that. What about a master-planned community with a golf course and access to great schools? We’ve got that, too. Whether you prefer to live on a lake, in wide-Springtown open spaces, or near a rodeo, great mall, or nature preserve, there’s a community that’s right Sanctuary for you. In a region that’s so richly diverse, it won’t be easy deciding where to hang your hat.
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Lake Worth
Colleyville
North Richland Hills
Watauga
Saginaw
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Irving
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Richland Hills
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Oak Point
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Lakeside
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Pantego
Fort Worth
Benbrook
Annetta South
Grand Prairie
Dalworthington Gardens Forest Hill
Edgecliff Village
Kennedale
Arlington
Everman
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Burleson
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Briaroaks
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Mesquite Cockrell Hill
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CRAIG KESSLER CITY: Dallas NEIGHBORHOOD: Lakewood COMPANY/TITLE: Topgolf, Chief Operating Officer When did you move here? Where from? I moved Thanksgiving 2016 from New York City. Where else have you lived? Before moving to Dallas I lived in Chicago, D.C., New York, Boston, London, and quite a few others.
neighborhoods throughout the DFW metroplex. We ended up choosing Lakewood, and we couldn’t be happier with our decision.
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“WE MOVED TO LAKEWOOD BECAUSE OF ITS CLASSIC NEIGHBORHOOD FEEL.”
What made you decide to choose Dallas? Topgolf was a huge driver for my family’s move. I fell in love with the people and the company. I had been traveling back and forth from New York every week for seven months, and I was surprised by how attached I had gotten to the city of Dallas. Moving here was a no-brainer.
How has your opinion of Dallas-Fort Worth changed since moving here? It has really impressed us. The food scene, the nightlife, the family activities, cost of living, etc., have made this a very easy transition. More importantly, the warm hospitality that our friends and neighbors continue to extend makes us feel at home. Tell us about Lakewood. We moved to Lakewood because of its classic neighborhood feel. Our neighbors are quickly beginning to feel like family, and we’ve already started a weekly Sunday night neighborhood wiffle ball tournament. The area also has great public schools. My wife and I were both raised going to public school, and sending our kids to Lakewood Elementary is very important to us.
How did you choose which part of town to live in? It all came down to research for us. We talked to a lot of people, and we spent every weekend for two months driving around to different
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Suburban North is a geyser of growth. Shooting up from I-635 and hugged by U.S. 75 and I-35N is a mix of mini metropolises, burgeoning country towns, mid-size steadies with newfound popularity, and tons of new construction. Many used to be commuting cities, but with major headquarters taking residence left and right, there is no longer a need to drive far. Did this explosion happen overnight? It seems like it. But even with dizzy expansion and overarching shared sensibilities, each of these communities carved out niches of their own.
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FRISCO
You may not believe that a mere 15 years ago, Frisco was farmland. Now it is a bustling microcosm exploding with growth. The fabled “$5 Billion Mile” along the Dallas North Tollway is creating an entertainment wonderland. Even the Dallas Cowboys are moving its training facilities to The Star on the mile, joining a host of sporting activities already at play in the city. The Dr Pepper Ballpark, featuring the Frisco RoughRiders baseball team, and Toyota Stadium, with soccer stars FC Dallas, are just two of many examples. And shopping is plentiful, including Stonebriar Centre Mall and the region’s only Ikea. Families thrive with activities at the Frisco Athletic Center with its new indoor water park, Frisco Commons with the town’s largest playground system, and Frisco Discovery Center for science.
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EAST FRISCO East of the Dallas North Tollway, this includes some of the safest and best neighborhoods for kids, like Dominion at Panther Creek, according to the Dallas Morning News. WEST FRISCO West of the Dallas North Tollway, this area has many gated communities and includes the Stonebriar District.
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“We chose Frisco because of its philosophy on keeping the high school—and therefore the middle schools and elementary schools—smaller.”
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TRICK-A-TROUT KID FISH 3,000 Rainbow Trout are released in the Frisco Commons pond for kids under 16 every February.
HALL OFFICE PARK
MOTHER-SON/ DADDY-DAUGHTER DANCES Two citywide dances are held in the winter and fall of each year. EASTER EGGSTRAVAGANZA More than 80,000 Easter eggs for children ages 12 and under are hidden at Toyota Soccer Center along with bounce houses, face painting, and photos with the Easter bunny. Special-needs children get their own field. It’s all free.
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PROUDEST OF: Population and development growth
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BIG RECENT NEWS/ NEW DEVELOPMENT: The $5 Billion Mile is a one-mile stretch of road along the Dallas North Tollway in Frisco with construction totaling $5.4 billion in investment.
SURPRISING FACT: Art abounds in Frisco with more than 100 pieces in Hall Office Park, including the Texas Sculpture Garden, and more than 50 publicly owned sculptures throughout Frisco. PHOTO: ANDREW SMITH
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OUTDOOR GEMS: Hope Park is an all-accessible park meant for children with special needs and their friends to enjoy together. GET INVOLVED: Frisco’s volunteer program enhances city services while offering residents an opportunity to gain skills and positively impact their community.
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“The neighborhoods are beautiful. There are so many parks and exciting places to discover. Most importantly, Plano has exceptional schools and a great reputation. I love having the perfect blend of suburban life and all the perks, not too far from the city!”
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— SARAH CRILLEY, WEST PLANO
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Constantly appearing on Best City lists, Plano is a darling of suburbs. Families fill acres of affordableplanned neighborhoods and shopping centers. Corporate headquarters are flocking to new developments like Legacy West. While Plano is a commutable distance to just about anywhere, jobs increasingly will be within miles, as is every other modern amenity you might want: parks and trails, diverse restaurants, entertainment one-stops, churches of all denominations, major hospitals, and family-friendly events. Though active for decades, Plano really started making a name for itself 20 years ago. The city concentrated its efforts on building a strong public school system. Combine that with being able to get a bigger, newer house for less than in the city, and families moved here. The spread continues west even today. While it grows older in some parts, Plano works to keep vibrancy and progress up-to-date, which may be why so many corporate headquarters have chosen it to build national campuses in the city.
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REGIONS/NEIGHBORHOODS EAST PLANO This includes the oldest communities of Plano, like Historic Downtown, Old Towne, Douglass Community, and Haggard Park. You’ll find it diverse in culture, housing types, and styles. For example, a strong Asian community thrives in the Woodlands/Fairfield, while Ranch Estates is known for large lots, ranch homes, and animals. CENTRAL PLANO You’ll find single-family, ranch-style homes mostly from 1970s and 1980s with mature trees. It has been named the best neighborhood in 2014 by the Dallas Morning News.
FAR WEST PLANO This is a community of hills and large, contemporary-style homes. NORTH PLANO Homes were built in the 2000s here, which has a more diverse population, including a large Asian population. Residents stay active at Russell Creek Park.
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WEST PLANO The area is well-known for two story homes that are three or four times larger than homes in Central Plano, like Willowbend. Granite has an urban appearance and high-rises. It’s home to the mixed-use destination Shops at Legacy and will be home to the highly anticipated West Legacy.
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PLANO BALLOON FESTIVAL In September, the night and morning skies are illuminated with hot air balloons for three days, while the ground is filled with music, food, and family-centric fun. planoballoonfest.org
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INTERNATIONAL FESTIVAL Fall Zero Waste festival celebrates more than 100 cultures in the city through fashion, food, performances, children’s free activities, booths, and a fitness/wellness fair. planointernationalfestival.org
ASIAFEST A family-friendly day in May exhibits all the different cultures of Asia with traditional costumes, food, and exhibitions. asianamericanheritage.org
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ARBOR HILLS NATURE PRESERVE
BIG RECENT NEWS/ NEW DEVELOPMENT: Toyota, State Farm, and Liberty Mutual are moving their headquarters to Plano. PROUDEST OF: Public school performance, libraries, and number of corporate headquarters based in Plano. GET INVOLVED: Find volunteer opportunities: plano.gov/213/VolunteersIn-Plano. OUTDOOR GEMS: Arbor Hills Nature Preserve is a 200-acre park with 56 miles of trails criss-crossing the city. SURPRISING FACT: Plano is home to the largest collection of cricket fields in the Southwest. DART RAIL ACCESS: LINES: Red Line (full) , Orange Line (peak hours; weekdays only) NUMBER OF STATIONS: 2 APPROXIMATE TIME TO DOWNTOWN: 37 minutes PHOTO: ANDREW SMITH
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McKINNEY In a sea of new construction, McKinney is an island of character. Not that it doesn’t have plenty of new growth—it does. Town Square, dotted with quirky shops and inventive eateries bustling with events, plus a large, well-persevered historic district and new neighborhoods set it apart from the surrounding suburbs. Progressive-minded planners worked to create a city that brought to life all the glory of its past and natural attributes with modern sensibilities. Money Magazine took notice, listing McKinney as the No. 1 place to live in America for 2014.
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EASTSIDE This includes well-established communities like Eldorado (one of the first master-planned communities with more than 700 homes and mature trees surrounding a country club) and the 30-block historic district, which dates from 1890s, and is the second-largest historic district in Texas. WESTSIDE The newer side of McKinney is made up of many unique planned neighborhoods, including:
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Craig Ranch – A 2,500-acre community anchored by the Tournament Players Club, which was named one of the 10 Best Courses in Texas by Golf Digest. Stonebridge Ranch – The largest planned community in the city, made up of 68 distinctive villages ranging from houses in the $160s to more than $2 million. It’s integrated with hills, lakes, and miles of hike-and-bike trails.
Adriatica – New homes inspired by the ancient beauty of a Croatian village in the Adriatic Sea. A future development will include a replica of St. Mark’s Square in Venice. Westridge – Seven neighborhoods positioned around a golf course and weaved with hike-andbike trails and a community park.
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Tucker Hill – Neighborhoods that recreate an Americana feel, incorporating aspects of historic communities in architecture, horticulture, sidewalks, parks, and open spaces into a newly built community.
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MAJOR ANNUAL EVENTS OKTOBERFEST Find authentic German music, traditional costumes, dancing, and a beer garden that covers a total of 14 blocks throughout McKinney’s Historic Downtown square. mckinneyoktoberfest.com HOME FOR THE HOLIDAYS Enjoy horse-drawn carriages, traveling carolers, visits with Santa Claus, a Christmas tree lighting ceremony, and activities for all ages. downtownmckinney. com ARTS IN BLOOM See more than 150 local and regional artists showcase their talents throughout the 12-block area of downtown. RED WHITE & BOOM!: Celebrate Independence Day with a free parade and classic car, truck, and cycle show that starts in downtown and ends with music and fireworks at the McKinney Soccer Complex at Craig Ranch.
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BIG RECENT NEWS/ NEW DEVELOPMENT: McKinney Urban Village is a $30 million mixed use and health science district to up the medical offerings in McKinney. PROUDEST OF: Downtown Square and accompanying events, and its No. 1 city ranking. SURPRISING FACT: Home to Franconia Brewing Company, a local brewery with German beer-making methods.
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OUTDOOR GEMS: Heard Museum and Wildlife Sanctuary is a 289-acre habitat for native and endemic wildlife species, winding with trails from diverse ecosystems, for the primary purpose of educating children about nature. GET INVOLVED: Volunteer McKinney helps residents find volunteer opportunities and support local nonprofits and community groups. volunteermckinney.org
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“The school district is wonderful, and our children love their schools and teachers. My wife and I have been so impressed with the curriculum, administration, and staff. They all have such a strong interest in our children having a safe, strong environment to learn and get the most of their education. ”
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UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT DALLAS
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As a first‑ring suburb of Dallas, residents of Richardson love the close proximity to the urban experience of the inner city. But make no mistake, the town has a culture and community feel of its very own. Families clamor to enroll in RISD schools, known for teachers who go above and beyond to see students succeed and a progressive set of magnet programs. People who want a taste of international flavor visit for Bollywood films, true Dim Sum, ethnic grocery stores, Persian delicacies, temples, mosques, and worldly excursions of all kinds. In fact, almost 40 percent of Richardson residents identify as an ethnicity other than Caucasian. Telecom Corridor’s massive presence is filled with work opportunities. New live-work-play areas were built around several DART stations. Houses are a mix of ages and sought after by era along with a recent trend of new builds. Acclaimed festivals and the Eisemann Center for Performing Arts up the culture and music quotient while the University of Texas at Dallas promotes higher learning.
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WEST RICHARDSON The area west of U.S. 75 contains sought-after neighborhoods Canyon Creek, with ranch and mid-century modern homes, and Richardson Heights, filled with its ranch homes being redeveloped by young professionals and families. It’s known for its tree-lined streets.
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EAST RICHARDSON The area east of U.S. 75 with neighborhoods from a range of different eras is filled with diversity in culture, food, and shops. It’s where you’ll find the Telecom Corridor and the new Cityline Development. East Richardson is also home to DFW Chinatown, a strip of Chinese restaurants and businesses on Greenville Avenue. THE PANHANDLE The northeast part of the city is filled with new, larger homes and the 416acre Breckinridge Park.
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“The school’s communication is tremendous. We are in constant communication with teachers about where our kids are. They teach the kids at their level so they have groups within classes. ”
WILDFLOWER! MUSIC FESTIVAL This three-day, outdoor family event in May is one of the best deals going. Catch more than 80 musical acts on five stages, including well-known rock, indie, and country groups for a relatively low ticket price. An art guitar auction, live butterfly habitat, an activity filled kids’ area, song and art competitions, and other extras are just icing on the cake. wildflowerfestival.com
— JEFF COUSENS, RICHARDSON RESIDENT
COTTONWOOD ARTS FESTIVAL This semiannual event features juried, museum-quality works from the nation’s top visual artists in 14 categories. Located in Cottonwood Park, this prestigious art show has been a part of Richardson life for more than 40 years. It includes an ArtStop kids’ area and local bands performing throughout. Admission in both May and October is free. cottonwoodartfestival.com
SANTA’S VILLAGE This tiny Christmas kids’ town is open during the entire month of December with activities at each dwelling. Hometown Thursdays are reserved for Richardson residents only.
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PROUDEST OF: Proximity to Dallas, RISD public schools, and the diverse cultures and ethnic food offerings for its residents.
HEIGHTS FAMILY AQUATIC CENTER
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HUFFHINES ART TRAILS Every year during the fourth weekend in October, the tree-lined trails of Huffhines Park come alive with close to 200 exhibiting artists and craftsmen to choose from. It includes a kids’ scavenger hunt, activity area, and local entertainment, and it’s free. huffhinesarttrails.com
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BIG RECENT NEWS/ NEW DEVELOPMENT: CityLine, a $1.5 billion development, is still under construction. It will support a daytime population of 16,000 people and include two major parks, State Farm and Raytheon offices, a DART station, two hotels, entertainment options, apartments, and stores galore. SURPRISING FACT: Between 69-110 acres of mixed wildflowers are seeded in three seasons every year in public areas and the roadsides in an annual citywide planting program. OUTDOOR GEMS: The Heights Family Aquatic Center is a city-run water park, complete with water slides, a current channel, and beachfront entry. GET INVOLVED: Richardson volunteers take on community projects throughtout the city.
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Allen took its small-town family feel and supersized it. For instance, it’s still a one high school town, but with the largest high school enrollment in Texas at 6,000 students. Its football stadium rivals professional operations with seating capacity for 18,000. The Eagles were football state champions in 2014 and three years prior. A good 20 percent of the city’s population comes out each week to root for the home team. But the entertainment isn’t all about Friday night lights. Allen Event Center puts on major concerts, national shows, and hockey games. The Edge is the state’s largest outdoor skate park. Hydrous Wake Park keeps the kids cool, as does KidMania, one of the largest handicap-accessible playgrounds and spray grounds in Texas. Watters Creek offers fun times and shopping all in one.
PHOTO: CITY OF ALLEN
ALLEN
PHOTO: CITY OF ALLEN
COMMUNITIES
EAGLE STADIUM
REGIONS/NEIGHBORHOODS ALLEN PUBLIC LIBRARY
EAST ALLEN Everything east of US‑75 is the original downtown plus a mix of newer and older homes nestled among mature trees and parks. WEST ALLEN Most homes west of US‑75 were built in the last 15 years. This area has upscale housing, much of which sits along creekside trails. Twin Creeks is a masterplanned golf course community, and Watters Creek is a mixed‑use center with shopping, dining, and midrise apartments.
PROUDEST OF: High school sports, especially football. OUTDOOR GEMS: Allen boasts 800 acres of developed park land and nearly 50 miles of hiking and nature trails, including Connemara Conservancy, a 70-acre nature preserve. SURPRISING FACT: Its railroad water reservoir stone dam is thought to be the only one left in the United States. Allen’s Collin College campus is located inside Allen High School.
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QUICK FACTS
BIG RECENT NEWS: The city will join the big leagues with a new $85 million convention center at Watters Creek.
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No.
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Best City for First-Time Home Buyers — Wallethub, 2014
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ADDISON
— CJ COMU, ADDISON RESIDENT
LITTLE ELM
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“Lewisville is central; I have everything I need in just a 10-mile radius. Just in the past year, there has been so much growth around where I live.” — SHAMS JUMA, LEWISVILLE LOCAL
The town is dedicated to its residents, charging city staff to find a way to say yes to service requests. You’ll find evidence of this in details like the Addison Athletic Club, a 52,000-squarefoot, residents-only facility, and the Treehouse, an incubator for small businesses. Addison Circle, with the landmark BluePrint sculpture, is event-centric, known regionwide for Kaboom Town fireworks on the Fourth of July and Oktoberfest in the fall. Also popular are the holiday lights at the 12-acre Vitruvian Park. The smallish town just north of Dallas has more than 175 restaurants, and the Belt Line strip within is often called Restaurant Row. Other places of interest include the Water Tower Theatre and the Addison Airport.
KABOOM TOWN INDEPENDENCE DAY CELEBRATION
PHOTOS: TOWN OF ADDISON
“It’s a great place to live! We have a community of people that cares about the city and are passionate about its future. We also love the many trails in Addison.”
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LEWISVILLE CITY HALL
COMMUNITIES
LEWISVILLE
The local gem is the namesake lake, a 29,000-acre reservoir so full of fish that it is known as the Urban Bass Fishing Capital of Texas. With 233 miles of shoreline and 9,000 natural acres, Lake Lewisville is an outdoor lover’s paradise. The attached 622-acre park sits on the lake’s south shore. It’s also home to Lewisville Lake Environmental Learning Area, a 2,000-acre urban wilderness nature preserve below the lake dam. Lest you think it is all outdoors, be assured Lewisville has more retail space per capita than any other city in the area. Western Days, a free two-day festival held annually since 1964, brings in top country music and holds the official World Tamale Eating Championship.
A beach in North Texas? Yep. Along Lake Lewisville are miles of sand, fire pits, a pavilion and snack bar, 10 regulation volleyball courts, an amphitheater, and playground. Little Elm has 66 miles of shoreline within its city limits and a Lake Attitude to go along with it. As you can imagine, community events throughout the year center around the waterfront, including Christmas on the Beach.
ADDISON CIRCLE
PHOTOS: CITY OF LITTLE ELM
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CARROLLTON
THE COLONY
The city boasts that it is 20 minutes from everything. It is slated to be a rail transit hub, with travel going in six directions over the next two decades. Downtown Carrollton’s charming, old buildings contain small jewelers, boutiques, and restaurants. The center gazebo stands watch while railroad tracks weave among pedestrians. Public school children, for the most part, attend the Carrollton-Farmers Branch ISD.
This is one growing city. Affectionately known as “the city by the lake,” The Colony features 23 miles of shoreline along Lake Lewisville and two lake parks. But the big news is the new construction occurring. Two nature-centric, master planned communities, Austin Ranch and The Tribute, just arrived, as did the state’s only Nebraska Furniture Mart, a Top Golf, and an 80-acre sports facility called The Colony Five Star.
CARROLLTON MUNICIPAL CENTER
PHOTO: CITY OF CARROLLTON
HIDDEN COVE PARK AND MARINA
PHOTOS: CITY OF THE COLONY
PHOTO: R. CROAKY / CC
THE TRIBUTE GOLF LINKS CLUBHOUSE
PROSPER PR0SPER HIGH SCHOOL
GENTLE CREEK GOLF CLUB
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It’s the second-fastest growing community in North Texas, according the 2014 census bureau. Houses are going up on old farmland to fill the Frisco overflow, including the 2,000acre Windsong Ranch planned community. The new builds won’t come cheap, as the median home price is around $400,000.
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HALL OFFICE PARK, FRISCO
PHOTO: CITY OF FRISCO
Gainesville
WEST COLLIN COUNTY BY THE NUMBERS 2017
2022
Population
482,197
549,272
Chico Households
173,809
196,721
2.77
2.79
Alvord
Average Household Size Median Age
36.6
36.8
$100,067
$105,563
Average Household Income
$127,038
$140,818
Per Capita IncomeParadise
$45,923
$50,559
Decatur
Lake Median Bridgeport Household Income Bridgeport Runaway Bay
Boyd
RACE AND ETHNICITY
2017
White Alone
312,997
PERCENT
43,045
American Indian Alone Springtown
2,130
COUNTY
Newark 8.9%
53,868
Pecan Acres
0.4% 2,306 TARRANT
COUNTY
Asian Alone
84,412 Reno 17.5% Pelican113,719 Bay
Pacific Islander Alone
Sanctuary 296
0.1% Azle
16,696
3.5%
20,981
3.8%
Hispanic Origin (Any Race)
70,074
Lakeside
Annetta North
Oak Point
Ponder
Hickory Argyle Creek Copper Canyon Highland Village Bartonville
Northlake EDUCATIONAL ATTAINMENT Double Oak
(Population 25+)
Flower Mound
TOTAL
Westlake
High School Graduate
83,687 Lake Worth 15.2% River Oaks White SettlementWestover Hills
Grapevine
Keller
GED/Alternative Credential
Hills
Bachelor’s Degree
Haltom City
Bedford
Hurst
Lewisville
Fairview Allen The Colony
Lucas Parker
Hebron
St. Paul
Plano Murphy
315,717
Wylie
2.4% Coppell 10.8%
Sachse
Richardson
Carrollton Addison
Garland
Farmers Branch
Rowlett
17.8%
North
Richland Associate Degree
2017
1.6%
Some College, No Degree Colleyville Watauga Blue Mound
Frisco
3.0% Grapevine
Southlake
Lowry Crossing
Little Elm Shady Shores
Corinth
20.7%
Two or More Races
Willow Park
McKinney
9th-12th Grade, No DiplomaLake
4.8% Saginaw
New Hope
Prosper
0.4% Haslet
26,473
Prosper
Cross Roads
9.8%
4.7%
Hudson Oaks
Denton
Roanoke Trophy Club Grade Less Than 9th
22,619
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60.4%
0.1%
Melissa
Krugerville
Frisco
Justin
Eagle Mountain372 CDP
Weston
Celina Aubrey
Krum
DENTON COUNTY PERCENT
Some Other Race Alone
14.5%
Anna
Celina
Rhome
64.9%WISE 331,551
Briar CDP
Black Alone
2022
Aurora
Pilot Point
WEST COLLIN Sanger COUNTY COMMUNITIES
DISH
New Fairview
COMMUNITIES
Collin County is a unique blend of new leading edge urban, mixed with traditional, a great quality of life with a business/technology friendly environment. Collin County is one of the fastestgrowing counties in Texas and the nation. More than 900,000 people, a rapidly-growing list of corporate headquarters, and two professional sports teams have chosen this part of North Texas as home. Two large communities — Plano and Frisco — make up West Collin County, Sherman which has every modern amenity you might want from parks and trails to restaurants, shopping, and entertainment.
Euless
Graduate/Professional Degree
7.0% Irving 36.6%
University Park Highland Park
Sunnyvale
20.8%
Richland Hills
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Balch Springs
Mesquite
Pri
FIELDHOUSE USA
CENTRAL PARK
PHOTO: FRISCO CVB
You might not believe that a mere 20 years ago, Frisco was farmland. Now, it is a bustling microcosm of its own and simply exploding with growth. Even the Dallas Cowboys have moved their training facilities to Frisco, joining a host of sports activity already in play. The Dr Pepper Ballpark featuring the Frisco RoughRiders baseball team and Toyota Stadium with soccer stars FC Dallas are just two of many examples. And shopping? It is plentiful, including Stonebriar Centre Mall and Ikea. The area thrives with activities for families, such as the Frisco Athletic Center with its new indoor water park, Frisco Commons with the town’s largest playground system, and Frisco Discovery Center for science. Something new and exciting opens almost daily, which means we’re just seeing the beginning of all Frisco is to become.
PHOTO: FRISCO CVB
FRISCO
PHOTO: FRISCO CVB
COMMUNITIES
WEST COLLIN COUNTY
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HISTORIC DOWNTOWN PLANO
Constantly appearing on “Best City” lists, Plano is a darling of suburbs. Families fill acres of affordable planned neighborhoods, and there are shopping centers galore. Corporate headquarters are flocking to new developments like Legacy West, so while Plano is a commutable distance to just about anywhere, increasingly the jobs will be within miles. That, and every other modern amenity you might want — parks and trails like Arbor Hill Nature Preserve, restaurants, entertainment one-stops such as Shops at Legacy, churches of all denominations, major hospitals, and family-friendly events like the annual balloon festival.
COMMUNITIES
PLANO
THE SHOPS AT LEGACY PHOTO: CITY OF PLANO
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EAST COLLIN COUNTY
n Oaks
Two large communities – Allen and McKinney – make up most of East Collin County. This area is home to Allen Premium Outlets, Watters Creek, the Heard Museum, and historic downtown McKinney.
Sherman Gainesville
PHOTOS: DREW SMITH
Bridgeport
ALLEN PUBLIC LIBRARY
EAST COLLIN COUNTY BY THE NUMBERS Pilot Point
2017
2022
Sanger
Alvord
Population
362,664
417,642
Households
119,242
137,036
Average Household Size
3.02
Median Age
34.7
34.8
$96,519
$103,788
$118,113
$132,458
Decatur Income Median Household
Average Household Income
EAST COLLIN COUNTY COMMUNITIES
Parker FairviewKrugervilleMurphy Wylie Lucas Allen
3.03
Krum
Denton
Oak Point
Paradise
RACE AND ETHNICITY
2017
Boyd
PERCENT 2022 DENTON
Briar CDP
Northlake
Double Oak
64.00%
TOTAL
11.30%
51,595
12.40%
Less Than 9th Grade
0.60%
2,406
0.60%
Westlake
Pecan Acres
Springtown Asian Alone Reno Pacific Islander Alone
39,663 TARRANT COUNTY
10.90%
Haslet 56,519
13.50%
282 Pelican Bay
0.10%
375
0.10% Keller
Eagle Mountain 19,341 CDP
5.30%
23,060
5.50%
Sanctuary Some Other Race Alone
Azle
Two or More Races
12,624
Hispanic Origin (Any Race)
56,627
Lakeside
15.60%
Lake Worth
Blue Mound
68,897
Grapevine
Southlake
GED/Alternative Grapevine Credential Some College, No Degree
Euless
Irving
Graduate/Professional Degree
St. Paul
Plano
226,013
Murphy
Lavon
Wylie
C C
3.00% Addison
2.30%
Farmers Branch
F
Garland
Rockwall Rowlett
20.20%
16.00%
Sachse
Richardson
Carrollton 13.50%
8.40%
Bedford
Lucas Parker
Hebron
33.80%
Hurst
Richland Hills 4 4 / D A L L A S REG I O N R E L O C AT I O N + NRiver EWCOMER GUIDE Oaks White Willow Park Settlement
The 2017 Colony
Bachelor’s Degree
Richland Hills
F
Fairview
Associate Degree Colleyville
16.50%
Haltom City
9th-12th Grade, No Diploma
Princeton
Frisco
2.80%
Lake Graduate High School Coppell
North 3.50% Saginaw 16,317Watauga3.90%
Lowry Crossing
Allen
Flower Mound
Roanoke Trophy Club
McKinney
Little Elm
Lewisville
267,368
Newark2,176
American Indian Alone
New Hope
Hickory Creek
Copper
Rhome 68.30% 247,752
WISE 40,824 COUNTY
Black Alone
Prosper
EDUCATIONAL Canyon Highland ATTAINMENT Village25+) Bartonville(Population
PERCENT
COUNTY
Aurora
White Alone
Argyle
Justin
Blue Ri
Melissa
Shady Shores
Corinth DISH
New Fairview
Weston
Celina
Aubrey
Cross Roads McKinney
Ponder $43,653 $39,056
Per Capita Income
Anna
McL Ch
University Park Highland Park
Heath Sunnyvale
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RO CO
Forney
EAST COLLIN COUNTY
HISTORIC DOWNTOWN MCKINNEY
What was once a small town has now blossomed into a mini metropolis. While McKinney has modern advantages, it maintains an active, charming town square and historical district, creating a perfect concoction. It is home to The Heard Museum with its wildlife sanctuary, a skatepark, two disc golf courses, and historical villages and museums for family outings.
PHOTO: ANDREW SMITH
Wolfe City
COLLIN COLLEGE
idge
COMMUNITIES
McKINNEY
Celeste
Commerce
Neylandville
Farmersville
Campbell
Greenville
Caddo Mills
Josephine Nevada
COLLIN COUNTY
Lone Oak
Royse City
Union Valley
Fate
OCKWALL OUNTY
AUFMAN OUNTY
HUNT COUNTY
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Hawk Cove
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Lendonhisholm
Quinlan
West Tawakoni
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This wholesome community was newly built for families. Allen ISD has the largest high school in Texas with an enrollment of 6,000 students. Its football stadium rivals professional operations with seating capacity for 18,000. The Eagles were football state champions in 2014 and three years prior. But the entertainment isn’t all about Friday night lights. Allen Event Center puts on major concerts and national shows. Hydrous Wake Park keeps the kids cool, as does KidMania, one of the largest handicapped-accessible playgrounds and spray grounds in Texas. Watters Creek offers fun times and shopping all in one.
PHOTO: ANDREW SMITH
ALLEN
PHOTO: CITY OF ALLEN
COMMUNITIES
EAST COLLIN COUNTY
ALLEN STATION PARK PHOTO: CITY OF ALLEN
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NORTHWEST DALLAS COUNTY COMMUNITIES
Addison Carrollton Coppell Farmers Branch Irving Las Colinas
PHOTO:UNIVERSITY OF DALLAS
At one point, Success magazine named Irving the 25th happiest city in the nation and the happiest in the DFW region. What’s to love? Convenience, for one. The central location makes it an easy commute to almost anywhere in the area, especially Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport—which is one reason so many companies have opted to relocate here. Within Irving lies Las Colinas, a mixed-use, master-planned community (one of the first in the United States), developed in 1972 by a wealthy cattle rancher. With luxury hotels, pretty houses, private clubs, urban lofts, and good restaurants, it is the epitome of modern American life. Addison has 118 acres of parks and enough restaurants to seat 20,000 people at a time. The area is a favorite of young, single people, who enjoy the abundant nightlife, the proximity to shopping, easy access to the Dallas North Tollway, and jobs galore. Addison is also a culture hub, with an active theater community, an incredible holiday lights display, and the popular Kaboom Town each July.
COMMUNITIES
IRVING/LAS COLINAS | ADDISON | CARROLLTON
PHOTO: TOWN OF ADDISON
DINING IN ADDISON
UNIVERSITY OF DALLAS
LAS COLINAS
PHOTO: IRVING CONVENTION & VISITORS BUREAU
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Sanger
Alvord
NORTHWEST DALLAS COUNTY BY THE NUMBERS
An
HOUSEHOLD EXPENDITURES (Average annual amount spent)
2017
$9,736
Krum
479,987
Denton Apparel and Services
169,199
181,134
Transportation
Average Household Size
2.64
2.64
Median Age
34.0
34.5
$60,890
$67,808
Personal Care Products/Services
New $86,485 Fairview
$93,069
Education Argyle
Households Bridgeport
Paradise
Median Household Income Average Household Income Per Capita Income
Boyd Aurora
Briar CDP
RACE AND ETHNICITY
Justin
$35,255 DENTON COUNTY
2017
Newark PERCENT
Black Alone
2022
PERCENT
Westlake
Haslet
52.3%
46,796 Pelican 10.5% Bay
51,967
10.8%
Eagle 0.7% Mountain CDP
3,227
0.7%
15.9%
87,918
18.3%
413
0.1%
467
Some Other Race Alone
60,822
13.6%
67,201
Two or More Races
16,097
3.6%
162,973
36.4%
American IndianSanctuary Alone
3,054 Azle
Asian Alone
71,347
Pacific Islander Alone
Hispanic Origin (Any Race) Willow Park
Lakeside
Saginaw
Weatherford DOWNTOWN CARROLLTON Aledo Annetta Annetta South
Graduate/Professional Degree
Luca
Parker
Hebron
Lewisville
Fairview
Allen 14.1%
The Colony
S
Plano Murphy
W
Sach
Richardson
Carrollton
Coppell
Addison
Grapevine
Garland
Farmers Branch
Keller
Ro
Colleyville North Richland Hills
Watauga
Blue
14.0% Haltom City
18,361
Grapevine Lake Southlake
0.1% Mound
Lake Worth
3.8%
Bedford
University Park
Irving
Euless
Highland Park
Hurst
Sun
Richland Hills
River 182,047 Oaks 37.9% White SettlementWestover Hills
Annetta North
25.4%
Roanoke Trophy Club
Pecan Acres
White Alone
6.2%
Bachelor’s Degree
Flower Mound
248,937TARRANT 55.6% 250,849 COUNTY Reno
Springtown
Hudson Oaks
Double Oak
Rhome
WISE COUNTY
Shores
$915
Hickory $1,717 Creek Copper Canyon Highland Village Bartonville
Northlake
19.5%
Associate Degree Frisco
$3,479Shady
New
McKinney 2.4%
LittleSome Elm College, No Degree
$5,862
Corinth
DISH
$32,846
$2,307
Entertainment and Recreation
17.0%
GED/Alternative Credential
Oak Point
Health care
7.1%
Prosper
High School Graduate
$9,248
Travel Ponder
8.3%
9th-12th Grade, No Diploma
$2,562 Cross Roads
Me
292,811
Less Than 9th Grade
$24,649
447,467
Decatur
2017 Weston
TOTAL
Krugerville
Housing
Population
2017
$78,836
Food
2022
EDUCATIONAL ATTAINMENT (Population 25+) Celina
Aubrey
TOTAL EXPENDITURES
Chico
COMMUNITIES
ort
Pilot Point
M Cockrell Hill
PHOTO: IMANI LYTLE Balch Springs
Pantego
Fort Worth
Grand Prairie
Dalworthington Gardens
Benbrook
Forest Hill
Edgecliff Village
Kennedale
Arlington
Duncanville
Hutchins
Everman DeSoto
PARKER COUNTY HOOD COUNTY
Crowley
Rendon
Ovilla Burleson
Cresson
Briaroaks
Oak Trail hores CDP Granbury
Mansfield
Godley
Joshua
JOHNSON COUNTY
Glenn Heights Red Oak
Midlothian
DALL COUN
ELL COU
Ferris
Pecan Hill
Cross Timber
De Cordova Bend
Alvarado
Palmer
Venus Waxahachie
Keene Pecan Plantation CDP
Wilmer
Lancaster
Cedar Hill
Garrett Cleburne Ennis Maypearl
Bardwell
Grandview Glen Rose Rio Vista
Italy
Em
Milford Blooming Grove Frost
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DENTON’S HISTORIC TOWN SQUARE
ARTS AND JAZZ FESTIVAL
PHOTO: MIKE MEZEUL II
PHOTO: DENTON FESTIVAL FOUNDATION
DENTON COUNTY
DENTON | LEWISVILLE
DENTON COUNTY COMMUNITIES
Argyle
Denton County includes many communities that offer a small-town lifestyle with only a short drive to bigger-city conveniences. The city of Denton is home to the University of North Texas and Texas Woman’s University which provide an infusion of youthful energy and a lively music scene. A charming historic town square is still the center of much activity. Housing is very affordable, and the neighbors are the kind you can share a cup of coffee with. Go north of Denton, and you’ll realize what “big sky” is all about—and if you want land, we’ve got plenty of it. You can have a ranch. And some animals. And never see your next-door neighbor, if that’s what you want. South of Denton are Highland Village and Flower Mound, among others. The former sits on Lake Lewisville and is popular with people who like trails and good schools. When the town landed at number two on D Magazine’s Best Suburbs list in 2012, the editors wrote: “The people of Highland Village must feel like they’re on a constant vacation.” Flower Mound was number eight on that same list and is an easier commute to the airport and downtown. Settled shortly after Texas received its statehood in the early 1840s, Lewisville grew rapidly after the completion of an enormous reservoir in 1954, now known as the aforementioned Lake Lewisville. Further growth occurred due to its convenient location at the crossroads of Interstate 35E and the recently completed Sam Rayburn Tollway. Lewisville takes arts, leisure, and recreation seriously with venues such as the Medical Center of Lewisville, Grand Theater, Toyota of Lewisville Railroad Park, 14 miles of trails, and all the outdoor amenities of the lake.
HOUSEHOLD EXPENDITURES (Average annual amount spent)
Chico
456,052
Households
Corinth
164,624
184,208
2.71
Median Age
33.1
Lake 2.72 Bridgeport
Runaway Bay
Bridgeport
33.9
Median Household Income
$73,933
$80,871
Average Household Income
$98,434
$109,785
Per Capita Income
$35,961
$40,012
White Alone
323,194
Black Alone
45,850
American Indian Alone
PERCENT
TOTAL EXPENDITURES
$84,445.83
Food
$10,291.65 $2,730.94
TransportationDecatur
$9,873.87
Travel
$2,520.45
Health care
$6,393.48
Entertainment and Recreation Paradise
$3,767.50
Personal Care Products/Services Education
341,812
67.00%
TOTAL
10.10%
58,589
11.50%
Less Than 9th Grade Springtown
0.70%
33,046
7.20%
45,017
8.80%
419
0.10%
522
0.10%
Some Other Race Alone
35,009
7.70%
41,989
8.20%
Two or More Races
15,452
3.40%
19,167
3.80%
Hispanic Origin (Any Race)
Mineral 98,116 Wells
21.50%
115,688
22.70%
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Millsap
Ponder Sanger
Flower Mound
Shady Shores
Hebron
Sanger
DENTON COUNTY
Hudson Oaks
Aubrey Krugerville
Krum Denton
Briar CDP
Oak Point
$1,920.95
Justin
Hickory Creek Copper Canyon Highland Village Bartonville
Argyle Northlake
Double Oak
Pecan Acres
Pelican Bay
High School Graduate Sanctuary
GED/Alternative Credential Azle
Eagle Mountain CDP
Some College, No Degree
8.0% 28.0%
Lakeside
Graduate/Professional Degree
Lake Worth
12.7%
River Oaks White SettlementWestover Hills
Hebron
Carrollt Farmers Branch
Colleyville Watauga Blue Mound Haltom City
North Richland Hills
Bedford
Irving
Euless
Hurst
Richland Hills
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Annetta North
Coppell
Grapevine
Keller
3.1% 23.4% Saginaw
Grapevine Lake Southlake
16.6%
Bachelor’s Degree
Willow Park
Westlake Haslet
4.3%
Associate Degree
Lewisville
Roanoke Trophy Club
286,163 3.9%
The Colon
Flower Mound
COUNTY
TARRANT 9th-12th Grade, No Diploma COUNTY Reno
Little Elm Shady Shores
Corinth DISH
Newark
Cross Roads
Ponder
Aurora EDUCATIONAL ATTAINMENT Rhome 2017 (Population 25+) WISE
70.90%
3,339
Pacific Islander Alone
Oak Point Gainesville
Double Oak
$978.34
New Fairview
PERCENT
0.70%
Graford
Northlake
Denton
$25,974.25
Apparel and Services
2022
3,079
Asian Alone
Little Elm
Cross Roads
Boyd
2017
Lewisville
Copper Canyon
2017
Housing
510,437
Average Household Size
RACE AND ETHNICITY
Highland Village
The Colony
Alvord
2022
Population
Bartonville
Pilot Point
DENTON COUNTY BY THE NUMBERS 2017
Hickory Creek
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Cockrell
COMMUNITIES
PHOTO: MICHAEL SAMPLES
NORTHEAST DALLAS COUNTY
RICHARDSON | GARLAND Two big communities—Richardson and Garland —make up Northeast Dallas County, which includes the Telecom Corridor, named for its concentration of high-tech firms such as Texas Instruments, Ericsson, and Samsung Mobile. Richardson is a fast commute to downtown Dallas or the Plano/Frisco area, with lots of affordable single-family homes, good schools, and a diverse population. DFW’s Chinatown is here, and there is a large Asian Indian immigrant community. The desire for community and culture is behind several popular festivals, as well as the Eisemann Center for Performing Arts. The city has been lauded for being a best workplace for commuters (location is everything) and for excellence in recreation and parks management. As if that weren’t enough,
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it’s been called the “fifth happiest midsize city in America” by real estate blog Movoto.com. The city of Garland website states that “Garland is where things are made.” What things, you ask? Kraft foods, Resistol hats, and a variety of electronics, oilfield equipment, and aluminum parts. It’s an older city with many affordable single-family homes and apartments. The area is quite ethnically diverse with a sizeable Vietnamese population and has made “best” lists for its appeal to both retirees and working parents. Rowlett takes its name from a nearby creek, but Lake Ray Hubbard is the main reason people choose this upscale suburb. Rowlett has more than 30 miles of shoreline and has benefited from recent extensions of the President George Bush Turnpike and DART.
NORTHEAST DALLAS COUNTY COMMUNITIES
Garland Richardson Rowlett Sachse
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UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT DALLAS
PHOTO: DREW SMITH
COMMUNITIES FIREWHEEL TOWN CENTER, GARLAND
Sherman
PHOTO: GARLAND, TEXAS
Gainesville
Pilot Point
Sanger
Anna
NORTHEAST DALLAS COUNTY BY THE NUMBERS
Aubrey
Krugerville Krum
2017
2022
Denton
440,160
Households
151,033
160,781
2.9
Oak Point 2.91
Average Household Size Ponder Median Age DISH
New Average Household Income Fairview Justin
Per Capita Income
Aurora
Rhome RACE AND
WISE ETHNICITY COUNTY
Newark
White Alone
Pecan Acres
Black Alone
Haslet TARRANT COUNTYAmerican Indian Alone Pelican Bay
Azle
akeside
Asian Alone
Eagle MountainPacific Islander Alone CDP
35.8
36.4
$64,800
$71,561
Corinth
Median Household Income
DENTON COUNTY
470,630
Northlake
PERCENT
Roanoke Trophy Club
256,399
58.30%
57,900
13.20%
Westlake
2,891 Keller 57,667
227
Lewisville 2022 Flower Mound PERCENT
259,486
Grapevine 63,538 Lake
Southlake 3,048 0.70%
Grapevine
$8,735
Frisco
Crossing
$5,806Fairview
$3,329
Personal Care Products/Services Allen$863 The
Education Colony
City
13.50%
Some College, No Degree
Coppell
71,320
15.20%
0.10%
269
0.10%
Hurst
Richland Hills
150,448
Farmersville
Associate Degree
7.4%
Bachelor’s Degree
22.2%
Graduate/Professional Degree
Parker
Murphy
32.00%
10.7% Josephine
St. Paul
Plano
3.0%
21.7%
Lucas
$1,579
Hebron
Caddo Mills
Nevada
Lavon
Wylie
COLLIN COUNTY
Royse City
Sachse
Richardson
Carrollton Addison
0.60%
13.10%
30.30%
18.9%
Princeton GED/Alternative Credential Lowry
Farmers Branch
Union Valley
Fate
Garland
Rockwall Rowlett
Colleyville
133,241 Hispanic Origin (Any Race) Haltom
FA L L 2 0 1 8 River Oaks White
High School Graduate
$2,243
Entertainment and Recreation
7.7%
New Hope
55.10%
Some Other Race Alone Watauga 49,240 North11.20% 54,748 11.60% Saginaw Richland Blue Euless 3.90%Irving Two or More Races Mound 15,835 Hills 3.60%Bedford 18,221
Lake Worth
Health care
8.4%
9th-12th Grade, No Diploma
McKinney
Celes
287,813
Less Than 9th Grade
$2,382
Transportation
Hickory $86,868 $96,716 Argyle Creek Copper Canyon Highland $29,988 $33,207 Village Bartonville
TOTAL
$22,951
Prosper
Little Travel Elm
Double Oak
2017
$74,594 $9,027
Housing
2017
Melissa
TOTAL EXPENDITURES
Apparel and Services
Shady Shores
EDUCATIONAL ATTAINMENT Blue Ridge (Population 25+)
2017
Food
Cross Roads
Population
Weston
HOUSEHOLD EXPENDITURES Celina (Average annual amount spent)
McLendonChisholm
University Park Highland Park
Heath Sunnyvale
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PHOTO: ROCKWALL EDC
EAST DALLAS AREA
ROCKWALL | MESQUITE Not to be confused with the East Dallas neighborhood of Dallas, the East Dallas region of DFW is about 14 miles east of Dallas and includes more than half a dozen communities. In the heart of the region lies Lake Ray Hubbard, one of the larger lakes in Texas. Seen together, the area is a mix of city conveniences and room to breathe. Rockwall sprawls along the east side of the lake, and people who live here appreciate the swimming, boating, water skiing, and more that come with living close to the water. The fastgrowing community claims a hometown feel with all of the advantages of a major city, and it draws people from all over to its summer evening concerts by the lake. The city of Mesquite embraces its Texas flavor, but it’s not just home to the Pro Rodeo—it’s also the kind of place where kids can walk to school and families can focus on family, according to the mayor.
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Balch Springs Fate Forney Heath Mesquite Rockwall Seagoville Sunnyvale
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Sherman Gainesville
GOLF IN ROCKWALL PHOTO: MESQUITE RODEO
PHOTO: ROCKWALL EDC
Pilot Point Sanger
Anna Weston
Celina Aubrey
Blue Ridge
Melissa
Krugerville Krum
New Fairview
DENTON COUNTY
Aurora
CDP
no
R Y
Northlake
Double Oak
Rhome
Flower Mound
WISE COUNTY
2017
Population Pecan Acres
89,854
Southlake
Pelican Bay
Median Age
Eagle Mountain Median Household Income CDP Saginaw
Per Capita Income
Watauga
Blue Mound Haltom City
RACE AND Lake Worth ETHNICITY
2017
River Oaks White Black Alone Settlement Westover Hills
White Alone
American Indian Alone
Edgecliff Village
Two or More Races
Hispanic Origin (Any Race)
Hebron
Grapevine 2.99
33.7
33.9
$58,912
$66,425
Hurst
2022
PERCENT
TOTAL EXPENDITURES Food
$70,021 $8,555
Parker
Josephine
St. Paul Murphy
Nevada
Lavon
Wylie
Apparel and Services Carrollton
Coppell
Transportation
Royse City
$2,241 Richardson Addison
$8,325
Travel
Farmers Health care Branch
$2,060
Entertainment and Recreation
$3,124
Sachse Fate
Garland
Rockwall Rowlett
$5,456
Personal Care Products/Services IrvingEducation
McLendonChisholm
$808 $1,402 University
EDUCATIONAL ATTAINMENT (Population 25+)
62.50%
191,823
61.50%
TOTAL
49,762
17.80%
55,135
17.70%
Less Than 9th Grade
2,282
0.80%
2,546
0.80%
Forest Hill 33,053 11.80%
9,267 Everman
87,171
Pantego
3.70% Dalworthington 13,007 Gardens 0.10% 252 38,166
4.20% 0.10% 12.20%
Arlington
Kennedale 10,936 3.30%
31.10%
101,658
3.50%
32.60%
Rendon
Mansfield
COLLIN COUNTY
$21,513
ROCKWALL COUNTY
Heath
Park Highland Park
Sunnyvale
2017
KAUFMAN COUNTY
176,724 7.2%
Cockrell Hill
9th-12th Grade, No Diploma
9.5%
High School Graduate
22.9%
Some College, No Degree
24.1%
Grand Prairie GED/Alternative Credential
Associate Degree
Cedar Hill
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Glenn Heights
T
Balch Springs Talty
4.3%
16.5%
Graduate/Professional Degree
Forney
Mesquite
Seagoville
7.6%
Duncanville Bachelor’s Degree DeSoto
Crowley
2017 Plano
175,170
Fort 10,309 Worth Pacific Islander Alone 209 Benbrook
Lake
98,045
$77,492 Colleyville$84,123 North $26,060 $28,088 Richland Euless Hills Bedford
PERCENT
(Average annual amount spent)
Lucas
Richland Hills
Asian Alone
Some Other Race Alone
Grapevine 297,058
2.97
Keller
Average Household Income
Allen
Housing
Westlake 270,782
Haslet Households TARRANT COUNTY Average Household Size
Lakeside
2022
Roanoke Trophy Club
Newark
Azle
Fairview
The Colony HOUSEHOLD EXPENDITURES
Lewisville
Farmersville
Frisco
Shady Shores
Hickory Creek Copper Canyon Highland Village Bartonville
Princeton
Lowry Crossing
MESQUITE Little Elm PRO RODEO
Argyle
Justin
EAST DALLAS REGION BY THE NUMBERS
Boyd
New Hope McKinney
Oak Point
Corinth DISH
Prosper
Cross Roads
HISTORIC HOUSE IN ROCKWALL
Ponder
PHOTO: ROCKWALL EDC
Denton
ur
7.9% Lancaster
Hutchins Wilmer
Post Oak Bend City
Crandall
DALLAS COUNTY
Combine
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Sherman Gainesville
PHOTO: CEDAR HILL EDC
SOUTHERN DALLAS AREA
CEDAR HILL | DESOTO
Pilot Point
Sanger
Anna
Alvord Southern Dallas County, often called “the Best Southwest,” is about 15 miles south of the city of Dallas. It encompasses a handful of Weston down-to-earth communities situated among what the partnership of cities there calls “a topographical Celina paradise of beautiful hillsides, Blue Ridge Aubrey Melissa Chico lush natural landscapes, and Joe Pool Lake.” The area goes a long way toward proving Krugervillethat DFW is not all concrete and cowboys— Krum that we enjoy an abundance of nature right out our back door. And you have to see it to believe it. Prosper Cross Roads and civic-minded Decatur The largest of the towns here is DeSoto, which attracts families with affDenton ordable houses neighbors. In fact, the town New Hope Lake McKinney Bridgeport has been named anBridgeport All-America City, an award that nods to the community’s ability to tackle problems with uncommon results. Princeton Lowry Oak Point Crossing Ponder Runaway Bay Broadcast and communications towers make Cedar Hill visible from a distance, but don’tLittle letElmthose harbingers of technology fool you— Farmersville Frisco Shady Fairview Paradise Corinth Shores this is a pretty, lake-adjacent community that prioritizes theDISH natural environment. New Fairview
Boyd
SOUTHERN DALLAS AREA BY THE NUMBERS WISE Aurora
Briar CDP
Northlake
Reno
Population
Sanctuary
COUNTY
97,608
Average Household Size
2.88
Median Age Median Household Income Average Household Income Hudson Oaks
Willow Park
Millsap
Per Capita Income
Weatherford
RACE AND ETHNICITY
2017
White Alone
121,810
PERCENT
$2,014
Hurst
Health care
$5,413
Pantego Education
Fort Worth
High School Graduate University Park Highland Park
Bachelor’s Degree
$781
27.4%
KAUFMAN 7.8% COUNTY
Mesquite
Forney
124,258
PARKER 42.6% 127,742 COUNTY
Talty
Arlington
Duncanville
Hutchins
43.5%
HOOD
136,295
DeSoto
Rendon
Ovilla
Cresson 1,495 0.5% COUNTY
1,670
0.5%Burleson
Asian Alone
3,519
4,359
1.4%
Pacific Islander Alone Granbury Some Other Race Alone Two or More TolarRaces Hispanic Origin (Any Race)
173
1.2% 0.1%
De Cordova Bend 26,726 9.4%
7,797
2.7%
Pecan Plantation CDP
65,792
23.0%
212
0.1%
30,698
9.9%
9,218
3.0%
Godley
76,565
Joshua
Briaroaks
JOHNSON COUNTY
Lancaster
Wilmer
Cedar Hill
43.9%
American Indian Alone Oak Trail Shores CDP
Mansfield
Glenn Heights Red Oak
Midlothian
Post Oak Bend City
Crandall
DALLAS COUNTY
Combine
Kaufman
Oak Grove
ELLIS COUNTY
Ferris
Scurry
Pecan Hill
Cross Timber
Rosser
Alvarado
Cottonwood Grays Prairie
Palmer
Venus Waxahachie
Keene
Garrett
24.7%
Cleburne
Ennis Maypearl Alma
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Bardwell Rice
Rio Vista
Terrell
8.5%
Seagoville
Kennedale
41.2% Crowley
17.9%
Balch Graduate/Professional Degree Springs
Forest Hill
Edgecliff Village PERCENT
HUN COU
Chisholm
ROCKWALL 4.0% COUNTY
Heath
Associate Degree
Cockrell Hill
Union V
7.4%
McLendon22.1%
GED/Alternative Credential Some College, No Degree Sunnyvale
$1,354
Grand Prairie
Dalworthington Gardens
4.9% Fate Rockwall
9th-12th Grade, No Rowlett Diploma
$3,046
Personal Care Products/Services
Westover Hills
$30,679
2022
Irving
Euless
Entertainment and Recreation
Oaks
Benbrook
Annetta South
$2,146 $8,053
Bedford
Less Than 9th Grade Garland
Farmers
Everman
Black Alone Lipan
$67,857 River
Aledo
Addison $8,222
183,715
Sachse
Richardson
$20,796 Branch
Richland Hills
White $88,781 $78,902Settlement
Annetta
Coppell
Grapevine
North Transportation Richland
Travel
TOTAL
Carrollton
ApparelColleyville and Services Hills
Haltom City
35.4
$27,480
Annetta North
Blue Mound
Lake Worth
$61,486
Cool
$67,955
Watauga
2.89
35.1
Lakeside
Southlake
Housing
105,474 Saginaw
2017 COLLIN COUNTY
Lavon
Wylie
Keller
Eagle
Nevada
Royse City
Lake
Food
Mountain 310,198 285,777 CDP
Households
Mineral Wells
Haslet
Pelican Bay
Cadd
Josephine
St. Paul EDUCATIONAL ATTAINMENT (Population 25+) Murphy
Plano
2017
TOTAL WestlakeEXPENDITURES Grapevine
TARRANT 2022 2017 COUNTY
Lucas Parker
Hebron
Roanoke Trophy Club
Newark
Azle
Allen
The Colony
HOUSEHOLD EXPENDITURES Flower Mound (Average annual amount spent)
Rhome
Pecan Acres
Springtown
Hickory Creek Copper Canyon Highland Village Bartonville Double Oak Lewisville
Argyle
Justin
DENTON COUNTY
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LANCASTER is a vibrant, growing community where residents enjoy the comfort and safety of friendly neighborhoods only a few minutes from world-class entertainment and activities in Downtown Dallas. Sitting squarely within the boundaries of three major freeways I-35, I-45, and I-20, the city is in close proximity to DFW while maintaining a quaint community vibe where the stars still flicker at night. LANCASTER is recognized by Scenic City, Tree City USA, and Playful City USA, offering a variety of natural beauty and amenities to create a great place to live, learn, work, and play.
LANCASTER THE
SHINING
STAR OF TEXAS
PHOTOS: CEDAR HILL EDC
SOUTHERN DALLAS AREA COMMUNITIES
Cedar Hill DeSoto Duncanville Ferris
Glenn Heights Lancaster Midlothian Ovilla
Pecan Hill Red Oak Wilmer Waxahachie l i v e . l e a r n . w o r k . p l a y
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PHOTO: CITY OF GRAND PRAIRIE
ARLINGTON HIGHLANDS PHOTO: CITY OF ARLINGTON
GRAND PRAIRIE PREMIUM OUTLETS
SIX FLAGS OVER TEXAS, ARLINGTON
GENERAL MOTORS, ARLINGTON PHOTO: SIX FLAGS
NORTHEAST DALLAS COUNTY COMMUNITIES
Arlington Dalworthington Gardens Grand Prairie Mansfield Pantego
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ARLINGTON & GRAND PRAIRIE AREA Arlington and Grand Prairie are the halfway points between Dallas and Fort Worth. The two communities value both work and play. The area is home to several well-known sports, entertainment, and amusement park venues, as well as The University of Texas at Arlington, American Airlines, Bell, Lockheed Martin, and a GM assembly plant, among others. Arlington officials like to say that the city was built on two words: “We can.” And here you can see a Texas Rangers game, attend a Dallas Cowboys football game, ride a roller coaster at Six Flags Over Texas, or shoot down a water flume at Hurricane Harbor. You can enjoy River Legacy Park’s 1,300 acres of forests and greenbelts. And you can find a lot of down-to-earth folks who work hard to make things like airplanes, cars, and pet products. In Grand Prairie, you can also see a show at Verizon Theatre, watch horseracing at Lone Star Park, or look at weird stuff at Ripley’s Believe It or Not. The city states that “generally speaking, our residents are thirtysomething, dual-income homeowners,” adding that “families who have lived here for generations welcome newcomers … for the same reasons the natives don’t want to leave—location and hometown atmosphere.”
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COMMUNITIES
Gainesville
Pilot Point Sanger
Alvord
Celina Aubrey Chico
Krugerville Krum Denton
Decatur Lake Bridgeport
Bridgeport Oak Point
Ponder
Runaway Bay Paradise
COUNTY
Aurora
Population
649,171
684,873
Households
Springtown 225,415
236,773
Average Household Size
2.86
2.88 Reno
Median Age
33.1
33.4
$59,474
$65,683
Sanctuary
Median Household Income
$69,078
Newark
Westlake $2,228
Pecan Acres Apparel and Services Haslet
TARRANT Transportation COUNTY
$2,009 Keller
EagleHealth care Mountain CDP Entertainment and Recreation
$3,062Colleyville
$79,792
$89,781
Watauga Saginaw Personal Care Products/Services
$31,245
Education Lakeside
PERCENT
2022 Willow Park
Hudson Oaks 354,516 54.6%
356,782
52.1%
Black Alone
133,124
147,869
21.6%
Millsap
American Indian Alone Asian Alone Pacific Islander Alone Some Other Race Alone Two or More Races Hispanic Origin (Any Race)
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4,332
20.5%
Annetta North
0.7%
4,476
47,415
7.3%
54,251 Annetta
762
0.1%
Annetta South 852
85,286
13.1%
Weatherford
23,733
3.7%
213,154
32.8%
Aledo
0.1%
93,935
13.7%
26,709
3.9%
PARKER
238,215 34.8% COUNTY
HOOD COUNTY
$1,435
7.7% Carrollton19.9%
Coppell
GED/Alternative Credential Grapevine
Farmers Branch
4.1%
23.0%
Associate Degree
7.8%
Bachelor’s Degree
21.2%
University
Irving Euless Graduate/Professional Degree Bedford
9.1% Park
Highland Park
Hurst
White SettlementWestover Hills
Cockrell Hill Pantego
Fort Worth
Dalworthington Gardens
Benbrook
Grand Prairie
Forest Hill
Edgecliff Village
Kennedale
Arlington
Duncanville
Everman DeSoto Crowley
Rendon
Mansfield
Burleson Briaroaks
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COUNTY
Lancaster
Cedar Hill
Ovilla Cresson
Richards
Addison
Richland Hills
River Oaks
0.7% 7.9%
North $798 Richland Hills
Haltom City
Lake Worth
PERCENT
White Alone
Blue Mound
7.1%
9th-12th Grade, No Diploma HighLake School Graduate
Plano
407,611
Less Than 9th Grade
Some College, No Degree
$5,267
$27,921
The Colony2017 Hebron
Lewisville
Grapevine
$8,194Southlake
Pelican BayTravel
Azle
TOTAL
$8,517
Per Capita Income
2017
Hickory Creek
Flower Mound
Roanoke Trophy Club $21,424
Housing
Average Household Income
RACE AND Cool ETHNICITY
Copper
Double Oak
Rhome EXPENDITURES TOTAL
WISEFood COUNTY
2022 Briar CDP
Argyle
Justin
EDUCATIONAL ATTAINMENT Canyon Highland HOUSEHOLD EXPENDITURES 2017 DENTON Village 25+) (Average annual amount spent) Bartonville (Population Northlake
Boyd
2017
DISH
New Fairview
Little Elm Frisco Shady PHOTO: CITY OF ARLINGTON Shores
Corinth
ARLINGTON & GRAND PRAIRIE AREA BY THE NUMBERS
Mineral Wells
Prosper
Cross Roads
Midlothian
Glenn Heights
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NORTHEAST TARRANT COUNTY
GRAPEVINE
FIREWORKS OVER LAKE GRAPEVINE
As the oldest city in Tarrant County, Grapevine gladly lives up to its name. Wine flows down the Urban Wine Trail, featuring eight Texas wineries. Every September, Grapefest in Historic Downtown Grapevine pours samples of regional wine by the gallons. But it isn’t all about vino. It’s heaven for families—or at least the kids. The Great Wolf Lodge is a mecca for the young, accompanied by the Grapevine Vintage Railroad pulled by Thomas The Tank Engine™, Sea Life Grapevine Aquarium, LegoLand, and the events at The Gaylord Texas Resort. For the big kids, get ready to boat, ski, windsurf, fish, camp, and picnic at Lake Grapevine or shop the massive Grapevine Mills mall. Centered around almost 30 city parks and playgrounds, neighborhoods of all price ranges boast one of the lowest property tax rates in the area.
GRAPEFEST’S GRAPE STOMP
GRAPEVINE URBAN WINE TRAIL PHOTOS: GRAPEVINE CVB
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SOUTHLAKE TOWN SQUARE
COMMUNITIES
SOUTHLAKE PHOTO: SHAWN O’CONNELL
This affluent suburb is forward-thinking with a plan for progress in place through 2030. Already, the city paired with private entities to create a town square housing the town hall and post office along with shopping, a movie theater, and Gainesville a hotel surrounded by parks. Homes in these mostly new planned communities cost a bit more than average and belong to the Carroll ISD. Proximity to DFW International Airport makes it popular with frequently traveling executives.
McPHERSON PARK
NORTHEAST TARRANT COUNTY COMMUNITIES
Bedford Colleyville Grapevine Euless Hurst Keller
Alvord
PHOTO: SHAWN O’CONNELL
Chico
Decatur Lake Bridgeport
PHOTO: BRIGGS FREEMAN
Bridgeport
2017
HOUSEHOLD EXPENDITURES (Average annual amount spent)
2022
$95,924
Food
$11,534
423,065
Households
152,856
162,988
Average Household Size
2.58
2.58
Travel
Median Age
40.0
40.7
Median Household Income
$79,022
$86,313
Health care Briar CDP
Average Household Income
$112,520
$124,535
$43,617
$48,108
Per Capita Income
Aurora
Transportation
Mineral Wells
2022
WISE COUNTY
Newark
Education
TOTAL
309,817
78.3%
320,530
75.8%
23,440
5.9%
27,867
6.6%
Less Than 9th Grade
2,368
0.6%
2,531
0.6%
9th-12th Grade, No Diploma
23,575
6.0%
29,105
6.9%
High School Graduate Lakeside
2,116
0.5%
2,445
0.6%
5.5%
25,238
6.0%
Two or More Races
12,727
3.2% 15,349 Hudson Oaks
Hispanic Origin (Any Race)
64,512
Millsap
16.3%
77,276
Some College, No Degree
18.3%
Associate Degree
White
Weatherford FA L L 2 0 1 8
Annetta
Roanoke
Southlake
Benbrook
Coppell Grapevine
Keller 2017
Colleyville
Watauga North 271,566 Saginaw Richland Blue 2.7% Hills Mound
3.9%
16.0%
Haltom City
Irving
Euless
Bedford
Hurst
3.0% 23.3% River
Richland Hills
Oaks 7.8%
Pantego
Fort Worth
Aledo
Trophy Club
Westlake
Bachelor’s Degree SettlementWestover 29.5% Hills Graduate/Professional Degree 13.8%
Annetta North
Lewisvill
Flower Mound
$7,471
Lake Worth
GED/Alternative Credential
Willow Park 3.6%
Double Oak
Pelican Bay
White Alone
21,636
Northlake
$2,928
$1,113 Haslet $2,142
TARRANT COUNTY
Hickory Creek Copper Canyon Highland Village Bartonville
Argyle
$11,113
Personal Care Products/Services
EDUCATIONAL ATTAINMENT Eagle PERCENT Sanctuary (Population 25+) Mountain CDP Azle
Some Other Race Alone
DENTON COUNTY $3,049
$4,295
Pecan Acres
Springtown
DISH Justin
Entertainment and Recreation
Black Alone
PacificCool Islander Alone
Rhome
Sh Sh
Corinth
$29,360
Apparel and Services
Reno PERCENT
Fairview
Housing Boyd
395,679
Asian Alone
Oak Point
2017
TOTAL EXPENDITURES New
Population
American Indian Alone
Cross Roads
Ponder
NORTHEAST TARRANT COUNTY BY THE NUMBERS Paradise
2017
Aubrey
Krugerville
Denton
Runaway Bay
RACE AND ETHNICITY
Krum
Pilot
North Sanger Richland Hills Roanoke Southlake Trophy Club Westlake
Dalworthington Gardens
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Grand Prairie /
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DOWNTOWN FORT WORTH
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BASS PERFORMANCE HALL
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FORT WORTH AREA The city of Fort Worth began in 1849 as an army outpost protecting settlers from Indians. It grew rapidly after the Civil War due to its location on the Chisholm Trail, on which cattle were driven to Kansas to be transported via train—earning it the nickname “Cowtown.” The name stuck, and the now cosmopolitan city still uses a longhorn steer as part of its official logo and maintains the Fort Worth Stockyards as a historic district and tourist destination. But people who call the area home know this city’s present encompasses more than its past. In the last decade, it has been one of the fastest-growing areas in the country, and Fort Worth is continually recognized by Money, Fortune, and other magazines as one of the best places to live and work in the United States. A healthy job market, affordable housing, and the energy associated with several colleges and universities contribute to its vibrancy. And then you have the cultural offerings: Fort Worth has exceptional museums (including Kimbell Art Museum, Amon Carter Museum of American Art, and The Modern) and galleries, as well as the gorgeous Bass Performance Hall in Sundance Square. The general vibe of Fort Worth is different from that of Dallas, and though the cities are usually tied together by outsiders, they are distinct in many ways.
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ATTRACTIONS
Amon Carter Museum of American Art Bass Performance Hall
Gainesville
Billy Bob’s Texas Cowtown Coliseum Fort Worth Botanic Garden
Chico
Decatur Lake Bridgeport
Bridgeport
Runaway Bay
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Alvord
Fort Worth Stockyards Fort Worth Zoo Sanger
Kimbell Art Museum The Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth
Krum Denton
Sundance Square Ponder
Paradise DISH
New Fairview
FORT WORTH AREA BY THE NUMBERS
HOUSEHOLD EXPENDITURES (Average annual amount spent)
Food
2022
1,113,004
1,211,376
391,385
424,745
Average Household Size
2.80
2.81
Median Age
33.2
Households
Graford
$7,998Briar CDP $20,055 Springtown
Apparel and Services Transportation Travel
33.4
Health care
$5,076
$55,886
$61,692
Entertainment and Recreation
$75,014
$85,198
Personal Care Products/Services
Mineral $26,805
$30,268
Education
RACE AND ETHNICITY
2017
PERCENT
White Alone
689,111
61.9%
726,014
59.9%
TOTAL
Black Alone
191,950
17.2%
218,188
18.0%
Less Than 9th Grade
7,142
0.6%
7,659
0.6%
46,811
4.2%
56,754
4.7%
American Indian Alone Asian Alone Pacific Islander Alone Gordon Some Other Race Alone
Two or More Races Hispanic Origin (Any Race)
1,392
0.1%
138,706
12.5%
37,895
3.4%
362,957
33.5%
Azle
$747
Lakeside
1,680 156,445 Lipan 44,634
417,336
Aledo 698,405
Associate Degree
3.7%
Bachelor’s Degree
Pantego Dalworthington Gardens Forest Hill
Edgecliff Village
Kennedale
Crowley
Rendon
HOOD 6.8% Cresson COUNTY 18.0%
JOHNSON COUNTY
Mansfi
Burleson Briaroaks
8.6% Godley
Joshua
Cross Timber
De Cordova Bend
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Tolar
Arlingt
Everman
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Hurst
Richland Hills
Benbrook
PARKER 4.5% COUNTY
Oak Trail Graduate/Professional Degree Shores CDP
35.3%
Lake Worth
9.0%
Some College, No Degree
12.9%
Haltom City
21.9%
GED/Alternative Credential
0.1%
Colleyville North Richland Hills
Watauga Blue Mound
Fort Worth
8.6% Annetta South
High School Graduate
Eagle Mountain CDP
River Oaks White SettlementWestover Hills
Annetta
9th-12th Grade, No Diploma
Southlake Keller
Saginaw
Willow Park
Weatherford
Haslet
Pelican Bay
EDUCATIONAL ATTAINMENT 2017 (Population 25+) Annetta North
PERCENT
Westlake
TARRANT COUNTY
$2,898
$1,299
Hudson Oaks
Millsap
Flo Roanoke Trophy Club
Newark
Cool
2022
Rhome
WISE COUNTY
Sanctuary $1,877
Median Household Income
Wells
Reno
Cop Can
Bartonville Doubl
Northlake
Pecan Acres
$2,073 $7,770
Average Household Income Per Capita Income
Boyd
$65,020
Housing Population
DENTON COUNTY
Aurora
TOTAL EXPENDITURES 2017
2017
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Justin
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The Dallas Region’s booming economy adds an average of nearly 400 additional people per day. These incoming residents have a diverse range of housing choices in neighborhoods — from urban lofts to white picket fences to rambling suburban estates — and schools that are equally diverse and nationally recognized. Connecting these communities is one of the fastest-growing public transit and highway systems in the nation.
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“DALLAS JUST HAS A CHARM ABOUT IT THAT I LOVE” COREY BEST
COREY BEST CITY: Dallas NEIGHBORHOOD: Uptown COMPANY/TITLE: Granite Properties, Assistant Property Manager When did you move here? Where from? December 2015, Long Beach, California How did you choose which part of town to live in? When I was working in Los Angeles, my one-way commute time averaged out to be about two hours, most of which was at a standstill. When I learned where I’d be working in Uptown, I focused pretty fiercely on a short commute, so I chose to live in the State Thomas neighborhood of Uptown (max. 10-15 minute drive to all of my office buildings). It’s been one of the best decisions I’ve made, and for the first time I’ve been able to remain in one apartment for more than a year! How has your opinion of the Dallas region changed since moving here? It’s a lot more trendy and fun than I PHOTO: NIGEL YOUNG / FOSTER + PARTNERS FA L L 2 0 1 8
expected it to be. I hate to say it, but in my extreme naiveté, I expected Texas to be all about cowboys and horses and dirt. Now don’t get me wrong, I love country and wide-open spaces, but I was pleased to find that this city is a modern metropolis with tons of things catered to young professionals. It’s more affordable, as I expected, but Dallas just has a charm about it that I love. What do you like best about your neighborhood? What makes it different? I love living in my specific neighborhood in Uptown because of the convenience. I’m walking distance from Katy Trail and a few other parks, two grocery stores, and more restaurants and bars than I can count. All of my favorite bars and restaurants (in Lower Greenville, Deep Ellum, and Bishop Arts) are in other parts of town and are less than a $10 Uber or Lyft ride away. Where do you go and what do you do on the weekends or days off? I love the low-key bar/night scene in Dallas. Although there are some areas
that I tend to avoid because it’s a much younger, fresh-out-of-college crowd (no judgment, but I’m 29 and in a different place in life), most of Dallas is fun and upbeat. Each little pocket of Dallas has its own personality and charm. My personal favorites are the more casual scenes, such as Lower Greenville, Bishop Arts, and Deep Ellum. I love the restaurants on McKinney Avenue and Knox/Henderson. I love to explore outdoors, so we’ll walk on Katy Trail, go to museums, or park it at the Truck Yard and just relax. We are also very close to Arlington, so we’ll go to Rangers and Cowboys games, Six Flags, or even head out to Fort Worth to catch a concert at Billy Bob’s. There’s always so much to do. What is your passion, and how does Dallas help fulfill it? I love to travel and spend time with people. Dallas is an incredibly easy place to travel from – with two major airports (both a stones throw away and easy to get through), all major airlines, and being centrally located, most U.S. destinations are extremely easy to get to.
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MAJOR HIGHWAYS | TOLLWAYS | HIGHWAY CONSTRUCTION DRIVE TIMES | PUBLIC TRANSIT | AIRLINES AND AIRPORTS
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The Dallas Region is diverse and changing every day. The rapid influx of people has made us the fastest-growing U.S. metro over the past decade. Whether you’re looking for fine arts, entertainment, professional sports, or giving back, you’ll never run out of activities in Dallas — fun here knows no bounds. it is close to her job, making her commute easy. How has your opinion of Dallas-Fort Worth changed since moving here? I fall more and more in love with the DallasFort Worth region every day. I find myself continuously exploring and experiencing new things. I must say, DFW is somewhere I plan to stay for a long time.
“I FALL MORE AND MORE IN LOVE WITH THE DFW REGION EVERY DAY.” YOHAN BOBCOMBE
Beach (CA), Rahway (NJ), Tallahassee (FL)
CITY: Fort Worth
What made you decide to choose Dallas? Dallas is an amazing city with a very unique culture. The people here are wonderful, and it is a very active, close-knit community, which closely aligns with my personality. From a career standpoint, the opportunity to lead the local Lyft team was a huge factor in my decision to come to Dallas.
NEIGHBORHOOD: TCU area COMPANY: Lyft When did you move here? Where from? I moved to DFW from Houston, but I am originally from Trinidad. Where else have you lived? New York (NY), Washington (D.C.), Frankfort (KY), San Francisco (CA), Philadelphia (PA), Durham (NC), Huntington 66
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Tell us about your city/neighborhood. What do you like best? What makes it different? I live within the vicinity of the TCU campus, so its somewhat of a college town with a suburban feel. It really is the best of both worlds. I can get downtown in less than 15 minutes and can return to suburbia in a jiff y. I like that it gives me a really good pulse of the college scene, while giving me insight into the working populace at the same time. Overall, it is a fun, unique community to reside in. What is your favorite restaurant ... in your neighborhood/in the region? I am a huge Torchy’s Tacos fan! What is your favorite outside activity, and where is your favorite place to do it? I love biking (when the weather permits). I typically put in my miles on the Trinity Trails because it’s so convenient for me. FA L L 2 0 1 8
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MAKING SENSE OF HIGHWAY NAMES In DFW, we call some roads by their number, like “75,” and some by their name, like “George Bush Turnpike.” Here’s your handy guide to highways with more than one name. ALTERNATE NAME
WHAT IT LOOKS LIKE ON A MAP
Airport Freeway
S.H. 183 from S.H. 114 to the south DFW International Airport entrance
President George Bush Turnpike
PGBT, S.H. 190, S.H. 161 in Las Colinas
John W. Carpenter Freeway
S.H. 183 and S.H. 114 from I-35E to the north DFW International Airport entrance
C.F. Hawn Freeway
U.S. Highway 75 south of downtown
Lyndon B. Johnson Freeway (LBJ)
I-635, begins at the north entrance of DFW International Airport and circles the city from the north, east, and south; it includes I-20 in the south
Loop 12
Inner-city loop including Northwest Highway on the north, Buckner Boulevard on the east, Ledbetter Drive on the south, and Walton Walker Boulevard on the west
Tom Landry Highway
I-30 between I-35E in Dallas and I-35W in Fort Worth
Marvin D. Love Freeway
U.S. Highway 67 from I-35E to I-635 south of downtown
North Central Expressway
U.S. Highway 75 from downtown to the north
George W. Bush Expressway
U.S. Highway 75 from Walnut Hill Lane to downtown Dallas
Julius Schepps Freeway
I-45 from downtown to the south
Stemmons Freeway
I-35E from downtown to the north
R.L. Thornton Freeway
I-35E south of Dallas and I-30 from downtown to East Dallas
Elmer Weaver Freeway
U.S. Highway 67 from I-635 to the south
Woodall Rodgers Freeway
Spur 366, the short freeway that connects I-35E with U.S. Highway 75 and I-45
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NORTH TEXAS TOLLWAY AUTHORITY (NTTA): The organization sanctioned by the State of Texas to develop and maintain toll roads in North Texas.
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DALLAS NORTH TOLLWAY (DNT ): Runs northsouth, connecting motorists between downtown Dallas and cities in Collin, Denton, and northern Dallas counties, passing through Dallas, Highland Park, University Park, Addison, Farmers Branch, Plano, and Frisco. It links with the Sam Rayburn Tollway, President George Bush Turnpike, I-635, and I-35. PRESIDENT GEORGE BUSH TURNPIKE (PGBT ): Makes a partial loop around the Dallas area, currently extending from I-20 in the Grand Prairie area west of Dallas; north across I-30 into Irving, Carrollton, and North Dallas; east to Richardson and into Garland; before turning south through Sachse and Rowlett, across Lake Ray Hubbard to the interchange at I-30 in Garland.
MOUNTAIN CREEK LAKE BRIDGE
CHISOLM TRAIL PARKWAY
Existing toll roads
Planned toll roads
Planned toll lanes
Planned partial toll lanes
SAM RAYBURN TOLLWAY (SRT ): Formerly State Highway 121, extends northeasterly from Business 121 near the Dallas/Denton county line to U.S. 75 in Collin County. It links with U.S. 75 and DNT.
Source: DRC Research
If you’re going to be a frequent traveler on one of the tollways or the turnpike, you’ll want to get a TollTag. The self-adhesive transponder sticks on your windshield and debits your NTTA account each time you use a toll road (there are no toll booths on North Texas toll roads). You can skip the whole TollTag business, but you won’t get a free ride. The NTTA bills the registered owner of the vehicle by mail via ZipCash, which costs 50 percent more than paying via TollTag.
WHAT DOES IT COST? NTTA toll road rates align to miles traveled. The farther you drive on a toll road, the more you pay. Rates are reset every other year on July 1. The average rate as of July 1, 2017, is 18.01 cents per mile. Here are a few examples of what you might pay on your commute. ROAD
ROUTE
TOLLTAG
ZIPCASH
DNT DNT
I635 to PGBT
$1.12
$1.68
Legacy to I35
$3.68
$5.52
PGBT
Frankford to I75
$1.70
$2.62
PGBT
I20 to DNT
$4.94
$7.42
SRT
I35 to Legacy
$1.53
$2.30
SRT
121 to I75
$4.24
$6.37
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To open a TollTag account, go to ntta.org or call 972-818-6882. You can also apply for a tag in person at a regional NTTA partner, which includes government offices, libraries, and grocery stores all over the area.
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DALLAS NORTH TOLLWAY
BONUS: You can use your TollTag to pay for parking and pass-through at DFW International and Dallas Love Field airports.
WHAT ARE MANAGED TOLL LANES? Texas has a low gasoline tax relative to many other states which means it needs another way to fund the construction and operation of highways—and that way is tolls, specifically, managed toll lanes. In a nutshell, managed toll lanes are taking the place of what were carpool lanes on freeways. Commuters who want to avoid congestion during peak travel times can take a managed lane for a price.
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I-635 LBJ FREEWAY EAST I-30 to east of US 75/Central Expressway; Reconstruct and widen highway and add toll managed lanes/express lanes; Estimated completion: 2025 NTE SEG. 3B (BUILT BY TXDOT FTW) North of I-820 to U.S. 81/287; Reconstruct and widen highway and add toll managed and express lanes.
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NTE SEG. 3A I-30 to north of I-820 Reconstruct highway and add toll managed lanes; Reconstruct remainder of I-35W/I-820 interchange; Estimated completion: 2018 SH 121 SEG. 13 (DAL) South of FM 2499 to Business 121 H; Reconstruct and widen highway; Estimated completion: 2018
DAL/FTW Key Projects (Development)
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US 67 CLEBURNE EAST LOOP SH 174 to Spur 102; Widen to 4 lane facility; Estimated completion: 2018
MIDTOWN EXPRESS SH 183, SH 114, Loop 12; Rebuild/widen portions of the highway and add toll managed lanes; Estimated completion: 2018 10 SH 360 (NTTA/TXDOT) US 287 to south of I-20; Phased 2 to 4 lane new toll road; Estimated completion: 2018
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15 I-35E (WAXAHACHIE) PHASE I US 77 south of Waxahachie to US 77 north of Waxahachie; Reconstruct and widen highway from 4 to 6 lanes; Estimated completion: 2019
18 SH 199 Nine Mile Bridge Road to Western Center Blvd.; Construct mainlanes, bridges and ramps; Estimated completion: 2019
16 US 175 (SM WRIGHT FREEWAY) US 175 (SH 310 to I-45), I-45 (SM Wright to Lamar Street), Extend US 175 to I-45; Estimated completion: 2019
19 I-35E Dallas North Tollway to Woodall Rodgers; Construct collector/ distributor lanes; Estimated completion: 2019
17 SH 360/I-30 INTERCHANGE At interchange; Reconstruct and widen existing interchange; Estimated completion: 2020
20 US 67 WIDENING From I-20 to Beltline Road; Widen highway from 4 to 6 lanes; Estimated completion: 2019
21 I-35E/US 67 (SOUTHERN GATEWAY) I-35E: 8th Street to I-20 and US 67 from I-35E to I-20; Widen highway and add reversible express lanes; Estimated completion: 2021 22 I-35E (LOWEST STEMMONS) From I-30 to N of Oak Lawn Ave.; Construct 5 collectordistributor roads and reconstruct frontage roads; Estimated completion: 2025
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It’s common to work in one part of the Dallas-Fort Worth area and live in another. It’s only a matter of getting from point A to point B. More than 90 percent of people who commute to work here do so by car, truck, or van. It’s easy, thanks to our well-developed network of interstate freeways, state highways, and tollways connecting job centers to fast-growing new communities. The following maps—based on morning rush hour—give you an idea of how long you can expect it to take. DOWNTOWN DALLAS
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HWY 190 AND HWY 75
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TRAVEL TIME 15 MINUTES
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45 MINUTES
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105 MINUTES
120 MINUTES Source: North Central Texas Council of Governments
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The Dallas Area Rapid Transit (DART) system, which includes light rail and bus service, is the fastest-growing mass transit network in the United States. It facilitates access to key job centers in Dallas and its suburbs, as well as the Dallas Fort Worth International Airport. DART also interfaces with the Trinity Rail Express (TRE), a commuter train, to transport passengers between downtown Dallas and Fort Worth, with stops at several suburbs in between. Fort Worth residents are served by The T, a bus system that connects to the TRE. The A-Train, operated by the Denton County Transit Authority (DCTA), connects DART riders in Carrollton to an additional five stations ending in Denton.
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12 ARLINGTON MUNICIPAL 13 LANCASTER REGIONAL AIRPORT 14 MESQUITE METRO 15 NORTHWEST REGIONAL 16 GARLAND/DFW HELOPLEX 17 DALLAS CBD VERTIPORT 18 DESOTO HELIPORT
BY THE NUMBERS DFW INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT
DALLAS LOVE FIELD
183,814 DAILY PASSENGERS 892,794 TOTAL CARGO (TONNAGE) 8,488,020 INTERNATIONAL PASSENGERS 67,092,224 TOTAL PASSENGERS
43,078 DAILY PASSENGERS 227,533 TOTAL OPERATIONS 15,723,627 TOTAL PASSENGERS
TAKING FLIGHT
Whether you are a family of four traveling to Mexico for vacation, a business traveler headed to Chicago for the day, or a busy corporate executive flying private, take-offs and landings are easy here. Dallas is home to the world’s largest global airline—American Airlines—and the U.S.’s largest domestic carrier—Southwest Airlines—as well as three full-service general aviation airports serving private and executive clients. Situated between Dallas and Fort Worth, Dallas Fort Worth International Airport is the highestcapacity commercial airport in the world, connecting the area to the entire planet. The airport offers travelers a high-frequency schedule and access to any major city in the continental United States in less than four hours. More than a dozen new international routes have been added in the last two years, and more are on the way. Plus, DART’s orange line runs to DFW International, meaning it’s possible to take public transportation to the airport. Dallas Love Field is a convenient generaluse airport located just seven miles from downtown Dallas that is home to low-cost carrier Southwest Airlines. Alaska Airlines also provides service out of Love Field after acquiring Virgin America in 2017. The airport recently completed a $519 million renovation that included a centralized terminal with 20 gates, a new lobby, and an expanded baggage claim area. Together, these things mean a big future for this little airport. Corporate jets most often operate out of Addison Airport, in North Dallas; McKinney National Airport, 30 miles north of Dallas; or Dallas Executive Airport, just south of downtown. These airports offer state-of-the-art infrastructure and amenities and firstclass service to their clients.
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DENVER 148 flights per week
SAN FRANCISCO 99 flights per week
BOSTON 81 flights per week MINNEAPOLIS 88 flights CHICAGO NEW YORK per week 176 flights per week PHILADELPHIA 162 flights per week 79 flights per week DETROIT 77 flights per week WASHINGTON D.C. 125 flights per week CHARLOTTE 91 flights per week
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PHOENIX 94 flights per week AUSTIN SAN ANTONIO 102 flights per week 100 flights per week HOUSTON 163 flights per week
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BAYLOR UNIVERSITY MEDICAL CENTER Dallas > Nationally ranked in 2 specialties > High performing in 8 procedures/ conditions > Ranked the No. 3 hospital in Texas
$107.60
Dallas-Fort Worth is home to exemplary medical facilities operating with the newest technology and seasoned and qualified professionals. Our state-of-the-art healthcare is supported by aggressive research and educational programs, and residents here find it easy to maintain a healthy lifestyle with world-renowned physicians and top-notch hospitals providing the highest-quality healthcare. Wherever you live, there is a medical expert nearby able to treat conditions of all sorts, ranging from serious to minor concerns. But don’t take our word for it: in 2014, 18 Dallas-Fort Worth general hospitals were listed as either nationally ranked or high performing by U.S. News & World Report. Two children’s hospitals made the list.
AVERAGE OPTOMETRIST VISIT
$101.67
UT SOUTHWESTERN MEDICAL CENTER Dallas > Nationally ranked in 7 specialties > High performing in 5 precedures/ conditions > Ranked the No. 2 hospital in Texas
AVERAGE DENTIST VISIT SOURCE: ACCRA 2018 Average Annual
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MEDICAL CITY Dallas > Nationally ranked in 1 specialty > High performing in 5 procedures/ conditions > Ranked the No. 6 hospital in Texas
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11 UT SOUTHWESTERN UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL
2 PARKLAND MEMORIAL HOSPITAL
12 THE MEDICAL CENTER OF PLANO
3 TEXAS HEALTH PRESBYTERIAN HOSPITAL DALLAS
13 TEXAS HEALTH ARLINGTON MEMORIAL HOSPITAL
4 TEXAS HEALTH HARRIS METHODIST FORT WORTH
14 TEXAS HEALTH PRESBYTERIAN HOSPITAL PLANO
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15 MEDICAL CENTER OF ARLINGTON
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7 CHILDREN’S MEDICAL CENTER DALLAS
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8 VETERANS AFFAIRS MEDICAL CENTER
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TERRENCE D. SMITH
What would you miss most about the area if you had to leave? I’d miss the many opportunities I have here. I’ve gotten to know the organization United Black Ellument (U-BE). It helps people of color who are same-gender-loving or samegender-loving allies. It’s a very inclusive and open community which has been great.
“EDUCATION IS A HUGE FOCUS.” PHOTO: CHASE MARDIS
TERRENCE D. SMITH EMPLOYER: Urban Teachers CITY: Arlington
What made you decide to Say Yes to Dallas? I once read that Dallas is the place to be for up-and-coming young professionals — particularly African-American men. I wanted something different from Florida; Tallahassee was a small city and Orlando was very touristy. Even though I lived there for six years, I never felt at home. When I moved to Dallas, I felt like I belonged. I was home. How did you choose where to live in the Dallas Region? I chose Arlington for the cost of living. I’m serving as a resident teacher at Urban Teachers and living on a stipend until I start as a new teacher in my second year. Arlington is a very beautiful town and is easily accessible to much around the region. Even though I don’t live in Downtown Dallas, I can still get to any events in the area. The heart of Dallas is everywhere you go. What is the one thing you could have done to make your move easier? FA L L 2 0 1 8
Save money for the move. Research where you’ll be working and think about where you’ll live – there are so many options! How has your opinion of the Dallas Region changed since moving here? I was not expecting Dallas natives to be as friendly as they are. In our teaching cohort, there is only one native Dallas resident. The first thing he did was show us all around. Dallas natives are always trying to introduce me to something new. Tell us about your city/neighborhood. What do you like best? What makes it different? Arlington gives you the southern feeling that people hear about in Texas. There are so many parks in the area, and the opportunities to enjoy nature are endless. What is your passion, and how does Dallas help fulfill it? Students, of course! In Dallas, there is a school on every block and education is a huge focus. The Dallas Region makes sure schools are accessible to every community. The communities are also very intentional about how they support students in school and out.
Tell us about the work environment here. I work at Uplift Infinity in Irving. I taught 4th grade as a resident teacher and will be a first-year teacher at the same school for 5th grade. With my experience at City Year in Orlando, I was a support to the classroom. As a resident teacher in Dallas, I felt immediately a part of the team as soon as I entered the school. I’m excited to continue my career there. Where do you go and what do you do on the weekends or days off? There are five parks within five miles of where I live. There are always opportunities for concerts, and they are always affordable. I don’t have to break the bank to enjoy myself! Who is your local hero? Why? Emily Nolen, Urban Teachers executive director. She took a chance on Urban Teachers and is helping its success by trusting and helping incoming residents to become effective teachers for the students in the Dallas Region. How do you interact with your community? I make it my business to attend every sporting event involving my students. I interact with my community by exploring. If I have free time, I’m trying to find something new and talking to people — people here are so welcoming. Anything else you’d like to tell us? I love how much pride there is in Texas. I have never lived anywhere where people are so happy to be where they are. I love how Dallas has unique experiences such as the local theatres, great restaurants, Uplift Education, and much more!
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SANGER ISD 2,679 | 1427
SLIDELL ISD 253 | 1437
CHICO ISD 603 | 1328 KRUM ISD 2,090 | 1435 DECATUR ISD 3,129 | 1446
28 PONDER ISD 1,328 | 1535
LIVING
School districts in the DallasFort Worth region are locally administered and independent of each other. District lines generally relate to city boundaries, but they are not exclusive to them. For example, the Richardson ISD includes students in Richardson and parts of Dallas and Garland. The Dallas Independent School District—or DISD, as it is known locally—is the region’s largest school district, with nearly 160,000 students and a nationallyrecognized magnet program. Students attending Dallas ISD schools live in Addison, Balch Springs, Carrollton, Cockrell Hill, Dallas, Farmers Branch, Garland, Highland Park, Hutchins, Mesquite, MILLSAP Seagoville, University Park, and ISD 971 | 1280 Wilmer. Since 2007, the district has more than quadrupled the number of schools that have reached the state’s highest accountability BROCK ISD rating. In Tarrant County, Fort 1,333 | 1543 Worth ISD dominates, with more than 83,000 students.
ALVORD ISD 721 | 1414
BRIDGEPORT ISD 2,084 | 1399 PARADISE ISD 1,170 | 1436
ARGYLE ISD 2,429 | 1637
BOYD ISD 1,243 | 1374 NORTHWEST ISD 21,964 | 1525 POOLVILLE ISD 551 | 1361
CARROL 8,190 |
SPRINGTOWN ISD 3,470 | 1389 KELLER ISD 34,570 | 1526 AZLE ISD 6,330 | 1432
PEASTER ISD 1,115 | 1593
EAGLE MT-SAGINAW ISD 19,591 | 1439 BIRDVILLE ISD 23,767 | 1453
HURST-EUL 23,
LAKE WORTH ISD 3,503 | 1293 WHITE SETTLEMENT ISD 6,794 | 1359
WEATHERFORD ISD 7,991 | 1478
CASTLEBERRY ISD 4,002 | 1300
FORT WORTH ISD 87,233 | 1215
ALEDO ISD 5,426 | 1599
CROWLEY ISD 15,185 | 1329
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KENNEDA 3,126 |
EVERMAN ISD 5,874 | 1217
MANSF 34,26
BURLESON ISD 11,850 | 1452
LIPAN ISD 379 | 1526
GRANBURY ISD 7,030 | 1461
GODLEY ISD 1,873 | 1443
JOSHUA ISD 5,286 | 1454
KEENE ISD 1,057 | 1420
ALVARADO ISD 3,722 | 1347
TOLAR ISD 791 | 1508 CLEBURNE ISD 6,749 | 1389
WHICH SCHOOL?
GRANDVIEW 1,174 | 14
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GLEN ROSE ISD 1,756 | 1479
RIO VISTA ISD 737 | 1392
Source: Texas Education Agency
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ANNA ISD 3,214 | 1455
CELINA ISD 2,425 | 1589
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COMMERCE I 1,603 | 14
CELESTE ISD 510 | 1508
BLUE RIDGE ISD 758 | 1570
MELISSA ISD 2,624 | 1569
AUBREY ISD 2,397 | 1472 PROSPER ISD 9,970 | 1562
DENTON ISD 8,382 | 1473
MCKINNEY ISD 24,711 | 1567 PRINCETON ISD 4,137 | 1388
FRISCO ISD 55,745 | 1601
LAKE DALLAS ISD 3,947 | 1473
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LEWISVILLE ISD 53,182 | 1608
LL ISD 1748
GRAPEVINECOLLEYVILLE ISD 13,804 | 1629
GARLAND ISD 57,029 | 1412
QUINLAN ISD 2,623 | 1418
ROCKWALL ISD 15,717 | 1541
TERRELL ISD 4,391 | 1315
FORNEY ISD 9,681 | 1413
DALLAS ISD 157,787 | 1187
DE SOTO ISD 9,742 | 1203
CRANDALL ISD 3,750 | 1405
LANCASTER ISD 7,634 | 1174
CEDAR HILL ISD 7,866 | 1333
RED OAK ISD 5,740 | 1382 MIDLOTHIAN ISD 8,406 | 1523
FERRIS ISD 2,580 | 1312
KAUFMAN ISD 3,841 | 1373
SCURRY-ROSSER ISD 1,013 | 1405
PALMER ISD 1,185 | 1335
VENUS ISD 2,077 | 1315
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BOLES ISD 531 | 1372
ROYSE CITY ISD 5,456 | 1399
MESQUITE ISD 40,945 | 1330
DUNCANVILLE ISD 12,792 | 1299
FIELD ISD 62 | 1447
LONE OAK IS 1,031 | 142
SUNNYVALE ISD 1,737 | 1552
GRAND PRAIRIE ISD 29,287 | 1219
ALE ISD | 1412
CADDO MILLS ISD 1,696 | 1505
WYLIE ISD (COLLIN) 14,972 | 1468
IRVING ISD LESS-BEDFORD ISD 34,725 | 1236 ,065 | 1487
ARLINGTON ISD 62,085 | 1397
LOVEJOY ISD 4,055 | 1657
RICHARDSON ISD 39,170 | 1524
HIGHLAND PARK ISD (DALLAS) 7,024 | 1790
CAMPBELL I 334 | 135
GREENVILLE ISD 5,354 | 1406
COMMUNITY ISD 2,082 | 1372
PLANO ISD 53,931 | 1694
CARROLLTONCOPPELL ISD 12,349 | 1709 FARMERS BRANCH ISD 25,196 | 1451
BLAND ISD 665 | 1483
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LITTLE ELM ISD 7,361 | 1372
FARMERSVILLE ISD 1,586 | 1391
WAXAHACHIE ISD 8,399 | 1476
KEMP ISD 1,540 | 1360
ENNIS ISD 5,842 | 1401
MABANK ISD 3,458 | 1439
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MAYPEARL ISD 1,098 | 1507
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THE DISTRICTS SPEAK Though all school districts strive to give students a quality education, there are differences from district to district. The following information was provided to us by each of the school districts. School districts not included here simply didn’t respond to our survey prior to press time, but they may have responded later. For more extensive information on these and other DFW area school districts, go to mydallasmove.com. If possible, before you choose a school or a district, call and ask for a tour. There’s no substitute for getting a personal feel for a school and the people who run it.
ALLEN ISD
SIZE: 20,739 students, pre-K through 12th grade KEY ATTRIBUTES: Allen ISD has a nationally recognized high school, academic excellence demonstrated through standardized testing (advanced placement and IB exams), modern facilities for all students, and state-of-the-art technology in all classrooms and resource areas. PHILOSOPHY: Allen ISD cultivates innovation in education that empowers every learner to realize his or her full potential.
ARLINGTON ISD
SIZE: 62,322 students, pre-K through 12th grade KEY ATTRIBUTES: Arlington ISD is centrally located between Dallas and Fort Worth and is known for its collaborative and innovative opportunities for students. Lead by 2016 Texas Superintendent of the Year Dr. Marcelo Cavazos, and by the 2014 Outstanding School Board of Texas, Arlington ISD has maintained a vision to be a premier school district and a leader in education. PHILOSOPHY: The mission of the Arlington Independent School District is to empower and engage all students to be contributing, responsible citizens striving for their
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maximum potential through relevant, innovative and rigorous learning experiences. The vision is that the AISD will be a premier school district and a leader in education.
AZLE ISD
SIZE: 6,229 students, pre-K through 12th grade KEY ATTRIBUTES: Azle ISD is located 15 miles west of Fort Worth, near Lake Worth and Eagle Mountain Lake. The district is committed to providing highly engaging work for students to prepare them for life after graduation. Our rural school district focuses students on relevant and meaningful work to best prepare them for the workforce, and for higher education. Azle High School has 1,700 students and is classified 5A under a new University Interscholastic League realignment. Azle ISD students in K-12 have individual access to 1-to-1 iPad technology. Azle ISD has partnered with the Schlechty Leadership Center for several years to best prepare teachers to provide quality instruction and meets the needs of today’s digital learners. PHILOSOPHY: Azle ISD is a district in which students, educators, parents, and community collaborate to create an engaging educational environment that promotes lifelong learning.
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BURLESON ISD
SIZE: 11,898 students, pre-K through 12th grade KEY ATTRIBUTES: Burleson ISD is recognized as a premier school district in the DFW area. A variety of specialized programs are offered at each campus to ensure that students are both college and career ready. Burleson ISD provides a dynamic and inviting learning environment that is preparing our 21st-century workforce. PHILOSOPHY: Burleson Independent School District’s mission is to engage and support every learner with a rigorous curriculum, so they are college- and workforce-ready.
CARROLL ISD
SIZE: 8,056 students, pre-K through 12th grade KEY ATTRIBUTES: Carroll ISD is a three-time University Interscholastic League 5A Lone Star Cup Champion for academic, athletic, and fine arts achievement; the district has five National Blue Ribbon schools, 14 National Merit semifinalists, 14 National Hispanic Scholars, and 40 Commended students. Carroll was included among Newsweek’s Top 500 U.S. High Schools; the district has earned three consecutive AP
Honor Roll Awards as announced by the College Board. Our dropout rate is 0 percent, our graduation rate is 99 percent, and our college-bound seniors are 97 percent. PHILOSOPHY: Our mission is to provide a caring and creative learning environment that promotes excellence, fosters integrity, and encourages each student to reach his or her academic, extracurricular, and social potential. In Carroll ISD we value excellence, relationships, character and integrity, innovation, and open and honest communication.
CARROLLTONFARMERS BRANCH ISD
SIZE: 25,724 students, pre-K through 12th grade KEY ATTRIBUTES: Carrollton-Farmers Branch ISD offers academies and programs for high school students, including BioMed Academy, Law Academy, Academy of Media and Technology, Math Engineering Technology Science Academy, International Business Academy, International Baccalaureate (Elementary through High School Diploma Programme), and an Early College High School. We offer awardwinning fine arts programs, including orchestra, band, dance, visual arts,
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SIZE: 8,018 students, pre-K through 12th grade KEY ATTRIBUTES: Cedar Hill Collegiate High School (a 9th-12th Early College High School) opened in 2008 and was ranked the sixth-best Early College High School in the nation by Newsweek in 2014. Collegiate Middle School will open in 2015 with an inaugural class of sixth graders. Also recently opened: Collegiate Prep Elementary School (pre-K through fifth grade). PHILOSOPHY: Learning to lead. Engaging in excellence.
CROWLEY ISD
SIZE: 15,050 students, kindergarten through 12th grade KEY ATTRIBUTES: Crowley ISD is an acclaimed school district serving the southwest Fort Worth and Crowley communities. CISD has the highest percentage of high school students in Tarrant County enrolled in career and technical courses at the district’s Bill R. Johnson CTE Center. Support is provided by dedicated families, educators, corporations, and community leaders. PHILOSOPHY: Crowley ISD students benefit from a laser focus on excellence in education—academics, arts, athletics, and real-world applications. Our mission is to provide all students with excellence in education so that they achieve their full potential. Crowley ISD provides a high-quality education that inspires students and empowers them to succeed in the global community.
DALLAS ISD
SIZE: 158,495 students, pre-K through 12th grade KEY ATTRIBUTES: Dallas ISD is the 14th-largest school district in the country and home to two of the top schools in the nation: School for the Talented and Gifted and School of Science and Engineering, both located at the renowned Yvonne A. Ewell Townview Center. The district is also home to four 2014 National Blue Ribbon Schools, one of the more prestigious national honors bestowed on schools by the U.S. Department of Education.
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DECATUR ISD
SIZE: 3,100 students, pre-K through 12th grade KEY ATTRIBUTES: Decatur ISD has 2-to-1 student technology in the elementary schools and 1-to-1 student technology in grades six through 12. Facilities are state of the art. Partnerships with Weatherford College and other schools in Wise County have led to successful student/teacher collaborations. PHILOSOPHY: Learn digitally. Think creatively. Compete globally.
DESOTO ISD
SIZE: 9,716 students, pre-K through 12th grade KEY ATTRIBUTES: DeSoto ISD is a small, suburban district 15 miles south of Dallas in North Texas. The 23-square mile district serves students in DeSoto, Glenn Heights, and Ovilla with 12 campuses and 1,100 employees. Students have choices in school programming, including high school (Collegiate Magnet Program, Early College High School, International Baccalaureate Diploma Program [2015-16]), Middle School (iSTEAM3D Magnet Academies [All three middle schools]), West International Male Leadership Magnet Academy [2015-16], Middle Years Programme International Baccalaureate [seeking candidacy, 2016-17], East Medical Magnet Academy [2015-16], McCowan Fine Arts Magnet Academy [2015-16], Elementary (Cockrell Hill Linguistics Magnet Academy), Frank D. Moates Digital Arts & Technology Magnet Academy, Northside Business and Law Magnet Academy, Ruby Young Medical & Environmental Sciences Magnet Academy, The Meadows STEAM Magnet Academy, Woodridge Fine Arts Magnet Academy, Primary Years Programme International Baccalaureate; and pre-K (DeSoto Discovery & Design Early Childhood Academy ). PHILOSOPHY: Prepare each student academically and socially to be a problem solver and productive citizen for a 21st-century global society. When we think students first, we think with their end result in mind.
DUNCANVILLE ISD
SIZE: 13,000 students, pre-K through 12th grade KEY ATTRIBUTES: The mission of Duncanville ISD is to provide each student with the necessary skills to achieve lifelong success and contribute to a global society. Our
vision is that Duncanville ISD students will develop personal and academic excellence, tolerance, responsibility, and self-confidence within a diverse educational setting. Duncanville ISD recognizes that individual student needs are best served by a wellbalanced curriculum delivered using a range of instructional techniques. PHILOSOPHY: Duncanville ISD’s educational philosophy is based on five core beliefs: > Purposeful engagement is the most effective long-term way to learn and is our primary responsibility. > Quality teachers are the single most important influence on the quality of learning. > We are a learning organization with a culture of continuous improvement and collaboration. > Each person is unique and of infinite value; therefore, we embrace and celebrate diversity. > Quality schools encourage and sustain quality of life, freedom, democracy, and economic growth.
through board of education trustees elected by voters within each district. Nine trustees serve as single-member district representatives. All of the trustees serve four-year terms without pay. Every Fort Worth ISD high school will offer Gold Seal Programs of Choice—rigorous courses of study based on students’ interests as well as the needs of the modern workplace. Stand-alone Schools of Choice, in all age groups, largely serve students who desire a nontraditional approach to the learning process. Offered at several elementary and middle schools across the district, in Programs of Choice, students receive a full range of learning experiences along with a more intensive curriculum in such fields as math, science, communications, art, and foreign language. PHILOSOPHY: With a singleness of purpose, preparing students for success in college, career, and community leadership. Igniting in every child a passion for learning.
FRISCO ISD
SIZE: 57,436 students, pre-K through 12th grade KEY ATTRIBUTES: Garland ISD has been on the educational path of excellence for more than 100 years. Our rich past, steeped in tradition, is the strong foundation that propels us toward the future and the transformation of teaching and learning to meet the needs of the 21st Century learners. We share the vision from our district strategic plan, of creating modern learning environments that prepare students today to be globally competitive graduates who are ready for college and career tomorrow. PHILOSOPHY: “Diverse Community, Shared Vision, and Exceptional Education” is our district motto, highlighting the strength of the diverse communities we serve: Garland, Rowlett, and Sachse. GISD’s Ready initiative aims to equip students for success in higher education and at work, regardless of where their paths take them. Today’s students need to actively participate and collaborate with one another, and they need to make real-world connections to content. New magnet programs like Montessori, as well as the Ready 1:1 rollout of personal iPads, encourage and support innovative, creative thinkers who can solve problems and apply knowledge to new challenges, skills that are crucial for their success.
SIZE: 53,130 students, pre-K through 12th grade KEY ATTRIBUTES: Frisco ISD is at the top of the fastest-growing school districts in the state and nation, growing by 7-30 percent annually since the early 1990s. The district continues to add 2,500-3,500 students each year, opening three schools, on average, annually. We are committed to smaller schools as a way to allow students the opportunity to participate and excel in activities and to connect to their schools through meaningful relationships with peers and adults. Our high schools are built to accommodate up to 2,100 students and are classified as 5A under the new University Interscholastic League system. We believe collaboration with community and parents is key to student success. Partnerships with the City of Frisco have resulted in public-private endeavors that have brought worldclass facilities and programs to our area, providing young people with exceptional opportunities. PHILOSOPHY: Our mission is to know every student by name and need. We want our students to graduate with the skills to pursue whatever paths they choose upon completion of high school and to be successful and wellrounded citizens in this ever-changing world.
FORT WORTH ISD
SIZE: 86,869 students, pre-K through 12th grade KEY ATTRIBUTES: Fort Worth ISD enjoys a diverse student population and strong community partnerships. The district is undergoing a series of initiatives that will redesign, transform, and revitalize schools. The Fort Worth ISD is controlled locally
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GRAND PRAIRIE ISD
SIZE: 29,309 students, pre-K through 12th grade KEY ATTRIBUTES: Schools and programs of choice, single-gender schools, pre-K/K early education center, elementary fine arts academies, elementary leadership academies, elementary STEM academy, elementary environmental science academy, 6-12 fine arts academy, 6-12 collegiate prep in-
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CEDAR HILL ISD
PHILOSOPHY: Dallas ISD is guided by three core beliefs. Our main purpose is to promote student success through a high-quality education. We believe every student can achieve, and that we must hold students and ourselves to high expectations. We believe only the courageous pursuit of excellence will lead to success.
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choir, theater, speech, mock trial, debate, and more. PHILOSOPHY: Carrollton-Farmers Branch ISD has one goal: high achievement for all students. Every employee is committed to ensuring that each student receives the very best education and reaches his or her full potential. We focus on each student individually and work with parents as a team to provide the best educational experience. Our district prides itself on providing teachers exceptional professional development. We offer the very best staff, facilities, technologies, and individualized plans so that every student excels.
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district charter, school dedicated to the highly gifted, career-focused high school with 11 comprehensive career education pathways, accelerated alternative high school, HOPE Academy, fifth-grade center, school for law and public safety. PHILOSOPHY: The quality of education of our children is essential to the performance and long-term success of our society. In light of global competition for jobs and a growing demand for more effective, studentfocused experiences, we believe that parents and their children must have a portfolio of choices in selecting their educational experience. Grand Prairie ISD offers schools of choice and programs of choice to meet this need.
GRAPEVINECOLLEYVILLE ISD
SIZE: 13,768 students, kindergarten through 12th grade KEY ATTRIBUTES: In the fifth year of its 10-year strategic plan, the district is transforming its culture to provide the foundation that today’s 21st century learners need to be successful now and in life beyond high school. GCISD’s strategic plan, LEAD 2021, stands for Leading Excellence-Action Driven. Through four core objectives — preparing students to be college and career ready, harnessing technology for learning, fostering citizenship and mutual respect, and building community involvement — the district is creating an innovative environment where students are inspired, encouraged, and supported. This innovative environment includes 1-to1 technology programs implemented at every elementary school and middle school, personalized learning plans for students, and enhanced career and technology opportunities. PHILOSOPHY: GCISD believes that providing a top-quality education is the first priority of the school system, and we work to inspire, encourage, and empower students to achieve their full potential. Our goal is to redefine education because our students’ future—the future of
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our society—matters today. This is being accomplished through the expectations GCISD has for its students and teachers, the positive relationships built across the district and throughout the community, and the innovations taking place in our teaching and students’ learning.
HIGHLAND PARK ISD
SIZE: 7,054 students, kindergarten through 12th grade KEY ATTRIBUTES: Highland Park High School consistently receives national recognition for its academic achievements. U.S. News & World Report and Newsweek list HPHS as one of the top high schools in the nation and the top comprehensive high school in Texas. PHILOSOPHY: Highland Park ISD, with an unyielding commitment to excellence, provides an exceptional academic program that recognizes the unique potential of each student and integrates the intellectual, social, cultural, and physical aspects of learning. We empower each student to become an eager lifelong learner, committed to academic excellence, integrity, responsible citizenship, and service to others.
HURST-EULESSBEDFORD ISD
SIZE: 22,780 students, K through 12th grade KEY ATTRIBUTES: The Hurst-EulessBedford ISD was founded in 1958 when three cities kept their local governments separate but merged their school districts in order to become even more competitive and high performing. HEB ISD’s rich history of excellence is demonstrated today through International Baccalaureate, Asian languages, Spanish Immersion, Core Knowledge Pre-K, and partner schools in China and India. These international programs provide HEB ISD students a high-caliber education that prepares them to compete in a global economy. HEB ISD is rich with diversity, which gives
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the district a distinctly international flavor. Students come from homes where more than 70 different native languages are spoken. These include children from Pakistan, the Sudan, Mexico, India, Vietnam, and South Korea. The HEB community has one of the largest Tongan populations outside of the South Pacific. PHILOSOPHY: The mission of the Hurst-Euless-Bedford Independent School District is to continue its proud tradition of excellence as a diverse, high-performing organization committed to ensuring each student is empowered today to excel tomorrow.
IRVING ISD
SIZE: 62,322 students, pre-K through 12th grade KEY ATTRIBUTES: As the 2015 National Advanced Placement (AP) District of the Year for mid-sized districts, Irving ISD has been recognized for its open access to AP courses and for students’ high performance in AP classes and on AP exams. Irving ISD earned this prestigious distinction for having more students participate in – and excel in – college-level courses than any other school district our size across North America. That’s why Irving ISD is a district of choice for college readiness. Irving ISD earned a spot on the 2015 list of “Top Digital Districts” for its use of innovative technology. In 2016, Irving ISD earned the highest ranking on the state’s accountability system and earned 41 Distinction Designations for top performance in all areas of STAAR, the State of Texas Assessments of Academic Readiness. Irving ISD was one of 23 school districts in the state selected to participate in the Texas High Performing Schools Consortium. PHILOSOPHY: District administrators and teachers are focused on maximizing the potential of every student. Instruction should be individualized and differentiated, so students are competition ready, creativity ready and collaboration ready.
JOSHUA ISD
SIZE: 5,300 students, kindergarten through 12th grade KEY ATTRIBUTES: The district writes its own rigorous curriculum maps with objectives that are designed to challenge students at every grade level. Lessons are evaluated on a regular basis using the continuous improvement model for student success. Students are encouraged to take advanced placement classes and to take advantage of the dual-credit program with Hill College. In order to better integrate technology, a bringyour-own-device program has been implemented in grades nine through 12. PHILOSOPHY: Joshua ISD develops productive citizens of exceptional character who are lifelong learners. Our core value statements: > Provide a safe and orderly environment. > Inspire students to set goals and
achieve high levels of success. > Manage resources effectively and efficiently to promote student success. > Be a source of pride and unity for students, staff, parents, and community.
KELLER ISD
SIZE: 34,099 students, K through 12th grade KEY ATTRIBUTES: Keller ISD has been one of the fastest growing school districts in the state of Texas over the last 20 years. Of the district’s 39 campuses, 23 of them are less than 15 years old. Keller ISD serves a diverse population composed primarily of students living in Keller and Fort Worth but includes families from seven other municipalities as well. The vertically aligned curriculum allows students to build upon each year’s subject matter without excessive review, also making it easier to transfer from one district school to another seamlessly. PHILOSOPHY: The community of Keller ISD educates our students to achieve their highest standards of performance by engaging them in exceptional opportunities.
LAKE DALLAS ISD
SIZE: 3,958 students, pre-K through 12th grade KEY ATTRIBUTES: Lake Dallas ISD is adjacent to Lewisville Lake in North Texas. The school district covers 9.8 square miles in Denton County, with the beauty of the lake as a backdrop. Lake Dallas, Shady Shores, Corinth, and Hickory Creek are the four towns within the boundaries of Lake Dallas ISD. With a focus on family and community, Lake Dallas ISD provides three neighborhood elementary schools, one middle school, and one high school, so all students, from kindergarten through 12th grade, can be Falcons. PHILOSOPHY: Our mission is to provide a quality education so that students may reach their full academic and social potential.
LAKE WORTH ISD SIZE: 3,296 students, pre-K through 12th grade KEY ATTRIBUTES: Lake Worth ISD is a small district in northwest Tarrant County. The heart of the district is nestled between Lake Worth and Marine Creek Lake. The district serves the City of Lake Worth, along with small portions of Sansom Park and Fort Worth. The district has an elementary school, an intermediate school, and a high school within the City of Lake Worth. Two elementary schools and the middle school are located within Fort Worth. PHILOSOPHY: Lake Worth ISD creates an educational experience that inspires and empowers educators and students to be extraordinary.
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LEONARD ISD
SIZE: 875 students, pre-K through 12th grade
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SIZE: 53,396 students, pre-K through 12th grade KEY ATTRIBUTES: Lewisville ISD has a 97.2 percent graduation rate, which is not only one of the highest in the state, but across the nation. Student ACT and SAT scores outperform the state and national scores. PHILOSOPHY: LISD’s promise to our students, staff, parents and the communities is simple: All of our students enjoy thriving, productive lives in a future they create. The district ensures it fulfills its mission by designing and implementing a learning organization that provides engaging, innovative experiences every day. LISD’s vision is built on four cornerstones: student experience, community engagement, resource stewardship and student learning. These guiding principles underscore our commitment to innovation and limitless opportunities for our more than 53,000 students. In LISD, we prepare the dreamers to become the doers by developing engaged, collaborative learners who are equipped for success.
LITTLE ELM ISD
SIZE: 7,171 students, pre-K through 12th grade KEY ATTRIBUTES: Little Elm ISD is a fast-growing district with a diverse student population. The campuses are unique with open spaces designed for collaborative learning. It is most evident in the newest Project Based Learning campus, Prestwick STEM Academy. High school students can earn college credit hours through the University of Texas OnRamps program, with the dual credit cost paid 100 percent by the district. PHILOSOPHY: Little Elm ISD’s mission is to educate and prepare every student to adapt
and excel in a competitive global community through partnerships and programs that facilitate academic excellence within a secure and supportive learning environment.
LOVEJOY ISD
SIZE: 3,925 students, pre-K through 12th grade KEY ATTRIBUTES: Lovejoy ISD will always be a district with just one high school with a projected enrollment not to exceed 1,900 students. In addition to required credits for graduation, each senior must complete a senior project in order to satisfy the Lovejoy ISD graduation requirements. PHILOSOPHY: Lovejoy ISD is committed to closing the real gap in public education, which is the gap for each student between his or her current performance and his or her potential. Lovejoy is a district that creates a learning environment that supports each of the six pillars of our Graduate Profile. In Lovejoy, we work to ensure that each student is: > Intellectually equipped > Open to the challenges of learning > Fair and respectful of others > Engaged in a healthy lifestyle > Works for justice through community service
MCKINNEY ISD
SIZE: 24,626 students, pre-K through 12th grade KEY ATTRIBUTES: McKinney ISD is one of the few school districts in Texas that establishes middle and high school attendance zone boundaries based on socioeconomic factors. This approach allows the district to maintain greater socioeconomic parity among its secondary schools, resulting in greater opportunities for all of our students. The effectiveness of this approach can be seen in the 2014 U.S. News & World Report ranking of the country’s top high schools. In that report, all three McKinney high schools ranked high among Texas schools and did well nationally. In the national ranking, McKinney High School falls within the top 2.1 percent, McKinney Boyd is in the top 2.4 percent, and McKinney North is in the top 2.58 percent of the country’s schools. PHILOSOPHY: We are a cohesive, diverse community providing engaging learning experiences so that students can become effective communicators, quality contributors, and socially responsible citizens.
MANSFIELD ISD
SIZE: 34,325 students, K through 12th grade KEY ATTRIBUTES: Mansfield ISD
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KEY ATTRIBUTES: Leonard ISD offers small class sizes, low student-to-teacher ratios, a rural location that is close to the metro area, an easy commute, academic excellence, a wide variety of extracurricular offerings (including UIL athletics, band, and fine arts), vocational education opportunities, and an emphasis on college readiness. PHILOSOPHY: Leonard ISD is dedicated to being a safe, secure, student-centered, parentfriendly school district where students enjoy the excitement of learning and are challenged to increase their readiness for college or the world of work.
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SIZE: 7,315 students, kindergarten through 12th grade KEY ATTRIBUTES: Lancaster ISD is one of the largest predominantly African-American districts in the state, and we are proud of the significant accomplishments of our students. For four consecutive years, more than 95 percent of our students graduated with a diploma and a letter of acceptance to a college, university, trade school, or the military. We have the highest graduation rate of the Best Southwest cities and one of the higher in the Dallas-Fort Worth area. One hundred percent of our schools met standard on the most recent state assessment, and our schools received multiple distinctions from the Texas Education Agency. Our middle school is the highest-performing middle school in our area. In addition, we are a leader in early childhood educational programs and offer a full-day academic option for 3-year-olds, providing early academic exploration and social development. We are the first district in Texas to offer a K-through-12 STEM curriculum to all students. Each elementary campus is STEM-focused, with an emphasis on Health Science Technology, Engineering, Information Systems and Software Design, or Global Arts Communications and Entrepreneurship. PHILOSOPHY: The mission of Lancaster ISD, in collaboration with parents and communities, is to ignite learning that translates into sustainable success for all students in an ever-changing society. We aim to prove that it is possible for students from diverse ethnic backgrounds and challenging economic situations to perform at levels that are commensurate to students from more economically advantaged backgrounds; and that it is possible to succeed and break the predictive power of economics, ethnicity, and their inverse relationship with academic excellence. Therefore, we have systems, programs, and people in place to provide our students with an exceptional learning experience to ensure that our students leave us knowing, beyond a shadow of a doubt, that they are equipped to take advantage of choices and opportunities in life. Simply put, we want our students to graduate with “more than a diploma.”
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LANCASTER ISD
CHOOSING A DISTRICT In Texas, public school districts operate independently and are governed by elected school boards that implement state guidelines through a selection of instructional programs, curriculum, and local expectations that often exceed state minimums. Districts are governed by an independently elected school board of trustees that hires a superintendent as CEO; sets a district philosophy (vision and mission) and local policies; selects a curriculum within the state guidelines; and sets the ISD tax rate, budget, and district boundaries. Here’s what you need to consider in finding the right school district for you. THE DISTRICT AND SCHOOL’S PHILOSOPHY VS. YOUR FAMILY’S INTERESTS AND NEEDS > > > > >
Vision, mission, goals Size of school and class size Grade-level alignment (K-4, K-5, K-6, etc.) Curriculum variations Parent engagement
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The Dallas County area education coalition, COMMIT!, and its partners offer a way of best assessing student achievement within schools and districts. Find it online at commit2dallas.org. PROGRAM OFFERINGS AND COMPATIBILITY WITH YOUR CHILD’S INTERESTS AND NEEDS > Athletics > Career and technology > Dual credit > Extracurricular activities > Fine arts > Gifted and talented > Performing arts > Special education DISTRICT CHARACTERISTICS Each district has a unique profile. Visiting district websites and reading the expanded district profiles at mydallasmove.com will reveal their distinct features and offerings.
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is a highly sought-after school district, and the community recognizes that it’s a great place to live, learn, and teach. The district spans across Johnson and Tarrant County and encompasses sections of Mansfield, Arlington, Grand Prairie, and small portions of Burleson, Fort Worth, Venus, Alvarado, and Kennedale. PHILOSOPHY: Mansfield ISD is a destination district committed to excellence. Our district’s mission is to inspire and educate students to be productive citizens. The values of the district are: students first, continuous improvement, integrity, communication, positive relationships, and resiliency.
MESQUITE ISD
SIZE: 40,718 students, pre-K through 12th grade KEY ATTRIBUTES: > State recognition for fiscal responsibility (superior achievement on Schools FIRST) > One of 14 Texas school districts named to College Board’s AP Honor Roll > Recipient of the Texas Award for Performance Excellence > Recipient of the Annual Award for Urban School Board Excellence from the Council of Urban Boards of Education > Named one of America’s Top 150 Workplaces in 2013 by the website topworkplaces.com > One of the National Association of Music Merchants’ best communities for music > American Heart Association FitFriendly Workplace > Healthy Zone Schools Program PHILOSOPHY: We value all students, all employees, family involvement, continuous improvement, and accountability for all, and lifelong learning.
NORTHWEST ISD
SIZE: 22,000 students, pre-K through 12th grade KEY ATTRIBUTES: Northwest ISD
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is uniquely situated in Fort Worth and serves families in 14 different communities, spanning 234 square miles and parts of three counties (Denton, Tarrant, and Wise). As one of the fastest growing school districts in the area, demographic projections show enrollment in NISD will increase to 30,000 students within the next eight to 10 years and top out at 100,000 students once growth has completed. As a fast-growth district, NISD operates strategically and embraces the challenge of planning for new facilities that provide support to enhance the student learning environment. PHILOSOPHY: Northwest ISD, in partnership with parents and community, will engage all students in a premier education, preparing them to be successful, productive citizens. The district’s vision is to be the best and most sought-after school district where every student is future ready: ready for college, the global workplace, and personal success.
KEY ATTRIBUTES: Prosper ISD is one of the faster-growing districts in the state of Texas; PISD pays 100 percent of dual-credit cost and AP cost, allowing students to earn college credit while in high school at no cost to them. Our state-of-the-art facilities are rivaled by few. PHILOSOPHY: PISD strives to provide an elite private school experience in a public school setting, equipping our graduates with a competitive advantage as they apply to prestigious colleges and universities across the country. Academics are extremely important, but a major component of our graduate profile is that our students understand the importance of service above self. In the end, we want our graduates to be good people and contributing members of society.
RICHARDSON ISD
SIZE: 54,322 students, pre-K through 12th grade KEY ATTRIBUTES: Steeped in a history of excellence spanning more than 100 years, Plano ISD is a highly regarded district known for the continual accomplishments of its diverse and competitive student population. Through a comprehensive selection of electives, academic courses, and extracurricular activities, Plano ISD is able to meet the individual needs and talents of its students. PHILOSOPHY: Plano ISD believes that today’s classroom, community, and global environments demand new learning standards for students so that they will have the ability to successfully live in, learn in, lead in, and contribute to a world that is truly global, connected, and increasingly competitive in scope and character.
SIZE: 38,671 students, pre-K through 12th grade KEY ATTRIBUTES: Strong emphasis on college and career readiness; schoolwide enrichment model implemented districtwide at K-6, blending gifted instruction and techniques into general curriculum for all students; classroom focus on differentiated instruction for each student based on individual learning profile and understanding/ mastery of curriculum; commitment to smaller, neighborhood schools; magnet school options at all grade levels; wide range of career and technical education offerings across many industries, resulting in license and certification opportunities while simultaneously preparing for college; high community expectations and exceptional community support for schools; commitment to classroom instructional technology and student engagement through wide range of co- and extracurricular options; strong investment in teachers and staff development for all professional and paraprofessional employees; emphasis on school safety and security. PHILOSOPHY: Richardson ISD’s mission is to serve and prepare all students for their global future. Whether students will continue their education in college or are interested in entering the workforce, RISD seeks to equip all graduates with the knowledge, skills, and ability to confidently succeed in whatever path they choose.
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SIZE: 8,107 students, pre-K through 12th grade
KEY ATTRIBUTES: Waxahachie ISD is located centrally to both Dallas and Fort Worth. The district values lifelong learning for all age groups, with instructional programs for school-age children as well as adult community education. DISTRICT PHILOSOPHY: Waxahachie ISD is committed to support and empower our community of learners for success in the 21st century by developing well-educated, responsible citizens through a cooperative effort with the home and community.
WEATHERFORD ISD
SIZE: 7,840 students, pre-K through 12th grade KEY ATTRIBUTES: Located in the heart of Parker County, Weatherford ISD is approximately 20 miles west of Fort Worth and offers a small-town community with all the amenities of the nearby metro area. The district is projected to grow by 100 students each year through the year 2024. PHILOSOPHY: The mission of the Weatherford ISD is to teach, challenge, and inspire each student in a safe, nurturing environment to succeed in the global community. We value and respect all students, employees, parents, partners, and our community. We demonstrate visionary leadership. We engage in and promote personal and organizational learning. We make data-driven decisions. We practice ethical behavior and personal integrity. With a dedicated staff, involved parents, and outstanding community support, our students receive a 21st-century learning experience.
WYLIE ISD
SIZE: 14,562 students, pre-K through 12th grade KEY ATTRIBUTES: Wylie ISD and the communities it supports cherish their small-town feel. From homecoming parades through downtown to numerous volunteer and charitable opportunities, students (and their families) can truly experience the Texas quality of life that many larger cities have lost. PHILOSOPHY: Wylie ISD offers an outstanding academic program with a focus on character education beginning in elementary school. The curriculum includes a wide range of programs, from culinary arts to television production. The district emphasizes technology in the classroom and as a communications tool for parents.
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SIZE: 8,600 students, kindergarten through 12th grade KEY ATTRIBUTES: Each campus focuses on providing a quality science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) education. Many of our schools have also had the honor of being Texas Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (T-STEM) schools. Extracurricular activities include robotics, schoolwide science fair competitions, graphic arts, and computer science. Older students can specialize in coursework that includes cyber security training, biomedical training, and more. PHILOSOPHY: At Harmony Public Schools, we strive to prepare each student for higher education by providing a safe, caring, and collaborative atmosphere featuring a quality, student-centered educational program with a strong emphasis on STEM.
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INTERNATIONAL LEADERSHIP OF TEXAS
SIZE: 4,600 students, kindergarten through 12th grade KEY ATTRIBUTES: College-preparatory, trilingual program—all students learn English, Spanish, and Mandarin Chinese. PHILOSOPHY: To prepare students for exceptional leadership roles in the international community by emphasizing servant leadership; mastering the English, Spanish, and Chinese languages; and strengthening the mind, body, and character.
KIPP DFW
SIZE: 1,380 students, pre-K through 2nd grade and 5th through eighth grades KEY ATTRIBUTES: KIPP DFW is part of the Knowledge Is Power Program (KIPP), a national network of 162 free, open-enrollment, collegepreparatory public charter schools serving more than 55,000 students in 20 states and the District of Columbia. KIPP DFW focuses on a small but unique set of commitments. These guiding principles include strong leadership, a commitment to serve scholars who truly need assistance, a focus on character, a sacred promise to our students, the strength of our national KIPP network, and a goal to grow deeply in the heart of underserved areas of our community in order to create the most impact. PHILOSOPHY: The mission of KIPP DFW is to provide students in underserved communities with a free, rigorous, high-quality education that offers the knowledge, skills, and character traits necessary to thrive in school, college, and the competitive world beyond. With high expectations for students and an extended school day and year, KIPP DFW builds a partnership among parents, students, and teachers that puts learning first.
LIFE SCHOOL
DISTRICT SIZE & CLASS SIZE: 5,600 students at seven locations (Oak Cliff -2, Lancaster, Cedar Hill, Red Oak, Waxahachie-2) DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS: Life
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School offers a wide array of academic, athletic and other extra-curricular activities to develop the whole person including UIL participation. Character education is foundational to the development of student leaders and is not limited to a “program” or “curriculum.” Life School considers the parent to be the primary educator. Strong parent participation makes Life School unique with parenting seminars and parentteacher update sessions scheduled regularly throughout the school year. Parents are encouraged to partner with teachers and administrators in their child’s development. This partnership brings order and peace to the classroom and enhances the learning environment. DISTRICT PHILOSOPHY: The mission of Life School is to train leaders with life skills for the twenty-first century by establishing strong academics, character training, and a parenting program. Our vision is to develop leaders by providing excellence in education to enhance the communities we serve.
TRINITY BASIN PREPARATORY
SIZE: 2,784 students, pre-K through 8th grade KEY ATTRIBUTES: Trinity Basin Preparatory is a free public charter school of choice with five campuses in the Dallas-Fort Worth region. Our classroom sizes are smaller compared to public schools, limited to 22 students or fewer. Strict discipline is enforced, and school uniforms are required. PHILOSOPHY: Our mission is to inspire every student to do more, expect more, and be more.
UPLIFT EDUCATION
SIZE: 12,000 students, kindergarten through 12th grade KEY ATTRIBUTES: Uplift schools emphasize a college-going mindset and a global outlook. With academic and college counselors on every high school campus, Uplift scholars are
prepared from the beginning to be successful, both during the college application process and then as they work toward their degrees. Through Uplift’s Road to College program, Uplift scholars visit colleges and universities both in Texas and around the country. They learn to navigate the application process and secure scholarships, grants, and financial aid while keeping debt to a minimum. Uplift alumni counselors then support all graduates through college until they earn their degrees. PHILOSOPHY: Uplift is dedicated to providing a free, high-quality college preparatory education to all students, regardless of socioeconomic status.
WINFREE ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL
DISTRICT SIZE & CLASS SIZE: 2,800. Class sizes are limited to 30-35 learners. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS: Winfree Academy is a free, public high school that has been serving the Dallas-Fort Worth community for over 16 years. We have six Dallas-Fort Worth campuses located in Irving, Lewisville, Richardson, Grand Prairie, North Richland Hills, and Dallas working with learners from over 86 ISDs. Learner ages range from 14-26. With 4 hour school days, Winfree Academy meets the educational needs of learners who prefer a non-traditional way of learning and thrive on individualized instruction. This makes Winfree a great choice for learners who are self-driven, need credit recovery, or are unable to attend high school during traditional school hours. DISTRICT PHILOSOPHY: Winfree Academy Charter School’s mission is to create a supportive, safe, supportive environment that educates, motivates and trains learners so that they can graduate from high school prepared with the skills and abilities needed for higher education, employment, and life.
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WHAT IS THE SCHOOL YEAR CALENDAR? Public schools begin the last week in August and include 180 days of instruction per year. Each district sets its own holiday calendars, typically including winter and spring breaks. Testing typically takes place in the spring for public schools. Private schools typically start earlier in August, and testing takes place in January or February.
I JUST HAD A BABY. HOW DO I FIND A DAY CARE OR PRESCHOOL? To search for a licensed child care center or home, go to the Department of Family and Protective Services website (dfps. state.tx.us). Other resources include DFW Child (dfwchild. com) and Child Care Group (childcaregroup.org).
WHAT ARE MY OPTIONS FOR PRIVATE OR PAROCHIAL SCHOOL? HOW ABOUT HOME SCHOOLING? You have many options. Explore tea.state.tx.us for information on charter schools and home schooling. See the map in this section of the book and check out tepsac.org for information on private schools in your area.
MY CHILD IS READY FOR KINDERGARTEN. WHAT DO I NEED TO KNOW ABOUT ENROLLING HER? Kindergarten is encouraged but not required in Texas. Students turning 6 as of Sept. 1 are required to attend school. To enroll your child in any Texas school, you must have: > Birth certificate or other proof of identity > Immunization records > Student records from recently attended school > Proof of residency in the district
DOES TEXAS FOLLOW THE NATIONAL COMMON CORE STATE STANDARDS? No. Texas does not follow the Common Core State Standards program. State of Texas learning standards are called the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS). Every grade level and every subject have learning standards that drive curriculum development. WILL MY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL STUDENT NEED TO RETEST FOR GIFTED AND TALENTED?
Yes, most likely. You’ll need to confirm with your new district and school.
learning opportunities. You’ll need to confirm with your individual district and school to be sure.
WILL MY MIDDLE SCHOOL STUDENT HAVE TO TEST-IN FOR HIS GRADE LEVEL? HOW ARE THE GRADE LEVELS ALIGNED IN TEXAS? No. If your child has passed the sixth grade in your state, he or she will start in the seventh grade in Texas. Grade-level alignment varies by district.
WILL TRANSPORTATION TO AND FROM SCHOOL BE PROVIDED FOR MY CHILD? It depends. Bus service is provided to students living more than two miles away from their schools. Transport is also provided in cases where students might face hazardous conditions, such as crossing a major roadway or no crossing guard. Confirm with your new school.
MY SON WILL BE STARTING HIGH SCHOOL RIGHT AFTER WE MOVE. WILL HE BE ABLE TO JOIN THE BASKETBALL TEAM? Each district schedules its own tryouts, summer practices, and calendars. Speak with your new school to determine eligibility. MY DAUGHTER WILL BE STARTING 10TH GRADE. WILL SHE LOSE HER CREDITS TOWARD GRADUATION? Probably not. Meet with your new school counselor as soon as possible to discuss graduation requirements. MY CHILD HAS ALWAYS TAKEN AP CLASSES. WILL THEY BE OFFERED IN TEXAS? WHAT ABOUT DUAL CREDIT? Yes. Most districts in the DFW region offer AP classes, International Baccalaureate programs, and dual-credit
MY SON HAS AUTISM. WILL THE DISTRICT PROVIDE SERVICES UNTIL THE AGE OF 22? Yes. Your son will continue to be educated under an IEP as dictated by federal and state law. Get in touch with the district as soon as you can to ensure a seamless transition. IF MY CHILD WANTS TO START COLLEGE AT A PUBLIC TEXAS SCHOOL, DO WE HAVE TO PROVE TEXAS RESIDENCY? Yes. To be classified as a Texas resident and be entitled to pay resident tuition, a person must establish a domicile and maintain continuous residence in Texas for 12 months preceding the school census date.
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THE BEST HIGH SCHOOLS Fifty-four schools in the Dallas-Fort Worth region were featured in U.S. News & World Report’s 2017 America’s Best High Schools list. The ranking of the best 2,000 public high schools in the nation identified those that have proven the most effective in turning out college-ready graduates based on variables such as graduation rate, college acceptance rate, SAT/ACT scores, students enrolled in AP/IB/AICE courses, and others.
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Harmony School of Innovation - Forth Worth
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Imagine International Academy of North Texas
McKinney
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Fort Worth Academy of Fine Arts
Fort Worth
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Westlake Academy
Westlake
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Creekview HS
Carrollton
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Irma Lerma Rangel Young Women's Leadership School
Dallas
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Uplift Luna Preparatory Secondary School
Dallas
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Booker T. Washington HS for the Performing and Visual Arts
Dallas
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A Maceo Smith New Tech HS
Dallas
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Uplift Education - North Hills Prep HS
Irving
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Wakeland HS
Frisco
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Uplift Education - Summit International Preparatory
Arlington
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Richardson HS
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Uplift Williams Preparatory
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Kathlyn Joy Gilliam Collegiate Academy
Dallas
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Highland Park HS
Dallas
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Dr. Wright L Lassiter Jr Early College HS
Dallas
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Judge Barefoot Sanders Law Magnet
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Centennial HS
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Uplift Peak Preparatory HS
Dallas
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Keller HS
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Lovejoy HS
Lucas
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Smith HS
Carrollton
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Founders Classical Academy
Lewisville
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Harmony School of Nature and Athletics
Dallas
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Harmony Science Academy - Carrollton
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Independence H S
Frisco
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School of Health Professions
Dallas
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Flower Mound HS
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School of Business and Management
Dallas
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Heritage HS
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Rosie Sorrells School of Education and Social Services HS
Dallas
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International Leadership of Texas Garland HS
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Liberty HS
Frisco
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Aledo HS
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Coppell HS
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Texas Academy of Biomedical
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Harmony Science Academy - Dallas
Dallas
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Trinidad Garza Early College At Mountain View
Dallas
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Grand Prairie Fine Arts Academy
Grand Prairie
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Woodrow Wilson HS
Dallas
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McKinney Boyd HS
McKinney
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L. D. Bell HS
Hurst
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Harmony Science Academy - Euless
Euless
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North Garland HS
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McKinney North HS
McKinney
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Uplift Hampton Preparatory HS
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John Dubiski Career HS
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There was a time that making a career choice came after high school graduation— sometimes well into college for some students. But Foundation High School Program requirements for 2018 graduates mean that students in Texas now select one of five careerrelated pathways at the end of the eighth grade. It’s a big decision, which is why the Dallas Regional Chamber launched Pick Your Path, step-by-step guidelines designed to identify the requirements and track milestones for an endorsement in one of five areas of study: STEM (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics), business and industry, public service, arts and humanities, or multidisciplinary studies. The effort launched in the Dallas Independent School District in the spring of 2014 in both English and Spanish and is being used in other school districts as well.
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WHAT IS AN ENDORSEMENT? An endorsement is a broad area of interest that guides a student’s path of study through his or her high school years. All eighth-grade students select this plan to complete the required credits for graduation.
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The Foundation High School Program is a core set of classes in the areas of math, English, science, social studies, foreign language, fine arts, physical education, and electives that all students must complete as a foundation to graduate from high school in Texas.
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1 Greenhill School, $30,750 2 St. Mark’s School of Texas, $30,676 3 The Hockaday School, $30,550 4 The Winston School Dallas, $30,125 5 Shelton School, $28,900 6 The Episcopal School of Dallas, $28,620 7 Parish Episcopal School, $28,340 8 Yavneh Academy, $27,250 9 Yorktown Education, $24,669 10 Fort Worth Country Day, $23,100 11 All Saints Episcopal School Fort Worth, $22,625 12 Trinity Valley School, $22,495 13 The Oakridge School, $22,275 14 The St. Anthony School, $22,000 94
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15 Dallas International School, $21,600 15 Lakehill Preparatory School, $21,600 15 Bending Oaks School, $21,600 18 Ursuline Academy of Dallas, $20,950 19 Dallas Academy, $20,716 20 Prestonwood Christian Academy, $20,650 20 Cistercian Catholic Preparatory School, $20,650 22 Vangauard Preparatory School, $20,450 23 The Cambridge School of Dallas, $20,000 24 Hill School of Fort Worth, $19,990 25 The Westwood School, $19,695 26 Novus Academy, $19,600 27 The Fairhill School, $19,200
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28 Liberty Christian School, $19,020 29 Great Lakes Academy, $18,900 30 Southwest Christian School-Prep Campus, $18,350 31 Key School, $18,300 32 Jesuit College Preparatory School, $18,100 33 The Selwyn School, $17,800 34 John Paul II High School Plano, $17,550 35 Dallas Christian School, $17,346 36 Focus on the Future Training Center, $17,200 37 Canterbury Episcopal School DeSoto, $17,000 38 Prince of Peace Christian School Carrollton, $16,750 39 Grapevine Faith Christian School, $16,640
39 Covenant Christian Academy, $16,640 41 Bishop Lynch High School, $16,450 42 The Clariden School, $15,650 43 The Highlands School, $15,500 43 Fort Worth Christian School, $15,500 45 Pantego Christian Academy Arlington, $14,956 46 Covenant Classical School, $14,750 47 First Baptist Academy of Dallas, $14,650 48 Bishop Dunne Catholic High School, $14,500 49 The Anderson Private School for the Gifted Talented and Creative, $14,190 50 McKinney Christian Academy, $14,025 FA L L 2 0 1 8
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Parents choose to send their children to private schools for all kinds of reasons. Some elect private schools for their kids for religious or moral reasons. Others are concerned about having smaller class sizes and more individual attention for their students. Others still are focused on the highest possible learning standards and rigorous college prep.
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RESEARCHING SCHOOLS The Dallas region offers a variety of private school options. Some of the terms you will encounter as you look at private school options include:
> Learning diff erences schools – These schools provide for students with learning diff erences across the spectrum and can range from pre-K through 12th grade. > Boarding schools – Several of the single-gender private schools off er full-time boarding as well as day student options. > Language/culture specific – Some schools off er immersion in specific languages, such as French, Chinese, and Japanese. Many of these schools off er Saturday and summer options for families who want students to attend a traditional school and supplement with cultural and language immersion. > Montessori method – A childcentered educational approach based on scientific observations of children from birth to adulthood. Schools incorporating this selfdirection and discovery method are located across the region, but they generally do not extend beyond elementary. A number of public districts also have a Montessori choice option within the district. > Classical – Usually characterized by small class sizes and a classicsbased education, normally with fewer team athletic options. > College preparatory – Focused on academic rigor in preparation for demanding collegiate programs. > Religious/parochial – Some schools are associated with specific religious denominations or churches and incorporate religious teaching as part of the curriculum.
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ALTERNATIVE SCHOOLING
In addition to the state’s more than 1,000 public school districts, Texas offers a variety of alternative schooling options for parents. These include public charter schools, which are monitored and accredited under the statewide testing and accountability system; private schools, which may or may not be accredited through various organizations; and home schooling, which is not accredited or regulated by any state agency or commission in Texas. Families may also be interested in online learning programs and high school equivalency programs.
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HOME SCHOOLING
In 1995, the 74th Texas Legislature passed legislation giving the state the authority to create open-enrollment charter schools. These schools are subject to fewer state laws than other public schools with the idea of ensuring fiscal and academic accountability without undue regulation of instructional methods or pedagogical innovation. Like school districts, charter schools are monitored and accredited under the statewide testing and accountability system.
In 1995, the Texas Supreme Court affirmed the decision in the class action lawsuit Leeper vs. Arlington Independent School District that home schools can legally operate as private schools in Texas. According to the ruling, home schools must be conducted in a bona fide manner, using a written curriculum consisting of reading, spelling, grammar, math, and a course in good citizenship. The Texas Education Agency has no regulatory authority over home schools, and the state of Texas does not award diplomas to students who are home schooled.
PRIVATE SCHOOLS The Texas Education Agency does not have oversight of private schools in Texas; however, the agency works with the Texas Private School Accreditation Commission to ensure that students can easily transfer from nonpublic to public schools and that teacher service at nonpublic schools is recognized at public schools for salary purposes. Private schools may be accredited by a variety of organizations, but many private schools in Texas are not accredited by any organization.
TEXAS VIRTUAL SCHOOLS NETWORK Texas Virtual Schools Network (TxVSN), which launched in 2009, provides Texas students and schools access to interactive, collaborative, instructor-led online courses taught by statecertified and appropriately credentialed teachers. The TxVSN is made up of two components: the TxVSN statewide course catalog, which provides supplemental online courses to students in grades 8-12; and the TxVSN online schools program, which offers full-time virtual instruction through eligible public schools to Texas public school students in grades 3-12.
HIGH SCHOOL
EQUIVALENCY PROGRAM
The High School Equivalency Program, or In-School GED Option Program, is designed to provide an alternative for high school students ages 16 and over who are at risk of not graduating from high school and earning a high school diploma.
TEXAS CERTIFICATE OF
HIGH SCHOOL EQUIVALENCY
Anyone age 18 and older who has not earned a high school diploma and is not currently enrolled in an accredited high school is eligible to earn a Texas Certificate of High School Equivalency. Any exceptions must meet eligibility requirements to test for the high school equivalency. This information was provided by the Texas Education Agency. For more, go to tea.texas.gov.
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ALCUIN SCHOOL
GOOD SHEPHERD EPISCOPAL SCHOOL
THE LAMPLIGHTER SCHOOL
Coed; Day PS (18 mo.) – 12
Coed; Day PS - 8
Coed; Day PS - 4
ST. PHILIP’S SCHOOL & COMMUNITY CENTER
6144 Churchill Way
11110 Midway Road
11611 Inwood Road
Coed; Day PS (2 years) – 6
Dallas, Texas 75230
Dallas, Texas 75229
Dallas, Texas 75229
1600 Pennsylvania Avenue
972.980.6377
214.357.1610
214.369.9201
Dallas, Texas 75215
Annie Villalobos, Admission
Jennifer Meyers, Admission
Jasmine Harris, Ed.D, Admission
214.421.5221
www.alcuinschool.org
www.gsesdallas.org
www.thelamplighterschool.org
Taylor Hall, Admission
CISTERCIAN PREPARATORY SCHOOL
GREENHILL SCHOOL
PARISH EPISCOPAL SCHOOL
Boys; Day 5 -12
Coed; Day PS - 12
Coed; Day PS - 12
3660 Cistercian Road
4141 Spring Valley Road
4101 Sigma Road
SHELTON SCHOOL AND EVALUATION CENTER
Irving, Texas 75039
Addison, Texas 75001
Dallas, Texas 75244
Coed; Day PS - 12
469.499.5453
972.628.5910
972.852.8769
15720 Hillcrest Road
Jim Taylor, Admission
Sarah Markhovsky, Admission
Laurel Ash, Admission
Dallas, Texas 75248
www.cistercian.org
www.greenhill.org
www.parishepiscopal.org
972.774.1772
DALLAS INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL
THE HOCKADAY SCHOOL
ST. JOHN’S EPISCOPAL SCHOOL
Coed; Day PS (2 years) – 12
Girls; Day PS -12; Boarding 8 - 12
Coed; Day PS - 8
6039 Churchill Way
11600 Welch Road
848 Harter Road
URSULINE ACADEMY OF DALLAS
Dallas, Texas 75230
Dallas, Texas 75229
Dallas, Texas 75218
Girls; Day 9 - 12
972.991.6379
214.360.6524
214.328.9131
4900 Walnut Hill Lane
Kerry Briard, Admission
Maryanna Phipps, Admission
Nancy Jacobs, Admission
Dallas, Texas 75229
www.dallasinternationalschool.org
www.hockaday.org
www.stjohnsschool.org
469.232.1803
THE EPISCOPAL SCHOOL OF DALLAS
LAKEHILL PREPARATORY SCHOOL
ST. MARK’S SCHOOL OF TEXAS
Coed; Day PS - 12
Coed; Day K-12
Boys; Day 1 - 12
4100 Merrell Road
2720 Hillside Drive
10600 Preston Road
Dallas, Texas 75229
Dallas, Texas 75214
Dallas, Texas 75230
THE WINSTON SCHOOL AND TESTING & EVALUATION CENTER
214.358.4368
214.826.2931
214.346.8171
Coed; Day K-12
Cindy Newsom, Admission
Stacey Peacock, Admission
David Baker, Admission
5707 Royal Lane
www.esdallas.org
www.lakehillprep.org
www.smtexas.org
Dallas, Texas 75229
www.stphilips1600.org
Diann Slaton, Admission www.shelton.org
Rebekah Gilbert, Admission www.ursulinedallas.org
214.691.6950 Janet Mottram, Admission www.winston-school.org
NOTICE OF NONDISCRIMINATORY POLICY AS TO STUDENTS
WWW.DALLASPRIVATESCHOOL.ORG
All schools listed above are members of the Independent Schools Association of the Southwest and admit students of any race, color, national and ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the school. They do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national and ethnic origin in the administration of their educational policies, admission policies, scholarship and loan programs, and athletic and other school-administered programs. Please see each school’s website for specific policies.
BUSINESS WORKS BETTER HERE Explore for facts supporting why Dallas Fort Worth’s business climate is more than favorable, the workforce is highly skilled, and highly educated, and the location is about as close to perfect as it comes. Each page contains a snapshot of the DFW region, our people, companies, and industries. Use this fact-rich tool to promote the region, attract businesses to your community, and expand existing ones.
THE DALLAS-FORT WORTH REGIONAL ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT GUIDE. AVAILABLE AT DALLASCHAMBER.ORG/DFWFACTS/
EDUCATION EDUCATION
— Elizabeth Smith, DFWChild Magazines
PICKING A PRESCHOOL The first step in picking a preschool is making a short list of local preschools and touring each during its next open house. Afterward, take a few minutes to write down your impressions of the visit. Pay attention to your intuition, Munson advises. Other parents who have already put their kids through preschool can offer firsthand recommendations, but make sure you do your own research and familiarize yourself with the school’s educational philosophy or mission, be it language immersion, the Montessori method, or a traditional approach. Begin your search of Dallas-area resources for education and child care by browsing through the extensive DFWChild Everything guide online at dfwchild. com/everything.
CHOOSING A SPECIAL NEEDS SCHOOL When your child with special needs is ready to begin school for the first time, selecting one that will provide the best education and
LIVING
While the education reform debate for public schools rages on, schools that adhere to the Montessori method take a different path. “The underlying philosophy of Montessori is that children are individual, self-motivated learners who are assisted in learning by their teachers, or ‘guides,’ as they are called,” says educational consultant Eleanor Munson, Ph.D. Instead of focusing on test taking, highlytrained educators encourage their students— who are typically in mixed-aged classes— to move at their own pace, follow their own interests, and work independently. The schools you’ll find in Dallas, which may serve kids from pre-K through 12th grade, are governed by one of two accrediting bodies: Association Montessori Internationale (AMI) and American Montessori Society (AMS). “If you’re looking for a ‘pure’ Montessori experience for your child, you’ll want an AMI school,” says Munson. “If you want your child’s education to include computers, technology, et cetera, you’ll want an AMS school.” Not sure if this type of education is right for your child? “Your child doesn’t necessarily have to attend a Montessori-accredited school to enjoy the benefits of this type of educational philosophy,” Munson says. “Some preschools take the best of what each educational philosophy offers and combine these to form their curriculum.”
For an extensive look at both public and private Montessori schools, and more educational resources in Dallas, browse through the DFWChild Everything guide online at dfwchild.com/everything.
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WHAT IS A MONTESSORI SCHOOL?
proper (and affordable) care is paramount to your child’s health and well-being. The key to finding the best fit? According to educational consultant, special needs parenting coach, and special education advocate Adina Rich, it takes asking the right questions and being honest about your child’s needs and abilities. To avoid waiting lists, begin your search no later than the previous semester, and even if you’re set on one school, open yourself to more possibilities by giving several programs a closer look. To get started, browse through the extensive directory of special needs resources online at dfwchild.com/thrive.
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HIGHER EDUCATION The Dallas Region offers a variety of public and private institutions, with robust programming in life sciences, engineering, and the arts. The University of North Texas, the University of Texas at Dallas, and the University of Texas at Arlington are among Texas’ seven emerging research universities and are currently expanding program capabilities and funding in an effort to become “tier one” research institutions, which are nationally recognized for the highest levels of innovation and academic excellence. UT Southwestern Medical Center is among the nation’s best in biology and biochemistry research, boasting countless clinical breakthroughs and innovations.
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WEATHERFORD COLLEGE (WISE COUNTY)
UNIVERSITY OF NORTH TEXAS
NORTH CENTRAL TEXAS COLLEGE (FLOWER MOUND)
TARRANT COUNTY COLLEGE (NORTHPORT)
TARRANT COUNTY COLLEGE (NORTHEAST)
WEATHERFORD COLLEGE (MINERAL WELLS)
Below is a sample of other institutions of higher learning in Dallas-Fort Worth.
TEXAS WOMAN’S UNIVERSITY
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TARRANT COUNTY COLLEGE (NORTHWEST)
INSTITUTIONS OF HIGHER LEARNING
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TARRANT COUNTY COLLEGE (TRINITY RIVER) UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT ARLINGTON (FORT WORTH) WEATHERFORD COLLEGE
TARLETON STATE 7 SOUTHWEST METROPLEX CENTER TEXAS CHRISTIAN UNIVERSITY
UNIVERSITY OF NORTH TEXAS HEALTH SCIENCE CENTER
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15
TEXAS A&M LAW
TERRELL SCHOOL OF TARLETON STATE
SOUTHWESTERN BAPTIST THEOLOGICAL SEMINARY
Bethel University
UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT ARLINGTON RESEARCH INSTITUTE
10
TEXAS WESLEYAN UNIVERSITY
TARRANT COUNTY COLLEGE (SOUTH)
Grand Canyon University
ARLINGTON BAPTIST UNIVERSITY
1
UNIVERSITY OF AT ARLINGTON
UNIVERSITY OF PHOENIX ARLINGTON CAMPUS TARRANT COUNTY COLLEGE (SOUTHEAST)
Kaplan College Le Cordon Bleu Institute of Culinary Arts LeTourneau University
HILL COLLEGE (BURLESON)
National University Ogle School - Dallas
NA
Parker University Platt College Texas Barber Colleges and Hairstyling Schools University of Phoenix West Coast University
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HILL COLLEGE (GLEN ROSE)
SOUTHWESTERN ADVENTIST UNIVERSITY
HILL COLLEGE (JOHNSON COUNTY)
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UNIVERSITY COLLIN COLLEGE (CENTRAL PARK)
COLLIN COLLEGE (HEALTH EDUCATION CENTER)
ORTH CENTRAL EXAS COLLEGE COLLIN COLLEGE (PRESTON RIDGE)
COLLIN COLLEGE (ALLEN)
AMBERTON UNIVERSITY (FRISCO)
UNIVERSITY OF NORTH TEXAS - FRISCO
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UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT DALLAS
TEXAS A&M AG EXTENSION LETOURNEAU UNIVERSITY
DCCCD (BROOKHAVEN) DCCCD (NORTH LAKE WEST)
DCCCD (RICHLAND) DCCCD (RICHLAND GARLAND)
UNIVERSITY OF PHOENIX DALLAS CAMPUS
DALLAS CHRISTIAN COLLEGE
PARKER UNIVERSITY SOUTHERN ART INSTITUTE DCCCD METHODIST OF DALLAS (NORTH UNIVERSITY LAKE) TEXAS TECH SMU UD 6 11 EVEREST HEALTH SCIENCE UNIVERSITY COLLEGE CENTER OF DALLAS DCCCD WEST COAST (EASTFIELD) UT SOUTHWESTERN UNIVERSITY 13 TEXAS WOMAN’S UNIVERSITY DCCCD INSTITUTE (NORTH LAKE 14 OF HEALTH SOUTH) SCIENCES
DCCCD (MOUNTAIN VIEW)
F TEXAS N
AVARRO COLLEGE (MIDLOTHIAN)
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DALLAS BAPTIST UNIVERSITY
PAUL QUINN COLLEGE
UNIVERSITY OF NORTH TEXAS AT DALLAS
NORTHWOOD UNIVERSITY
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41,712 38,094
3 The University of Texas at Dallas (UTD)
27,638
4 Texas Woman’s University (TWU)
15,322
5 Texas A&M University (TAMU) - Commerce
13,065
6 Southern Methodist University (SMU)
11,789
7 Texas Christian University (TCU)
10,298
8 Dallas Baptist University (DBU)
5,067 2,587
11 University of Dallas (UD)
2,510
12 University of North Texas Health Science Center - Fort Worth
2,288
13 University of Texas Southwestern (UTSW)
2,237
14 University of North Texas College of Law - Dallas
423
15 Texas A&M University School of Law - Fort Worth
412
COLLIN COLLEGE (ROCKWALL)
AMBERTON UNIVERSITY (GARLAND)
DALLAS THEOLOGICAL SEMINARY CRISWELL COLLEGE TEXAS A&M HEALTH SCIENCE CENTER ABILENE CHRISTIAN UNIVERSITY AT CITYSQUARE BAYLOR COLLEGE OF DENTISTRY DCCCD (EL CENTRO) UNIVERSITY OF NORTH TEXAS LAW (DALLAS) DCCCD (BILL J. PRIEST)
DCCCD (EASTFIELD PLEASANT GROVE)
COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICTS INSTITUTION
DCCCD (CEDAR VALLEY)
2017 ENROLLMENT
Dallas County Community College District
SOUTHWESTERN ASSEMBLIES OF GOD
72,089
Tarrant County College District
57,389
Collin County Community College District
31,696
North Central Texas Community College District
10,344
Navarro College
9,784
Trinity Valley Community College
6,547
Weatherford College
6,366
DFW Total Community College Students
NAVARRO COLLEGE (WAXAHACHIE)
5 TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY COMMERCE
3,513
10 Texas Wesleyan University
COLLIN COLLEGE (COURTYARD) ABILENE CHRISTIAN UNIVERSITY DALLAS
1 The University of Texas at Arlington (UTA) 2 University of North Texas (UNT) - Denton
9 University of North Texas (UNT) - Dallas
COLLIN COLLEGE (SPRING CREEK)
DCCCD (NORTH LAKE NORTH)
2017 ENROLLMENT
LIVING
MAJOR UNIVERSITIES
194,215
The Texas Workforce Commission provides funding for continuing education courses within the community college system. A total of 12,849 students enrolled in Continuing Education (CE) courses in the districts and colleges listed above in Fall 2017.
Source: Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board
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HOME SALES COMPARISONS | HOUSING COSTS | WHAT YOUR MONEY BUYS | SUBDIVISIONS UTILITY RATES | INSURANCE RATES | HOMEBUILDERS | APARTMENT RENT RATES SENIOR LIVING | LIVE-WORK-PLAY
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“EVERYTHING WE NEED IS WITHIN 15 MINUTES DRIVING.” CITY: Frisco NEIGHBORHOOD: The Arbors at Willow Bay COMPANY/TITLE: Hilti, Senior Manager When did you move here? Where from? May 2015, from Tulsa, Oklahoma Where else have you lived? Leon, Mexico (born and raised), LA, San Diego, Aliso Viego, CA, Tulsa What made you decide to choose Dallas? There are many reasons why my husband and I jumped at the opportunity to move to the Dallas area when our company headquarters relocated to Plano. Affordable housing, safe neighborhoods, great schools and universities, a diverse population, and a variety of entertainment options are among some of the reasons. We also love the great restaurants, from local farm-to-table concepts to international ethnic cuisine. We enjoy the local breweries, parks, manageable traffic, plus two major airports that provide easy connections to the rest of the world.
How did you choose which part of town to live in? Proximity to work, a great school district, new homes, and neighborhood safety were our main criteria. Tell us about your city/neighborhood. What do you like best? What makes it different? Everything we need is within 15 minutes driving. I’m close to my favorite grocery stores, and there are a lot of restaurants and things to do close by McKinney, Plano, and Allen are really close. We are not far from the main airports, Downtown Dallas museums and Dallas restaurants. What advice would you give to someone who wants to move here? My husband and I love the fact that downtown Dallas is not far from our home in Frisco and our office in Plano. We love the amazing museums like the DMA and Perot Museum, just to name two. The Dallas Aquarium has a great variety of sea life. Our company hosted an employee event there recently and watching the families and children enjoy the space was very nice. Also, the arboretum is beautiful, and it is always changing with seasonal decorations. We’re now DFW sports fans.
MONICA DENAVARRO
PHOTO: MICHAEL SAMPLES
MONICA DENAVARRO
HOME SALES COMPARISONS NEW YORK, (MANHATTAN), NY
$1,895,000
SAN FRANCISCO, CA
$1,224,173
ORANGE COUNTY, CA
$940,174
SAN DIEGO, CA
$835,248
CHICAGO, IL
$499,733
DENVER, CO
$492,394
ATLANTA, GA
$354,748 $326,766
DALLAS, TX HOUSTON, TX PHOENIX, AZ
$316,523 $306,256
AUSTIN, TX
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$285,500
FORT WORTH, TX $180,000
MEDIAN NEW HOME PURCHASE PRICE: 2,400 SQ FT LIVING AREA 8,000 SQ FT LOT 4-BEDROOMS, 2-BATHS
$318,463
$210,000
$240,000
$270,000
$300,000
$330,000
$360,000
$390,000
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HOUSING The Dallas and Fort Worth areas are replete with convenience and charm in lifestyle and housing opportunities. Whether you are a temporary business traveler or a family of five, the region offers diverse housing options for individuals and families of all sizes. If you lean toward urban chic, relocate to a trendy loft with skyline views and a cool-kid downtown ambiance. Want something walkable? The newest trend in housing here is mixed-use developments, where you can live above shops and restaurants and access pretty much everything you need on foot. Established neighborhoods with an abundance of singlefamily homes with yards are plentiful. Or, for a more relaxed small-town feel, neighboring communities provide homegrown pride (and lots of space), mixed with big-city conveniences and friendly neighbors. Whatever your style, the Dallas Region has the home for you. All you have to do is find it. What’s more, housing in the Dallas area is very affordable. If you’re moving from another major metro area, you’re going to be surprised to find out just how far your money goes.
HOW MUCH HOUSE CAN I BUY?
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$299,900
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4 BEDS 2.1 BATHS
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4 BEDS 2.1 BATHS
FT
$225,000 2,8
$229,900
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LIVING
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3 BEDS 2.1 BATHS
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3,9
$589,900 5,7
$436,900
76
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5 BEDS 4.3 BATHS
$899,900
82
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5 BEDS 5.1 BATHS
[1, C E D 882 S A R Q M] HIL L
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$615,000 6,1
$480,000
$759,900 2,6
70
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BUYING A HOME Based on the cost of housing compared to median family income, home prices in the DFW region are some of the most affordable in the country, according to the Urban Institute. Stability characterizes the DFW housing market. Its ability to remain strong during global economic fluctuations has been sustained through a combination of a lower cost of living compared with other major metropolitan areas and a diverse economic base that has kept unemployment figures well below national levels. The bottom line for families is that a dollar buys more square feet per home in North Texas. The ease of travel between smaller cities and major job centers means that employees can choose from a wide variety of communities and neighborhoods to accommodate their lifestyles and price points.
HOME PRICES AROUND THE REGION < $100,000
$250,001-$500,000
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Bridgeport
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Keller Azle
Watauga North Richland H
Saginaw
Haltom City
820
Lake Worth
Richland H
River Oaks White Settlement
Weatherford
Fort Worth
20
Aledo Benbrook Edgecliff Village
Forest Hill Kenne
35W
PARKER CO.
TARRANT CO.
JOHNSON CO.
HOOD CO.
Crowley Burleson
Cross Timber Granbury
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Joshua
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380
McKinney
380
Frisco Allen 35E
Fairview
The Colony Lewisville
Plano Wylie
Coppell
Bedford Euless
Northwest Dallas Irving
Hurst
Fate
North Dallas Northeast Dallas
Garland
Rowlett
Rockwall 30
HUNT CO.
Park Cities
635
Heath
McLendon-Chisholm ROCKWALL CO.
East Dallas
Oak Lawn
Hills
Sunnyvale
Dallas
KAUFMAN CO.
Mesquite
30
30
Royse City
Sachse
Richardson 75
Farmers Branch
D/FW Airport
COLLIN CO.
Far North Dallas
Carrollton
Grapevine
Hills
Princeton
Little Elm
Southlake
Colleyville
75
Prosper
Cross Roads
Denton
Celeste
Melissa
Krugerville
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Grand Prairie Oak Cliff
Terrell
Balch Springs 20
Arlington
20
South Dallas
Duncanville
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Weston
Celina
35
Cedar Hill Mansfield
DeSoto
35E
Lancaster
Southeast Dallas
Wilmer-Hutchins
67
Red Oak Oak Leaf Pecan Hill
Kaufman
DALLAS CO.
Glenn Heights Ovilla
Combine
Ferris
ELLIS CO.
45
Midlothian Kemp Venus
Waxahachie
Palmer
SOURCE: North Texas Real Estate Information System
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FROM THE GROUND UP If you search and don’t find just the right house for your needs, there’s always the custom-built route. Choosing every detail of a home, from the floor plan to the doorknobs, is exciting for a lot of people. Costs amount to about the same as buying a pre-owned home, and you get exactly what you’ve always wanted. The Dallas-Fort Worth area has many reputable homebuilders, and housing starts hit a seven-year high in early 2014. One- and two-story traditional and contemporary single-family homes are the foundation for most new subdivisions, though patio homes (zero-lot-line houses) are also very popular in our area. It’s also possible to customize a townhouse or condominium that’s in the early stages of construction or preconstruction.
TOP 25 SUBDIVISIONS ( 2017 )
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BUILDING BLOCKS Mixed-use developments are on the rise.
Central heat and air conditioning are standard in new homes in DFW. 7 Golf course communities aren’t just pretty places to live and play, they are also plentiful here. 7 Planned residential developments follow a particular design from start to finish and provide a variety of housing options and efficient use of land.
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New construction is abundant, should you wish to live in a finished house where no one has lived before.
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Unlike some parts of the country, it’s unusual to find a basement in our area.
Slab foundations are common, and should be watered during the summer.
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Whether it’s heating your water, warming your home or helping you cook for family and friends, natural gas is the smart energy choice that saves you both time and money. It’s also safer, more efficient and better for the environment than other traditional energy resources. So spend less energy powering your dream home — and more energy enjoying it. Choose natural gas.
VACANT DEVELOPED LOTS VACANT DEVELOPED LOTS are the lots on a recorded plat with streets and utilities in place, ready for a home to be built.
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FUTURE LOTS FUTURE LOTS are lots that are planned but have not yet been developed with any or all infrastructure, such as streets and utilities.
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The Dallas Region ranks close to the national median in terms of overall electric rates. Reliability in the system is better here because 85 percent of Texas operates on a separate power grid from that of the rest of the country. Since Texas has a deregulated electricity market, residents have the power to choose their providers, which creates flexibility in pricing and service. Powertochoose.org is the official electric choice website of the Public Utility Commission of Texas, and the place where you can compare providers’ offers and select the plan that is right for you. Many providers offer rates well below the national average, but you have to take the time and make the effort to get a good rate—it doesn’t happen automatically. Though most of the region sits atop two aquifers, our residential water supply comes primarily from surface water (reservoirs and lakes). Water rates for moderate users are lower than in many comparablesize cities in the country. Most cities in DFW have programs to encourage water conservation and some impose watering restrictions due to drought conditions. Natural gas prices are relatively low here, due in part to natural underground gas fields such as the Barnett Shale. The charts here represent real-life examples of what you might expect in terms of power and insurance costs. Every home is different, and many factors contribute to insurance pricing. The prices you pay may or may not compare to these. COMPARE RATES & SAVE MONEY powertochoose.org - The official and unbiased electric choice website of the Public Utility Commission of Texas allows electricity providers to list their offers at no charge, so consumers can compare and choose what’s best for them. helpinsure.com - The free service of the Texas Department of Insurance and Office of Public Insurance Counsel helps Texans with their auto, commercial, and residential property insurance needs.
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$100.00 Family Home: 2,000 Square Feet, 1 Story, Brick, Built in 1969, Dallas, TX (Collin County) $250.00 Single Utilities: Majority electric, including heating, gas water heater and cooktop $50.00 Home Insurance Rate: Homeowner Policy Amount: $250,000, Monthly Rate: $177.91 $200.00 $0
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$120.00 Condominium: 2300 Square Feet, 2 Story, Brick, Built in 1994, Dallas, Tx (Dallas County) $200.00 $100.00 Utilities: $180.00 All electric, including heating $80.00 Home $160.00 Insurance Rate: Homeowner Policy Amount: $150,000, Monthly Rate: $67.00 $60.00 $140.00 $40.00 FA L L G U$120.00 I$20.00 DE $100.00
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AUTO If you have a car accident in Texas and you are at fault, Texas law requires you to pay for the damage to the other person’s vehicle and for any medical expenses that person might incur as a result of the accident. To that end, the law requires all drivers to have basic liability coverage. The current minimum limits in Texas are $30,000 for each injured person, up to a total of $60,000 per accident, and $25,000 for property damage per accident. But cars are expensive and medical care more so. The minimum amounts might not be enough to pay all of the other driver’s costs if you’re in an accident, and the other driver can sue you to collect the difference. Consider buying more than the basic limits to protect yourself financially. The cost of auto insurance in Texas is near the national average.
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Single Family Home: 1,711 Square Feet, 2 Story, Wood siding and stone, Built in 1941, Dallas, Tx (Dallas $200.00 $400.00 $80.00 County) Utilities: Electric Air Conditioning and Natural Gas Heating, gas water heater and cooktop $180.00 $350.00 $60.00 Home Insurance Rate: Homeowner Policy Amount: $375,000 (Property), $100,000 (Liability), $160.00 $40.00 Rate: $99.54 $300.00 Monthly $140.00 $20.00 $250.00 $120.00 $0 $200.00 $100.00 $150.00 $80.00 $450.00 $100.00 $60.00 $400.00 $50.00 $40.00 $350.00
$100.00 $350.00 $50.00 $300.00 $80.00 $0 $250.00 $60.00 Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec $200.00 $40.00 $140.00 Single $150.00 Family Home: 4,009 Square Feet, 2 Story, Brick, Built in 2002, Dallas, Tx (Dallas County)
Utilities: Electric Air Conditioning and Propane Gas Heating, gas water heater and cooktop $20.00 $120.00 $100.00 Home Insurance Rate: Policy Amount: $525,000 (property), $300,000 (liability), Monthly Rate: $218.00 $50.00 $0 $100.00 $0 $80.00 $60.00 $140.00 $40.00 $120.00 $20.00 $100.00 $0 $80.00 $60.00 $40.00 $20.00 $0
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Apartment: 1150 Square Feet, 5 Story, Concrete, Built in 2015, Dallas, Tx (Dallas County) Utilities: All electric, including heating Home Rental Insurance Rate: Policy Amount:$100,000, Monthly Rate: $83.63
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HOME The average home insurance policy cost in Texas is higher than in many other places, but policies are different here which makes comparing our rates with those of other states tough. The most common nationwide policy (called the HO-3) is not sold in Texas, though there are plenty of policies to choose from. When comparing insurance policies, pay attention to limits (the maximum amount the insurance company will pay for damages), perils covered (situations the insurance company covers), and the deductible (how much you pay out of pocket before your coverage kicks in). Policies with low deductibles, a high number of covered perils, and high limits cost more. As in other states, discounts on home insurance premiums are available in Texas for people who don’t make claims for several years, older homeowners, and homes with safety equipment such as smoke detectors and alarm systems.
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APARTMENT LIFE Apartment dwelling in the DFW area depends on your preferences: all types and sizes are found throughout our region. Communities range from traditional apartment complexes to luxury high-rise buildings to large-scale communities with every bell and whistle imaginable. Some newer apartment communities offer amenities such as dog runs, workout facilities, tanning services, and community activities ranging from movies on the lawn to wine tastings to Monday Night Football parties. In recent years, mixed-use communitiesâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;which include not only multiple apartment buildings, but also restaurants, shops, movie theaters, and underground parkingâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;have popped up all over, appealing to a segment of people who desire an urban, walkable neighborhood experience without the responsibilities of homeownership.
TWO-BEDROOM RENT RATES
What if you need to relocate to Dallas before you find a place to live? Should your company want you to start your job in Dallas right away, or if youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve sold your house before you have a new one to move into, you need a company that specializes in temporary housing. These companies keep ready-to-go units in apartment buildings that are stocked with everything you need to be comfortableâ&#x20AC;&#x201D; furniture, kitchen wares, bedding, electronicsâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;and all the utilities already turned on. All you have to do is show up with your suitcase. You can work through a real estate agent or your corporate relocation company to find a business that specializes in this service. Typically, the length of your stay will depend on the number of days approved by your companyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s relocation policy.
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You may want to live in an apartment building with a concierge. Several Dallas-area luxury apartment buildings employ people who not only monitor who enters and leaves the building, but who also assist residents, collecting mail when they are away on vacation, letting in repairmen when they canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t be home, taking in packages and other deliveries, and handling emergencies if they are away. Talk to your real estate agent or work with an apartment locator who specializes in high-end rentals to find the right level of service for you.
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Many older people love Dallas-Fort Worthâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s mild climate, travel accessibility via DFW International Airport and Love Field, outstanding health care, and senior-friendly activities and organizations. Many families relocating to Dallas will opt to relocate an older loved one with them. Nearly 10 percent of the population in Dallas-Fort Worth is 65 or older, according to 2013 U.S. Census Bureau data, and the area has a wide variety of housing options for seniors. In recent years, active adult communities catering to an older population have been reimagined as age-restricted subdivisions with golf courses, swimming pools, walking trails, and more, while independent living facilities provide a chance for seniors to live rich, full lives without the hassles of homeownership. Many builders have products aimed at active adult buyers. These are often in communities with traditional buyers. The active agetargeted residential subdivisions shown on the map are specifically targeted to active adult buyers. Not shown below are affordable housing/subsidized properties.
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SENIOR LIVING PHOTO: KZENON VIA iSTOCK
INDEPENDENT LIVING FACILITIES PIONEER RIDGE GRACIOUS RETIREMENT LIVING
GOOD SAMARITAN SOCIETY DENTON VILLAGE
DOGWOOD ESTATES
ROBSON RANCH
THE CHATEAU
FRISCO LAKES
AUTUMN OAKS
LAKE FOREST GOOD SAMARITAN VILLAGE
PARKVIEW IN ALLEN
FRANKLIN PARK LEWISVILLE
CONSERVATORY AT PLANO
MEADOW LAKES
EL DORADO TRADITION OF PRESTONWOOD
MACARTHUR HILLS SOUTH COLLEYVINE RANCH
MY RETIREMENT HOME SUMMER GLEN
ATRIA AT HOMETOWN
THE BENTLEY
PARC PLACE THE WELLINGTON AT NORTH RICHLAND HILLS
EMERALD RIDGE TOWNHOMES
PARKWOOD
EMERITUS AT IRVING
THE STAYTON AT HOME FOR AGED MUSEUM WAY MASONS CLINIC LAKEWOOD NURSING CENTER TOWN VILLAGE MOUNTAIN CREEK VILLAGE WATERFORD THE HILL VILLA RETIREMENT LIVING RIDGMAR TRINITY AT PANTEGO TERRACE TOWN VILLAGE HORIZON BAY ARLINGTON THE VANTAGE AT CITYVIEW FOX RUN ARLINGTON PLAZA ESTATES THE BROADWAY PLAZA ARBROOK TRINITY COURTYARD WATERFORD AT FORT WORTH
HERITAGE PLACE AT HUGULEY
SENTE MEADOWS DUPLEX
THE WATERFORD AT PLANO
WATERCREST AT MANSFIELD/ ISLE AT WATERCREST
CRESCENT POINT/ CRESCENT PLACE
TREEMONT MEADOWSTONE PLACE PLAZA AT EDGEMERE
WELLINGTON AT ARAPAHO TOWN VILLAGE NORTH DALLAS PRESBYTERIAN VILLAGE NORTH FIVE STAR PREMIER RESIDENCES WHITEROCK COURT CHAMBREL AT CLUB HILL
LIBERTY HEIGHTS GRACIOUS
CHURCHILL ESTATES MONTCLAIR ESTATES OF GARLAND GREENWAY VILLAGE AT CHRISTIAN CARE CENTER
C C YOUNG THE MEMORIAL HOME TRADITION THREE THE FOUNTAINS FORUM LAKELAND HILLS
WATERFORD AT MESQUITE
TOWER PLACE
INDEPENDENT LIVING FACILITIES (NUMBER OF UNITS) 75-129
THE WATERVIEW
130-178
LAKESTONE TERRACE QUAIL PARK
179-240 THE GARDENS AT CHISHOLM TRAIL
KERALA ESTATES
PRESTON PLACE ATRIA CANYON CREEK HIGHLAND SPRINGS
CHRISTUS ST JOSEPH VILLAGE THE REMINGTON AT VALLEY RANCH
CONSERVATORY AT KELLER TOWN CENTER
COTTONWOOD ESTATES
CORINTHIANS LAKEVIEW AT JOSEY RANCH
WATERMERE AT SOUTHLAKE/ ISLE AT WATERMERE
LEGACY AT WILLOW BEND
SUNRISE PLANO
LEWISVILLE ESTATES
PINEWOOD HILLS
CHAMPIONS CIRCLE/GREENS
VILLA ASUNCION
PARKVIEW IN FRISCO
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Ready to build a new home? You’ve either made a list of customizations you want or selected your plan, picked a possible lot location and chosen your builder/contractor. What’s next? The most important part: getting a homebuilder’s/construction loan. A COUPLE OF THINGS TO KEEP IN MIND While it sounds easier to get a loan from your personal bank, some national banks don’t offer homebuilder’s/ construction loans. A few Dallas banks that do offer this loan are Regions Bank, BB&T, and Wells Fargo. Some banks offer a program called Construction to Permanent Loans. This will help smooth the transition so you can start payments on your house as soon as you finish. 9More details in later steps.) Wish there were someone to help you out with the entire process from start to finish? Good news. There are people who help take care of the nitty-gritty work. They’re called mortgage officers. Any bank will have one. Their job is to make sure you get the appropriate documentation and disclosures needed for building a new home. Next, the bank will review your eligibility, the builder you have chosen, and will check your finances. Your new home will also have to meet requirements for the loan approval process. Every bank is different, so check what your options are. Completing an application is the next step. It’s important to have a copy of the construction agreement you have with your builder (this includes the lot value, customizations, and an estimated cost of your home), a
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blueprint of the floor plan, and, if possible, a deed to the land. Every bank has a different application, so qualifications will vary. Once your application is approved, which usually takes about 48 hours, a licensed appraiser will review your information and determine an estimated market value of your home by comparing it to surrounding homes. You will then pay out-of-pocket for closing costs and the first down payment on your home. At this point in the process, it’s best to get Homeowner’s Insurance. This will protect you from any financial responsibility for any damage/liability that occurs during the construction of your home. This is where all the real fun starts. You begin drawing on your loan. Loan disbursements will be based on what’s getting accomplished. As a task is completed, it’s inspected in order to move forward. Banks want to make sure the money that is being drawn from your loan is being used for its initial intent. Draws will also be based on a schedule you’ve set with your builder. The final step of this process is the Construction to Permanent Loan program that is offered by certain banks (ex: Regions & BB&T). Instead of going through a hassle to find another loan to start your payments on your home, the Construction to Permanent Loan automatically converts your construction loan to a regular loan so that you can immediately begin payments on your home.
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CHECKLIST PRE-CONSTRUCTION ❏ Choose a builder ❏ Make a list of wants and needs ❏ Choose location of home ❏ Talk to a mortgage officer and ask about loan options ❏ Review your eligibility ❏ Have copy of construction agreement with builder ❏ Have a blueprint of floor plan ❏ Have a deed to the land, if possible ❏ Apply! CONSTRUCTION ❏ Application approved ❏ Licensed appraiser reviews your information and determines estimated cost of home ❏ Pay for closing costs and first down payment ❏ Attain homeowner’s insurance ❏ Loan disbursements begin ❏ Inspection per task completed ❏ Post-construction ❏ Construction loan will convert to permanent loan ❏ Begin monthly payments on your new home ❏ Move in!
DID YOU KNOW? There are some banks that will allow you to get pre-qualified for a loan without choosing a builder or having an estimated price on your lot. Check with your banker to see what options he or she has for you. BANKS WITH HOMEBUILDER’S/ CONSTRUCTION LOAN > American Bank of Commerce > Amegy Mortgage > BB&T > BBVA Compass > Pegasus Bank > Regions > Wells Fargo
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Situated in a picturesque country setting among parks and ponds in a commute-friendly location off Highways 360 and 287, Somerset is a new 460-acre master-planned community in Mansfield. Featuring 1,200 lots, four prominent area builders are crafting modern designs priced from the $200s-$400s. This community has something to offer every family: quality affordable homes, a prime location within the prestigious Mansfield ISD, parks, and a wide array of conveniences and activities. Pulte Homes, Innovation Homes, Chesmar Homes, and John Houston Custom Homes offer an impressive collection of one and two-story floor plans designed to fit any familyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s lifestyle and needs. The beautiful homes are complimented by stunning scenery, thoughtful landscaping, pocket parks, and trails winding throughout the community. Additionally, a planned clubhouse and resort-style swimming pool will offer families the perfect space to play and relax. Somersetâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s desirable location along Highway 287 and Highway 360 puts homeowners within quick reach of DFW Airport, area entertainment and major employment hubs throughout the Metroplex. Scenic Joe Pool Lake, featuring marinas, boat ramps, and miles of trails, is just moments from the community. Whether you spend the day shopping in Historic Downtown Mansfield, splashing around at Hawaiian Falls Mansfield, or heading to a game or concert at Globe Life Park and AT&T Stadium, Somerset residents never have to travel far for fun. Students attend the sought-after schools of Mansfield ISD: Perry Elementary, Orr Intermediate School, Worley Middle School, and Lake Ridge High School. As one of the fastest growing districts in the state, Mansfield ISD has received numerous state distinctions and is recognized for its forward-thinking technology policy and innovative teaching methods. Somerset is located at 3202 Woodford Drive in Mansfield. To learn more about the community, available homes and the lifestyle, visit LivingatSomerset.com. 116
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At Somerset in the sought-after Mansfield ISD, you’ll find amazing amenities for the entire family. Ride your bike along trails that wind throughout the community, or go jogging past ponds, water features and greenbelts. Spend your afternoon picnicking or playing a game of catch in one of the pocket parks. A future resort-style pool and clubhouse will provide the perfect place to make a splash or get together with friends. So kick back, relax and enjoy someplace fun.
It’s the lifestyle you’ve been looking for. With a prime location off Highway 360 and US Highway 287, Somerset is convenient to D/FW Airport, major work hubs throughout the Metroplex, neighborhood boutiques, the historic downtown area and many sports and entertainment venues.
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Wildridge is the Hidden Gem on Lake Lewisville A 382-acre lakeside community in Oak Point, Wildridge is considered the hidden gem on coveted Lake Lewisville. A combination of highly sought-after builders, innovative schools, first-class amenities and growing location make this master-planned community one-of-a-kind. Wildridge is a place where families can plant their roots and enjoy an oasis away from the noise of the city, yet the shopping, dining and schools are around the corner. The community is intentionally designed to not disturb the natural beauty—the rolling terrain, ponds and wooded acreage—it feels like home the moment you arrive. Situated a stone’s throw from the lakeshore, Wildridge surrounds you with the raw beauty of Lake Lewisville, mature trees and nature trails— all woven throughout the community. Priced from the $300s, homebuilders include American Legend Homes, Highland Homes and Plantation Homes. A newly opened section of homesites has great views, oversized lots and lake access to the peninsula of Lake Lewisville. From kayaks and canoes to the Wildridge Little Library – Wildridge has something for everyone! 118
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Wildridge is comprised of natural and resortstyle amenities including a private pool, wading area, stocked fish pond, children’s playscapes and a Texas-themed pavilion with an outdoor bar, grill and open fireplace—perfect for s’mores and summer nights under the stars. A full-time lifestyle coordinator hosts year-round events like outdoor movie nights, wine tastings, dinners on the grounds, kayaking excursions, fitness clubs and watch parties. For Wildridge, the vision is to create opportunities for people to gather, enjoy the outdoors and build relationships with the community around you. Visit LiveatWildridge.com today and discover the life that awaits on the shores of Lakes Lewisville! FA L L 2 0 1 8
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OUTSIDE YOUR DOOR. Master-Planned living from the $300s on the scenic shores of Lake Lewisville
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HEARTLAND HAS IT ALL JUST EAST OF DOWNTOWN DALLAS — AMAZING AMENITIES, LIFESTYLE PROGRAMS, AND HOMES FROM THE $190S TO $300S Just twenty-five miles east of downtown Dallas, Heartland is a 2,000-acre Master Planned Community built to serve the needs of an active family and a variety of lifestyles with affordable home prices. With over 400 acres of parks and picnic areas including a stocked lake, sports fields, pools, and schools connected by a trail and bridge system—families can spend more time together and less time in the car. Perfectly located off of Highway 20, Heartland features a direct commute into downtown Dallas and convenient access to all major DallasFort Worth thoroughfares and attractions. Heartland has the amenities for all ages. New hometown-inspired amenities are making their way to Heartland this year, but the existing resident amenities are plenty and awe-inspiring. Baseball and soccer fields, Junior-Olympic-sized lap and swimming pool, Pirate’s Cove playground, fishing pier, basketball courts, hiking and biking trails, and beautiful lakes and fountains are just some of the impressive amenities that can be found in Heartland. Heartland has the home of your dreams. Award-winning homebuilders like Bloomfield Homes, History Maker Homes, Lennar, and the newest additions to Heartland, Highland Homes and Impression Homes, give new residents an impressive menu of refreshing and affordable new home designs starting from the $190s to low $300s. Heartland has the lifestyle you want. A 120
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Homes From the $190s to $300s Get it all at Heartland with a variety of home designs from award-winning builders, one-of-a-kind amenities that keep growing, on-site schools, and best of all, lasting value in a friendly, convenient community. Just 25 miles from downtown Dallas, Heartland is a 2,000-acre master planned community designed for active families. With over 400 acres of parks, picnic areas, sports fields, and pools, Heartland truly has something for every age. The heart of the community rests along the 35-acre stocked lake with a picturesque fishing pier, complete with a winding trail system and pedestrian bridges that connect homes to all the exciting amenities. BLOOMFIELD HOMES
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DESIGNED TO INSPIRE, JUST 9 MILES EAST OF HWY 75, INSPIRATION OFFERS A VARIETY OF NEW HOMES AND AMENITIES FROM $290S TO $600S Inspiration. The name says it all. Nestled among the rolling terrain and scenic views of Dallas-Fort Worth’s Lake Lavon, Inspiration is a stunning 600-acre Master Planned Community adjacent to the historic Town of St. Paul. Inspired amenities with community pools and playgrounds, open green spaces, and plenty of nearby water activities, make Inspiration a perfect escape from the fastpaced city life. Inspiration is convenient to Central Expressway (US Highway 75), where a wide array of shopping, dining, employment districts, and entertainment venues await. Whether you are relocating from out of state or escaping the busy city, Inspiration provides the perfect setting for peaceful, comfortable living. Designed to inspire. Inspiration has provided an excellent lineup of seven premier homebuilders offering a variety of new home designs with unique exterior and interior features—homes by prominent builders Bloomfield Homes, First Texas Homes, Gehan Homes, Highland Homes, Mercury Custom Homes, Pulte Homes, and Shaddock Homes, offered from the $290s to $600s. Live life inspired. Currently all Inspiration residents have access to Hope Harbor pool complex, which includes a great resort pool with infinity edge, cabanas for lounging, an event pavilion, and playground. Construction has 122
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Schools that inspire. George W. Bush Elementary—the newest Wylie ISD school, located on-site at Inspiration—is open and educating community kids. A quick walk to drop your kids off at school or a short drive to the nearest shopping and dining venues—convenience and comfort are always top-of-mind at Inspiration. What inspires you and your new home purchase? Come out to Inspiration today and visit our beautiful model homes.
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FIND YOUR PERFECT SPOT AT WATERSCAPE, ROYSE CITY’S NEWEST MASTER PLANNED COMMUNITY WITH HOMES FROM LOW $200S You wake up in your cozy and inviting home on a gorgeous Saturday in spring. After breakfast, you and your children pick up your fishing rods and take a stroll to the well-stocked local pond, where you catch and reel in a big one! Following that, you might find yourself on a nature hike through the community trail system, or maybe you’ll decide to get busy and mow your lawn. As you push the lawn mower, and your kids ride along the bike-friendly sidewalks, you might wave to the neighbor across the street, ending up in a really great conversation. Later on, following a dinner in your modern kitchen-dining area, you might make your way to the local community clubhouse, and grab a beer or wine. As you watch your children having fun on the playscape, you chat with other parents. Once the kids start getting sleepy, it’s time to return home and look forward to the next day. This vision is your reality when you reside at Waterscape. Waterscape is a uniquely crafted residential area brought to you by Huffines Communities, a developer known for creating and maintaining superior neighborhoods throughout North Texas. Located in Royse City on the northeast side of the Metroplex, Waterscape combines outstanding outdoor fun with beautifully appointed homes, offering an easy commute to employment centers throughout the Dallas area. At Waterscape your dream home awaits—a home crafted by well-known builders, and created to your specifications. Waterscape home builders are 124
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The hidden gem of Frisco. Tucked away in north Frisco, this new, close-knit community has great schools, a clubhouse and a pool. Located just 3.5 miles west of the Dallas North Tollway.
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Waiting to be discovered. Discover the scenic, hillside community where neighborhoods meet the wonders of nature. Canyon Falls marries an amazing setting with unmatched schools and amenities. Located in Flower Mound, Northlake and Argyle.
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For five decades, Newland has masterfully developed best-selling communities that people across the country call home. From 61-acre urban re-development, to 10,000+ acre greenfield master plans. Now, Newland has introduced three new communities right here in Dallas-Fort Worth: Hollyhock, Canyon Falls and The Grove Frisco, all featuring some of the most respected builders in the area.
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NASH Eland, LLC, NASH FM 3537, LLC and NASH Canyon Falls, LLC, are the individual fee owners (“Owners”) of the Hollyhock, The Grove, and Canyon Falls communities, respectively (collectively, the “Communities”). This is not an offering of real estate in any jurisdiction where prior qualification is required unless such real estate has been so qualified or exemptions are available. Homes within the Communities are constructed and sold by homebuilders (“Builders”) unaffiliated with Owners, Newland Real Estate Group, LLC (“Newland”) or North America Sekisui House, LLC (“NASH”). Owners, Newland and NASH do not warrant or guarantee the obligations, construction or pricing of Builders who may build and sell homes in the Communities. Owners are responsible only with respect to the development of certain infrastructure improvements, which are all complete, and such obligations run solely to persons buying real property from Owners. Owners support and use their best efforts to secure compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. Copyright ©2018 NASH Eland, LLC, NASH FM 3537, LLC and NASH Canyon Falls, LLC. All rights reserved. No reproduction, distribution, or transmission of any portion of this advertisement is permitted without written permission of Owners. Equal Housing Opportunity.
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Modern developments in every corner of the region make the transition of a Dallas move easier than ever. These well-thought-out living centers make it possible to have a community where you literally walk from the place you live to shopping, dining, entertainment, green space, public transport, and sometimes even your workplace. Imagine how much time that frees up, and how flexible your schedule becomes â&#x20AC;&#x201D; not to mention the social opportunities it affords. In Dallas-Fort Worth, you are lucky to have many options for this style of living. We highlight just a few notable locations. Many more are in the process of being built.
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DALLAS Centered around a park and ride DART Station. Houses an Angelika Film Center, restaurants, shopping, loft-style offices, and dwellings.
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ADDISON You’ll remember it for the giant blue steel sculpture in the center of a roundabout. You’ll visit for events like Kaboom Town and Oktoberfest.
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MCKINNEY This still-in-progress hub of apartment living, working, and playing will also incorporate a medical district nearby.
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FORT WORTH Park free on the 35 blocks of brick-paved streets in downtown Fort Worth. Features restored turnof-the-century buildings and an expansive plaza.
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FORT WORTH National large retailers shoulder grocery stores, a Cinemark movie theater, casual restaurants, and three residential complexes.
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ROANOKE They redesigned the town’s established Oak Street and plaza, but maintained the historic downtown feel.
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SOUTHLAKE The city made a modernized “old-tyme” town square with City Hall and post office in the center of sidewalk shopping and eating.
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DALLAS This thousand-acre planned community sits around a 36-acre lake near Coppell. Includes one of the nation’s first “net-zero” elementary schools.
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DALLAS Downtown Dallas urban revival at its best. Preserved buildings let hotels pair with residences. Active nightlife and dining.
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MCKINNEY The revamped original historic town square sits in the middle of quaint shops, local restaurants, and entertainment venues.
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The Dallas Region is diverse and changing every day. The rapid influx of people has made us the fastest-growing U.S. metro over the past decade. Whether you’re looking for fine arts, entertainment, professional sports, or giving back, you’ll never run out of activities in Dallas — fun here knows no bounds. BENJAMIN LUCZAK
CITY: Dallas NEIGHBORHOOD: Oak Lawn COMPANY/TITLE: Dallas Summer Musicals, Director of Individual Giving When did you move here? Where from? I relocated to Dallas in April 2018. I previously resided in Omaha, where I was the associate director of development, donor relations at Omaha Performing Arts.
What made you Say Yes to Dallas? I have a BFA in Musical Theatre, an MS in Arts Management and a Certificate of Fundraising Management. The performing arts has always been my passion. With Dallas Summer Musicals’ recent partnership with Broadway Across America, and with one of the largest Broadway touring venues in the country – The Music Hall at Fair Park – the opportunity to relocate to Dallas for a newly created position was one I couldn’t pass up. How did you choose where to live in the Dallas Region? Honestly, on a whim! My partner Jimy and I love Oak Lawn because of the walkability to restaurants and nightlife, and because it provides a dog-friendly neighborhood for our three fur babies. It’s also less than 20 minutes, with minimal traffic during rush hour, to my office in Fair Park. Tell us about your city/neighborhood. What do you like best? What makes it different? I like that Dallas (and specifically, Oak Lawn) is not only diverse, but also equitable and inclusive. I often say to friends from the northeast that Dallas is the most diverse place I’ve ever lived— including NYC. FA L L 2 0 1 8
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What advice would you give to someone who wants to move here? Go out and do something new every chance you get. The museums, arts, food, culture, and recreation are why Dallas is a desirable, economical, cosmopolitan city. How has your opinion of the Dallas Region changed since moving here? I really had no idea how expansive the city was. It’s sprawling. Tell us about the work environment here. I am passionate about the arts and its role in understanding the human condition. Standing in the back of a dark theater at the end of the day, watching a child’s immersion as they watch “The Lion King” or “Beauty and the Beast” live on stage, makes any work hardship worth it for me.
Where do you go and what do you do on the weekends or days off? We love to barhop on Cedar Springs or take trips to visit my partner’s mom in Fort Worth. What is your favorite outside activity, and where is your favorite place to do it? Walking our three dogs, two dachshunds and a husky mix, in Oak Lawn. How do you interact with your community? I love working performances at Fair Park because I see the entire community, coming together, for a meaningful cultural experience. It’s the best. Do you travel often? Is it easier or harder to do here? I do! With close proximity to Love Field and DFW, transportation to Pittsburgh and New York City is a breeze.
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The Dallas Region has not one but two major arts districts. The Dallas Arts District, which is anchored by the Dallas Museum of Art, Morton H. Meyerson Symphony Center, Nasher Sculpture Center, and AT&T Performing Arts Center, is nearly 70 acres— the largest urban arts district in the country. Here, you can catch a performance of Texas Ballet Theater, a Broadway touring production, classical or local musicians, a night of live storytelling, TED talks, movies and music under the stars, festivals, art exhibits, and so much more. We’d be willing to bet you could spend every weekend in our Arts District and never run out of new things to do. What’s more: The Fort Worth Cultural District claims five internationally recognized museums, including the Kimbell Art Museum, the Amon Carter Museum of American Art, and Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth. Beyond our fantastic cultural centers, the Dallas Region is home to hundreds of smaller museums and public galleries, scores of professional and community theaters, dozens of local symphony and chamber orchestras, dance troupes, and opera associations. No matter what artistic pursuit you’re into, you can find it here.
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THE NATURE OF ARP Through January 6 Nasher Sculpture Center nashersculpturecenter.org LOOP September 28 - October 28 Fort Worth Burnett Park dfwi.org THE FLYING DUTCHMAN October 12 - 20 Winspear Opera House attpac.org TEXAS VEGGIE FAIR October 21 Reverchon Park texasveggiefair.com RODGERS + HAMMERSTEINâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S CINDERELLA November 15 -18 Bass Performance Hall basshall.com DALLAS SYMPHONY A BERNSTEIN TRIBUTE November 9-11 Morton H. Meyerson Symphony Center mydso.com PARADE OF LIGHTS November 18 Fort Worth Sundance Square fortworthparadeoflights.org
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THAT’S ENTERTAINMENT Dallas is an entertainment field of dreams. You could start with the 75-acre master-planned development that is Victory Park—packed with trendy shops and restaurants; the House of Blues and Hard Rock Cafe; The W Hotel; and American Airlines Center, home of the Mavericks and the Stars, as well as a concert venue extraordinaire—and move on to McKinney Avenue, which teems at night with hordes of pretty people going from hot spot to hot spot all the way from The Rattlesnake Bar at The Ritz-Carlton to The Magnolia Theatre at the West Village. For something a little more laid-back (but no less entertaining), you could hit Greenville Avenue for its funky shops, rooftop bars, and live music at the historic Granada Theater; or you could bop around Bishop Arts, Oak Cliff’s repository of everything cool and home to some of Dallas’ most sought-after restaurants (Lucia, Stock & Barrel, Oddfellows—to name just a few) and bars. The suburbs have more than their fair share of things to do, too. Plano’s Shops at Legacy brim with boutique shopping, best-in-class restaurants and bars, and the Angelika Film Center, while Frisco Square has Cinemark Next Gen-XD Theater, Toyota Stadium, and amenities such as the Black Box Theatre at Frisco Discovery Center. But we’re only scratching the surface here; there’s so much more to explore.
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Historic downtowns are being redeveloped into regional shopping destinations, including those in Plano, McKinney, Denton, Carrollton, and Grapevine.
SHOP ’TIL YOU DROP Dallas is a fashionable place in every respect. Our ladies love to dress, our men love to look good, and we all love our houses and gardens to seem like something right out of a magazine. Home and high-end clothing retailers Neiman Marcus and Stanley Korshak, as well as more casual companies such as JCPenney, Fossil, and Pier 1, help us come by it naturally. And there’s no shortage of places to shop. The Dallas Region has every modern retail wonder you might imagine: posh indoor malls packed with amenities (think: modern sculpture, an ice skating rink, spas, and more) and every major retail brand; relaxed, open-air centers that encourage you to wear out your credit cards, grab a bite, and linger long after you meant to go home; and boutique districts that beckon with independent businesses with individual flair. We’ve got outlet malls for bargain shoppers and scores of vintage shops for those who love history. In short, you’ll find whatever your heart desires. SHOPPING CENTERS
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Modern mixed-use centers are where people live, work, and play—and shopping is a large part of the latter. Here are a few that have come online in recent years. They offer lots of opportunity for fashionable acquisitions.
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Moms and dads know that when it comes to kids, entertainment is key. And entertainment in the Dallas Region comes in many forms, from flatout fun to fun with an educational aspect. Whether you have animal lovers, nature fans, budding Einsteins, aspiring sports stars, or kids who just want to play ’til they pass out, we have the perfect activity for your family. The lists here are only the beginning. For many more suggestions on what to do with kids in the Dallas Region, go to dfwchild.com.
DALLAS ARBORETUM - Dallas DALLAS WORLD AQUARIUM - Dallas DALLAS ZOO - Dallas FORT WORTH MUSEUM OF SCIENCE AND HISTORY - Fort Worth FORT WORTH STOCKYARDS Fort Worth FORT WORTH ZOO - Fort Worth FRONTIERS OF FLIGHT MUSEUM - Dallas FOUNDERS PLAZA PLANE OBSERVATION PARK - DFW Airport GALLERIA ICE SKATING CENTER - Dallas GRAPEVINE VINTAGE RAILROAD Grapevine GREAT WOLF LODGE - Grapevine HYDROUS WAKE PARK Allen, Little Elm I-FLY (INDOOR SKYDIVING) - Frisco, Hurst
ANNUAL KID-FRIENDLY EVENTS KIDFILM FESTIVAL (Jan) SOUTHWESTERN EXPOSITION AND LIVESTOCK SHOW & RODEO (Jan) DALLAS BLOOMS AT THE ARBORETUM (Mar) DEEP ELLUM ARTS FESTIVAL (April) FORT WORTH MAYFEST (May) ADDISON KABOOM TOWN (July) GRAPEVINE GRAPEFEST® (Sept) PLANO BALLOON FESTIVAL (Sept) STATE FAIR OF TEXAS (Sep – Oct) AUTUMN AT THE ARBORETUM (Sept-Nov) AURORA DALLAS (Fall) THE TRAINS AT NORTHPARK (Nov – Dec)
LEGOLAND DISCOVERY CENTER – Grapevine
ROAD TRIPS FOR KIDS
- Addison
NOBLE PLANETARIUM - Fort Worth PEROT MUSEUM OF NATURE AND SCIENCE - Dallas SCI-TECH DISCOVERY CENTER - Frisco SIX FLAGS OVER TEXAS - Arlington
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NATIONAL COWGIRL MUSEUM AND HALL OF FAME - Fort Worth
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Dinosaur Valley State Park: 1.5 hours
Fossil Rim Wildlife Center: 1.5 hours
Schlitterbahn Waterpark: 3.75 hours
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DALLAS COWBOYS VS. JACKSONVILLE JAGUARS October 14 AT&T Stadium dallascowboys.com
Baseball. Basketball. Football. Hockey. Soccer. Whatever your passion, Dallas has a winning professional team to cheer on (and if you prefer a professional team from elsewhere, that’s cool, too, because chances are that team will be in town in the future). Riding the NBA’s longest active sellout streak, the Dallas Mavericks won the 2011 NBA Championship and hold two conference titles (2006, 2011). The Dallas Cowboys — who call billion-dollar state-of-the-art AT&T Stadium in Arlington home — hold five Super Bowl titles (1971, 1977, 1992, 1993, and 1995), and they have the legendary Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders. The Texas Rangers brought the World Series to Globe Life Park in Arlington in 2010 and 2011, and have made eight appearances in the MLB postseason. Major League Soccer’s FC Dallas (formerly the Dallas Burn) has been a member of the league since its inception. The Dallas Stars claimed hockey’s holy grail, winning the Stanley Cup in 1999, and hold two President’s Trophies and two
FC DALLAS VS. SPORTING KANSAS CITY October 21 Toyota Stadium fcdallas.com DALLAS STARS VS. LOS ANGELES KINGS October 23 American Airlines Center nhl.com PHOTO: DALLAS STARS
minor league football team, the Texas Elite Women’s Football, the Texas Legends NBA D-League minor league basketball team, the Allen Americans hockey team of the ECHL, the Lone Star Brahmas junior hockey team, the Frisco RoughRiders AA baseball team, the Grand Prairie AirHogs baseball team, the Fort Worth Cats baseball team, and the Dallas Sidekicks soccer team all keep sports fans entertained year-round.
Western Conference titles. And that’s just the tip of the hockey stick, so to speak. The Dallas Region hosts two PGA Tour events. The AT&T Byron Nelson will move to its new home at the Trinity Forest Golf Club in 2018, and the DEAN & DELUCA Invitational takes place at Colonial Country Club in Fort Worth each spring. There’s auto racing at Texas Motor Speedway. We’ve also got minor league teams galore. The Texas Revolution indoor
DALLAS STARS VS. SAN JOSE SHARKS November 8 American Airlines Center nhl.com ALLEN AMERICANS VS. KANSAS CITY MAVERICKS November 9 Allen Event Center allenamericans.com DALLAS MAVERICKS VS. UTAH JAZZ November 14 American Airlines Center mavs.com
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The Dallas Region is a marvelous mix of people of all faiths, Christian and non-Christian alike. Members of every Protestant group will find church homes here, as well as Catholics, Mormons, Seventh-Day Adventists, and Unitarian Universalists. Non-Christian faiths represented here include Judaism, Islam, Buddhism, and Hinduism, as well as smaller groups such as Bahá’í Faith, Jain, Sikh, Tao, and Zoroastrian.
CATHEDRAL SHRINE OF THE VIRGIN OF GUADALUPE
CHAPEL OF THANKSGIVING
CHUA DAO QUANG BUDDHIST TEMPLE, GARLAND
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> MegaFest, a family-oriented inspirational festival led by Bishop T.D. Jakes, drew 80,000 attendees from more than 30 countries to Dallas in August.
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> Approximately two dozen Buddhist temples are located in the region, among them the Kadampa Meditation Center, offering meditation classes and workshops.
> Temple Emanu-El, founded in 1875, was the first Jewish congregation in North Texas and is the largest reform synagogue in the South and Southwest United States.
> There are five Sikh temples— among them the Gurudwara Singh Sabha in Richardson. > Dallas hosts the “world’s largest gay church,” Cathedral of Hope, with more than 4,000 members.
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INDIA
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75 121
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30
183
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12
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12
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175
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20
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175
20
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VIETNAM
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75
121
121
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114
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635 75
75 78
30
78
183
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161
80 30
80 30
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The GLBT community thrives in the Dallas Region, with a widespread sentiment of welcome throughout the cities and business communities. Many company headquarters based in the region, such as American Airlines, Southwest Airlines, Texas Instruments, Sabre Corporation, GameStop, and Dallas Mavericks are leading the fight for diversity and gay rights in the state — and those are just a few of the business supporters. KEY NEIGHBORHOODS
> OAK LAWN – This neighborhood, affectionately called “The Gayborhood,” hosts a high concentration of GLBT residents, shops, restaurants and nightclubs. Popular joints include Round-Up Saloon, Jr’s Bar & Grill, Sue Ellen’s, Station 4 (S4), and The Rose Room. > OAK CLIFF – Home to the Bishop Arts District, Trinity Groves, Kessler Park and many historic designated neighborhoods. Favorite restaurants include Hattie’s, Jonathan’s, Spiral Diner (vegan) and Hunky’s Old Fashioned Hamburgers.
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> BLACK TIE DINNER – Largest fund raising dinner for the gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender community in the nation. > CATHEDRAL OF HOPE – Dallas hosts the “world’s largest gay church,” Cathedral of Hope, with more than 4,000 members. > THE DALLAS VOICE – Keep in touch with the Dallas GLBT community through the weekly magazine. > NORTH TEXAS GLBT CHAMBER OF COMMERCE – Achieving equality through business and proponents of the GLBT WE Zone.
> OUT OF THE CLOSET THRIFT STORE – Offers free HIV testing and other medical support. The proceeds of shopping and donating go to support the Aids Healthcare Foundation. > RESOURCE CENTER – The Dallas-based center provides culturally sensitive, GLBT-friendly services including low-cost mental health counseling, vaccinations, lab work, transgender health and HIV services.
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The racial makeup of the Dallas Region is more diverse than you may think. Though the majority of our residents are Caucasian or Hispanic, our racial representation spans the world, encompassing ethnicities from every corner of the globe. Pockets of people from various countries pepper the metro area, giving the region a rich, international texture.
DAVID MARTIN CITY: Dallas NEIGHBORHOOD: Uptown/Victory Park COMPANY/TITLE: Winstead PC – Associate When did you move here? May 2015, from Los Angeles. Where else have you lived? Tulsa, Miami, Los Angeles What made you decide to Say Yes to Dallas? Although I lived in Los Angeles for eleven years and attended law school there, the best job opportunity was in Dallas with Winstead PC. It was an added bonus that family lived here. How did you choose which part of town to live in? I live on the border of Uptown and Victory Park. I wanted to live near the city center and be a part of the revival that is happening in Downtown Dallas. Living near downtown also allows me to walk to work. Tell us about your city/ neighborhood. What do you like best? What makes it different? There are so many great spots in my neighborhood. I love grabbing coffee at Magnolias or the Weekend. I enjoy catching up with friends at The Ginger Man or Katy Trail Ice House for a casual beer and food, as well as Bowen House or Parliament for a cocktail. I love walking through Klyde Warren Park on the way to the Joule Hotel in downtown for a meal at CBD Provisions, Americano, or a cocktail at the Midnight Rambler. I also love 144
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that there are so many museums and theaters nearby. Where do you go and what do you do on the weekends or days off? On Saturday mornings, I love going for a run on the Katy Trail (also a must for any newcomer or visitor) or over the pedestrian bridge on the Trinity River. I also love biking down the Katy Trail, across downtown, and riding up the Santa Fe Trail to White Rock Lake. One gets to experience neighborhoods both east and west of Highway 75 along the route, and it weaves a beautiful tapestry of the city. After the run or ride, I love grabbing brunch or breakfast tacos with friends at Velvet Taco. In the evening, I enjoy watching live music in Deep Ellum at the Armory, Twilite, Adair’s, and The Bomb Factory. What is your passion, and how does Dallas help fulfill it? My desire is to be an agent of social justice in Dallas. I want to help facilitate the further integration of people of different races, socioeconomic backgrounds, and national origins. Dallas is a city with a big heart, filled with hundreds of organizations aimed at helping the vulnerable and forming relationships with those in need. I have had the privilege of working with Advocates for Community Transformation (ACT), an organization devoted to the formation of vibrant, healthy, and crime-free neighborhoods, and The One Heart Project, a mentoring program for incarcerated youth. Hit me up if you want to be a mentor! There are also numerous professional organizations aimed at career and industry development.
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“DALLAS IS A CITY WITH A BIG HEART”
KLYDE WARREN PARK
DEMOGRAPHICS Demographics in the Dallas Region are changing as the population diversifies. Just over 17 percent of residents are foreign-born, with Hispanics accounting for the largest minority group in both the region and the state. The region’s low cost of living means we enjoy a higher standard of living on a lower median household income than most other large metro areas.
MORE THAN 970,000 RESIDENTS WERE ADDED TO THE DFW AREA FROM 2010 TO 2017
THE RAPID INFLUX OF RESIDENTS HAS LED DFW TO BECOME ONE OF THE FASTER GROWING U.S. METROS IN THE PAST DECADE
TOTAL POPULATION: 7,399,662 10,676,844 WILL LIVE IN THE DFW AREA BY 2040 FA L L 2 0 1 8
29.4% 21.4% 28.2% 17.1% 4.0% 34.5
FOREIGN-BORN POPULATION
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WORLD REGION OF BIRTH OF FOREIGN BORN
FOREIGN BORN
EUROPE ASIA AFRICA OCEANIA LATIN AMERICA NORTHERN AMERICA
4.3% 26.3% 6.7% 0.3% 61.3% 1.2%
RACE/ ETHNICITY
WHITE BLACK OR AFRICAN AMERICAN ASIAN OTHER HISPANIC
48.3% 15.0% 6.0% 2.6% 28.2%
LABOR FORCE
[OCCUPATIONS OF PERSONS 16 AND OLDER]
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38.2%
SERVICE OCCUPATIONS
15.9%
SALES AND OFFICE OCCUPATIONS
24.9%
NATURAL RESOURCES, CONSTRUCTION, AND MAINTENANCE OCCUPATIONS
9.3%
PRODUCTION, TRANSPORTATION, AND MATERIAL MOVING OCCUPATIONS
11.6%
EDUCATION
LESS THAN 9TH GRADE 9TH TO 12TH GRADE, NO DIPLOMA HIGH SCHOOL GRADUATE/GED SOME COLLEGE/NO DEGREE ASSOCIATE’S DEGREE BACHELOR’S DEGREE GRADUATE/PROFESSIONAL DEGREE
7.6% 7.9% 22.5% 22.2% 6.7% 21.9% 11.2%
HOUSEHOLD INCOME
AVERAGE HOUSEHOLD SIZE 0 - $34,999 $35,000 - $74,999 $75,000 - $149,999 $150,000 + MEDIAN HOUSEHOLD INCOME
[PERSONS 25 AND OLDER]
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2.80 27.9% 31.2% 27.5% 13.4% $61,330
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1980â&#x20AC;&#x201C;2017 CITY AND COUNTY POPULATION FINAL CENSUS 4/1/80
FINAL CENSUS 4/1/90
FINAL CENSUS 4/1/00
FINAL CENSUS 4/1/10
COLLIN COUNTY ALLEN ANNA CELINA FAIRVIEW FARMERSVILLE FRISCO LAVON LOWRY CROSSING LUCAS MCKINNEY MELISSA MURPHY PARKER PLANO PRINCETON PROSPER WYLIE
144,762 8,314 855 1,520 893 2,360 3,499 185 443 1,371 16,256 604 1,150 1,098 72,331 3,408 675 3,152
264,036 18,309 904 1,737 1,554 2,640 6,141 303 865 2,205 21,283 557 1,547 1,235 128,713 2,321 1,018 8,716
491,675 43,554 1,225 1,861 2,644 3,118 33,714 387 1,229 2,890 54,369 1,350 3,099 1,379 222,030 3,477 2,097 15,132
782,341 84,246 8,249 6,028 7,248 3,301 116,989 2,219 1,711 5,166 131,117 4,695 17,708 3,811 259,841 6,807 9,423 41,427
969,603 100,685 12,753 9,836 8,950 3,466 177,286 3,140 1,737 7,483 181,330 9,212 20,673 4,610 286,143 10,159 20,312 49,826
187,414 16,410 4,539 3,818 1,729 171 60,197 917 36 2,240 50,170 4,466 2,796 877 26,286 3,406 10,789 8,155
23.96% 19.47% 55.26% 63.44% 23.94% 5.19% 51.41% 41.25% 2.12% 42.72% 38.25% 94.10% 15.64% 23.49% 10.12% 50.44% 113.29% 19.57%
DALLAS COUNTY ADDISON BALCH SPRINGS CEDAR HILL COCKRELL HILL COPPELL DALLAS DESOTO DUNCANVILLE FARMERS BRANCH GARLAND GLENN HEIGHTS GRAND PRAIRIE HIGHLAND PARK HUTCHINS IRVING LANCASTER MESQUITE RICHARDSON ROWLETT SACHSE SEAGOVILLE SUNNYVALE UNIVERSITY PARK WILMER
1,556,390 5,553 13,746 6,849 3,262 3,826 904,078 15,538 27,781 24,863 138,857 1,033 71,462 8,909 2,837 109,943 14,807 67,053 72,496 7,522 1,640 7,304 1,404 22,254 2,367
1,852,810 8,783 17,406 19,976 3,746 16,881 1,006,877 30,544 35,748 24,250 180,650 4,564 99,616 8,739 2,719 155,037 22,117 101,484 74,840 23,260 5,346 8,969 2,228 22,259 2,479
2,218,899 14,166 19,375 32,093 4,443 35,958 1,188,580 37,646 36,081 27,508 215,768 7,224 127,427 8,842 2,805 191,615 25,894 124,523 91,802 44,503 9,751 10,823 2,693 23,324 3,393
2,368,139 13,056 23,728 45,028 4,193 38,659 1,197,816 49,047 38,524 28,616 226,876 11,278 175,396 8,564 5,338 216,290 36,361 139,824 99,223 56,199 20,329 14,835 5,130 23,068 3,682
2,618,148 15,458 25,357 48,710 4,251 41,941 1,341,075 53,568 39,487 37,088 238,002 13,084 193,837 9,208 5,627 240,373 39,386 143,949 116,783 62,868 25,937 16,715 6,491 25,201 4,136
251,372 2,396 1,460 3,718 58 3,282 143,251 4,525 954 8,472 11,141 1,938 18,368 645 296 24,088 2,722 4,431 17,555 6,626 5,650 1,811 1,323 2,133 422
10.62% 18.34% 6.11% 8.26% 1.38% 8.49% 11.96% 9.23% 2.48% 29.61% 4.91% 17.39% 10.47% 7.53% 5.55% 11.14% 7.42% 3.18% 17.69% 11.78% 27.85% 12.15% 25.60% 9.25% 11.36%
DENTON COUNTY ARGYLE AUBREY BARTONVILLE CARROLLTON COPPER CANYON CORINTH DENTON DOUBLE OAK FLOWER MOUND HICKORY CREEK HIGHLAND VILLAGE JUSTIN KRUM LAKE DALLAS LEWISVILLE LITTLE ELM NORTHLAKE OAK POINT PILOT POINT PONDER PROVIDENCE ROANOKE SANGER SHADY SHORES THE COLONY TROPHY CLUB
143,126 1,111 948 441 40,595 465 1,264 48,063 836 4,402 1,422 3,246 920 917 3,177 24,273 926 143 387 2,211 297 NI 910 2,574 813 11,586 NI
273,525 1,575 1,138 849 82,169 978 3,944 66,270 1,664 15,527 1,893 7,027 1,234 1,542 3,656 46,521 1,255 250 645 2,538 432 NI 1,616 3,508 1,045 22,113 3,922
432,976 2,365 1,500 1,093 109,576 1,216 11,325 80,537 2,179 50,702 2,078 12,173 1,891 1,979 6,166 77,737 3,646 921 1,747 3,538 507 NI 2,810 4,534 1,461 26,531 6,350
662,614 3,282 2,595 1,469 119,097 1,334 19,935 113,383 2,867 64,669 3,247 15,056 3,246 4,157 7,105 95,290 25,898 1,724 2,786 3,856 1,395 4,786 5,962 6,916 2,612 36,328 8,024
836,210 4,100 3,391 1,732 135,710 1,457 21,152 136,268 3,079 76,681 4,596 16,587 3,847 5,020 7,958 106,021 46,548 2,776 4,218 4,342 1,949 7,127 8,135 8,255 2,890 42,721 12,340
173,673 853 781 166 16,614 137 1,409 19,904 207 12,006 1,184 1,503 601 902 847 10,628 20,671 1,051 1,434 332 558 2,315 2,173 1,333 274 6,413 4,310
26.21% 26.27% 29.92% 10.60% 13.95% 10.38% 7.14% 17.10% 7.21% 18.56% 34.70% 9.96% 18.52% 21.90% 11.91% 11.14% 79.88% 60.93% 51.51% 8.28% 40.12% 48.11% 36.45% 19.26% 10.47% 17.66% 53.67%
ELLIS COUNTY ENNIS FERRIS ITALY MIDLOTHIAN OAK LEAF OVILLA PALMER RED OAK WAXAHACHIE
59,743 12,110 2,228 1,306 3,219 NI 1,067 1,187 1,882 14,624
85,167 13,883 2,212 1,699 5,141 984 2,027 1,659 3,124 18,168
111,360 16,045 2,175 1,993 7,480 1,209 3,405 1,774 4,301 21,426
149,610 18,513 2,436 1,863 18,037 1,298 3,492 2,000 10,769 29,621
173,620 19,261 2,622 1,935 25,254 1,486 4,114 2,073 12,780 35,340
24,013 775 201 63 6,590 98 601 79 2,047 5,802
16.05% 4.19% 8.30% 3.37% 35.31% 7.06% 17.11% 3.96% 19.07% 19.64%
HOOD COUNTY GRANBURY
17,714 3,332
28,981 4,045
41,100 5,718
51,182 7,978
58,273 9,923
7,105 1,943
13.89% 24.35%
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HUNT COUNTY CADDO MILLS COMMERCE GREENVILLE QUINLAN WEST TAWAKONI WOLFE CITY
55,248 1,060 8,136 22,161 1,002 840 1,594
64,343 1,068 6,825 23,071 1,360 932 1,505
76,596 1,149 7,742 24,117 1,370 1,462 1,581
86,129 1,338 8,078 25,557 1,394 1,576 1,412
93,872 1,566 9,145 27,443 1,483 1,895 1,442
7,711 196 1,072 1,902 104 150 43
8.95% 14.31% 13.28% 7.45% 7.54% 8.60% 3.07%
JOHNSON COUNTY ALVARADO BURLESON CLEBURNE GRANDVIEW JOSHUA KEENE VENUS
67,649 2,701 11,734 19,218 1,205 1,470 3,013 518
97,165 2,918 16,113 22,205 1,245 3,828 3,944 977
126,811 3,288 20,976 26,005 1,358 4,528 5,003 1,892
150,934 3,785 36,690 29,337 1,561 5,910 6,106 2,960
167,301 4,124 46,145 30,230 1,706 7,778 6,440 3,581
16,359 372 9,244 593 145 1,469 322 653
10.84% 9.91% 25.05% 2.00% 9.29% 23.28% 5.26% 22.30%
KAUFMAN COUNTY COMBINE CRANDALL FORNEY KAUFMAN KEMP MABANK TALTY TERRELL
39,015 688 831 2,483 4,658 1,035 1,443 NI 13,225
52,220 1,329 1,652 4,070 5,238 1,184 1,739 NI 12,490
71,313 1,788 2,774 5,588 6,490 1,133 2,151 1,028 13,606
103,350 1,942 2,858 14,661 6,703 1,154 3,035 1,535 15,816
122,883 2,177 3,624 20,336 7,322 1,184 3,446 2,450 17,842
19,519 272 627 6,512 722 145 454 568 1,777
18.88% 14.28% 20.92% 47.11% 10.94% 13.96% 15.17% 30.18% 11.06%
PARKER COUNTY ALEDO ANNETTA HUDSON OAKS RENO SPRINGTOWN WEATHERFORD WILLOW PARK
44,609 1,027 454 309 1,174 1,658 12,049 1,113
64,785 1,169 672 711 2,322 1,740 14,804 2,328
88,495 1,726 1,108 1,637 2,441 2,062 19,000 2,849
116,927 2,716 1,288 1,662 2,494 2,658 25,250 3,982
133,463 4,232 3,090 2,335 3,300 2,911 30,654 5,340
16,515 1,531 343 651 126 256 4,872 1,378
14.12% 56.68% 12.49% 38.66% 3.97% 9.64% 18.90% 34.78%
ROCKWALL COUNTY FATE HEATH MCLENDON-CHISHOLM ROCKWALL ROYSE CITY
14,528 263 1,459 NI 5,939 1,566
25,604 475 2,108 646 10,486 2,206
43,080 463 4,149 914 17,976 2,957
78,337 6,357 6,921 1,373 37,490 9,349
96,788 12,090 8,720 2,983 44,208 12,567
18,464 4,950 1,391 1,575 6,652 3,263
23.57% 69.33% 18.98% 111.86% 17.71% 35.07%
4,154 NI
5,360 1,949
6,809 2,122
8,490 2,444
8,845 2,627
354 183
4.17% 7.49%
860,880 160,113 5,822 20,821 13,579 2,169 6,700 5,852 1,100 2,695 24,002 5,387 11,684 385,164 11,801 29,014 262 31,420 4,156 2,594 4,394 957 8,102 30,592 2,431 NI 7,977 6,890 5,736 3,921 2,808 10,284 3,651 13,508
1,170,103 261,721 8,868 43,762 19,564 2,133 12,724 6,974 1,758 2,715 38,149 5,672 11,482 447,619 29,202 32,856 795 33,574 13,683 4,096 4,591 816 15,607 45,895 2,371 1,271 7,978 6,580 8,551 3,928 7,065 20,009 2,350 15,472
1,446,219 332,969 9,600 47,152 20,208 2,388 19,636 7,467 2,186 2,550 46,005 5,836 12,949 534,694 42,059 39,018 1,134 36,273 27,345 5,850 4,618 1,040 28,031 55,635 2,318 1,505 8,132 6,985 12,374 4,181 21,519 21,908 2,124 14,831
1,809,034 365,438 10,947 46,979 21,234 2,394 22,807 12,838 2,259 2,776 51,277 6,108 12,355 741,206 46,334 42,409 1,517 37,337 39,627 6,763 4,584 1,307 56,368 63,343 2,394 1,547 7,801 7,427 19,806 4,686 26,575 23,497 2,472 16,116
2,054,475 396,394 12,495 49,486 23,590 2,482 26,674 15,389 2,387 3,021 55,174 6,348 12,953 874,168 53,982 44,417 1,844 39,051 47,266 8,338 4,960 1,391 68,928 70,441 2,543 1,750 8,052 7,703 23,014 5,836 31,824 24,602 2,726 17,828
243,861 31,058 1,613 2,492 2,263 89 3,869 2,551 128 245 3,894 240 598 129,209 7,648 2,050 323 1,716 7,639 1,600 293 89 12,507 7,098 149 205 265 284 3,208 1,156 5,249 1,105 254 1,712
13.47% 8.50% 14.82% 5.30% 10.61% 3.72% 16.97% 19.87% 5.67% 8.83% 7.59% 3.93% 4.84% 17.34% 16.51% 4.84% 21.24% 4.60% 19.28% 23.75% 6.28% 6.84% 22.17% 11.21% 6.22% 13.27% 3.40% 3.83% 16.20% 24.70% 19.75% 4.70% 10.28% 10.62%
26,575 874 889 3,737 890 4,104 466 478 504
34,679 865 1,041 3,581 800 4,252 651 605 700
48,793 1,007 1,099 4,827 947 5,201 887 551 1,104
59,127 1,334 1,207 5,976 1,002 6,042 1,005 1,522 1,286
66,181 26,474 1,411 6,596 1,116 6,721 1,161 1,747 1,492
7,071 2,235 204 621 101 687 154 217 206
11.96% 9.22% 16.90% 10.39% 9.95% 11.39% 15.29% 14.18% 16.02%
SOMERVELL COUNTY GLEN ROSE TARRANT COUNTY ARLINGTON AZLE BEDFORD BENBROOK BLUE MOUND COLLEYVILLE CROWLEY DALWORTHINGTON GARDENS EDGECLIFF VILLAGE EULESS EVERMAN FOREST HILL FORT WORTH GRAPEVINE HALTOM CITY HASLET HURST KELLER KENNEDALE LAKE WORTH LAKESIDE MANSFIELD NORTH RICHLAND HILLS PANTEGO PELICAN BAY RICHLAND HILLS RIVER OAKS SAGINAW SANSOM PARK SOUTHLAKE WATAUGA WESTWORTH VILLAGE WHITE SETTLEMENT WISE COUNTY ALVORD BOYD BRIDGEPORT CHICO DECATUR NEWARK RHOME RUNAWAY BAY NI = NOT INCORPORATED
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GROWTH 2010-2017
GROWTH RATE 2010-2017
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SOURCE: US Census Bureau, US Dept of Commerce
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The market tapestry is a fascinating snapshot of lifestyle choices. Based on demography and geography, the main purpose of this type of data is targeted marketing efforts, but the high-level picture of types of neighborhoods and the people who live in them based on the activities and expenses of those people is a compelling story all on its own. Some segments develop as a result of age, some show up as a result of money, and still others result from ethnic influence.
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SOURCE: DRC Research
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MEDIAN HOUSEHOLD INCOME
MEDIAN NET WORTH
POPULATION
PERCENTAGE OF DFW POPULATION
$123,500
$534,000
1,015,664
18.2%
$99,800
$271,900
158,238
2.8%
$80,200
$42,900
232,404
4.2%
$77,000
$197,000
693,823
12.4%
$62,600
$169,400
346,092
6.2%
$58,600
$173,300
237,841
4.3%
$55,600
$84,300
1,281,949
22.9%
$51,200
$38,700
309,033
5.5%
$47,400
$115,600
87,994
1.6%
$43,200
$83,600
234,602
4.2%
$36,400
$12,600
464,677
8.3%
$35,400
$24,700
187,039
3.3%
$36,400
$13,000
279,305
5.0%
$29,500
$10,600
56,039
1.0%
AFFLUENT ESTATES
Established wealth— educated, well-traveled married couples
UPSCALE AVENUES
Prosperous, married couples in higher density neighborhoods
UPTOWN INDIVIDUAL
Younger, urban singles on the move
FAMILY LANDSCAPES
Successful younger families in newer housing
GEN X URBAN
Gen X in middle age— families with fewer kids and a mortgage
COZY COUNTRY LIVING Empty nesters in bucolic settings
ETHNIC ENCLAVES
Established diversity— young, Hispanic homeowners with families
MIDDLE GROUND Lifestyles of thirtysomethings
SENIOR STYLES
Senior lifestyles reveal the effects of saving for retirement
RUSTIC OUTPOSTS
Country life with older families, older homes
MIDTOWN SINGLES
Millennials on the move — single, diverse and urban
HOMETOWN
Growing up and staying close to home — single householders
NEXT WAVE
Urban denizens — young, diverse, hardworking families
SCHOLARS & PATRIOTS College campuses and military neighborhoods SOURCE: ESRI Business Analyst, ESRI Market Tapestry 2018, For median household income: Economic Profile by LifeMode Group
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ESRI’s Tapestry Segmentation, shown on the map below, combines the “who” of lifestyle demography with the “where” of local neighborhood geography to create a model of various lifestyle classifications or segments of actual neighborhoods with addresses—distinct behavioral market segments. To create this map, U.S. census tracts are divided into 65 distinctive segments based on socioeconomic and demographic characteristics to provide an accurate, detailed description of U.S. neighborhoods. These segments are then grouped into the 14 Tapestry Segmentation LifeMode Summary Groups, which are characterized by lifestyle and lifestage, and share an experience such as being born in the same time period or a trait such as affluence.
PARKS & OUTDOORS
PARKS & OUTDOORS PLACES TO PLAY AND MORE
PARKS | DOG PARKS | TRAILS | LAKES GOLF COURSES | HIDDEN GEMS
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Dallas has over 230 sunny days a year and lots of sunshine means lots of time to be outside. Dallasites have access to countless outdoor activities with sprawling parks, green spaces, and several lakes featuring boating, water sports, and trails for mountain biking, road biking and hiking — you won’t have to go far to find your favorite spot.
“FABULOUS VIEWS, GREAT EATERIES, AND WALKABLE DESTINATIONS.”
PHOTO: ANETT ALEK
KLYDE WARREN PARK
ARMAN AND ANETT CHOWDHURY
ARMAN AND ANETT CHOWDHURY CITY: Dallas NEIGHBORHOOD: Downtown COMPANY/TITLE: Arman: Jacobs, Senior Designer Architecture Anett: Photographer Where did you move here from? Philadelphia Where else have you lived? We’ve also lived in Toronto and New York. What made you Say Yes to Dallas? The move was initially for a
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new work opportunity. We were a bit hesitant initially, but as we researched more into Dallas, we were thoroughly impressed. The Dallas Region is the fourth largest economy in the U.S. and one of the fastest growing markets. And, the weather is gorgeous, especially compared to the northeast! How did you choose where to live in the Dallas Region? We didn’t choose – downtown choose us! Because we weren’t familiar with the neighborhoods, we selected downtown for its proximity to work. The decision could not have been better; we have fabulous views, great eateries and walkable destinations. We absolutely love Kylde Warren Park. How has your opinion of the Dallas Region changed since moving here? We’ve had such a wonderful
experience. People here are extremely kind and friendly, and will help you in any manner they can. So many random people give us friendly greetings when we are out just because. We’ve also been pleasantly surprised by the diversity that we see in Dallas. Tell us about your city/ neighborhood. What do you like best? What makes it different? Downtown Dallas gives us amazing views and endless options. We are exploring our city each weekend, from the Arts District, to Deep Ellum, to Uptown, to the Katy Trail, to all of the great museums around Downtown Dallas. What advice would you give to someone who wants to move here? Fly here for a weekend trip and check it out. You will be surprised to see the urban
grit and diversity here in the Dallas Region. What is your passion, and how does Dallas help fulfill it? Arts, Design, Photography. Anett is a photographer. She spends hours outdoors on her photo excursions – this city photographs well. Love at first click! What would you miss most about the area if you had to leave? The view of the grand city from our apartment. Tell us about the work environment here. People are supportive at work and have great team spirit; everyone wants their colleagues and team members to succeed. It comes through obviously that success of the team is success for oneself – and everyone believes it.
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CEDAR HILL STATE PARK Cedar Hill 7 Fishing, boating, and kayaking on Joe Pool Lake 7 1,200 acres with 15 miles of mountain biking trails 7 Walking trails through open fields and wooded areas 7 More than 350 wooded campsites 7 Penn Farm Agricultural History Center
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RIVER LEGACY PARK Arlington 7 1,300 acres of forests and greenbelts 7 10 miles of cross-country trails 7 A treetop playground that looks like a giant treehouse 7 A canoe launch with access to up to 8 miles of paddling 7 River Legacy Living Science Center
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Big cities are known for their big, pretty, and functional parks. And though parks are not the first things that come to mind when you think of Dallas, our city is no exception. Downtown’s Klyde Warren Park isn’t just a green space—it’s an award-winning innovation. Situated over Woodall Rodgers Freeway between Pearl and Saint Paul streets, it is a park built on thin air. And it’s an urban wonder. Within its 5 acres are a performance pavilion, a restaurant, walking trails, a mini dog park, a children’s playground, water features, an expansive lawn, and much more. White Rock Lake lies in East Dallas. The crown jewel of Dallas’ park system, the lake itself comprises more than 1,015 acres and offers a view of downtown. The lake and surrounding park areas attract walkers, bicyclists, and rollerbladers, and offer kayak, canoe, and paddleboard rentals. Or you can just lay out a picnic for a lazy day along the shore. But these are only two of the lovely parks in the Dallas Region. You won’t have to go far to find your favorite spot.
Nature Centers Who says there’s no nature in Dallas? We know better. Here are a few more spots to take in the bounty and beauty of the land.
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Cedar Ridge Preserve - Dallas Children’s Aquarium at Fair Park - Dallas 7 Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden - Dallas 7 Dallas World Aquarium - Dallas 7 Dallas Zoo - Dallas 7 Dinosaur Valley State Park Glen Rose 7 Dogwood Canyon Audubon Center - Cedar Hill 7 Fort Worth Botanic Garden Fort Worth 7 7
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Fort Worth Japanese Garden Fort Worth 7 Fort Worth Nature Center and Refuge - Fort Worth 7 Fort Worth Zoo - Fort Worth 7 Fossil Rim Wildlife Center Glen Rose 7 Heard Natural Science Museum & Wildlife Sanctuary - McKinney 7 River Legacy Park - Arlington 7 Trinity River Audubon Center - Dallas
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ARBOR HILLS NATURE PRESERVE
ARBOR HILLS NATURE PRESERVE Plano 7 200 acres of rolling hills for exploring 7 Off-road biking trails 7 Picnic pavilion and kids’ playground 7 Butterflies, birds, and other wildlife 7 Dog friendly
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MEADOWMERE PARK Grapevine 7 252 acres on the shore of Lake Grapevine 7 Sloping sandy beaches and camping 7 Swimming, paddleboarding, kayaking 7 Large, colorful children’s playground area 7 Migratory bird viewing
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TRINITY PARK Fort Worth 7 Next to the Fort Worth Zoo, along the banks of the Trinity River 7 Annual events such as Mayfest and the National Veterans Day Run 7 Miniature Railroad 7 Natural surface trails for hiking, biking, and running 7 Fishing and duck feeding
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GREEN SPACE IN DFW 3 4
WHITE ROCK LAKE PARK Dallas 7 9.33-mile hike and bike trail 7 Shoreline picnic areas 7 Kayak and paddleboard rentals 7 Audubon Society bird watching area 7 Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden
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KLYDE WARREN PARK Dallas 7 5.2 acres downtown 7 Performance pavilion, walking trails, dog park, childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s playground, games area 7 Free events such as book signings, group exercise, movies, music, and more 7 Food trucks every day 7 Accessible by M-Line Trolley, DART, and D-link
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PARKSLIVING & OUTDOORS IN DFW
1 MCKINNEY DOG PARK
35E
2 FRISCO DOG PARK
3
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3 CANINE COMMONS DOG PARK 4 JACK CARTER PARK DOG PARK
75
5 TOYOTA OF LEWISVILLE RAILROAD PARK
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6 NORTHBARK DOG PARK
5
7 BUSH CENTRAL BARKWAY
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8 WAGGING TAIL DOG PARK
26
9 COPPELL DOG PARK 10 REDDING TRAIL DOG PARK
121
114
35W
9
11 LES LACS TRAIL DOG PARK
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11 10
12 TIPPS CANINE HOLLOW
635
13 BEDFORD BARK PARK 14 EULESS DOG PARK 15 WESTMINSTER DOG PARK 16 MOCKINGBIRD POINT DOG PARK
75
12 35W
14
13
15 183
820
17 CENTRAL DOG PARK 18 MUTTS CANINE CANTINA 20 MY BEST FRIEND’S PARK (AT KLYDE WARREN PARK)
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21 MEADOWS FOUNDATION DOG PARK
360
24 CENTRAL BARK DOG PARK
20
25 TAILS N’ TRAILS
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26 BOOBOO’S BUDDIES DOG PARK (AT BOB JONES PARK)
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RELOCATING WITH A FURRY FRIEND There are more than two dozen public dog parks in the Dallas Region. Some are small, with just enough room for curious canines to romp a bit, but others are magnificent puppy playgrounds with separate areas for large and small dogs, agility equipment, and even places for dogs to swim. Being a pet owner is also a responsibility. Here’s what you need to know about having a pet in DFW. If you are uncertain about something, contact animal control in your community or ask your veterinarian.
Texas requires that your pet be vaccinated against rabies every year and that he or she wear current proof of that vaccination on his collar.
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Dogs (and cats) must be registered with the city you live in and wear current registration tags. To register your pet, you will have to provide a current certificate of vaccination and pay a small annual fee.
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PRIVATE PARKS
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23 FORT WOOF DOG PARK
30
12
30
22 BARK PARK CENTRAL
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18 19 20 21 22
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19 THE POOCH PATIO
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Although Texas state law requires that only dogs known to be dangerous be leashed, most DFW-area cities have laws that require your dog to be leashed if he or she isn’t inside your house or in a fenced yard.
Though there are scores175 of restaurants with pet-friendly 20 patios all over Dallas-Fort Worth, it’s the rare establishment that caters specifically to those who don’t want to leave home without their furry best friends. That’s where Mutts Canine Cantina (muttscantina.com) and The Pooch Patio (thepoochpatio. com), both in Uptown Dallas, come in. 45 the shops Tucked among and apartments of the West Village, Mutts is a privatelyowned park for dogs of all sizes to play off-leash and owners to socialize with friends and make new acquaintances. Separate areas for large and small pups, and a patio where people can eat without having to share their meals with their pets, mean everybody’s happy. Membership is by the day or month. Pooch Patio is a dog wash, doggie daycare, and bark boutique that also has a coffee and wine bar. Dogs are free to romp around both inside the building and out, and you’re welcome to bring in a doggie bag, er, lunch if you wish. No membership required.
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MORE NOTEWORTHY TRAILS Arbor Hills Nature Preserve - Plano 7 Big Cedar Wilderness Trails - Dallas 7 Blue Ridge Park Trail Allen 7 Cedar Hill State Park Cedar Hill 7 Connemara Conservancy - Allen 7 Fort Worth Nature Center & Refuge - Fort Worth 7 Heard Natural Science Museum & Wildlife Sanctuary - McKinney 7 Joppa Preserve Dallas 7 Oak Cliff Nature Preserve - Oak Cliff 7 Parkhill Prairie – near Farmersville 7 Post Oak Preserve Seagoville 7 Scyene Overlook/ Piedmont Ridge Southeast Dallas 7 Spring Creek Forest Preserve Garland 7 Spring Creek Nature Area - Richardson 7 Tandy Hills Natural Area - Fort Worth 7 Texas Buckeye Trail – Southeast Dallas 7 Trinity River Audubon Center - Southeast Dallas 7 Twelve Hills Nature Center - Oak Cliff 7
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WHITE ROCK TRAIL
WALK AND ROLL
On average, there are 232 sunny days a year in the Dallas Region, and lots of sunshine means lots of time to be outside. Walking, running, hiking, and biking are popular here, and we’ve got plenty of places to explore outdoors. The city of Dallas has more than 100 miles of hike and bike trails—and outside the city, where urban life gives way to more pastoral pursuits, you’ll find so many more. The Katy, Santa Fe, and White Rock trails are lovely paved paths, but if a walk (or ride) in the woods is more to your liking, it’s only a matter of effort. Certified Master Naturalist Bill Holston recommends Cedar Ridge Preserve in South Dallas for its wooded hills and wildlife, Dogwood Canyon in Cedar Hill for its hilly terrain and flowering trees in spring, and Oak Point Park and Nature Preserve in Plano for its creeks, ponds, and easy-to-follow routes.
TRAILS
1 ERWIN PARK
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2 FRISCO NW COMMUNITY PARK TRAIL
35
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3 KNOB HILLS 4 ARBOR HILLS
35E 121
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THE FIVE MOST POPULAR TRAILS, ACCORDING TO DORBA* 1 2 3 4 5
Big Cedar Wilderness Trail - Dallas Boulder Park - Dallas Northshore Trail – Flower Mound River Legacy Parks Mountain Bike Trail - Arlington Rowlett Creek Preserve - Garland
*Dallas Off-Road Bicycle Association For more information, go to dorba.org.
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114
35W
5 NORTHSHORE TRAIL
75
6 KATIE JACKSON
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121
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78
10 HARRY MOSS PARK
30
183
820
12
161
11
80
12
30
15
175
14
20
11 L.B. HOUSTON NATURE TRAILS 12 RIVER LEGACY
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360
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8 ROWLETT CREEK PRESERVE 9 HORSESHOE
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7 SQUABBLE CREEK
16
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13 OAK CLIFF NATURE PRESERVE 14 BOULDER PARK 15 BIG CEDAR 16 GOAT ISLAND PRESERVE
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WHITE ROCK LAKE
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LAKES The Dallas Region has shores galore (though we do have to replace the surfboard with a wakeboard). The roughly 8,000-acre Grapevine Lake in Grapevine (where else?) is best known for its diversity of watersports. You can engage in many types of activities there, from swimming and boating to jet skiing and windsurfing. The lake also has good fishing and nice campgrounds. Joe Pool Lake, southwest of Dallas, is nearly as big, at roughly 7,000 acres. Joe Pool Marina and Lynn Creek Marina have hundreds of wet slips for all kinds of boats; rentals are available, too. Though the lake has great camping in Cedar Hill State Park and nice beaches, it is best known for its excellent fish stock: largemouth black bass; white, striped, and yellow bass; carp; catfish; crappie; gar; and sunfish. Reeling one in is as easy as baiting a hook.
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MORE PLACES TO MAKE A SPLASH Lake Arlington - Arlington Benbrook Lake - Southwest Tarrant County 7 Eagle Mountain Lake - Northwest Tarrant County 7 Lake Lavon - near Wylie 7 Lake Worth - Fort Worth 7 Lake Tawakoni - near Greenville 7 Cedar Creek Reservoir - Henderson & Kaufman counties 7 7
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PARKS & OUTDOORS
RAY ROBERTS LAKE
LAKE BRIDGEPORT LAVON LAKE
LEWISVILLE LAKE
GRAPEVINE LAKE NORTH LAKE
EAGLE MOUNTAIN LAKE LAKE MINERAL WELLS
WEATHERFORD LAKE
WHITE ROCK LAKE
LAKE WORTH
NEW TERRELL CITY LAKE
MOUNTAIN CREEK LAKE
LAKE ARLINGTON
LAKE PALO PINTO
LAKE TAWAKONI
LAKE RAY HUBBARD
JOE POOL LAKE
BENBROOK RESERVOIR
KAUFMAN LAKE
LAKE GRANBURY ALVARADO PARK LAKE SQUAW CREEK LAKE
LAKE WAXAHACHIE
LAKE PAT CLEBURNE
CEDAR CREEK RESERVOIR
LAKE BARDWELL
RICHLAND CHAMBERS RESERVOIR
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LAKE HALBERT
WHITE ROCK LAKE
LAKE RAY ROBERTS
LAKE RAY HUBBARD
LEWISVILLE LAKE
East Dallas 7 Fishing and picnicking 7 Kayak, canoe, and paddleboard rentals 7 Corinthian Sailing ClubWhite Rock Rowing 7 9-mile running and biking trail around the lake
Northeast of Denton 7 Great fishing (bass, catfish, crappie) 7 Lake Ray Roberts Marina 7 Boating, including boat rentals 7 Walk-in campsites and picnic pavilions 7 Lantana Resort, with horse stalls
Dallas, Kaufman, Collin, and Rockwall counties 7 Great fishing (bass, catfish, crappie) 7 Boating, including boat rentals 7 Three marinas, a number of boat ramps, and several yacht clubs 7 The Harbor Rockwall, featuring restaurants, shops, and entertainment
Lewisville 7 Boating, including boat rentals 7 Five marinas 7 Lots of beaches and picnic areas 7 Nice campgrounds 7 Party cove
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Each year, the Dallas Region hosts two PGA Tour tournaments: the AT&T Byron Nelson that is moving to the Trinity Forest Golf Club and the Dean & DeLuca Invitational at Colonial Country Club in Fort Worth. No, you don’t have to be a pro to play these courses — and you’ve got plenty of other options, too. We have more than 100 public golf courses in the area, and they touch on all skill levels and price points. Golf Digest named Dallas National Golf Club in Southwest Dallas the top course in the state. Cowboys Golf Club in Grapevine makes several “best” lists. It’s an “overthe-top NFL-themed golf course once owned by Jerry Jones,” according to the Golf Channel—and a superb course despite the theme-park-sounding description. The Tribute and Old American golf clubs in The Colony also pop up on list after list, but there are many more worth a swing.
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GOLF
1
TOP-RATED DFW COURSES 1 THE BRIDGES 2 BROOK HOLLOW 3 CLEBURNE GOLF LINKS
35
4 COLONIAL 5 COUNTRY VIEW
2414
7 COWBOYS GOLF CLUB
16
121
675
21
35E
8 COYOTE RIDGE
8
9 DALLAS NATIONAL
15
121
10 FRISCO LAKES
114
7
11 THE GOLF CLUB FOSSIL CREEK
635
No.
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12 HIDDEN CREEK
11
13 IRON HORSE 14 OLD AMERICAN
23
78
19 161
80
820
17
30
16 RIDGEVIEW RANCH
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HIDDEN GEMS
Obscure-yet-public spaces still exist in the Dallas region, for those willing to strap on sturdy/sensible footwear and step into the unknown. Say Yes to Dallas has compiled an inaugural list of places in the Dallas Region — both living, dead, and spirit-infused — that urban explorers should visit, if they really want to be considered such. Our criteria were straightforward: These places must be accessible without committing misdemeanors, i.e., the need for hypnosis of groundskeepers or the use of chloroform on distracted security guards. They must be physical destinations as much as states of mind, and they must be places that most people pass by, but are mostly bypassed because they’re not places anyone has to be.
> DALLAS HERITAGE VILLAGE
6500 GREAT TRINITY FOREST WAY, DALLAS, TEXAS 75217
1515 S HARWOOD STREET, DALLAS, TEXAS 75215
Note the asterisk at the address above. That’s because this place is so wild, even Google has trouble pegging it with an accurate location. That address belongs to the Trinity River Audubon Center, one of 12 destinations and multiple trailheads within a 6,000-acre plot of land in Southern Dallas. Much of the forest is a landfill that nature (and the City of Dallas) has reclaimed. Gear up if you’re planning a deep exploration. Far into the forest, in a place called Big Swamp, naturalists have reported lairs of water moccasins, snorting feral hogs, hand-size spiders and chest-high poison ivy.
More than 100 years ago, before Interstate 30 spliced Dallas in half, the Cedars neighborhood was a premier destination filled with Victorian homes. Every week, mesdames and messieurs would depart their mansions, stroll past greenhouses to hear concerts at the neighborhood bandstand. Dallas Heritage Village has recreated this experience, right down to a reconstructed plantationstyle (haunted?) mansion known as Millermore. Side note: Stanley Marcus of Neiman Marcus fame was born here. Second sidenote: Bring your wallet.
> MEADOWS FOUNDATION DOG PARK 2917 SWISS AVENUE, DALLAS, TEXAS 75204
The Swiss Avenue Historic District is renowned as a showplace for early 20th Century architecture, from Prairie, Craftsman to Italian Renaissance. Within the district lies our hidden gem for dog lovers: a place known to some just as the “Swiss Avenue Dog Park.” This hunk of green space, owned and operated by the Meadows Foundation, encourages users to abide by their own code of conduct: Bring your own water, be sure to clean up, and owners of small or leaping dogs must be mindful that the park’s fence can be compromised, especially by escape artists.
3520 CEDAR SPRINGS ROAD, DALLAS, TEXAS 75219
Dragons are nestled in the green space a few blocks from Dallas’ exhaustively traveled Katy Trail. Facebookers have described this place as a “little oasis in the midst of a major city.” Aside from the (of course) dragon, an archangel issues a clarion call and a griffin (winged lion) stands guard at the park’s entrance. Though the address is listed on Cedar Springs, it’s best to enter from Hood Street.
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PHOTO: CHASE MARDIS
> DRAGON PARK
PHOTO: MICHAEL SAMPLES
PHOTO: DREW TIMMONS
PHOTO: TANNER GARZA
> THE GREAT TRINITY FOREST
> MARIE GABRIELLE RESTAURANT AND GARDENS
> SANDY LAKE AMUSEMENT PARK 1800 SANDY LAKE ROAD, CARROLLTON, TEXAS 75006
2728 N HARWOOD STREET, DALLAS, TEXAS 75201
Another example of urban green space, Marie Gabrielle hides in the shadows of foliage, and can be easily missed. An English garden and reflecting pools often serve as makeshift picnic spots for patrons of Marie Gabrielle Restaurant, but many people visit or happen upon this place out of pure curiosity. Like a woodland sprite, much of Marie Gabrielle’s charm lies in her seclusion — and in the delight that comes in discovering her.
At the turn of the last century, smalltown amusement parks of this ilk were common. Most have been abandoned, replaced by megaparks. Every day, tens of thousands of harried commuters whir past this tribute to Tilt-a-Whirls, paddle boats and ski ball. And every day, their inner child dies a little. Sandy Lake offers you a chance to reclaim yours.
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BIG-TIME BUSINESSES CONSTRUCTION Austin Industries Balfour Beatty Brandt Byrne Construction Services Carter & Burgess Centex Corporation D.R. Horton Eagle Materials Entact Fluor Corporation Hill & Wilkinson Hunt Construction Group Jacobs Engineering Kiewit Corporation Lehigh Hanson Company Manhattan Construction McCarthy Building Cos. MEDCO Construction PLH Group Primoris Services Corp TD Industries The Beck Group Trinity Lightweight Turner Construction U.S. Concrete VCC
ENERGY Alon USA Energy Ambit Energy Atmos Energy Corp Basic Energy Services Bass Enterprises Denbury Resources Energy Transfer Equity
EnLink Midstream Partner Exco Resources ExxonMobil HollyFrontier Hunt Oil USA Luminant Matador Resource Company Oncor Electric Delivery Pioneer Natural Resources Range Resources Regency Energy Partners RSP Permian Sharyland Utilities Stream Gas & Electric Sunoco Texas-New Mexico Power Company Vistra Energy XTO Energy
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Every day, an average of more than 300 people move to the Dallas Region, saying “yes” to quality jobs and an exceptional quality of life. Because Dallas ranks as one of the most diverse economies in the nation, companies and organizations are drawing from a broad cross section of skills to fill positions in nearly every major discipline. Aside from being home to broad range of established national and global companies, the Dallas Region is home to a booming tech/start-up sector and a strong can-do attitude.
HEALTH CARE Baylor Scott & White Health Carter Blood Care Children’s Medical Center CHRISTUS Health CIGNA Healthcare Concentra Health Services Cook Children’s Health CVS Health Corporation Golden Living HCA Health Services of Texas HMS Holdings JPS Health Network LabCorp of America Tenet Healthcare Texas Health Resources CONTINUED ON P.171
“MY PASSION IS HELPING OTHERS SUCCEED. DALLAS HAS HELPED ME FULFILL THAT END.” CANAAN BAKER
CANAAN BAKER CITY: Lewisville COMPANY/TITLE: Confidant Coaching Services
PHOTO: MERISSA DE FALCIS
When did you move here? From where? 2015, from Tampa, Florida
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Where else have you lived? Born and raised in Jacksonville, Florida. What made you Say Yes to Dallas? My job transferred me to Dallas in 2015. Since being here, I have
received three promotions in less than three years. During this time, I have successfully completed my Master’s degree and launched my side-career of coaching business, Confidant Coaching Services.
Tell us about your city/ neighborhood. What do you like best? What makes it different? I really like the Frisco/Plano area of the region. It’s a nice area, but it’s not so luxurious that I feel like I don’t fit in.
How did you choose which part of town to live in? I currently live in Lewisville. I was initially attracted to this area because it is close to the Frisco/Plano area. In the future, I would like to own a home in that area.
What is your passion, and how does Dallas help fulfill it? My passion is helping others succeed. Dallas has helped me fulfill that end by providing me with opportunities to advance my career, as well as resources to build my network and personal brand.
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Though median wages and salaries in the Dallas-Fort Worth region generally track slightly below national levels, it is less expensive to live here than in some other major metropolitan areas. An abundance of affordable housing, lower grocery bills, and cheaper healthcare tip the cost-of-living scale in our favor. Below you can see the numbers of workers in various job sectors, median wages, and salaries in the DFW area compared to the entire United States.
MANAGEMENT
LEGAL
FOOD PREPARATION & SERVING RELATED
166,301 | TOTAL WORKERS $100,485 | DF W MEDIAN $88,981 | U.S. MEDIAN
30,140 | TOTAL WORKERS $88,230 | DF W MEDIAN $78,631 | U.S. MEDIAN
BUSINESS & FINANCIAL OPERATIONS
EDUCATION, TRAINING & LIBRARY
BUILDING & GROUNDS CLEANING & MAINTENANCE
195,192 | TOTAL WORKERS $51,972 | DF W MEDIAN $46,973 | U.S. MEDIAN
129,677 | TOTAL WORKERS $22,111 | DF W MEDIAN $23,740 | U.S. MEDIAN
COMPUTER & MATHEMATICAL
ARTS, DESIGN, ENTERTAINMENT, SPORTS & MEDIA
PERSONAL CARE & SERVICE
ARCHITECTURE & ENGINEERING
HEALTH CARE PRACTITIONER & TECHNICAL
LIFE, PHYSICAL & SOCIAL SCIENCE
HEALTH CARE SUPPORT
COMMUNITY & SOCIAL SERVICE
PROTECTIVE SERVICES
201,405 | TOTAL WORKERS $70,560 | DF W MEDIAN $65,928 | U.S. MEDIAN
139,559 | TOTAL WORKERS $85,864 | DF W MEDIAN $80,853 | U.S. MEDIAN
66,643 | TOTAL WORKERS $81,536 | DF W MEDIAN $76,824 | U.S. MEDIAN
16,109 | TOTAL WORKERS $63,540 | DF W MEDIAN $65,022 | U.S. MEDIAN
42,313 | TOTAL WORKERS $49,460 | DF W MEDIAN $42,553 | U.S. MEDIAN
62,631 | TOTAL WORKERS $41,473 | DF W MEDIAN $40,510 | U.S. MEDIAN
187,131 | TOTAL WORKERS $67,028 | DF W MEDIAN $64,420 | U.S. MEDIAN
88,967 | TOTAL WORKERS $28,010 | DF W MEDIAN $27,659 | U.S. MEDIAN
76,875 | TOTAL WORKERS $37,134 | DF W MEDIAN $38,703 | U.S. MEDIAN
321,548 | TOTAL WORKERS $20,296 | DF W MEDIAN $20,816 | U.S. MEDIAN
138,299 | TOTAL WORKERS $20,291 | DF W MEDIAN $22,298 | U.S. MEDIAN
SALES & RELATED
405,153 | TOTAL WORKERS $30,715 | DF W MEDIAN $28,103 | U.S. MEDIAN
CONSTRUCTION & EXTRACTION
176,494 | TOTAL WORKERS $34,304 | DF W MEDIAN $38,374 | U.S. MEDIAN
INSTALLATION, MAINTENANCE & REPAIR 155,301 | TOTAL WORKERS $40,527 | DF W MEDIAN $41,986 | U.S. MEDIAN
PRODUCTION
197,111 | TOTAL WORKERS $31,141 | DF W MEDIAN $33,102 | U.S. MEDIAN
TRANSPORTATION & MATERIAL MOVING 286,764 | TOTAL WORKERS $31,130 | DF W MEDIAN $30,912 | U.S. MEDIAN
OFFICE & ADMINISTRATIVE SUPPORT 648,051 | TOTAL WORKERS $35,294 | DF W MEDIAN $34,112 | U.S. MEDIAN
FARMING, FISHING & FORESTRY 5,942 | TOTAL WORKERS $20,947 | DF W MEDIAN $23,007 | U.S. MEDIAN
SOURCE: 2017Q4 QCEW, EMSI
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54,383
52,420
53,814
55,038
$116,020
9,728
8,561
8,893
9,188
$146,230
Financial Managers
14,616
11,250
11,580
11,871
$130,151
Accountants and Auditors
35,107
42,551
43,715
44,747
$71,770
8,389
9,114
9,374
9,604
$80,867
Loan Officers
12,662
9,574
9,725
9,865
$67,165
Computer Systems Analysts
16,964
25,486
26,358
27,131
$88,745
9,962
8,384
8,459
8,502
$81,973
Software Developers, Applications
22,262
25,805
26,733
27,548
$106,851
Software Developers, Systems Software
13,208
12,815
13,198
13,534
$105,389
3,335
4,135
4,236
4,324
$91,859
Network and Computer Systems Administrators
10,805
12,177
12,470
12,725
$86,815
Computer User Support Specialists
17,027
22,298
22,936
23,499
$51,809
6,174
5,574
5,654
5,725
$87,255
Registered Nurses
55,789
61,212
63,414
65,390
$71,950
First-Line Supervisors of Non-Retail Sales Workers
12,378
12,267
12,411
12,537
$56,822
First-Line Supervisors of Office and Administrative Support Workers
38,204
40,038
41,042
41,931
$59,863
Bill and Account Collectors
12,715
12,614
12,708
12,777
$37,767
Bookkeeping, Accounting, and Auditing Clerks
45,176
43,383
43,869
44,236
$40,210
Customer Service Representatives
76,912
88,393
90,387
92,137
$33,622
9,394
13,122
13,218
13,312
$44,955
Receptionists and Information Clerks
25,507
19,599
20,265
20,853
$26,118
Executive Secretaries and Executive Administrative Assistants
17,678
11,880
12,098
12,276
$57,871
Office Clerks, General
75,250
107,312
109,261
110,934
$33,599
First-Line Supervisors of Production and Operating Workers
12,904
13,483
13,570
13,641
$60,447
6,380
6,610
6,566
6,526
$29,154
Team Assemblers
26,977
19,048
19,298
19,505
$26,509
Inspectors, Testers, Sorters, Samplers, and Weighers
11,848
15,070
15,181
15,273
$38,077
1,231
2,090
2,030
1,979
$37,667
General and Operations Managers Computer and Information Systems Managers
Financial Analysts
Computer Programmers
Database Administrators
Mechanical Engineers
Loan Interviewers and Clerks
Electrical and Electronic Equipment Assemblers
Semiconductor Processors
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The Dallas area is home to a large and diverse array of companies. Whatever your field, you will find many options for work here. These maps illustrate the industry clusters—from high-tech to hospitality—in DFW.
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Dallas-Fort Worth continues to draw Fortune and Global 500 headquarters by growth and expansion of local companies as well as by relocations of headquarter operations. It is both a testament to the vibrant, diverse economy in DFW today as well as a natural progression for this region that is so recognized internationally for its strengths in advanced services and headquarter operations.
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HOSPITALITY American Airlines Center AT&T Stadium Ben E. Keith Co. Brinker International CEC Entertainment Cheddar’s Casual Café CiCi’s Pizza Cinemark Holdings Cinepolis ClubCorp Holdings Dave & Buster’s Fiesta Restaurant Group Fuzzy’s Taco Holdings Gaylord Texan Great Wolf Lodge Hilton Worldwide Hotels.com La Madeleine Lone Star Park LSG Sky Chefs USA Main Event Entertainment NYLO Hotels Omni Hotels Pizza Hut Republic National Distributing Company Six Flags Entertainment Park Southern Glazer’s Wine and Spirits Texas Motor Speedway Top Golf
MANUFACTURING Abbott Laboratories Airbus Helicopters Alcon Laboratories American Leather Atlas Copco Drilling Solutions Bell Bimbo Bakeries USA/ EarthGrains Borden Dairy Builders Firstsource Celanese Corporation Commercial Metals Dal-Tile Corporation Darling Ingredients Dean Foods Diodes Dr Pepper Snapple Group Dresser Encore Wire FA L L 2 0 1 8
Ericsson Essilor Flowserve Frito-Lay Fujitsu Network Communications General Electric General Motors GKN Aerostructures GRUMA HOYA Vision Care North America Interceramic Interstate Battery Justin Brands Kimberly-Clark Kubota Lennox International Lockheed Martin Maxim Miller Coors Mission Foods Motorcycle Aftermarket Group NCH Corporation Occidental Petroleum Corporation Overhead Door Corp Owens Corning PepsiCo Peterbilt Motors Poly-America Qorvo Inc Raytheon SAFRAN Electrical & Power Sanden International USA Smith & Nephew Solar Turbines STMicroelectronics Tetra Pak Texas Industries Texas Instruments Triumph Aerostructures Turbomeca USA TXI Tyson Prepared Foods
PROFESSIONAL & BUSINESS SERVICES Accenture ACTIVE Network Alliance Data Allstate AT&T Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas CA Technologies CBRE Comerica Comparex USA Compucom Systems
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Conifer Health Solutions Core Logic CROSSMARK CVE Technology Group CyrusOne Deloitte DexYP Epsilon Data Management EY Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas FedEX Office HKS HP Enterprise Services Huawei Technologies Intuit JLL KPMG L-3 Communications Liberty Mutual McAfee McKesson NTT Data PFSweb PriceWaterhouseCoopers Real Page Research Now Ryan Sabre Corporation Safety-Kleen Sammons Enterprises SoftLayer State Farm The Richards Group Tyler Technologies VCE Verizon Communications ZTE
TRADE & SERVICES 7-Eleven ACE Cash Express Amazon Amerisource Bergen At Home Aviall Cash America International Consolidated Electrical
Distributors Copart USA Fidelity Fossil Group Galderma GameStop Gearbox Software GM Financial Half Price Books Hilti North America J.C. Penney Company Mary Kay Match.com Minyard Food Stores Moneygram International Nationastar Mortgage Nebraska Furniture Mart Neiman Marcus Group Nokia Solutions and Networks ORIX USA Pier 1 Imports Rent-A-Center Sally Beauty Holdings Santander Sewell Village Cadillac Company The Container Store Group The Michaels Companies Torchmark Corporation TTI Tuesday Morning Yum China Holdings
TRANSPORTATION American Airlines Group BNSF Dallas Love Field DFW International Aiport Frozen Food Express Industries Greyhound Lines MV Transportation Neovia Logistics Southwest Airlines Stevens Transport Toyota North America Trinity Industries Union Pacific XPO Logistics
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Texas is arguably the No. 1 state in the country in which to do business, and Dallas-Fort Worth is one of the best places in the country to start a business. An explosion of new startups, coworking spaces, incubators, and accelerators are building a thriving entrepreneurial ecosystem in Dallas-Fort Worth.
DALLAS IS THE BEST PLACE FOR STARTUPS
— U.S. CHAMBER OF COMMERCE FOUNDATION
DFW IS A TOP 10 REGION FOR FAST-GROWTH COMPANIES
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THE DALLAS INNOVATION ALLIANCE The Dallas Innovation Alliance (DIA) is a public-private partnership dedicated to the design and execution of a smart cities plan for the city of Dallas. The mission is to develop a scalable smart cities model for the city of Dallas that leverages the city’s distinctive strengths for the benefit of Dallas that leaves a legacy of innovation, sustainability, and collaboration for future generations. Initial efforts will be centered in the West End district of downtown, where a confluence of multimodal transit, walkability, historic buildings, and a burgeoning innovation district will serve as ground zero for the city as a living lab. A three-pronged strategy will center on infrastructure, mobility, and connected living. www.dallasinnovationalliance.com SOURCE: DRC Research
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— AARON THRONEBERRY, SPECIAL EVENTS SALES MANAGER, DALLAS COWBOYS
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“I ULTIMATELY CHOSE UPTOWN FOR ITS PROXIMITY TO EVERYTHING — FOOD GALORE, PARKS AND TRAILS, NIGHTLIFE, AND OTHER YOUNG PROFESSIONALS. NOT TO MENTION THAT IT WAS ONLY A 25-MINUTE COMMUTE TO WORK.”
“I’VE LOVED GETTING TO KNOW DALLAS AND TRULY FELL IN LOVE WITH THE DIFFERENT AREAS, UNIQUE CULTURE, AND CHARMING PEOPLE.”
“DALLAS CATERS TO YOUNG PROFESSIONALS AND ENTREPRENEURS, SO THERE ARE MANY OPPORTUNITIES TO MEET NEW FRIENDS OR PROSPECTIVE CLIENTS.”
— REGAN OLSON, TRAINING AND DEVELOPMENT CONSULTANT, HOLMES MURPHY
“THERE ARE SO MANY THINGS TO DO AND PLACES TO SEE, AND I’M CONTINUING TO MEET NEW PEOPLE. LIVING IN DALLAS, YOU GET THE BENEFITS OF LIVING IN A BIG CITY WITHOUT THE CLAUSTROPHOBIC FEELING OF BEING PACKED IN. ” — PAULA GRUNOW, MEDIA SUPERVISOR, MOROCH
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— LAURYN WILLIAMS, OLYMPIC MEDALIST AND FOUNDER, WORTH WINNING
“DALLAS BOASTS ONE OF THE MOST WELL-ROUNDED INDUSTRY PORTFOLIOS OF ALL THE MAJOR CITIES, SO THERE IS SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE.” — ADAM MORRISEY, SENIOR ASSOCIATE, PWC
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ESSENTIALS NUTS AND BOLTS YOU NEED TO KNOW MOVING CHECKLIST | YOUR FIRST 30 DAYS IMPORTANT LAWS | TAX RATES HELPFUL NUMBERS AND WEBSITES
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How has your opinion of the Dallas Region changed since moving here? I think the level of diversity has been a great surprise. There are all stripes of people here, living and working together. It’s a very encouraging thing to see.
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returning to Texas were numerous, including: family ties, cost of living and new opportunities in general.
CITY: The Colony COMPANY / TITLE: Fay Servicing, LLC When did you move here? From where? I moved here from Chicago in August 2017. Where else have you lived? Florida, Pennsylvania What made you Say Yes to Dallas? My reasons for choosing Dallas and
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“THERE ARE ALL STRIPES OF PEOPLE HERE, LIVING AND WORKING TOGETHER. IT’S A VERY ENCOURAGING THING TO SEE.”
How did you choose where to live in the Dallas Region? I chose my first apartment here with proximity to work in mind (a 15-minute commute), but I do plan on moving closer to friends near the downtown area at some point.
Tell us about your city/neighborhood. What do you like best? What makes it different? I live on the edge of Lewisville in The Colony, and it’s basically a nice and quiet enclave just north of the city. I really enjoy the space, friendly people and general “cleanliness” of the area, if that makes sense. Where do you go and what do you do on the weekends or days off? Well since I’m from East Texas (Tyler) and also have immediate family down in Round Rock, I spend a lot of weekends road tripping to catch up with family and friends. When I’m not on the road, I love finding new food places, catching good movies OR going to places where I can get both – Alamo Drafthouse!!
MOVING CHECKLIST STEP 1: DECIDE WHEN YOU WANT TO MOVE Moving can be both exciting and stressful and as you pick up your entire life to start over somewhere new. If you have the freedom to pick when you want to move, there are a few things to consider. If cost is a factor, moving during the off-season, such as in spring or late fall, will give you the least expensive rates from moving companies. Try to avoid booking your move on the weekends, during the summer, or on the first of the month as rates can be their highest. If you have children in school, you may need to move during the summer as it’s least disruptive to them. Once you’ve weighed the pros and cons and figured out when to move, use our 8 Week Moving Checklist to help you plan an organized move to get you settled in your new place. EIGHT WEEKS UNTIL MOVE: GET ESTIMATES & MAKE LISTS
❏ Relocating for a job? Find out
what expenses your employer will cover. ❏ If buying a home, contact a real estate agent in Dallas. ❏ Decide if you want to hire a moving company and start getting estimates. SIX WEEKS UNTIL MOVE: PURGE & START PACKING
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and sorting out clothing, accessories and shoes you do not want to keep.
❏ Choose what you can donate to charity and schedule a charity organization of your choice to pick them up (for example Salvation Army or a veterans’ charity).
❏ Have a garage sale or sell
online (on CraigsList or eBay) value items and things that are not worth the cost of moving, but which you don’t want to give away for free.
FOUR WEEKS UNTIL MOVE: UPDATE ADDRESS
❏ Submit a change-of-address
form. Go to your local post office and submit a changeof-address form in order to ensure that all your mail will be properly forwarded. You can do this online in order to save time.
❏ Request 1 or 2 days off from
your work for date(s) planned for your move (unless you are changing jobs).
❏ Find a new primary doctor
(and pediatrician, if you have children) and dentist and arrange for your medical records to be transferred.
❏ If you have children, check the
pre-registration procedures for enrolling children in school.
❏ Talk to the current and future
school/daycare to transfer school records and make plans for a smooth transition.
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THREE WEEKS UNTIL MOVE: TAKE CARE OF SPECIAL ITEMS
❏ Gather important documents, jewelry, and valuables and pack them separately in your personal bags or to ship them with a trackable delivery with insurance.
❏ If you’re driving long distance to your new home, have your car checked up and serviced for a long drive.
❏ Take an inventory of your
most expensive or cherished possessions and take photos of them, to have proof in case of damage.
TWO WEEKS UNTIL MOVE: FINISH UP LOOSE ENDS
❏ Check the pre-registration procedures for enrolling children in school.
❏ Use up food from the
refrigerator, freezer, and pantry, to minimize waste.
❏ Double check that you’ve
updated your address everywhere where needed.
❏ Notify movers ahead of time
in case you’re moving big appliances which may need special handling; likewise, for gas appliances, consult with your gas utility provider.
❏ Refill your medication
prescriptions and keep them easily accessible by packing them in your hand bag.
❏ Keep some cash on hand for
tips and small expenses, as you may not be able to pay by credit card everywhere.
❏ Update your shipping address
on amazon, ebay, paypal and other online shopping sites you use, and direct any scheduled or future shipments to the correct address.
ONE WEEK UNTIL MOVE: TAKE CARE OF FINAL DETAILS
❏ Plan to transfer utilities.
Call your utility companies – electricity, water, gas, telephone, mobile, internet, TV cable, sewer, trash – and put in a request to turn off utilities at the old address on the day after your move.
❏ Pack a personal suitcase
with toiletries, essentials, valuables and comfortable clothes for each person in your household; keep these suitcases with you.
❏ Do a final box count, to have an accurate count for your records and for the moving company, if they request it.
❏ Confirm the important details
with your moving company to avoid any last minute misunderstandings: phone numbers on both sides, contact person’s name, destination address, date and time when the truck will arrive, etc.
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WHAT YOU NEED TO DO TO GET ESTABLISHED, MAKE CONNECTIONS, AND FEEL AT HOME Settling into a new community takes time and often requires a checklist. Here are the things you need to do during those first few weeks to get established, make connections, and feel at home.
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1. FIRST THINGS FIRST: MEET YOUR NEIGHBORS. Research shows that knowing the people who live around you is good for both your physical and mental health. Don’t wait for your neighbors to come to you—be your own welcome wagon. 2. READ UP ON SPECIFIC TEXAS AND DALLASFORT WORTH LAWS that could impact you. 3. GET YOUR VEHICLE INSPECTED. Texas requires an annual state emissions inspection. Many mechanic shops, gas stations, and oil change locations offer these inspections. Find one near you at txdps.state.tx.us/rsd/vi/ vIactivestationlocator. Be sure to take your driver’s license and proof of insurance. 4. GET YOUR TEXAS VEHICLE REGISTRATION STICKER AND LICENSE PLATES. You can do this at your county tax assessor-collector’s office. You’ll need to show proof of ownership, such as registration or title from your previous home state, as well as proof of insurance. 5. APPLY FOR A TEXAS DRIVER’S LICENSE at the Texas Department of Public Safety office in your area. To find the location nearest you, go to txdps.state.tx.us or call 512-424-2600. 6. If you’re going to commute to work via public transportation, FIND YOUR NEAREST DART STATION OR BUS STOPS and plot your route. Buy passes and do a test ride. 7. If you’ll commute by car, MAP OUT FIRST AND SECONDARY HIGHWAY ROUTES. If toll roads are in your future, get a TollTag. Test out your routes. 8. DRIVE OTHER STUFF, TOO. DFW is a big place, and it can be difficult to budget for traffic. As you have time, pick a neighborhood that is not your own and drive to it. Do it a couple of times during different parts of the day. Then challenge yourself to get there and back home without using GPS. This will help you orient yourself to the area and make life easier when you need to get someplace out of your comfort zone. 9. PRINT OUT EMERGENCY NUMBERS, such as fire, ambulance, police, etc. Program these numbers into your phone as well. 10. LOCATE THE HOSPITAL EMERGENCY ROOM NEAREST YOUR HOME. Take a test drive to determine the fastest route before you need it. Likewise, find the nearest urgent care center to your home and office—and review
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your health insurance policy to discover what it covers. 11. FIND A NEW DOCTOR. Find a new dentist. Find a new a hairdresser. Find a guy to fix your car when it breaks. Having the people you will need in place before you need them is peace of mind. We think the best way to do this is ask neighbors and co-workers for referrals. 12. IF YOU HAVE KIDS, REGISTER THEM IN SCHOOL. If they’ll be walking to classes, map out their routes and do a test run. If they’ll be taking the bus, find out the schedules and routes. If school has already started, arrange a parent-teacher conference to kick things off right. 13. If you have a dog, SCOUT OUT DOG PARKS. Ask around for a veterinarian referral or check out a veterinarian’s office close to your home. Locate the all-night emergency vet clinic in your neighborhood. 14. GET UP TO SPEED ON CURRENT LOCAL NEWS. Subscribe to the newspaper or a community magazine or bookmark the related websites. Check your cable television channels for local news stations and program your radio with your favorites. 15. READ UP ON OUR COLORFUL PAST. 16. JOIN A GYM near your home or office. It’s a good way to meet people and maintain a healthy lifestyle. Alternatively, you may want to join a club, professional organization, or special interest group. DFW has an abundance of running clubs, book clubs, car clubs, environmental groups, theater troupes, etc. You’re sure to find something
that suits your interests. 17. If you’re keen on local politics, ATTEND A TOWN HALL MEETING. Call the one in your community and ask about open meetings. 18. REGISTER TO VOTE and locate your polling place. Go to votexas.org for information. 19. GET TO KNOW YOUR NEW CO-WORKERS. Join an after-work happy hour or ask someone to lunch or coffee. 20. If religion is an important part of your life, EXPLORE THE CHURCHES, TEMPLES, OR SYNAGOGUES in Dallas-Fort Worth. Our area has a plentiful and diverse selection of places to worship, so if your first selection isn’t the right fit, there’s likely another choice just around the corner. 21. GET OUTSIDE. DFW has a lot to offer an outdoors enthusiast, including hiking trails, cycling paths, running trails, lakes, parks, and more. 22. SUPPORT THE HOME TEAM. Whatever your interest—football, basketball, baseball, hockey—we’ve got game (and a lot of trophies!). It’s also fun to connect with your college alumni group so you can support your own teams. It’s a good way to meet people with a background similar to yours and feel more at home. 23. VOLUNTEER. It’s good to give back, but helping out in your new community is a great way to meet likeminded people. 24. GET SOME SLEEP. Moving is stressful. Take care of yourself.
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TAX PREP
STATE: 6 1/4% (.0625) CITY: 1/4% (.0025) – 2% (.02) , depending on local rate COUNTY: 1/2% (.005) – 1.5% (.015) , depending on local rate TRANSIT: 1/4 % (.0025) – 1% (.0025 - 0.01) , depending on local rate SPECIAL PURPOSE DISTRICTS: 1/8% (.00125) – 2% (.00125 - 0.02), depending on local rate
DFW COMMUNITIES SALES TAX SAMPLE 2017 Rates PER $100
When you move to Texas, you won’t pay a personal income tax at the state or local level. You also won’t pay a local occupation tax or local wage tax. This means more money in your paycheck. Instead, you pay for local government services, such as education, through local property taxes, sales taxes, and business taxes. It’s a balance, to be sure, but for people who are moving to DFW from high-incometax states, this change can feel like a financial windfall.
COUNTIES Collin Dallas Denton Ellis Hood Hunt Johnson Kaufman Parker Rockwall Somervell Tarrant Wise
RATE $0.192246 $0.243100 $0.237812 $0.359713 $0.367366 $0.512469 $0.422663 $0.488700 $0.311719 $0.349800 $0.461590 $0.244000 $0.346400
CITIES Addison Allen Anna Arlington Azle Balch Springs Bedford Benbrook Burleson Carrollton Cedar Hill Celina Cleburne Cockrell Hill Colleyville Commerce Coppell Corinth Crowley Dallas Decatur Denton DeSoto Duncanville Ennis Euless Everman Fairview Farmers Branch
$0.550000 $0.510000 $0.601288 $0.639800 $0.671500 $0.803000 $0.520000 $0.640000 $0.735000 $0.599700 $0.698760 $0.645000 $0.804018 $1.058833 $0.333834 $0.820000 $0.579500 $0.536860 $0.719000 $0.780400 $0.703000 $0.637856 $0.739900 $0.758447 $0.710000 $0.462500 $1.158630 $0.359999 $0.602267
Fate Flower Mound Forest Hill Forney Fort Worth Frisco Garland Glenn Heights Granbury Grand Prairie Grapevine Greenville Haltom City Heath Hickory Creek Highland Park Highland Village Hurst Hutchins Irving Joshua Kaufman Keene Keller Kennedale Krum Lake Dallas Lake Worth Lancaster Lewisville Little Elm Lucas Mansfield McKinney Melissa Mesquite Midlothian Murphy North Richland Hills Parker Plano Princeton Prosper
$0.291100 $0.439000 $0.990000 $0.621110 $0.805000 $0.446600 $0.704600 $0.885434 $0.399385 $0.669998 $0.289271 $0.689000 $0.668180 $0.417311 $0.366933 $0.220000 $0.568020 $0.580940 $0.682459 $0.594100 $0.775270 $0.899370 $0.897823 $0.427500 $0.777500 $0.647489 $0.661750 $0.454920 $0.867500 $0.436086 $0.657671 $0.317948 $0.710000 $0.540199 $0.610000 $0.687000 $0.708244 $0.500000 $0.590000 $0.365984 $0.468600 $0.689890 $0.520000
CITY
CITY RATE
OTHER RATES
TOTAL RATE
0.010 0.010 0.015 0.010
0.0100 MTA 0.0100 MTA 0.0050 CTA .005 MTA, .005 CCD
0.0825 0.0825 0.0825 0.0825
0.0625 0.0625 0.0625 0.0625
NOTES: MTA = Metropolitian Transit Authorities, CCD = Crime Control District SOURCE: Texas Comptrollers Office
Providence $0.833688 Red Oak $0.649000 Richardson $0.625160 Richland Hills $0.563738 River Oaks $0.780000 Roanoke $0.375120 Rockwall $0.423600 Rowlett $0.777173 Royse City $0.621500 Sachse $0.747279 Saginaw $0.495000 Sanger $0.679100 Sansom Park $0.787304 Seagoville $0.743800 Southlake $0.462000 Sunnyvale $0.413088 Terrell $0.724200 The Colony $0.665000 Trophy Club $0.451442 University Park $0.248761 Watauga $0.462000 Waxahachie $0.680000 Weatherford $0.489860 White Settlement $0.462000 Willow Park $0.536700 Wylie $0.781000 SCHOOLS Aledo ISD Allen ISD Alvarado ISD Alvord ISD Anna ISD Argyle ISD Arlington ISD Aubrey ISD Avalon ISD Azle ISD Birdville ISD Bland ISD Blue Ridge ISD Bluff Dale ISD Boles ISD Brock ISD
STATE RATE
PLANO DALLAS DENTON FORT WORTH
$1.595000 $1.570000 $1.461000 $1.354000 $1.670000 $1.585050 $1.368670 $1.510000 $1.233400 $1.329000 $1.453900 $1.427100 $1.571490 $1.170000 $1.542940 $1.620000
Burleson ISD $1.670000 Caddo Mills ISD $1.455000 Campbell ISD $1.040000 Carroll ISD $1.385000 Carrollton Farmers Branch ISD $1.381000 Castleberry ISD$1.392200 Cedar Hill ISD $1.516000 Celeste ISD $1.460600 Celina ISD $1.640000 Cleburne ISD $1.630000 Collin College (CCD) $0.079810 Commerce ISD $1.561000 Community ISD $1.625000 Cooper ISD $1.470000 Coppell ISD $1.477700 Crandall ISD $1.540000 Crowley ISD $1.670000 Cumby ISD $1.200000 Dallas County Community College (CCD) $0.124238 Dallas ISD $1.282085 Denton ISD $1.540000 DeSoto ISD $1.490000 Duncanville ISD $1.521480 Eagle MountainSaginaw ISD $1.540000 Ennis ISD $1.535800 Era ISD $1.245000 Everman ISD $1.510000 Fannindel ISD $1.260000 Farmersville ISD $1.320000 Ferris ISD $1.387300 Forney ISD $1.540000 Fort Worth ISD $1.352000 Frisco ISD $1.460000 Frost ISD $1.174250 Garland ISD $1.460000 Glen Rose ISD $0.994000 Godley ISD $1.540000 Granbury ISD $1.210000 Grand Prairie ISD $1.595000 Grandview ISD $1.400000
SAMPLE TAX INFORMATION FOR DFW COMMUNITIES CITY
COUNTY
$0.478600
COLLIN
$0.208395
PLANO ISD
$1.439000
DALLAS
$0.782500
DALLAS
$0.243100
DALLAS ISD
$1.282085
DENTON
$0.683340
DENTON
$0.248409
DENTON ISD
$1.540000
$0.835000
TARRANT
$0.254000
FORT WORTH ISD
$1.322000
Quinlan ISD $1.240000 Red Oak ISD $1.540000 Richardson ISD $1.390050 Rio Vista ISD $1.600000 Rockwall ISD $1.440000 Royse City ISD $1.670000 Sanger ISD $1.372067 Scurry-Rosser ISD $1.330000 Slidell ISD $1.140000 Springtown ISD$1.359000 Sunnyvale ISD $1.520000 Tarrant County College (CCD) $0.140060 Terrell ISD $1.599700 Tolar ISD $1.440200 Trenton ISD $1.460000 Van Alstyne ISD$1.620000 Venus ISD $1.587600 Waxahachie ISD $1.553900 Weatherford SD $1.454000 White Settlement ISD $1.540000 Whitewright ISD $1.350000 Wolfe City ISD $1.344000 Wylie ISD $1.640000 OTHER Dallas County Parkland Hospital (HD) $0.279400 Dallas County School Equalization (SET) $0.010000 Tarrant County Water District (WD) $0.019400 Tarrant County Hospital (HD) $0.224429 SOURCES: Collin, Dallas, Denton, Ellis, Hood, Hunt, Johnson, Kaufman, Parker, Rockwall, Somervell, Tarrant, and Wise County Appraisal Districts
2017 RATE PER $100 OF TAXABLE VALUATION
SCHOOL DISTRICT
PLANO
FORT WORTH
GrapevineColleyville ISD $1.396700 Greenville ISD $1.308481 Gunter ISD $1.620000 Highland Park ISD $1.203200 Hurst-EulessBedford ISD $1.263000 Irving ISD $1.431400 Italy ISD $1.585000 Joshua ISD $1.600000 Kaufman ISD $1.550000 Keene ISD $1.430000 Keller ISD $1.520000 Kennedale ISD $1.480000 Krum ISD $1.540000 Lake Dallas ISD $1.670000 Lake Worth ISD $1.670000 Lancaster ISD $1.540000 Leonard ISD $1.259060 Lewisville ISD $1.407500 Lipan ISD $1.490000 Little Elm ISD $1.540000 Lone Oak ISD $1.300000 Lovejoy ISD $1.670000 Mansfield ISD $1.540000 Maypearl ISD $1.302100 McKinney ISD $1.620000 Melissa ISD $1.670000 Mesquite ISD $1.460000 Midlothian ISD $1.540000 Milford ISD $1.170000 Millsap ISD $1.612200 Mineral Wells ISD $1.430000 Northwest ISD $1.490000 Palmer ISD $1.455000 Peaster ISD $1.440000 Perrin Whitt ISD $1.240000 Pilot Point ISD $1.370000 Plano ISD $1.439000 Ponder ISD $1.467790 Poolville ISD $1.370000 Princeton ISD $1.620000 Prosper ISD $1.440000
OTHER CCD SET HD CCD
$0.079810 $0.010000 $0.279400 $0.124238
WD HD
$0.019400 $0.227897
CCD
$0.144730
TOTAL $2.195805 $2.721323
$2.415668 $2.784889
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Commerce Economic Development Corporation
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Corinth Economic Development Corporation
940-498-3284
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214-670-1221
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Dallas County
214-653-7011
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Dallas Regional Chamber
214-746-6600
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Decatur Economic Development Corporation
940-627-9109
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817-568-3000
foresthilltx.org
Lancaster Economic Development Corporation Lewisville, City of Little Elm, City of Mansfield Economic Development Corporation McKinney Economic Development Corporation Mesquite, City of Midlothian Economic Development Corporation Murphy, City of North Central Texas Council of Governments North Richland Hills, City of Pantego Economic Development Corporation Pilot Point, City of Plano Economic Development Plano, City of Princeton, City of Prosper, Town of Quad Cities DFW Red Oak, City of Richardson Economic Development Corporation Roanoke, City of Rockwall Economic Development Corporation Rowlett, City of Royse City Sachse Economic Development Corporation Saginaw, City of Sanger, City of Seagoville Economic Development Corporation Sherman Economic Development Corporation
Forney Economic Development Corporation
972-564-5808
forneytexasedc.org
Fort Worth Chamber of Commerce
817-336-2491 ext. 228
fortworthchamber.com
Frisco Economic Development Corporation
972-668-5550
friscoedc.com
Garland Chamber of Commerce
972-272-7551
garlandchamber.com
Glenn Heights, City of
972-223-1690
glennheights.com
Grand Prairie, City of
972-237-8081
gptx.org
Grapevine, City of
817-410-3135
ci.grapevine.tx.us
Greenville Economic Development Corporation
800-295-4141
ci.greenville.tx.us
Haltom City
817-222-7723
haltomcitytx.com
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cityofkeller.com kempedc.com cityofkennedale.com lakedallas.com lakeworthtx.org
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(CONTINUED) MUST-HAVE CONTACT INFO Southlake, City of
817-748-8400
cityofsouthlake.com
State of Texas Economic Development & Tourism
800-843-5781
governor.state.tx.us
Sunnyvale, City of
972-226-7177
townofsunnyvale.org
Terrell Chamber of Commerce
972-563-5703
The Colony Economic Development Corporation
972-624-3127
Trophy Club, Town of
Dallas Police Department / Jack Evans Police Headquarters
214-671-3001
Dallas Public Library
214-670-1400
DFW Airport
972-973-8888
terrelltexas.com
Emergency Preparedness
214-670-4275
thecolonyedc.org
Garbage Collection
214-670-8613
682-831-4600
ci.trophyclub.tx.us
Environmental & Health Services
214-670-3092
Watauga, City of
817-514-5813
cowtx.org
Love Field Airport
214-670-6073
Waxahachie, City of
469-309-4000
waxahachie.com
Mayor’s Office
214-670-4054
Weatherford ED Authority
817-594-9429 ext. 102
ci.weatherford.tx.us
Court & Detention Services
214-670-0109
Westlake, Town of
817-490-5720
westlake-tx.org
Park and Recreation
214-670-4100
Wilmer, City of
972-441-3574
Taxes
214-631-0910
Wylie, Development Corp. of
972-442-7901
Tree Trimming (for trees too close to power lines), TXU
972-791-2888
Visitor Information Center
214-571-1000
Zoning
214-948-4480
wylieedc.com
DFW AREA APPRAISAL DISTRICTS Collin County Appraisal District
469-742-9200
collincad.org
Dallas County Appraisal District
214-631-0910
dallascad.org
Delta County Appraisal District
903-395-4118
delta-cad.org
Denton County Appraisal District
940-349-3800
dentoncad.com
Ellis Central Appraisal District
972-937-3552
elliscad.com
Hunt County Appraisal District
903-408-4000
Johnson County Central Appraisal District
817-648-3000
TRANSPORTATION ASSISTANCE Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS)
800-525-5555
txdps.state.tx.us
hctax.info
Dallas Courtesy Patrol
214-653-3465
dallascounty.org/ department/sheriff/ courtesy_patrol.php
johnsoncad.com
Dallas Area Rapid Transit (DART)
214-749-2662
dart.org
North Texas Tollway Authority
214-461-2000
ntta.org
NTTA Roadside Assistance
972-444-4357
Kaufman County Appraisal District
972-932-6081
kaufman-cad.org
Parker County Appraisal District
817-596-0077
parkercad.org
Rockwall Central Appraisal District
972-771-2034
rockwallcad.com
DFW WORKFORCE BOARDS
Tarrant County Appraisal District
817-284-0024
tad.org
Workforce Solutions for North Central Texas
888-548-9675
dfwjobs.com
940-627-3081
appraisaldistrict. net/countyappraisal. asp?county=wise
Workforce Solutions for Tarrant County
817-413-4000
workforcesolutions.net
Wise County Appraisal District
DALLAS COUNTY Agricultural Extension Service
972-231-5362
County Commissioners Court
214-653-7361
County General Information
214-653-7475
County Judge
214-653-7555
County Taxes
214-653-7811
County Welfare
214-819-1800 ext. 1801
District Attorney
214-653-3600
Health Department
214-819-2000
Immunizations
214-819-2000
Justice Center (Inmate Affairs)
214-761-9025
Marriage License
214-653-7099
Vital Statistics/Records
214-670-3248
Voter Registration
214-819-6389
CITY OF DALLAS Emergency
911
Animal Control
311
Building Inspection
214-948-4480
Chamber of Commerce
214-746-6600
City Council
214-670-4050
City Manager
214-670-3296
Civil Service Board
214-670-3748
Controller
214-670-3538
Dallas City Services
311
Dallas Convention Center
214-939-2724
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Workforce Solutions Greater Dallas 214-421-2460
wfsdallas.com
HUMAN SERVICES AND SPECIAL NEEDS American Cancer Society American Red Cross – Dallas American Red Cross – Fort Worth Arthritis Foundation Austin Street Shelter Callier Center for Communications Disorders – UT Dallas Cancer Care Services Catholic Charities Child Care Associates Dallas Life Foundation Dallas Lighthouse for the Blind Dallas Urban League Deaf Action Center
800-227-2345 214-678-4800
Down Syndrome Guild
214-267-1374
Easter Seals Greater Northwest Texas ECI of Richardson Goodwill Industries of Dallas Goodwill Industries of Fort Worth Greater Dallas Council on Alcoholism and Drug Abuse
817-332-7171
Hope Cottage Pregnancy and Adoption Center
817-335-9137 800-283-7800 214-428-4242 214-905-3000 817-921-0653 214-638-4997 817-838-0055 214-421-1380 214-821-2375 214-413-1760 214-521-0407
972-705-5291 214-638-2800 817-332-7866 214-522-8600
214-521-4673
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Dallas Life Foundation
214-421-1380
dallaslife.org
Lift
214-824-2000
lift-texas.org
817-335-5405
North Dallas Shared Ministries
972-620-8696
ndsm.org
The Salvation Army
214-630-5611
salvationarmyusa.org
877-275-6233
The Stewpot
214-746-2785
thestewpot.org
North Dallas Shared Ministries
972-620-8696
United Way of Metropolitan Dallas
214-978-0000
unitedwaydallas.org
Poison Center
800-222-1222
Visiting Nurse Association
214-689-0000
vnatexas.org
Rape Crisis Center Dallas
972-641-7273
Volunteer Center
214-826-6767
volunteernorthtexas.org
Recovery Resource Council (Alcoholism & Drug Abuse)
817-332-6329
West Dallas Community Centers
214-760-8353
westdallas.org
The Salvation Army
214-424-7200
Suicide & Crisis Center of North Texas
214-828-1000
African Chamber of Commerce
214-628-2569
The ARC of Dallas
214-634-9810
972-241-6450
The ARC of Greater Tarrant County
American Indian Chamber of Commerce of Texas
817-877-1474
Asian-American Chamber of Commerce, Greater Dallas
972-241-8250
The Bridge Emergency Youth Services
817-335-4673
British-American Business Council of North Texas
214-229-8801
The Womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Center of Tarrant County
817-924-9572 214-637-6117
Dallas Black Chamber of Commerce
214-421-5200
Union Gospel Mission United Cerebral Palsy of Metropolitan Dallas
800-999-1898
East African Chamber of Commerce
214-267-9189
United Way of Metropolitan Dallas
214-978-0000
French-American Chamber of Commerce, DFW
972-241-0111
Youth Crisis and Runaway Hotline
800-621-4000 (24 hours)
Greater Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, Greater Dallas
214-521-6007
Greater Southwest Black Chamber of Commerce
972-230-0501
214-828-4192
ETHNIC CHAMBERS OF COMMERCE
HEALTHCARE SERVICES Dallas County Dental Society
972-386-5741
Israel Chamber of Commerce
214-272-4817
Dallas County Medical Society
214-948-3622
713-960-0845
DFW Hospital Council
972-719-4900
Texas Turkish American Chamber of Commerce
Health Industry Council of DFW
972-256-2291
U.S. China Chamber of Commerce
312-368-9911
Tarrant County Medical Society
817-732-2825
United Way of Metropolitan Dallas
214-978-0000
U.S.-India Chamber of Commerce
214-346-9559
United Way of Tarrant County
817-258-8000
U.S.-Mexico Chamber of Commerce
214-651-4300
Visiting Nurse Association
214-905-6053
HELPFUL WEBSITES
CHILD CARE LICENSING OFFICES Dallas
214-951-7902 / 800-582-6036
Denton
940-381-3447
Fort Worth
800-582-8286 / 817-321-8604
Plano
469-229-6900 ext. 6901
DALLAS ISD Administration Building
972-925-3700
Athletics
972-749-2450
Attendance and Truancy
214-932-5030
Child Abuse/Domestic Violence
888-572-2873
Communications
972-925-3900
Counseling Services
972-925-3505
Customer Service Center
Dallas Convention & Visitors Bureau
visitdallas.com
Dallas Morning News
dallasnews.com
Dallas Police Department
dallaspolice.net
Fort Worth Convention & Visitors Bureau
fortworth.com
Fort Worth Police Department
fortworthpd.com
Fort Worth Star-Telegram
star-telegram.com
DFW CONSULATES Canada
214-922-9806
France
214-953-0100 ext. 105
Germany
214-748-4915 / 214-752-3684
Iceland
214-272-2363
Japan
972-713-8683
972-925-5555
Mexico
214-932-8670
Early Childhood Education
972-925-8930
Republic of Korea
972-701-0108
Health Services
972-925-3386
Romania
214-522-3799
Physical Education
972-925-6790
Slovak Republic
214-251-8020
Safe and Drug-Free Schools
972-925-8040
South Africa
214-943-1068
Special Education
972-581-4100
Spain
214-373-1200
Sweden
972-991-8013
Switzerland
214-965-1025
Taiwan
972-436-4242
VOLUNTEER ORGANIZATIONS American Red Cross
214-678-4800
redcross.org/tx/dallasfort-worth/locations
Austin Street Shelter
214-428-4242
austinstreet.org
Thailand
214-934-0022 ext. 2204
Big Brothers/Big Sisters
214-871-0876
bbbs.org
Tunisia
972-267-4191
ccgd.org
Uganda
972-387-7860 ext. 13
United Kingdom
214-978-8930
Community Council of Greater Dallas
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214-379-4357
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Mental Health America of Greater Dallas Mental Health Association of Tarrant County Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD)
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GETTING THE LAY OF THE LAND
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Start talking to people about Dallas, and you’ll quickly realize there’s more here than just the city of Dallas. The official North Texas metropolitan area comprises 13 counties and more than 9,300 square miles, making it the largest land-locked metropolitan area in the United States. With more than 200 cities in the Dallas-Fort Worth region, there is the perfect community for everyone. Each community has its own personality, places of worship, schools, entertainment options, and more. Finding the part of town that makes the most sense for you just takes a little time. With a bit of guidance and patience, you’ll find a place that works for you, whether you are looking for an urban apartment as a single person with a pet or a spacious address in the suburbs for your family of five. The Communities section, in the front of this magazine, breaks down Dallas neighborhoods, Graford the suburbs, and outlying areas.
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MONTAGUE
JACK
WISE
DENTON
Alvord
Chico
Decatur Lake Bridgeport
Bridgeport Ponder
Runaway Bay Paradise
DISH
New Fairview
Justin
Boyd Aurora
Reno Sanctuary
Rhome
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Newark
Briar CDP
Springtown
North
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Pecan Acres CDP Pelican Bay Eagle Mountain CDP Azle Eagle Mountain Lake
Haslet
Wat
Saginaw Blue Mound
Lakeside
Mineral Wells
Cool
PALO PINTO
Weatherford
Millsap
Haltom City
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Lake Worth NAS FORT WORTH JOINT RESERVE River BASE
Oaks White SettlementWestover Hills
Willow Park Hudson ‘Oaks
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Annetta North Aledo Annetta
Benbrook
Annetta South
Forest
Edgecliff Village
Everman
PARKER TARRANT HOOD JOHNSON
Gordon
Crowley
FORT WORTH SPINKS AIRPORT
Burleson
Cresson
Lipan
ERATH
Briaroaks
Oak Trail Shores CDP
Cross Timb
Granbury
Godley
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Pilot Point
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COLLIN
Sanger
Anna
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Weston
Celina
Wolfe City
Blue Ridge
Aubrey
Celeste
Melissa
Krugerville Krum Denton
Prosper
Cross Roads
DENTON MUNICIPAL AIRPORT
Shady Shores
New Hope McKinney
Oak Point
Little Elm Frisco
Corinth Lake Dallas Hickory Creek Lewisville Argyle Lake Copper Canyon Highland Village Bartonville
hlake
Double Oak
Farmersville
The Colony
Hebron
Lewisville
Lucas
Plano
Caddo Mills
Josephine
Parker
St. Paul
Murphy
Nevada Lavon
Wylie
Royse City
Westlake
Grapevine Lake Southlake
Addison
Grapevine
Garland
Farmers Branch
DALLAS University LOVE Park FIELD
Irving
Euless
Bedford
Lake ROCKWALL MUNICIPAL Ray AIRPORT Hubbard Rockwall
Rowlett
DFW INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT
Colleyville
ROCKWALL
Sachse
Richardson
ADDISON AIRPORT
Carrollton
Coppell
Keller
Richland Hills
Princeton
Lowry Crossing
Greenville Allen
Roanoke Trophy Club
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Neylandvill
Fairview
Flower Mound
tauga North Richland Hills
McKINNEY NATIONAL AIRPORT
Highland Park
Hurst
White Rock Lake
Union Valley
Fate
Quinlan Hawk Cove McLendonChisholm
Heath
KAUFMAN
Sunnyvale
Pantego Grand Prairie
Dalworthington Gardens Arlington
t Hill
Mountain Creek Lake
Terrell
Talty
Seagoville
Mansfield
Hutchins
LancasterLANCASTERWilmer
DeSoto
REGIONAL AIRPORT
Glenn Heights
DALLAS
Combine
Oak Ridge
Kaufman
Oak Grove
ELLIS
Red Oak Oak Leaf
Post Oak Bend City
Crandall
Ferris
Ovilla
Scurry
Pecan Hill
Midlothian
ber
Forney
Balch Springs
Duncanville
Joe Pool Lake
Cedar Hill Rendon CDP
MESQUITE METRO AIRPORT
DALLAS EXECUTIVE AIRPORT
ARLINGTON MUNICIPAL AIRPORT
Kennedale
Mesquite
DALLAS
Cockrell Hill
West Tawakoni
Rosser
Cottonwood Grays Prairie
Kemp
Palmer
Venus Waxahachie
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IT’S THE LAW Laws vary from state to state, city to city. Here are a few important laws that may be different in Texas and/or the area you plan to live in.
DRIVING LAWS DRIVER’S LICENSE You have 90 days to obtain a Texas driver’s license after moving to the state. If you are over 18 and already have a valid, unexpired license from another state, you won’t have to take the driving or knowledge test. To obtain your new Texas license you must: > Submit an application to your local Department of Public Safety > Provide proof of Texas residency > Submit a valid form of ID, such as a passport, unexpired military ID card, or U.S. Citizen Identification Card > Pay a $25 fee VEHICLE INSURANCE In Texas, you are required to have liability car insurance. It’s OK if your auto insurance was issued by another state, but it will have to meet the minimum coverage requirement. In Texas, all drivers must have at least $25,000 in coverage for property damage, $30,000 for each injured person, and $60,000 for injuries per incident. VEHICLE INSPECTION Vehicle inspections are still a part of the registration process and are performed at Official Vehicle Inspection Stations licensed by the Texas Department of Public Safety. Inspections must be done with 90 days of registering your vehicle. Emission testing is required in 17 Texas counties which must comply with federally mandated clear air requirements. VEHICLE REGISTRATION In 2013, the State of Texas changed the vehicle inspection and registration requirements, eliminating the inspection sticker. Residents must have their vehicle inspected within 90 days of renewing the state vehicle registration sticker. Under the one-sticker system, It now serves as both the inspection and registration sticker. You can register your vehicle online, by mail, or in person. HELMETS Texas does not require drivers or passengers of motorcycles to wear helmets. The state also does not require helmets for bicyclists. However, city regulations vary on the latter, and the city of Dallas requires helmets for bicyclists ages 17 and younger. For more on driving laws, go to dmv.org/tx-texas/safety-laws.php
GUN LAWS LEGALITY There are no legal restrictions to purchasing a gun in Texas. You do not need to obtain a license
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LABOR LAWS RIGHT TO WORK Texas is a right-to-work state. That means you cannot be denied employment for participation or nonparticipation in a labor union/organization. Your employer cannot discriminate against you for choosing to join or not join a union. Texas is also an employment-at-will state, which means the employer or employee can terminate employment at any time, for any reason, with few exceptions. For more information on labor laws, go to texasattorneygeneral.gov/agency/ righttowork.shtml
SMOKING AND DRINKING LAWS USE/PURCHASE OF TOBACCO You must be older than 18 years of age to purchase tobacco products in Texas. SMOKING RESTRICTIONS Smoking is not allowed in public places in Dallas, including city parks, libraries, buses, or within 15 feet of any pedestrian entrance. The city of Dallas has also banned smoking in bars and restaurants. However, many of the surrounding communities do allow smoking in bars. DRINKING RESTRICTIONS The legal age to purchase and consume alcohol in Texas is 21. In Texas, driving with a blood alcohol content (BAC) of .08 percent or higher is considered driving while intoxicated (DWI). It is illegal in Texas to have open containers of alcohol in the passenger area of your vehicle while you are driving or parked on a public highway. DRY VERSUS WET AREAS A wet area is one in which sales of all alcoholic beverages are permitted at all times. A dry area is one in which some or all alcoholic beverage sales are restricted some or all the time. There are also partially wet areas in which beer and wine sales are legal, but the sale of liquor is not. DFW is a complicated patchwork of all of the above.
MARRIAGE AND DIVORCE LAWS MARRIAGE/DIVORCE REQUIREMENTS To get married in Texas, you need to be at least 18
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years old. Apply in person at a Texas County Clerk’s Office to receive your marriage license. Texas is a no-fault divorce state, meaning you do not have to prove wrongdoing to be granted a divorce. Texas does not stipulate that a couple must be separated for any period of time prior to getting a divorce. COMMON LAW MARRIAGE Texas recognizes common-law marriage. You and your partner simply need to either file a Declaration of Informal Marriage or agree that you are married, live together in Texas, and represent to other people that you are married to each other. DOMESTIC PARTNERSHIPS As of the summer of 2015, the State of Texas recognizes marriage, civil unions, and domestic partnerships between individuals of the same gender, per the U.S. Supreme Court ruling. For more on marriage and divorce, go to dshs. state.tx.us/Vital_Statistics/Verification_of_a_ Marriage_or_Divorce.aspx
EDUCATION LAWS KINDERGARTEN Texas does not require kindergarten. However, children ages 6 and over must attend school. TESTING Texas requires students to take standardized tests in grades 3-8 and high school end-ofcourse (EOC) exams. The tests are called the State of Texas Assessments of Academic Readiness (STAAR) system. The number of EOC tests a student is required to take depends on what that student plans to do after graduation. For more on public education in Texas, go to tasb.org/legislative/documents/fullguide.pdf and see the Education section of this guide (beginning on page 130).
REAL ESTATE HOMESTEAD LAW The Texas Homestead Exemption reduces taxes by lowering a home’s taxable value. All school districts offer a $15,000 homestead exemption, and some taxing units offer a separate exemption based on a percentage of a home’s assessed value. The homestead exemption applies only if the property is the owner’s primary residence. There are additional exemptions for people over 65. Also under the Texas Homestead Exemption your residence is protected from the forced sale by creditors, with the exception of the lender, the IRS, or a contractor who works on your house and increases its value. When you buy a house, call the county appraisal district and ask for the forms for declaring your homestead. For more on the homestead exemption, go to comptroller.texas.gov/taxinfo/proptax/exemptions. html
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COMING SOON TO ARLINGTON
IT’S A WHOLE NEW BALLGAME.
Valley Ridge Park in Cedar Hill • Photo by Javier Ruiz
THIS is Cedar Hill
WHERE BUSINESS + FUN GROW NATURALLY You’ve arrived someplace special when you come to Cedar Hill. Whether it’s the pristine natural beauty, the unique shopping, or perhaps the breathtaking views among our rolling hills. Whatever the reason, Cedar Hill’s bustling and diverse community of just over 45,000 people combine the best of big-city living with natural beauty, and outdoor recreation found nowhere else in the Metroplex. In Cedar Hill, we’re serious about business, which is why we offer aggressive economic development incentives. We invite you to come take a look for yourself and see why there’s greener pastures in the City of Cedar Hill, Texas.
C I TY O F C E DA R H I L L E C O N O M I C D E V E L O P M E N T 972.291.5132 • CEDARHILLEDC.COM