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Is Frisco a Good Place to Live? Frisco, Texas: cost of living, crime, schools and rankings
Frisco ranks #141 of the 1,312 US cities we track, #18 of 256 mid-size cities and #2 of 74 in Texas. Against similar-size cities it stands out for low poverty (3.6%, #3 of 256) and high household income ($150,212, #8 of 256), and trails on expensive homes ($642,100, #207 of 256) and high rents ($2,014/mo, #200 of 256).
Frisco by the numbers
The measures people check first, each with Frisco's rank among the tracked cities and the US figure (or the similar-size median where there is no national figure).
What is the cost of living in Frisco?
Frisco's cost of living index is 103.1, 3% above the US level of 100 and #842 of 1,308 cities with data (1 = cheapest). Median rent is $2,014/mo against $1,641/mo in similar-size cities. The typical home is worth $638,512, 2.1 times the typical Texas home ($299,367).
| Measure | Frisco | TexasTX | Similar-size cities | US |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cost of living indexBEA Regional Price Parities, metro area · rank 1 = cheapestSimilar-size 101.8 · US 100 | 103.1#842 of 1,308 | 97.1 | 101.8 | 100 |
| Typical home valueZillow Home Value Index · rank 1 = cheapestSimilar-size $439,863 · US $368,697 | $638,512#972 of 1,187 | $299,367 | $439,863 | $368,697 |
| Typical asking rentZillow Observed Rent Index · rank 1 = cheapestSimilar-size $1,871/mo · US $1,948/mo | $1,874/mo#631 of 1,115 | — | $1,871/mo | $1,948/mo |
| Median home value (Census)Census ACS · rank 1 = cheapestSimilar-size $405,750 | $642,100#1110 of 1,309 | — | $405,750 | — |
| Median rent (Census)Census ACS · rank 1 = cheapestSimilar-size $1,641/mo | $2,014/mo#1102 of 1,309 | — | $1,641/mo | — |
| Home value to incomeCensus ACS · rank 1 = lowestSimilar-size 5x | 4.3x#667 of 1,309 | — | 5x | — |
| Rent as a share of incomeCensus ACS · rank 1 = lowestSimilar-size 23.9% | 16.1%#103 of 1,309 | — | 23.9% | — |
Rank is among the tracked cities with data for that measure. Similar-size cities are the 256 cities of 100,000 to 250,000 we track (median). Texas is the statewide figure. — means our sources have no statewide or national figure for that measure. Zillow figures track homes and rentals on the market now; Census figures are survey medians of all homes and leases, so the two differ.
Frisco housing market · August
Typical home value is a monthly index of homes in the middle third of the market; the Census figures above are survey medians and will differ. Source in the data sources list below. Frisco is in the Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington, TX metro.
Texas housing market →Is Frisco safe?
Frisco recorded 98 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, 70% below the US rate of 328 and 72% below Texas's 345. That ranks #123 of 1,085 cities with data (1 = safest) and #11 of 235 mid-size cities, from a full year of reports to the FBI by Frisco Police Department. Property crime runs 790 per 100,000 (US 1,548).
| Measure | Frisco | TexasTX | Similar-size cities | US |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent crime per 100,000FBI Crime Data Explorer · rank 1 = safestSimilar-size 352 · US 328 | 98#123 of 1,085 | 345 | 352 | 328 |
| Property crime per 100,000FBI Crime Data Explorer · rank 1 = safestSimilar-size 1,730 · US 1,548 | 790#132 of 1,085 | 1,786 | 1,730 | 1,548 |
Rank is among the tracked cities with data for that measure. Similar-size cities are the 256 cities of 100,000 to 250,000 we track (median). Texas is the statewide figure. — means our sources have no statewide or national figure for that measure. City rates come from each police agency's report to the FBI and are not strictly comparable across agencies.
What do people earn in Frisco?
The median household in Frisco earns $150,212, 81% above the US figure of $83,163 and 88% above Texas ($79,721). Unemployment is 3.7% (US 4.3%). 3.6% of residents live below the poverty line. The population grew 0.8% in the latest year (US +0.5%).
| Measure | Frisco | TexasTX | Similar-size cities | US |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Median household incomeCensus ACS · rank 1 = highestSimilar-size $80,112 · US $83,163 | $150,212#43 of 1,312 | $79,721 | $80,112 | $83,163 |
| Unemployment rateBLS LAUS · rank 1 = lowestSimilar-size 4.2% · US 4.3% | 3.7%#342 of 1,058 | 4.2% | 4.2% | 4.3% |
| Poverty rateCensus ACS · rank 1 = lowestSimilar-size 12.6% | 3.6%#32 of 1,312 | — | 12.6% | — |
| Population growth, one yearCensus population estimates · rank 1 = fastestSimilar-size +0.3% · US +0.5% | +0.8%#279 of 1,132 | +1.3% | +0.3% | +0.5% |
Rank is among the tracked cities with data for that measure. Similar-size cities are the 256 cities of 100,000 to 250,000 we track (median). Texas is the statewide figure. — means our sources have no statewide or national figure for that measure.
Who lives in Frisco?
The median resident of Frisco is 38.3 years old, against 36.7 in similar-size cities. 67.5% of adults have a bachelor's degree or more, #68 of 1,312 cities (1 = highest). 65.9% of occupied homes are lived in by their owners; the rest are rented.
| Measure | Frisco | Similar-size cities | US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median ageCensus ACSSimilar-size 36.7 | 38.3 | 36.7 | — |
| Adults with a bachelor's degree or moreCensus ACS · rank 1 = highestSimilar-size 34% | 67.5%#68 of 1,312 | 34% | — |
| Homes lived in by their ownerCensus ACSSimilar-size 56.7% | 65.9% | 56.7% | — |
Rank is among the tracked cities with data for that measure. Similar-size cities are the 256 cities of 100,000 to 250,000 we track (median). — means our sources have no national figure for that measure.
How are Frisco's schools and health?
There is no city graduation rate for Frisco; its public schools have 15.2 students per teacher and spend $10,248 per pupil. 30% of adults are obese and 8.5% have diabetes, against similar-size city medians of 33.3% and 11.5%.
| Measure | Frisco | Similar-size cities | US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students per teacherNCES Common Core of Data · rank 1 = fewestSimilar-size 17.4 | 15.2#498 of 1,188 | 17.4 | — |
| Spending per pupilNCES school finance survey · rank 1 = mostSimilar-size $14,993 | $10,248#1135 of 1,188 | $14,993 | — |
| Adult obesityCDC PLACES · rank 1 = lowestSimilar-size 33.3% | 30%#391 of 1,311 | 33.3% | — |
| Adult diabetesCDC PLACES · rank 1 = lowestSimilar-size 11.5% | 8.5%#145 of 1,311 | 11.5% | — |
| Adults with frequent mental distressCDC PLACES · rank 1 = lowestSimilar-size 17.5% | 13.9%#130 of 1,311 | 17.5% | — |
| Adults without health insuranceCDC PLACES · rank 1 = lowestSimilar-size 11.1% | 8%#372 of 1,311 | 11.1% | — |
Rank is among the tracked cities with data for that measure. Similar-size cities are the 256 cities of 100,000 to 250,000 we track (median). — means our sources have no national figure for that measure. 63,064 students are enrolled in Frisco's public schools.
What are the commute and weather like in Frisco?
The average commute in Frisco is 28.6 minutes (Texas 27.5); 0.1% of workers take transit and 37.8% work from home. On the EPA's walkability index Frisco scores 8 of 20 (below average walkable), #1058 of 1,312 cities (1 = most walkable). Summers average 83.4°F and winters 47.7°F, with 41.9 inches of precipitation a year.
| Measure | Frisco | TexasTX | Similar-size cities | US |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average commuteCensus ACS · rank 1 = shortestSimilar-size 24.6 min | 28.6 min#1033 of 1,312 | 27.5 min | 24.6 min | — |
| Commutes of an hour or moreCensus ACS · rank 1 = fewestSimilar-size 6% | 7.1%#843 of 1,312 | 9.1% | 6% | — |
| Drive alone to workCensus ACSSimilar-size 70.7% | 53.5% | 71.8% | 70.7% | — |
| Take transit to workCensus ACSSimilar-size 1.1% | 0.1% | 1% | 1.1% | — |
| Walk to workCensus ACSSimilar-size 1.6% | 0.9% | 1.6% | 1.6% | — |
| Bike to workCensus ACSSimilar-size 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% | 0.3% | — |
| Work from homeCensus ACSSimilar-size 13.3% | 37.8% | 12.9% | 13.3% | — |
| Walkability index (1 to 20)EPA National Walkability Index · rank 1 = most walkableSimilar-size 11.6 | 8#1058 of 1,312 | — | 11.6 | — |
Rank is among the tracked cities with data for that measure. Similar-size cities are the 256 cities of 100,000 to 250,000 we track (median). Texas is the statewide figure. — means our sources have no statewide or national figure for that measure. The walkability index is the EPA's, averaged over the city's neighborhoods by population.
| Month | Average high (°F) | Average low (°F) | Precipitation (inches) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 55.9 | 35.8 | 2.8 |
| Feb | 60 | 39.5 | 3.4 |
| Mar | 68.6 | 47.5 | 3.6 |
| Apr | 75.4 | 54.8 | 3.5 |
| May | 82.6 | 63.6 | 5.2 |
| Jun | 90 | 71.2 | 3.8 |
| Jul | 94.3 | 75.3 | 2.2 |
| Aug | 94.8 | 74.5 | 2.5 |
| Sep | 87.3 | 67.1 | 3.3 |
| Oct | 77.5 | 56.1 | 5.3 |
| Nov | 66.1 | 45.6 | 3 |
| Dec | 57.3 | 38 | 3.4 |
Top: average low to average high, °F. Bottom: precipitation, inches. NOAA 30-year climate normals at Richardson.
| Measure | Frisco | Similar-size cities | US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average temperatureNOAA climate normalsSimilar-size 62.1°F | 65.8°F | 62.1°F | — |
| Summer average (Jun–Aug)NOAA climate normalsSimilar-size 76.9°F | 83.4°F | 76.9°F | — |
| Winter average (Dec–Feb)NOAA climate normalsSimilar-size 47.7°F | 47.7°F | 47.7°F | — |
| Precipitation a yearNOAA climate normalsSimilar-size 36.8 in | 41.9 in | 36.8 in | — |
Rank is among the tracked cities with data for that measure. Similar-size cities are the 256 cities of 100,000 to 250,000 we track (median). — means our sources have no national figure for that measure. NOAA 30-year climate normals at Richardson.
What are the air quality and natural hazard risks in Frisco?
Collin County's air had a median air quality index of 40, and 76% of measured days were rated good; 23 days were unhealthy for sensitive groups or worse, mostly from ozone. Relative to other US counties, FEMA's National Risk Index puts Collin County's biggest natural hazard losses in hail, tornado, and inland flooding, with expected yearly losses of 0.15% of building value, higher than 51% of US counties.
| Measure | Frisco | Similar-size cities | US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median air quality index (county)EPA Air Quality System · rank 1 = cleanestSimilar-size 46 | 40#354 of 1,138 | 46 | — |
| Unhealthy air days a year (county)EPA Air Quality System · rank 1 = fewestSimilar-size 4 | 23#982 of 1,138 | 4 | — |
| Yearly hazard losses, share of building value (county)FEMA National Risk Index · rank 1 = lowestSimilar-size 0.16% | 0.15%#681 of 1,312 | 0.16% | — |
Rank is among the tracked cities with data for that measure. Similar-size cities are the 256 cities of 100,000 to 250,000 we track (median). — means our sources have no national figure for that measure. County figures for Collin County: the EPA measures air at monitors and FEMA estimates hazard losses by county, not by city.
Natural hazard losses, Collin County
| Hazard | Yearly loss | Higher than |
|---|---|---|
| Hail | 0.047% | 99% of counties |
| Tornado | 0.012% | 61% of counties |
| Inland flooding | 0.074% | 41% of counties |
| Earthquake | 0.0011% | 30% of counties |
FEMA National Risk Index: expected yearly building losses from each hazard as a share of the county's building value, compared with every US county exposed to that hazard. Loss rates, unlike FEMA's risk ratings, do not rise just because a county has more property.
How does Frisco compare with similar-size cities?
Frisco is one of 256 cities of 100,000 to 250,000 we track and ranks #18 of them on overall score. The table sets it beside the 8 cities in other states closest to its population of 219,304.
| City | Rank | Score | Income | Rent | Violent crime | Commute |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Frisco, TXPop. 219,304 | #141 | 66.6 | $150,212 | $2,014/mo | 98 | 28.6 min |
| Huntsville, ALPop. 222,791 | #589 | 56.8 | $74,714 | $1,171/mo | 399 | 19.7 min |
| Baton Rouge, LAPop. 222,771 | #1234 | 43.3 | $49,994 | $1,067/mo | part year | 21 min |
| Tacoma, WAPop. 222,758 | #1110 | 47.7 | $85,884 | $1,676/mo | 866 | 28.8 min |
| Modesto, CAPop. 219,215 | #1136 | 47.1 | $79,891 | $1,690/mo | 587 | 30.2 min |
| Spring Valley, NVPop. 219,187 | #959 | 50.7 | $74,511 | $1,743/mo | no data | 22.5 min |
| Cape Coral, FLPop. 215,536 | #967 | 50.6 | $78,104 | $1,858/mo | part year | 29.9 min |
| Des Moines, IAPop. 212,421 | #879 | 52.0 | $65,932 | $1,090/mo | 642 | 19.5 min |
| Fayetteville, NCPop. 210,815 | #1144 | 46.8 | $58,407 | $1,250/mo | 614 | 19.1 min |
Rank is overall rank of 1,312. Income is median household income; rent is Census median rent; violent crime is per 100,000 residents as reported to the FBI ("no data" and "incomplete" are explained on each city's page).
How does Frisco compare with the rest of Texas?
Frisco ranks #2 of the 74 Texas cities we track, with a score of 66.6 against Texas's statewide 52.2. Its households earn 88% above the Texas median. Violent crime is 72% below the statewide rate. Homes are 2.1 times the typical Texas home.
| City | Rank in TX | Score | Income | Rent | Violent crime |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Flower Mound, TXPop. 78,389 | #1 | 67.4 | $161,235 | $2,231/mo | 42 |
| Frisco, TXPop. 219,304 | #2 | 66.6 | $150,212 | $2,014/mo | 98 |
| Cedar Park, TXPop. 78,301 | #3 | 66.3 | $129,545 | $1,846/mo | 91 |
| McKinney, TXPop. 210,600 | #4 | 65.3 | $124,215 | $1,901/mo | 115 |
| Leander, TXPop. 74,067 | #5 | 65.2 | $139,048 | $1,939/mo | part year |
| Round Rock, TXPop. 127,786 | #6 | 64.9 | $99,287 | $1,763/mo | 125 |
| The Woodlands, TXPop. 121,002 | #7 | 63.6 | $140,701 | $1,822/mo | no data |
| Georgetown, TXPop. 85,999 | #8 | 63.4 | $95,062 | $1,795/mo | 149 |
| Mansfield, TXPop. 77,510 | #9 | 63.4 | $121,126 | $1,954/mo | 106 |
| Allen, TXPop. 110,265 | #10 | 63.3 | $130,901 | $1,932/mo | 79 |
The top 10 of the 74 and the cities ranked either side of Frisco among the Texas cities we track, by overall score. Texas statewide: median income $79,721, violent crime 344.9 per 100,000.
How is Frisco's score calculated?
Frisco scores 66.6 out of 100, #141 of 1,312 (grade A, which follows rank). It is scored on the 10 of 11 categories with local data; outdoor access is left out rather than filled with Texas's statewide figure, and the other weights are scaled up to fill the gap. Each score is compared with the median of similar-size cities, which are scored the same way.
- EconomyCity data · 16% of score
Median household income and unemployment in Frisco. Similar-size median 52.9.
87.1 - SafetyCity data · 13% of score
Violent and property crime per 100,000 residents, as reported to the FBI by Frisco's police agency. Similar-size median 70.6.
94.9 - HealthCity data · 13% of score
Adult obesity, diabetes and frequent mental distress in Frisco. Similar-size median 53.8.
71.9 - EducationCity data, some inputs missing · 13% of score
Graduation rate, students per teacher and spending per pupil in Frisco's public schools. One input is missing, so the score uses the others. Similar-size median 52.1.
39.3 - AffordabilityCity data · 11% of score
Frisco's home values and rents and its metro area's price level. Similar-size median 59.1.
44.4 - Household financesCity data · 9% of score
Median household income and poverty rate in Frisco. Similar-size median 51.2.
98.9 - GrowthCity data · 7% of score
Population growth and unemployment in Frisco. Similar-size median 42.1.
50.2 - TransportationCity data · 7% of score
Commute time, long commutes, driving alone, transit, walking, cycling and working from home in Frisco. Similar-size median 50.1.
60.2 - WalkabilityCity data · 7% of score
The EPA's walkability index across Frisco's neighborhoods. Similar-size median 56.1.
36.8 - EnvironmentCounty data · 4% of score
Air quality and natural hazard losses in the county. Similar-size median 45.9.
54.6 - Outdoor accessNot scored
No city-level park or public land measure exists, so outdoor access is not scored for cities.
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Bar: Frisco's category score out of 100. Tick: median of the 256 cities of 100,000 to 250,000 we track. Shares of score are the category weights rescaled over the categories Frisco has data for. City scores use city formulas and are not on the same scale as state scores. Grades follow rank among the 1,312 cities. Methodology
Frequently asked questions about living in Frisco
Is Frisco, TX a good place to live?
Frisco ranks #141 of the 1,312 US cities we track, #18 of 256 mid-size cities and #2 of 74 in Texas. Against similar-size cities it stands out for low poverty (3.6%, #3 of 256) and high household income ($150,212, #8 of 256), and trails on expensive homes ($642,100, #207 of 256) and high rents ($2,014/mo, #200 of 256).
What is the cost of living in Frisco?
Frisco's cost of living index is 103.1, 3% above the US level of 100 and #842 of 1,308 cities with data (1 = cheapest). Median rent is $2,014/mo against $1,641/mo in similar-size cities. The typical home is worth $638,512, 2.1 times the typical Texas home ($299,367).
What is the crime rate in Frisco?
Frisco recorded 98 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, 70% below the US rate of 328 and 72% below Texas's 345. That ranks #123 of 1,085 cities with data (1 = safest) and #11 of 235 mid-size cities, from a full year of reports to the FBI by Frisco Police Department. Property crime runs 790 per 100,000 (US 1,548).
What is the median household income in Frisco?
The median household in Frisco earns $150,212, 81% above the US figure of $83,163 and 88% above Texas ($79,721). Unemployment is 3.7% (US 4.3%). 3.6% of residents live below the poverty line. The population grew 0.8% in the latest year (US +0.5%).
How much is rent in Frisco?
Median rent in Frisco is $2,014/mo (Census), #1102 of 1,309 cities with data (1 = cheapest). The typical asking rent for a unit on the market now is $1,874/mo, against $1,948/mo nationally. Median rent takes 16.1% of the median household's income.
How much does a house cost in Frisco?
The typical home value in Frisco is $638,512, down 4.1% in a year, against $299,367 for Texas and $368,697 nationally. The Census median value of owner-occupied homes is $642,100.
How are the public schools in Frisco?
There is no city graduation rate for Frisco; its public schools have 15.2 students per teacher and spend $10,248 per pupil.
How long is the commute in Frisco?
The average commute is 28.6 minutes, #1033 of 1,312 cities (1 = shortest), against 27.5 minutes across Texas. 7.1% of workers spend an hour or more getting to work.
What is the weather like in Frisco?
Frisco averages 65.8°F over the year, 83.4°F in summer and 47.7°F in winter, with 41.9 inches of precipitation. Figures are NOAA climate normals.
Is Frisco walkable?
Frisco scores 8 out of 20 on the EPA's National Walkability Index (below average walkable), #1058 of 1,312 cities (1 = most walkable). The index weighs street intersection density, distance to transit and the mix of homes and jobs in each neighborhood.
What natural disasters is Frisco at risk for?
Relative to other US counties, FEMA's National Risk Index puts Collin County's biggest natural hazard losses in hail, tornado, and inland flooding, with expected yearly losses of 0.15% of building value, higher than 51% of US counties.
How is the air quality in Frisco?
Collin County's air had a median air quality index of 40, and 76% of measured days were rated good; 23 days were unhealthy for sensitive groups or worse, mostly from ozone.
Who lives in Frisco?
Frisco has 219,304 residents. The median resident of Frisco is 38.3 years old, against 36.7 in similar-size cities. 67.5% of adults have a bachelor's degree or more, #68 of 1,312 cities (1 = highest). 65.9% of occupied homes are lived in by their owners; the rest are rented.
How does Frisco compare with the rest of Texas?
Frisco ranks #2 of the 74 Texas cities we track, with a score of 66.6 against Texas's statewide 52.2. Its households earn 88% above the Texas median. Violent crime is 72% below the statewide rate. Homes are 2.1 times the typical Texas home.
What cities are similar in size to Frisco?
The tracked cities in other states closest to Frisco's population of 219,304 are Huntsville, AL (#589 overall), Baton Rouge, LA (#1234 overall), Tacoma, WA (#1110 overall), Modesto, CA (#1136 overall), and Spring Valley, NV (#959 overall). Frisco is #141.