Frisco

Frisco, Texas Overview

Frisco ranks #1 of 20 cities in Texas, earning a A+ grade with a composite score of 65.1/100. The city stands out in Fiscal Health (95/100) and Safety (91/100), placing it among the state’s strongest performers across the metrics we track.

Income & Employment in Frisco

Frisco’s median household income of $141,129 is 93% above the Texas median of $73,035, and its 3.7% unemployment rate undercuts the state’s 4.2%. That economic strength is drawing residents — the population grew 3.6% recently.

Safety in Frisco

Frisco’s violent crime rate of 91 per 100,000 is well below both the Texas rate of 401 and national norms, making safety one of the city’s defining features. The property crime rate is 1367.5 per 100,000.

Cost of Living in Frisco

Frisco has a cost of living index of 103.3 (where 100 equals the national average), slightly above the national benchmark. The median home value is $595,400. Median monthly rent is $1,902. Renters spend 16.2% of income on rent, well within the 30% affordability guideline.

Health & Wellness in Frisco

The adult obesity rate in Frisco is 30% (CDC PLACES). The diabetes prevalence rate is 8.5%. Residents average 13.9 poor mental health days per month. Texas ranks #41 nationally for overall health.

Education & Schools in Frisco

The student-teacher ratio is 15.1:1. Per-pupil spending is $10,259. The city has 67 public schools serving 63,680 students. School data is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data and EDFacts.

Climate & Commute in Frisco

Frisco enjoys a moderate climate with an annual average of 66.2°F. Summers average 83.8°F. Winters average 50.3°F. Annual precipitation is 50.5 inches. 29.5% of workers in Frisco work from home, well above the national average.

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