Plano

Plano, Texas Overview

Plano ranks #3 of 20 cities in Texas, earning a B grade with a composite score of 56.0/100. The city stands out in Safety (84/100) and Fiscal Health (74/100), placing it among the state’s strongest performers across the metrics we track.

Income & Employment in Plano

Plano’s median household income of $108,594 is 49% above the Texas median of $73,035, and its 3.8% unemployment rate undercuts the state’s 4.2%.

Safety in Plano

At 162.5 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, Plano sits meaningfully below the Texas average of 401 — a 147% lower gap. The property crime rate is 1669.7 per 100,000.

Cost of Living in Plano

Plano 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 $440,600. Median monthly rent is $1,792. Renters spend 19.8% of income on rent, well within the 30% affordability guideline.

Health & Wellness in Plano

The adult obesity rate in Plano is 31.2% (CDC PLACES). The diabetes prevalence rate is 9.9%. Residents average 14 poor mental health days per month. Texas ranks #41 nationally for overall health.

Education & Schools in Plano

The student-teacher ratio is 14.7:1. Per-pupil spending is $11,283. The city has 66 public schools serving 45,418 students. School data is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data and EDFacts.

Climate & Commute in Plano

Plano 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 50.4 inches. 22.3% of workers in Plano work from home, well above the national average.

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