Frisco

About Frisco

Frisco is a booming city in northeastern Texas, located about 30 miles north of Dallas. Frisco experienced explosive growth in the 2000s as suburban sprawl from the Dallas metropolitan area expanded past Plano and evolved into a thriving bedroom community.

In 1904, pioneers established the settlement that eventually became Frisco City, named after the St. Louis-San Francisco Railway that ran through it. The settlement was centered around the local train stop, which provided a convenient way to transport people and goods through the area. Between 1990 and 2010, Frisco grew at an incredible rate, rocketing from a population of 6,000 to more than 115,000.

Living in Frisco

Frisco has been named one of the best places to live in the U.S. by several national publications and media outlets, including CNN and Forbes magazine. It is among the fastest-growing cities in the country and has attracted many new people with its plentiful amenities, convenient location and family-friendly community.

One of the highlights of the city is Frisco Square, a newer development in the city that now functions as the downtown district. There, you can find plenty of urban-style housing options as well as commercial and business developments. Frisco is also a major hub for sports, serving as the headquarters for the Dallas Cowboys NFL team and hosting several major sports venues. The Frisco Athletic Center is another popular spot for locals, offering fitness classes, a weight room and an aquatic center. If you have children, the nearby Discovery Center is an ideal place to spend time, with its hands-on activities and educational experiences.

Working in Frisco

Part of Frisco's impressive growth has been due to its thriving economy and status as a bedroom community of Dallas. Whether you choose to work in Frisco or commute to Dallas, you'll find a range of job options to choose from. Several major, international employers are close by, including Frito-Lay, Dr. Pepper Snapple Group and J.C. Penney. The top employers in Frisco include Frisco Independent School District, T-Mobile, the city of Frisco and Amerisource Bergen Specialty Group. There are also a number of retail developments throughout the city, offering a range of sales and customer service positions.

Frisco Schools

Frisco Independent School District is responsible for the schools of Frisco, many of which are very highly rated. The city also operates an early childhood center and a career and technical education center for high school students. You can also find several private schools in the area, as well as a number of small college and university campuses.

Resources for Moving to Frisco

As you prepare for your move to Frisco, the following information will be helpful:

• Utilities: Like most Texas cities, Frisco operates under a deregulated energy system, which means you'll be able to choose your energy provider. Other major utilities are provided by TXU Energy, CoServe Electric and the city of Frisco.
• Garbage and Recycling: Weekly trash collection is offered to most single-family homes in Frisco.
  
• Transportation: The Denton County Transportation Authority provides paratransit services in Frisco.

Frisco Housing

The housing market in Frisco is strong and keeping pace with the city's growth. Many areas of the city, including Phillips Creek Ranch, Crown Ridge, Kingswood Village and Richwoods, have seen extensive new construction. You can expect the average home price in Frisco to be considerably higher than the national average. This has a lot to do with the high demand for housing in the growing city.