McKinney
McKinney offers it’s residents the chance to have it both ways: small town charm combined with big city attractions. For those who are looking for a day of shopping in the historic downtown district and then home to their big (read HUGE) back yard and have a cookout with the neighborhood, McKinney ticks all your boxes.
There are quirky colorful houses bursting with charm and sleek, modern new builds with some elbow room available in this city with heart. Home to one of the most family-friendly Oktoberfests in DFW, you’ll quickly find yourself spending more than a few days for differing events in downtown. Or at Tupps Brewery. Or at Bonnie Wenk dog park. And you’ll be meeting neighbors and making friends every step along the way.
208,960
Population
$562,500
Median House Value
$93,354
Median Income
What's There
Colorful historic homes bursting with charm & friendly neighbors.
The Vibe
The quirkiness of Austin mixed with the Texas pride of Friday Night Lights.
Not-So-Guilty-Pleasure
Taking a long walk in the historic downtown after eating at Patina Green.
What's Not There
High rises, the hottest, swankiest brand new spot to valet the Lambo.
School Info
Graduation Rate: 97.9%
Accountability Rating: B
Parks & Play
Parks: 40
Dog Parks: 2
Things To Do
McKinney is located in Collin County, 32 miles north of Dallas along U.S. Route 75. Living in McKinney TX places you approximately 15 miles east and slightly north of downtown Frisco, and 14 miles north and slightly east of downtown Plano. The commute to either of these neighboring cities takes approximately 20-30 minutes. McKinney was voted the #1 place to live in 2014 by Money magazine, and life in this quaint city has only gotten better since then.
Historic Downtown McKinney
When one thinks of living in McKinney TX, the Historic Downtown is usually the first thing that comes to mind. Downtown McKinney holds year-round events and festivals that bring hundreds and even thousands of people together around McKinney square. Blocks away at historic Chestnut Square, McKinney holds the best Farmer’s Market north of Dallas every Saturday morning from late April through mid-November.
Nature in McKinney TX
McKinney’s motto is “Unique by Nature”, and living in McKinney TX gives you ample access to the outdoors. Below are a list of some of McKinney’s best open spaces:
- 108-acre Town Lake Recreation Area with paddleboat and a fishing pier
- Heard Natural Science Museum and Wildlife Sanctuary
- 212-acre Erwin Park with camping and campfire sites
- Bonnie Wenk Park with a state-of-the-art dog park: video
McKinney ISD
McKinney ISD serves just under 25,000 students, most of whom are living in McKinney TX and some who live in neighboring townships. Out of 985 school districts in Texas, McKinney ISD ranked 30th in scholastic and extra-curricular excellence. Approximately two-thirds of the city’s students attend high school in McKinney ISD, while the other third attend high schools run by Frisco, Prosper, Allen, Melissa, and Lovejoy ISDs.
There are currently 20 elementary schools, five middle schools, three high schools, and two alternative campuses and one early childhood education. Imagine International Academy of North Texas is a K-12 tuition-free, public charter school in McKinney that attracts a high percentage of gifted and talented students.
McKinney TX Demographics
McKinney has a population of over 170,000, and it is growing. As of 2016, McKinney was the 3rd fastest growing city in the U.S., ranking just behind the bordering city of Frisco. People living in McKinney TX have a median age of just under 36 and a per capita income of $35,949.
McKinney TX Real Estate
As of may 2018, the median price of homes listed in McKinney is $384,990, compared to a median price of $309,900 for homes sold. Zillow data analytics predict that homeowners living in McKinney TX will see an average appreciation of 5.6% in the next 12 months, on top of the 6.4% increase already realized in last year.
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