Dallas, Texas
Big D - business and culture collide
U.S. News (2025)
#35 Best Places to Live
Forbes (2024)
#6 Best Cities for Jobs
WhereAtHome Score
70.1
C-out of 100
Overview
Dallas anchors one of America's fastest-growing metropolitan areas, offering corporate headquarters, arts institutions, and no state income tax. The city's diverse economy spans finance, technology, healthcare, and defense. While sprawling, revitalized neighborhoods like Deep Ellum and Bishop Arts add urban character.
Key Highlights
- Major corporate headquarters (AT&T, Texas Instruments)
- No state income tax
- World-class arts district
- Deep Ellum and Bishop Arts neighborhoods
- DFW Airport - major American hub
- Strong sports culture (Cowboys, Mavericks, Rangers)
Key Metrics
2024 Presidential Election
Dallas County (county-level results)
Source: County-level results from MIT Election Data + Science Lab. Learn more
Climate
Summer High
96°F
Winter Low
35°F
Annual Rainfall
37"
Sunny Days
234
Amenities & Infrastructure
382+ Parks
Green spaces and recreation
20 Major Hospitals
Healthcare access
6 Universities
Higher education institutions
Public Transit Available
Bus, rail, or metro service
Major Employers
Score Breakdown
6 of 6 score factors available. Missing factors are excluded and available weights are rescaled.
Median home value relative to national average (Weight: 20%)
How affordable housing is relative to local incomes (Weight: 20%)
Average commute time compared to national average (Weight: 15%)
Overall crime levels based on FBI crime statistics (Weight: 20%)
Walk Score — ease of daily errands on foot (Weight: 15%)
Median income relative to national average, adjusted for cost of living (Weight: 10%)
Location
Compare with another city
Start ComparisonLast Updated: 2026-07-01
Data sourced from U.S. Census Bureau, Zillow, FBI Crime Data Explorer, Walk Score, and Niche.
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