In the sprawling metro of DFW, there are more than 200 cities and towns to live in, explore, and enjoy, each with its own set of attractions, eateries, and reasons that make the city unique in its own way.
North and slightly west of Dallas sits the amazing town of Carrollton, which offers its residents a relatively affordable cost of living, some major growth potential, and somethings you can only find in Carrollton.
So, whether you’re new to the area or are looking to relocate, here are five things to know about Carrollton.
1. Carrollton is poised for growth
The city of Carrollton is happy to report continued economic growth, crediting its strategic location, transportation links, quality of life and workforce as well as more. In 2019, the city’s economy grew by 3 percent and saw expansion in all sectors, especially in the industrial sector.
According to the city’s report, the city grew by nearly 137,000 people and its assessed value is more than $14 billion last year, with more than 15,000 businesses calling the city home.
2. Carrollton weather is not warm, it’s hot
If you’re moving to Carrollton, you should be prepared for warmer weather, and by warmer, we mean hot. Winters are relatively nice, with average highs in the mid-to-upper 50s, but summertime heat will regular reach above 90 degrees. So, be prepared for that.
3. Carrollton is a city fit for Fido
Despite the heat, you should know that Carrollton is a city fit for the whole family—including your dog. For starters, Carrollton has a long list of dog-friendly restaurants that are also highly rated, from grabbing chicken tenders and mac-n-cheese at the Truck Yard to enjoying some Tex-Mex on EL Rincon Mexican Kitchen & Tequila Bar’s dog friendly patio.
Carrollton loves our four-legged friends so much, it even hosts the Run for Rover, a special 5K for your and your pooch to run together, with proceeds benefiting the Carrollton Animal Services & Adoption Center.
4. Carrollton has its own distinct neighborhoods
As with any city, Carrollton has its own unique communities within its borders. For example, City Center is a great place if you’re looking for a relatively affordable medium-sized apartment, meanwhile you can find a house in the N Josey Lane and Rosemeade Parkway area. The prices may be higher, but you’ll also enjoy a less dense part of town.
5. The cost of living in Carrollton
We started this list off by mentioning the relatively affordable cost of living in Carrollton. BestPlaces.net offers a cost of living index where 100 reflects the national average, and according to its recent reporting, you’ll find significant savings in areas such as transportation, utilities, and other miscellaneous costs. One thing that is higher than average both for the state of Texas and the United States as a whole, however, is the cost of housing.
Typically speaking, the median home cost in Carrollton is about $285,800, more than $90,000 more than the Texas median home cost and more than $50,000 the nation’s average. Similar higher housing costs are also seen in the rent for apartments as well. Thankfully, we can help with this last bit.
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