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Farmers Branch

Data updated

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Each dot is one of the 84 cities we score — brighter means a higher score. Boundaries, highways and lakes: US Census TIGER.

Prosperity 68 · 26% of scoreSchools 79 · 18% of scoreSafety 61 · 18% of scoreLifestyle 83 · 12% of scoreMarket 81 · 8% of scoreAffordability 79 · 6% of scoreCommute 73 · 6% of scoreGrowth 61 · 6% of score
72BGood
Realust Score
72 from eight categories
Momentum 55 · Stable +1 since 2020
+1.3%Home prices, 1 yr
+15.8%Home prices, 5 yr
  • Prosperity68
  • Schools79
  • Safety61
  • Lifestyle83
  • Market81
  • Affordability79
  • Commute73
  • Growth61

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Farmers Branch

Realust Score
72
↗ +1.3% 1-year
↗ +15.8% 5-year
'20'21'22'23'24'25
Stable • 55% velocity

💡 Market Insights

⏱️
Balanced Market
Homes take about 57 days to sell — typical for the area.
💰
Buyer Leverage
Homes selling at 94.2% of asking — strong negotiation opportunity.
👥
Healthy Buyer Activity
26% of homes are under contract.
📊
Steady Growth
Home values increased 16% over 5 years.

Home Prices

$231Per Sq Ft
$350,000Starter Home
$376,941Median Price
$689,900Premium Home

Market Trends

🏠 Home Prices
↑ +1.3%
1-Year Change
+15.8%
5-Year Change
🏢 Rent Prices
↓ -0.3%
1-Year Change
+18.1%
5-Year Change
📊 Home values are growing steadily while rents are declining. (Source: Redfin, Zillow)

Market Health

129Active Listings
57Median Days on Market
25.9%Under Contract
12.4%Price Reduced
94.2%Sale-to-List Ratio
🏷️ Buyer's market: about 7.6 months of homes for sale, so there's more room to negotiate.

Market Insights

$302/moCheaper to Rent
7.6 moBuyer's market
5.7%Rental Yield
4.1xIncome to Buy
+3%vs Region Avg
🏠 Remote Work Fit 82
Excellent for remote workers
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Family Fit 38
Fair for families
💼 Investment 97
Strong potential

Typical Home

2,045Sq Ft
3.4Beds
2.8Baths
119,340Lot Sq Ft
1984Year Built
1.9-carGarage

Property Mix

Single Family53.3%
Townhome9.5%
Condo16.2%

Common Features

Pool11.4%
Garage80%
Single Story43.8%
Fireplace48.6%
Central Air62.9%
Waterfront2.9%

Costs & Ownership

$2,088Est. Monthly Payment
$1,786Median Rent
$325/moAvg HOA Fee
28.6%Have HOA

Investment Indicators

1.8%Rental VacancyLow (Good)
0/10Low Risk
28.6%New Construction
$133,531Per Bedroom
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Urban Suburban Mix
Best For: Young Professionals Suburban-Urban Hybrid Seekers Small-Lot Homeowners ★ Remote Workers

Lifestyle Scores

Family Friendly7.3
Outdoor Activities6
Nightlife8.7
Health & Fitness7.3
Diversity8
Weather6.7

Nearby Amenities (within 5 miles)

60+Restaurants
60+Parks
60+Gyms
40Grocery
60+Coffee
60+Bars
6Theaters
60+Daycares
57Hospitals
60+Pharmacies
60+Dentists
10Libraries
60+Dog Parks
7Museums

Getting Around

Averaged across Farmers Branch, weighted by where people live. #7 of 84 cities. Its most walkable areas reach 68, and 43% of residents live somewhere walkable (50+).

Walk Score citywide41
Bike Score citywide51
Transit Score citywide28

Farmers Branch has no historic downtown strip. The closest thing is the area around the DART Farmers Branch station, near Valley View Lane and Bee Street, where The Shops at Mustang Station (2500 Pepperwood St.) and nearby Bee Street storefronts hold several chef-run restaurants.

21 minDrive to downtown Dallas, off-peak41
24 minDrive to DFW Airport, off-peak41
104 acresJohn F. Burke Nature Preserve on the Elm Fork of the Trinity1,2
27 acresFarmers Branch Historical Park, with buildings from 1840-19404
B (81)Carrollton-Farmers Branch ISD 2026 state rating30
1DART Green Line rail station in town (opened 2010)24

Day-to-day Farmers Branch2,12,13,14,15,16,18,19,21,22,23,27,28,29,31,33

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  1. 1Roots Southern Table
  2. 2Bankhead Brewing Co.
  3. 3Señor Oink
  4. 4Cattleack Barbeque
  5. 5Walmart Neighborhood Market
  6. 6Kroger Addison Town Center
  7. 7CVS Pharmacy
  8. 8Walgreens
  9. 9Farmers Branch Historical Park
  10. 10The Grove
  11. 11Rawhide Park
  12. 12Farmers Branch Park
  13. 13Gussie Field Watterworth Park & Rose Gardens
  14. 14Don Showman Park & Aquatics Center
  15. 15Barney Wood Bark Park
  16. 16Joya at Oran Good Park
  17. 17Temple Trails Park
  18. 18Montgomery Park
  19. 19Farmers Branch Elementary
  20. 20Stark Elementary
  21. 21Vivian Field Middle School
  22. 22Chapel Hill Preparatory (Dallas ISD)
  23. 23City Hall
  24. 24Manske Library
  25. 25Community Recreation Center
  26. 26Police Department
  27. 27Fire Station 1
  28. 28Fire Department (address of record)
Food & coffeeShopsHealth careParksSchoolsCity servicesLocations are approximate.

30 places. Businesses limited to those with 2025-26 evidence. Off the map (farther out): Medical City Dallas, John F. Burke Nature Preserve.

Farmers Branch's year, month by month3,5,6,7,9

MonthEventWhere
MarchGateway to the Globe multicultural celebrationHistorical Park
JulyIndependence Day Celebration + fireworks (July 3, 2026)Not listed
OctoberFall Fest & Spooky Dash 5K (new format in 2026)Historical Park
NovemberVeterans Day CelebrationNot listed
Holiday seasonChristmas in the Branch (Santa events, teas, carnival)Various
Holiday seasonSkating Under the Stars outdoor rinkChildren's Health StarCenter
Date not postedArbor Day tree planting and giveaway; Craft Fair; Fishin' FunTempleton Trails Park / City Hall; others not listed

Recurring city events from the city's Special Events page. Dates confirmed for July 2026, October 2026 and March 2025 only; check the city calendar for 2027.

Drive times from Farmers Branch41

  • Galleria Dallas5.5 mi12 min
  • Las Colinas Urban Center7.4 mi13 min
  • Dallas Medical District10.6 mi17 min
  • Dallas Love Field11.0 mi20 min
  • Downtown Dallas14.3 mi21 min
  • Legacy (Plano)13.2 mi21 min
  • DFW Airport13.0 mi24 min

Realust calculation with the OSRM open routing engine from near City Hall. Free-flow times; weekday rush hour adds time.

What's in town vs. nearby2,13,16,18,19,20,21,22,23,24

NeedIn Farmers BranchNearest outside town
Full groceryWalmart Neighborhood Market, 13100 Josey Ln.Kroger, 3770 Belt Line Rd., Addison; Kroger, 4038 Old Denton Rd., Carrollton
PharmacyCVS (2702 Valwood Pkwy); Walgreens (13260 Josey Ln.); Walmart drive-thru-
Hospital / ERNone confirmedMedical City Dallas, 7777 Forest Ln.
LibraryManske Library, 13613 Webb Chapel Rd.-
Rail transitDART Green Line, Farmers Branch station-
Sit-down diningRoots Southern Table, Bankhead Brewing, Señor Oink (Bee St.)-
BarbecueCattleack Barbeque, 13628 Gamma Rd. (limited days)-
Pool / rec centerAquatics Center and Community Recreation Center, Heartside Pl.-
CollegeDallas College Brookhaven-

Distances to out-of-town stores were not calculated.

Read the full local life guide

No old main street, but a dining cluster by the rail station

Farmers Branch has no historic downtown strip. The closest thing is the area around the DART Farmers Branch station, near Valley View Lane and Bee Street, where The Shops at Mustang Station (2500 Pepperwood St.) and nearby Bee Street storefronts hold several chef-run restaurants. The station sits on the Green Line, near the northeast corner of I-635 and I-35E, and opened in December 2010.

Roots Southern Table, chef Tiffany Derry's restaurant, is at 13050 Bee St. and lists dinner hours Tuesday through Sunday. Bankhead Brewing Co. is next door at 13090 Bee St. Señor Oink, a pork-focused taqueria, finished a $350,000 build-out at 12990 Bee St., Suite 120, in early 2025. A local food writer named all three in an August 2025 roundup. Elsewhere in town, Cattleack Barbeque (13628 Gamma Rd.) sells barbecue Wednesday through Friday and on the first Saturday of the month, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

The Grove, at 12700 Denton Dr., is the city's outdoor gathering space beside the rail station. It has a covered stage and rose gardens and has hosted the city's holiday markets.

Events center on Historical Park and the holidays

The city's recurring events are Gateway to the Globe (a multicultural festival held at Historical Park on March 29, 2025), an Arbor Day tree planting and giveaway, an Independence Day celebration with fireworks (July 3 in 2026), a fall festival, a Veterans Day celebration, a craft fair, a Fishin' Fun day, and Christmas in the Branch.

In 2026 the city folded its Halloween in the Park and Haunts & Houses events into a single Fall Fest at Historical Park (2540 Farmers Branch Ln.), with a new Spooky Dash 5K and one-mile fun run. Entry is free for residents and $5 for non-residents. Christmas in the Branch runs several weeks and includes Santa visits, holiday teas, a carnival and Skating Under the Stars, an outdoor rink run with the Dallas Stars at the Children's Health StarCenter.

Parks, a nature preserve and the Trinity

The city calls itself "The City in a Park" and says it has more than 30 parks. The biggest is the 104-acre John F. Burke Nature Preserve at 1111 Valley View Ln., with upland forest, wetlands, a pond boardwalk and access to the Elm Fork of the Trinity River. A $1.4 million first phase, finished in 2023, added a trail from Valley View Lane, a loop around the pond boardwalk and a river overlook. The Trinity River Paddle Trail, a National Recreation Trail, runs alongside the preserve.

Historical Park covers 27 acres and holds more than a dozen historic buildings. The Heartside Place campus groups Don Showman Park (10 acres), the indoor Margaret Young Natatorium and Frog Pond water park, the 60,000 sq ft Community Recreation Center, a skate park and the 1.44-acre Barney Wood Bark Park. Rawhide Park (20 acres) has three jogging loops and a rose garden. Gussie Field Watterworth Park (12 acres) holds the Farmers Branch Rose Gardens.

Off-peak, Grapevine Lake is roughly 21 minutes away, Lewisville Lake's dam area about 25 minutes and White Rock Lake about 30 minutes.

Errands

The full-service grocery we confirmed in town is the Walmart Neighborhood Market at 13100 Josey Ln., open 6 a.m. to 11 p.m. with a drive-thru pharmacy. Kroger lists no Farmers Branch store; its listed stores in neighboring cities include Addison (3770 Belt Line Rd.) and Carrollton (4038 Old Denton Rd.). Chain pharmacies in town include CVS at 2702 Valwood Pkwy. and Walgreens at 13260 Josey Ln.

Farmers Branch has no hospital of its own that we could confirm. The closest major hospital we confirmed is Medical City Dallas, an 876-bed hospital at 7777 Forest Ln. in Dallas. Manske Library, at 13613 Webb Chapel Rd., has a makerspace with a 3D printer and laser cutter, ESL classes and meeting rooms. City Hall is at 13000 William Dodson Pkwy.

Schools: two districts

Most of the city is in Carrollton-Farmers Branch ISD, which earned a B (81) in the 2026 state ratings. Campuses in town include Farmers Branch Elementary (PK-5, 13521 Tom Field Rd.), Stark Elementary (PK-5, 12400 Josey Ln.), Blair Elementary, and Vivian Field Middle School (6-8, 13551 Dennis Ln.), which rated B (86). Most CFBISD addresses in the city go to R.L. Turner High School in Carrollton (B in 2026). Homes south of I-635 and west of I-35E are zoned to La Villita Elementary, Barbara Bush Middle School and Ranchview High School (B). None of the four campuses CFBISD closed in 2025 was in Farmers Branch.

A smaller part of the city is in Dallas ISD, served by Chapel Hill Preparatory (PK-5, 12701 Templeton Trail), Gooch Elementary, Marsh Middle School and W.T. White High School. Attendance zones vary by address, so check the district locator for a specific home.

Getting around and public safety

I-635 (LBJ Freeway) and I-35E meet next to the Farmers Branch DART station. Off-peak, the Galleria area is about 12 minutes away, Las Colinas about 13, downtown Dallas and Legacy in Plano about 21, Love Field about 20 and DFW Airport about 24. Rush hour on I-635 and I-35E runs longer. DART's Green Line stops at the Farmers Branch station, and DART buses run to downtown Dallas and Carrollton.

The city runs its own police department, headquartered at 3723 Valley View Ln.. A 2022-23 recruitment notice put sworn staff at about 80 officers. The fire department is a career department. Its NERIS record lists four stations; Fire Station No. 2, a two-story station with a storm shelter, was finished in May 2020.

Not confirmed yet

  • Nearest hospital ER inside or right next to the city: the 4343 N. Josey Ln. hospital in Carrollton appears under two names (Carrollton Regional Medical Center and Baylor Scott & White-Carrollton); current operator and status not confirmed.
  • Urgent care clinics in Farmers Branch with 2025-26 evidence.
  • Who provides ambulance transport.
  • ISO fire protection rating.
  • Exact fire station count and addresses (NERIS lists 4; an undated relocation guide lists 3).
  • Total trail miles; the city does not publish a figure on its trails page.
  • Acreage for Joya at Oran Good, Montgomery, The Grove and Liberty Plaza.
  • Whether the seasonal farmers market at The Grove ran in 2025 or 2026.
  • Dates and venues for 2026 Christmas in the Branch, Arbor Day, Veterans Day, Craft Fair and Fishin' Fun.
  • 2026 TEA ratings for Farmers Branch Elementary, Stark Elementary, and the Dallas ISD campuses serving the city.
  • Street addresses for Blair Elementary, R.L. Turner HS, Gooch Elementary, Marsh MS and W.T. White HS.
  • Library hours.

Questions people ask

Is there a grocery store in Farmers Branch?

Yes. A Walmart Neighborhood Market is at 13100 Josey Ln., open 6 a.m. to 11 p.m. Kroger lists no store in the city; listed Kroger stores nearby are in Addison (3770 Belt Line Rd.) and Carrollton (4038 Old Denton Rd.).

Does Farmers Branch have a DART rail station?

Yes. The Farmers Branch station on DART's Green Line opened in December 2010 near I-635 and I-35E. The Green Line runs to downtown Dallas and north to Carrollton.

How long is the drive from Farmers Branch to downtown Dallas and DFW Airport?

Off-peak, about 21 minutes (14.3 miles) to downtown Dallas and about 24 minutes (13 miles) to DFW Airport. Love Field is about 20 minutes. Rush hour adds time.

What school district is Farmers Branch in?

Most of the city is in Carrollton-Farmers Branch ISD, rated B (81) in 2026. A smaller part is in Dallas ISD. Check the district locator for a specific address.

What high school do Farmers Branch students attend?

Most CFBISD addresses in the city are zoned to R.L. Turner High School in Carrollton. Homes south of I-635 and west of I-35E go to Ranchview High School. Dallas ISD addresses go to W.T. White High School.

What is the biggest park in Farmers Branch?

The John F. Burke Nature Preserve, at 104 acres along the Elm Fork of the Trinity River, at 1111 Valley View Ln. It has a boardwalk, a loop trail and a river overlook.

Where is the nearest hospital to Farmers Branch?

We found no hospital inside the city. Medical City Dallas, an 876-bed hospital at 7777 Forest Ln. in Dallas, is the closest major hospital we confirmed.

What events does Farmers Branch hold?

Gateway to the Globe in spring, an Independence Day celebration with fireworks (July 3 in 2026), a Fall Fest with the Spooky Dash 5K at Historical Park, a Veterans Day celebration, and Christmas in the Branch, which includes an outdoor skating rink.

Sources (44) · checked Oct 28, 2026
  1. City of Farmers Branch, Parks & Trails List
  2. Independence Title, Farmers Branch relocation guide (PDF, undated)
  3. City of Farmers Branch, Special Events
  4. City of Farmers Branch, Historical Park
  5. CultureMap Dallas, Gateway to the Globe (Mar 29, 2025)
  6. Mommy Poppins, Farmers Branch Fall Fest & Spooky Dash (2026)
  7. FOX 4, July 4th fireworks 2026 in Dallas-Fort Worth
  8. City of Farmers Branch, Independence Day Celebration
  9. CFBISD community news, Skating Under the Stars
  10. Community Impact (sponsored), 40 Days of Christmas in the Branch (2022)
  11. The Retail Connection, The Shops at Mustang Station (updated July 2024)
  12. TDLR TABS2025008312, Señor Oink tenant finish-out
  13. CraveDFW, Five standout restaurants in Farmers Branch (Aug 2025)
  14. Roots Southern Table, official site
  15. Toast, Bankhead Brewing Farmers Branch
  16. Cattleack Barbeque, About (updated Oct 2026)
  17. DART Daily, New restaurants near Farmers Branch Station (Sept 2021)
  18. Walmart, Farmers Branch Neighborhood Market #5624
  19. Kroger, Grocery stores in Addison, TX
  20. Kroger, Grocery stores in Carrollton, TX
  21. CVS, store #11162, 2702 Valwood Pkwy
  22. Walgreens store locator, Farmers Branch
  23. Wikipedia, Medical City Dallas Hospital
  24. Wikipedia, Farmers Branch, Texas
  25. CFBISD, Trustees approve school consolidation proposal (Mar 2025)
  26. Texas Tribune Public Schools Explorer, Carrollton-Farmers Branch ISD
  27. SchoolDigger, Farmers Branch Elementary
  28. SchoolDigger, Stark Elementary
  29. SchoolDigger, Field Middle
  30. CFBISD, CFBISD maintains B rating after 2026 accountability ratings release (Aug 13, 2026)
  31. SchoolDigger, Chapel Hill Preparatory
  32. Dallas ISD, Chapel Hill Preparatory School
  33. NERIS (FSRI), Farmers Branch Fire Department FD48113004
  34. Cumming Gallagher, Farmers Branch Fire Station No. 2
  35. Wikipedia, Farmers Branch Police Department
  36. CPS HR Consulting, Farmers Branch Chief of Police recruitment (2022-23)
  37. City of Farmers Branch, Your Library (Manske Library)
  38. City of Farmers Branch, Trails
  39. TDLR TABS2022009124, John F. Burke Nature Preserve Phase 1
  40. TDLR TABS2025025128, Valley View at Mercer intersection improvements
  41. OSRM open routing engine (Realust drive-time calculation, Oct 2026)
  42. Texas Tribune Public Schools Explorer, Farmers Branch Elementary (2026 enrollment)
  43. Texas Tribune Public Schools Explorer, Field Middle (2026 enrollment)
  44. D Magazine, Three new restaurants and a wine lounge in Farmers Branch (Sept 2023)

Seasonal Temperatures

January57°39° low
April75°56° low
July95°78° low
October78°59° low

Annual Conditions

220Sunny Days/Year
145Rainy Days/Year
53.7"Annual Rainfall
🌡️ North Texas enjoys a humid subtropical climate with hot summers and mild winters.

Safety Overview

C+Safety Grade
1.36Violent Crime Rateper 1,000 residents
20.85Property Crime Rateper 1,000 residents

Violent Crime

Assault135.19
Robbery31.81
Murder2.73
Rape31.81
Rates per 100,000 residents

Property Crime

Burglary270.38
Theft1675.28
Vehicle Theft601.72
Rates per 100,000 residents

Income

$91,186Median Household
$112,738Average Household
$48,638Per Capita

Employment

1.9%Unemployment Rate
-0.4%Job Growth / yr
11.4%Poverty Rate

Income Distribution

$150k+
22.0%
$100k-$150k
24.4%
$75k-$100k
13.9%
$50k-$75k
17.1%
$25k-$50k
14.4%
Under $25k
8.2%

School District

Carrollton-Farmers Branch ISDPrimary District
B+District Grade
Top 42%State Ranking

Schools

24Elementary
6Middle
8High School

🏆 Top-Rated Schools

📚 Middle Schools
FIELD MIDDLE
B
(88)
Source: Texas Education Agency 2024-25 Accountability Ratings

Academic Info

13.5:1Student-Teacher Ratio

📈 Graduation Rates (Class of 2024)

93.0%Graduation RateB
4.8%Dropout Rate

🎯 College Readiness (Class of 2023)

95%Took SAT/ACT
13.8%College ReadyD
24.9%TSI Ready
College Ready: 1180+ SAT or 24+ ACT  |  TSI Ready: Met Texas college-ready criteria

Mobility Scores

Walk Score citywide41
Bike Score citywide51
Transit Score citywide28

Commute

22Avg Minutes
71.7%Drive Alone
7.0%Carpool
17.6%Work from Home

Distance To

14.9 miDowntown Dallas
15 miDFW Airport
11.5 miLove Field

⚡ EV Charging

85Public Stations
43DC Fast Ports
173Level 2 Ports
Networks: ChargePoint Network Blink Network Tesla Destination

Drive to major employers from Farmers Branch

Rush-hour drive times from the center of Farmers Branch, weekday at 8:00 AM.

Workplace8 AM rushNo trafficDistance
Galleria / LBJDallas14 min13 min4.4 mi
McKessonLas Colinas14 min11 min7.5 mi
Las Colinas Urban CenterIrving18 min15 min8.4 mi
Texas InstrumentsDallas18 min16 min10.1 mi
Kimberly-ClarkIrving20 min17 min10.4 mi
Southwest AirlinesLove Field20 min17 min9.9 mi
UT Southwestern / Medical DistrictDallas21 min17 min11.7 mi
Dallas Love FieldDallas22 min22 min9.2 mi
Show all 36 workplaces
Workplace8 AM rushNo trafficDistance
American AirlinesFort Worth23 min20 min16.6 mi
DFW AirportDFW23 min21 min15.5 mi
Telecom CorridorRichardson24 min19 min13.4 mi
Toyota North America HQPlano24 min22 min17.6 mi
Downtown DallasDallas26 min22 min15.5 mi
State Farm CityLineRichardson26 min21 min14.8 mi
Legacy WestPlano27 min20 min15.9 mi
AT&TDowntown Dallas28 min22 min15.4 mi
Tyler TechnologiesPlano28 min23 min16.7 mi
JPMorgan Chase Legacy WestPlano29 min22 min16.5 mi
Medical City PlanoPlano29 min24 min16.4 mi
Capital OnePlano30 min23 min18.5 mi
Frito-Lay / PepsiCoPlano30 min24 min17.1 mi
The StarFrisco30 min24 min19 mi
Uptown DallasDallas30 min21 min14.6 mi
UT DallasRichardson30 min24 min14.4 mi
Arlington Entertainment DistrictArlington31 min29 min22.8 mi
Keurig Dr PepperFrisco31 min25 min18.6 mi
SMUUniversity Park31 min23 min11.9 mi
Baylor University Medical CenterDallas34 min25 min17 mi
Fidelity InvestmentsWestlake34 min28 min24.5 mi
Charles SchwabWestlake34 min28 min25.6 mi
University of North TexasDenton36 min34 min27.9 mi
Texas Woman's UniversityDenton38 min36 min27.8 mi
RaytheonMcKinney43 min37 min31.1 mi
AllianceTexasFort Worth44 min38 min33.3 mi
Downtown Fort WorthFort Worth44 min37 min33.5 mi
Lockheed MartinFort Worth55 min47 min45 mi

Source: Google Routes forecast, updated October 2026. Find where to live near your work →

Cost Index (100 = National Average)

Overall101
Housing113
Utilities97
Groceries100
Transportation102
Healthcare100

Monthly Utilities

⚡ Electric $142
💧 Water $52
🔥 Gas $44
📶 Internet $72

Everyday Costs

$823Monthly Groceries (Family of 4)
$3Gas Price (per gallon)

Taxes

8.3%Sales Tax Rate
2.2%Property Tax Rate

Most Farmers Branch homes pay five taxing units: Carrollton-Farmers Branch ISD at 0.9481, the city at 0.5435, Dallas County at 0.2155, Parkland Hospital at 0.212 and Dallas College at 0.1066. All rates are per $100 of value.

2.03%Base 2025 tax rate, CFBISD side (city + CFBISD + Dallas County + Parkland + Dallas College), before exemptions1
$364,600Median value of owner-occupied homes, ACS 2024 5-year11
~$439/moEstimated property tax on that home with a homestead exemption, CFBISD, owner under 651,11
20% + $100,000City, county, Parkland and college homestead exemption, plus over-65/disabled exemption from each of those four1
$95.20/moCombined water and sewer bill at 7,500 gallons in May 2025, before the 2026 rate increases13
14.1¢/kWhLowest 12-month fixed retail electric price at 1,000 kWh, Oncor area (Oct. 28, 2026)18

Where a typical Farmers Branch homestead tax bill goes (2025)1,11

$5,272/yr
  • Carrollton-Farmers Branch ISD$2,129/yr
  • City of Farmers Branch$1,585/yr
  • Dallas County$629/yr
  • Parkland Hospital$618/yr
  • Dallas College$311/yr

Homestead at $364,600 (ACS median), CFBISD, owner under 65, no 10% cap savings. City, county, Parkland and college each take 20% off; CFBISD takes $140,000 off.

Base 2025 tax rate: Farmers Branch vs. nearby cities1

  • Dallas (Dallas ISD)2.23%
  • Richardson (Richardson ISD)2.18%
  • Irving (Irving ISD)2.14%
  • Addison (Dallas ISD)2.14%
  • Farmers Branch (CFBISD)2.03%
  • Carrollton (CFBISD, Dallas Co.)2.02%
  • Coppell (Coppell ISD)1.96%

Exemptions differ: Farmers Branch, Carrollton, Addison, Dallas and Irving give a 20% city homestead exemption; Coppell gives 5% and Richardson 0%. Dallas ISD and Richardson ISD add a 10% local school exemption.

Monthly cost beyond the mortgage (sourced parts only)1,11,13,18,24

$708/mo
  • Property tax (homestead, CFBISD)$439/mo
  • Electric (1,000 kWh, cheapest 12-mo plan)$141/mo
  • Water + sewer (7,500 gal, Nov. 2026 rates)$123/mo
  • Trash fee$5/mo

Partial. Water and sewer use the city's Nov. 1, 2026 rates. Drainage, internet, insurance and HOA are not included because their amounts were not sourced.

Utility providers in Farmers Branch13,14,15,16,17,18,19,24

ServiceProviderChoice?Notes
ElectricOncor delivery; retail provider of your choiceYes (retail choice)Cheapest 12-mo plan 14.1¢/kWh at 1,000 kWh; city Power Switch group-buy program
Water & sewerCity of Farmers Branch (water bought from Dallas Water Utilities; sewer treated by Trinity River Authority)No12% increase Nov. 1, 2026; about $123/mo at 7,500 gal; no sewer cap
Trash & recyclingCommunity Waste Disposal via city contractNo$5/mo city trash fee; bulky item and yard waste pickup
Natural gasNot confirmed
InternetAT&T fiber (99%), Spectrum cable (100%), Frontier fiber (28%), plus smaller fiber and 5G home providersYesFCC data, Dec. 2025
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The tax bill is the biggest hidden cost

Most Farmers Branch homes pay five taxing units: Carrollton-Farmers Branch ISD at 0.9481, the city at 0.5435, Dallas County at 0.2155, Parkland Hospital at 0.212 and Dallas College at 0.1066. All rates are per $100 of value. Together that is about 2.03% before exemptions, in the middle of nearby Dallas County cities.

Exemptions cut the bill a lot. CFBISD takes $140,000 off a homestead's value. The city, Dallas County, Parkland and Dallas College each take 20% off. Owners 65 and older, and disabled owners, get another $100,000 off from each of those four, plus $60,000 more from CFBISD and a freeze on school taxes.

At the Census median home value of $364,600, a homestead in CFBISD owes about $5,270 a year, or $439 a month. That is an effective rate of about 1.45%. The same house as a rental with no exemptions would owe about $7,390. An owner 65 or older would owe about $3,630.

School district and special districts

A small part of the city is in Dallas ISD, which charges 0.9938 but adds a 10% local homestead exemption. The same $364,600 home there would owe about $5,010. Check the district for each address on the appraisal district site.

The Dallas CAD rate sheet lists no MUD or PID for Farmers Branch. The one add-on to check is the Valwood Improvement Authority, at 0.04 with no exemptions, or about $146 a year on a $364,600 home. Which addresses it covers was not confirmed.

What may change in 2026

The city kept its rate at 0.5435 for 2025. Its 2026 notice lists a no-new-revenue rate of 0.5093 and a voter-approval rate of 0.6085, but the adopted 2026 rate was not confirmed. CFBISD says it kept its rate for 2026-27. The appraisal district's early estimate shows Dallas County rising to 0.2487, which is not final.

Water and sewer bills are rising

The city buys its water from Dallas Water Utilities and sends wastewater to the Trinity River Authority. Rates stayed flat from 2019 to 2025, when a combined bill for 7,500 gallons was $95.20 a month.

To pay for a $78 million, five-year capital plan, the city raised water and sewer rates in November 2025 and adds another 12% on Nov. 1, 2026. The residential sewer cap has also ended, so every gallon now counts toward sewer, and homes that water lawns heavily pay more.

Under the November 2026 rates, water is $28.32 for the first 2,000 gallons plus $7.74 per 1,000 gallons up to 10,000. Sewer is $29.61 plus $4.02 per 1,000 gallons. With the $5 trash fee, a home using 7,500 gallons pays about $128 a month. Seniors and disabled residents get lower rates.

Electric, trash and internet

Farmers Branch is in Oncor's area, so you pick your electric provider. In late October 2026 the cheapest 12-month fixed plan was 14.1¢ per kWh at 1,000 kWh, or about $141 a month. The city also runs Power Switch, a group-buying program for residents.

Community Waste Disposal collects trash and recycling under a city contract, and the city picks up bulky items and yard waste. The city's trash fee is $5 a month ($2.50 for seniors and disabled residents).

AT&T fiber reaches about 99% of the city by FCC data, and Spectrum cable reaches all of it. Frontier, SimpleFiber, Hotwire and Astound fiber reach smaller areas.

HOA, commute and rent

HOA dues are concentrated in newer Mercer Crossing sections. A Kensington Place listing shows $850 a quarter, and a Windermere listing shows $321 a month.

The average commute is about 22 minutes. I-635 and I-35E cross the city. NTTA toll roads cost 22¢ a mile with a TollTag. The Census median gross rent was $1,820 in the 2023 five-year estimate, up from $1,259 in 2017.

Not confirmed yet

  • What does a typical Farmers Branch water, sewer and trash bill total today, after the 2026 changes?
  • What does homeowners insurance cost for a $365,000 home in Farmers Branch?
  • What share of homes sits in a FEMA flood zone along Farmers Branch Creek or the Elm Fork of the Trinity?
  • Did council reinstate a residential sewer cap?
  • Which streets are in Dallas ISD rather than CFBISD?
  • What are typical drive times and toll costs to downtown Dallas, Las Colinas and DFW Airport?

Questions people ask

What is the property tax rate in Farmers Branch, TX?

For 2025, about 2.03% before exemptions in Carrollton-Farmers Branch ISD: city 0.5435, CFBISD 0.9481, Dallas County 0.2155, Parkland 0.212 and Dallas College 0.1066. In the Dallas ISD part, the school rate is 0.9938.

How much are property taxes on a $365,000 home in Farmers Branch?

About $5,270 a year ($439 a month) with a homestead exemption in CFBISD at 2025 rates, about $5,010 in Dallas ISD, and about $7,390 for a rental with no exemptions.

Does Farmers Branch have a homestead exemption?

Yes. The city exempts 20% of a homestead's value and gives $100,000 more to owners who are 65 or older or disabled. Dallas County, Parkland and Dallas College offer the same 20% and $100,000. CFBISD exempts $140,000.

Are there MUDs or PIDs in Farmers Branch?

None appear on the Dallas CAD 2025 rate sheet. The Valwood Improvement Authority (0.04) is the one special district to check by address.

Who provides electricity in Farmers Branch?

Oncor delivers power and residents choose a retail provider. The city also offers Power Switch, a group-buying program.

Why did my Farmers Branch water bill go up?

The city raised water and sewer rates 15% for 2026, ended the cap that stopped sewer charges after 10,000 gallons, and adds a new fee starting with November 2026 bills.

What school district is Farmers Branch in?

Mostly Carrollton-Farmers Branch ISD. A small part of the city is in Dallas ISD.

Who picks up trash in Farmers Branch?

Community Waste Disposal, under contract with the city. The city also collects bulky items and yard waste.

Sources (24) · checked Oct 28, 2026
  1. Dallas Central Appraisal District, 2025 Ad Valorem Tax Rates for Dallas County (revised Nov. 5, 2025)
  2. Dallas Central Appraisal District, 2026 Estimated Ad Valorem Tax Rates (revised Mar. 4, 2026)
  3. City of Farmers Branch, Notice About 2026 Tax Rates (certified Aug. 20, 2026)
  4. City of Farmers Branch Legistar, File 25-658: proposed maximum tax rate (Aug. 19, 2025)
  5. City of Farmers Branch, FY2025-26 tax rate presentation (M&O/I&S split)
  6. City of Farmers Branch Legistar, ORD-3959: Tax Year 2025 rate adoption (Sept. 16, 2025)
  7. Branch Herald, City budget to increase 5% (Aug. 19, 2025)
  8. CFBISD, Board approves 2026-27 budget, maintains tax rate (Aug. 24, 2026)
  9. Wikipedia, Farmers Branch, Texas (Education)
  10. City of Farmers Branch, Dallas Independent School District page
  11. Census Reporter, Farmers Branch, TX profile (ACS 2024 5-year)
  12. CensusDepth, Farmers Branch median gross rent (ACS 5-year)
  13. Branch Herald, Water rate increases may fund $78 million infrastructure plan (May 23, 2025)
  14. City of Farmers Branch, Branch Review newsletter (January 2026)
  15. City of Farmers Branch, New Utility Fees
  16. City of Farmers Branch, Trash & Recycling Collection
  17. City of Farmers Branch, Power Switch
  18. ElectricRates.org, Farmers Branch, TX electricity (prices as of Oct. 28, 2026)
  19. BroadbandMap.com, Internet providers in Farmers Branch, TX (FCC BDC Dec. 2025 data)
  20. City of Farmers Branch, After-Action Report: FY2026-27 Budget Study Sessions 1-3 (June 2, 2026)
  21. Home listing, Kensington Place / Mercer Crossing (Dustin Pitts)
  22. Home listing, Windermere Addition (Dustin Pitts)
  23. KERA News, Toll rates set to rise in North Texas starting July 1 (June 4, 2025)
  24. City of Farmers Branch, Utility Billing: current rates and new rates effective Nov. 1, 2026

Public projects that will change daily life in Farmers Branch: new jobs, roads, schools and places to go. Every project links to its source.

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Under constructionEarly 2027

I-35E rebuild, I-635 to Denton Co.

TxDOT's $709M Phase 2 widens I-35E from 6 to 8 general lanes and converts reversible toll lanes to 4 two-way managed lanes. About 67% complete.

Why it matters: More lanes and two-way express lanes for I-35E commuters.

Also in Carrollton · Dallas

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ProposedVote Nov 3, 2026

Dallas County homelessness tax vote

County Prop A would raise the tax rate to $0.24865 per $100 from $0.2155 to fund homelessness reduction, incl. mental health treatment, support services and encampment resolution.

Why it matters: Higher county tax bill for Dallas County homeowners if it passes.

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Farmers Branch is one of the oldest settlements in Dallas County. Land grants date to 1842, and the area was the first site of the Peters Colony in 1845.

38,320Census Bureau population estimate, July 1, 20252
40,889NCTCOG population estimate, Jan. 1, 20264
+25.8%Population change, 2010 to 2020 Census (28,616 to 35,991)1
8,234Housing units permitted 2015-2019, almost all apartments6
24,165CFBISD students in 2024-25, down from 26,423 in 2011-1230
$364,600Median owner-occupied home value, ACS 2020-2024 (was $145,700 in 2011-2015)36,38

Farmers Branch population: Census counts 1950-2020 and Census Bureau estimates 2021-20251,2

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1950-2020: decennial Census counts. 2021-2025: Census Bureau July 1 estimates (Vintage 2025), flagged as estimates. NCTCOG's Jan. 1, 2026 estimate (40,889) uses a different method and is not charted.

New housing units permitted by the City of Farmers Branch, 2010-20256

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Census Building Permits Survey, full calendar years. Spikes are apartment buildings (5+ units): 867 in 2012, 1,045 in 2015, 818 in 2016, 1,372 in 2017, 3,211 in 2018, 1,335 in 2019, 471 in 2022, 515 in 2024. 2018 includes units the Bureau imputed for one unreported month. 2026 (317 units Jan-Sep) is a partial year and is left out.

Carrollton-Farmers Branch ISD enrollment30

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New homes and apartments in Farmers Branch12,13,14,15,16,17,18,21,22,24,25,26

CommunityDeveloperBuilders / typePlanned sizeStatusLocation
Mercer CrossingCenturion AmericanMegatel, First Texas (Beazer, Siena, Oakdale named 2017)370 acres; 660-1,000 home lots and 2,500 apartments plannedLate phaseI-635 near Luna Rd; 1800 Wittington Pl
The Abbey at Mercer CrossingCenturion AmericanFirst Texas Homes (townhomes)n/pSelling, from mid-$500Ks1800 Wittington Pl
Mercer Crossing WestCenturion AmericanFirst Texas Homesn/pSold outMercer Crossing
Goodland Townhomesn/pn/p (townhomes)n/pSelling13351 Goodland St
Mustang StationWestern SecuritiesApartments440+ unitsComplete2500 Pepperwood St
Jefferson East BranchJPIApartments390 units (Phase I); 741 planned overallComplete (Phase I)14175 N Dallas Pkwy
Presidium Valley ViewPresidiumApartments344-348 units (Phase I); Phase II plannedPhase I open13214 St. Lawrence Cir
Lenox AlphaOHT PartnersApartments391 unitsPlanned, Sept 2026-Sept 20284707 Alpha Rd

n/p = not published. Farmers Branch is nearly built out; most new housing is apartments and infill townhomes rather than large subdivisions.

Where new housing is going13,14,17,18,22,24,26,27,39

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  1. 1Mercer Crossing / The Abbey sales center
  2. 2Mercer Crossing (Megatel section)
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  4. 4Mustang Station apartments
  5. 5Jefferson East Branch
  6. 6Presidium Valley View
  7. 7Lenox Alpha (planned)
NeighborhoodsApartmentsProposedLocations are approximate.

Lenox Alpha's ZIP is not in the source; 75244 is assumed from its location half a mile west of the Dallas North Tollway and should be checked.

Largest employers in Farmers Branch (city's 2022 ACFR)1

  • Internal Revenue Service1,200 jobs
  • Feizy1,170 jobs
  • Anserteam LLC1,001 jobs
  • Telvista1,000 jobs
  • TDIndustries900 jobs
  • Haggar Clothing Co.750 jobs
  • IBM700 jobs
  • MONI Smart Security (now Brinks Home)700 jobs
  • Encore Enterprises650 jobs
  • Glazer's650 jobs

Employee counts reported in the city's FY2022 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report, as reproduced on Wikipedia. Counts change; a newer ACFR was not reviewed.

Median home value (ACS 5-year)36,37,38

146K2011-15
196K2015-19
234K2017-21
289K2018-22
322K2019-23
365K2020-24

Owner estimates, nominal dollars, five-year averages.

Median household income (ACS 5-year)36,37,38

61K2011-15
74K2015-19
77K2017-21
88K2018-22
88K2019-23
91K2020-24

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Read the full growth story guide

A postwar suburb that filled up early

Farmers Branch is one of the oldest settlements in Dallas County. Land grants date to 1842, and the area was the first site of the Peters Colony in 1845. It did not incorporate until 1946.

Growth came fast after that. The Census counted 915 people in 1950, 13,441 in 1960 and 27,492 in 1970. Then the city ran out of open land. The population dipped to 24,250 by 1990 and was 28,616 in 2010.

Population: steady gains from apartments

The 2020 Census counted 35,991 people, up 25.8% from 2010. The Census Bureau estimates 38,320 in July 2025, about 6% above its July 2020 estimate. NCTCOG, which uses a different method, puts the city at 40,889 on Jan. 1, 2026.

No city or regional agency publishes a population forecast for Farmers Branch. Growth here comes from redevelopment, not new land. Be careful with older Census estimates: the Bureau's 2020-vintage series put the city above 51,000, far more than the 2020 count found.

Housing: an apartment boom, then infill

For most of the 2000s the city permitted fewer than 40 homes a year. That changed in 2012. From 2015 to 2019 it permitted 8,234 housing units, almost all in apartment buildings, with a peak of 3,355 in 2018. Since 2020 it has permitted 64 to 609 units a year.

The one large for-sale project is Mercer Crossing, Centurion American's 370-acre development north of I-635 near Luna Road. It mixes single-family homes, townhomes, about 2,500 planned apartments and 93 acres of office and retail. Its last phase, The Abbey by First Texas Homes, sells townhomes from the mid-$500,000s. Elsewhere, new for-sale homes are small infill townhome groups such as Goodland.

Large rental projects include Mustang Station by the DART station, JPI's Jefferson East Branch on the Dallas North Tollway and Presidium Valley View off Valley View Lane. OHT Partners plans 391 more units at 4707 Alpha Road, with construction set for 2026 to 2028.

The mix has shifted. In the 2011-2015 survey, most occupied homes were owned. By 2020-2024, renters held about 58% of them.

What is driving it

Location and jobs. Farmers Branch sits where I-35E meets I-635, has DART Green Line rail since 2010, and borders the Dallas North Tollway office corridor. In 2021 the city cited more than 4,000 companies and 250 corporate headquarters. The largest employers in its 2022 financial report included the IRS, Feizy, Telvista and TDIndustries. Brinks Home opened a new headquarters in the city in June 2026.

Roads are changing too. TxDOT's $709 million rebuild of I-35E from I-635 north is due to finish in early 2027. A separate proposal would add managed-lane connectors at the I-635/I-35E interchange; no schedule has been published.

The city is planning for redevelopment rather than expansion. It lists a 20-year Farmers Branch 2045 Plan, a Station Area Master Plan covering about 144 acres, a Four Corners plan and an IH-35E corridor study.

Schools: shrinking enrollment, new buildings

Most of the city is in Carrollton-Farmers Branch ISD; a small part is in Dallas ISD. CFBISD enrollment peaked at 26,423 in 2011-12 and fell to 24,165 in 2024-25. State data show 22,899 for 2026.

The district reported about 9,800 empty seats and voted in March 2025 to close four schools. Voters passed bonds of $350 million in 2018 and $716.44 million in 2023. That money is replacing Farmers Branch Elementary, which broke ground in September 2026.

Values and incomes

Census survey data show the median owner-estimated home value rising from $145,700 (2011-2015) to $364,600 (2020-2024). Median household income rose from $60,973 to $91,186 over the same periods.

These are five-year averages in nominal dollars. The rise likely reflects both new Mercer Crossing homes and price gains in older houses.

Not confirmed yet

  • Does the Farmers Branch 2045 Plan set any housing or population targets?
  • What is planned for the Four Corners area, and where exactly is it?
  • How many Mercer Crossing lots remain unbuilt, and is the city-owned park there scheduled?
  • What did the 2025 and 2026 apartment permits (262 units through Sept 2026) cover?
  • Will the I-635/I-35E managed-lane connectors be funded, and when?
  • Which Farmers Branch neighborhoods are zoned to Dallas ISD?

Questions people ask

What is the population of Farmers Branch, Texas?

The Census Bureau estimated 38,320 on July 1, 2025. NCTCOG estimated 40,889 on Jan. 1, 2026. The 2020 Census counted 35,991.

Is Farmers Branch growing?

Yes, slowly. It grew 25.8% from 2010 to 2020, mostly from new apartments. Census estimates show about 6% growth from 2020 to 2025.

How many new homes are being built in Farmers Branch?

The city permitted 8,234 units from 2015 to 2019, mostly apartments, and 1,874 from 2020 to 2025. From January to September 2026 it permitted 317, including a 262-unit apartment project.

What is Mercer Crossing?

A 370-acre Centurion American development north of I-635 near Luna Road with single-family homes, townhomes, apartments and 93 acres of office and retail. Its final phase, The Abbey, is selling townhomes.

What school district is Farmers Branch in?

Mostly Carrollton-Farmers Branch ISD. A small part is in Dallas ISD. Check by address.

Is CFBISD enrollment declining?

Yes. It fell from 26,423 in 2011-12 to 24,165 in 2024-25, and the board voted in 2025 to close four schools.

Is there a DART train in Farmers Branch?

Yes. Farmers Branch Station on the DART Green Line opened in December 2010, near I-635 and I-35E.

Sources (39) · checked Oct 28, 2026
  1. Farmers Branch, Texas (Wikipedia; historical census table, history, school districts, 2022 ACFR principal employers)
  2. U.S. Census Bureau, Vintage 2025 city and town population estimates, Texas (sub-est2025_48.csv)
  3. U.S. Census Bureau, Vintage 2020 city and town population estimates 2010-2020, Texas (SUB-EST2020_48.csv)
  4. NCTCOG, 2026 Population Estimates Publication (Jan. 1, 2025 and Jan. 1, 2026 estimates)
  5. NCTCOG, 2045 Demographic Forecast, City Approximations (Oct 2017)
  6. U.S. Census Bureau, Building Permits Survey, annual place files, South Region (soYYYYa.txt, 2000-2025)
  7. U.S. Census Bureau, Building Permits Survey, South Region place file, year-to-date through Sept 2026 (so2609y.txt)
  8. City of Farmers Branch, Request for Proposals: City-Wide Comprehensive Plan (Dec 20, 2021)
  9. Stantec, Farmers Branch Comprehensive Plan (project page)
  10. City of Farmers Branch, Current Long Range Plans
  11. City of Farmers Branch, Four Corners Report
  12. Neighborhoods.com, Hundreds of new homes in the mix for $1B Farmers Branch development (Oct 17, 2017, citing Dallas Morning News)
  13. Megatel Homes via PR Newswire, Megatel Homes presells 46 townhomes in mixed-use Dallas-Fort Worth development (Sept 24, 2018)
  14. Centurion American, Mercer Crossing (development page, modified July 22, 2026)
  15. First Texas Homes, New townhomes at The Abbey at Mercer Crossing
  16. Jome, New construction homes for sale in Farmers Branch, TX (accessed Oct 28, 2026)
  17. NewHomeSource, 13351 Goodland Street, Goodland Townhome Community (accessed Oct 28, 2026)
  18. Dallas Morning News, Austin investor takes transit-oriented development in Farmers Branch (Sept 25, 2023)
  19. Multi-Housing News, Western Securities breaks ground on Phase II of TX asset (Mustang Station)
  20. DART Daily, City Spotlight: Farmers Branch (Feb 22, 2024)
  21. REBusiness Online, JPI to develop 741-unit apartment community in Farmers Branch (Jan 17, 2018)
  22. Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation, TABS project EABPRJB8825067, Jefferson East Branch
  23. JPI, JPI expanding Farmers Branch footprint (May 26, 2019)
  24. Dallas Morning News, New rental community underway off LBJ Freeway in Farmers Branch (Apr 12, 2022)
  25. REBusiness Online, Presidium begins leasing 348-unit apartment community in Farmers Branch (Dec 9, 2024)
  26. The Real Deal, OHT Partners plans $48M multifamily project in Farmers Branch (June 1, 2026)
  27. TxDOT, I-635/I-35E Interchange public meeting (Nov 2, 2023)
  28. TxDOT Dallas District, Dallas County construction projects (Sept 2026)
  29. Security Today, Moving down the street: Brinks Home headquarters (June 18, 2026)
  30. Ballotpedia, Carrollton-Farmers Branch Independent School District (enrollment 1999-2000 to 2024-25, from NCES)
  31. Texas Tribune Public Schools Explorer, Carrollton-Farmers Branch ISD (state enrollment data, 2026)
  32. CFBISD, CFBISD planning for future success (Dec 18, 2024)
  33. NBC DFW, Carrollton-Farmers Branch ISD will close four schools next year (Mar 7, 2025)
  34. CFBISD, Bond update: thank you CFBISD voters (Nov 2018, unofficial results)
  35. CFBISD, Bond 2023
  36. U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-year table-based summary files 2021-2024 (B25077, B19013, B25001, B25003), place 4825452
  37. U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2015-2019 5-year summary file, Texas
  38. U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2011-2015 5-year summary file, Texas
  39. TDLR, TABS project TABS2025025128, Valley View at Mercer intersection improvements

Farmers Branch at a glance

Farmers Branch, TX (Dallas County) has a Realust Score of 72/100, ranking tied for #61 of 84 North Texas cities. Key numbers: median home price $376,941, population 36,645, school rating 5.4/10.

What is Farmers Branch's Realust Score?

Farmers Branch has a Realust Score of 72 out of 100 (B, Good), which ranks tied for #61 of 84 North Texas cities.

How much does a home cost in Farmers Branch, TX?

The median home price in Farmers Branch is $376,941. Prices changed +1.3% over the past year and +15.8% over five years.

How good are the schools in Farmers Branch?

Farmers Branch's primary school district is Carrollton-Farmers Branch ISD (rated 5.4/10, district grade B+, Top 42% in Texas). It scores 79/100 on Realust's Schools category.

Is Farmers Branch, TX safe?

Farmers Branch has a safety grade of C+, with 1.36 violent and 20.85 property crimes per 1,000 residents. Its Realust Safety score is 61/100.

How long is the commute from Farmers Branch?

The average commute in Farmers Branch is 22 minutes. It is 14.9 mi to downtown Dallas and 15 mi to DFW Airport.

What is the population of Farmers Branch, TX?

Farmers Branch has 36,645 residents, a change of -6.1% over five years. The median household income is $91,186.

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