# Living in Allen, TX: Realust Score 85

> Source: Realust (realust.com), data as of October 2026. Cite: https://realust.com/city/allen/

URL: https://realust.com/city/allen/
County: Collin
Realust Score: 85/100 (A-, Great), tied for #21 of 84. Base 83 + price-tier bonus 2.
Category scores: Prosperity 85, Schools 89, Safety 84, Lifestyle 89, Market 76, Affordability 83, Commute 67, Growth 68
Median home price: $485K
Population: 110,265
Market momentum: Growing (home prices -5.4% over 1 year, +14.2% over 5 years)

Allen, TX is a well-established, family-oriented suburb in Collin County just north of Dallas, sitting right on US-75. It feels more “settled” than some of the hyper-new growth cities nearby, with lots of mature neighborhoods mixed with continued infill and newer pockets. Housing is mostly single-family, with a range from older 80s/90s subdivisions to newer communities, plus apartments and townhomes closer to the main retail corridors; prices are typically strong but often a bit more approachable than the priciest nearby markets, depending on the exact neighborhood and school zoning. Day-to-day life is very convenient and car-friendly: big-box shopping and dining are concentrated around major centers (especially along US-75), and there are plenty of parks and youth-sports options. Commutes are straightforward for many people working in Plano/Frisco/Richardson or along the 75 corridor, though rush-hour traffic on the highway can be a real factor. The big upsides are “easy living” suburban infrastructure, strong access to amenities, and a generally stable, community-focused vibe; the tradeoffs are less of a distinct walkable core compared with places like downtown McKinney/Plano, plus congestion around the busiest retail areas.

Strengths:
- Allen ISD is a huge draw for families, known for strong academics and athletics
- Great shopping & dining – Watters Creek, Allen Premium Outlets, and tons of restaurants nearby
- Consistently ranked as a safe and family-friendly suburb
- Miles of trails, playgrounds, and recreation centers throughout the city
- Local events, sports culture, and neighborhood pride are big here

Trade-offs:
- Housing costs more than many nearby suburbs
- Property taxes – Typical of North Dallas suburbs, but still a consideration
- Traffic on US-75 – Rush hour congestion can slow commutes
- Limited nightlife and urban-style walkability
- Competitive housing market – Desirable homes sell fast, especially in top school zones

Data:
- Demographics / Population: Total Population 110,265; People per sq mile 4,179; 5-Year Growth +8.4%
- Demographics / Mobility & Migration: Moved Last Year 14.1%; Same Home 1+ Year 85.9%; From Out of State 2.0%; From Different County 2.8%
- Demographics / Age Distribution: Under 18 25.4%; 25-34 11.6%; 35-44 14.6%; 65+ 11.4%; Median Age 38.4 years
- Demographics / Households: Avg Household Size 3.0; Family Households 77.3%; Homeownership Rate 69.4%; With Kids 41.7%; Married 64.5%; Single Parent 5.9%; Living Alone 18.3%; Seniors Alone 7.4%
- Demographics / Education Level: High School+ 95.8%; Bachelor's+ 57.5%; Graduate Degree 23.6%
- Demographics / Connectivity & Remote Work: Broadband Access 97.2%; Have Computer 98.9%; Work From Home 24.8%
- Real Estate / Home Prices: Per Sq Ft $219; Starter Home $444,900; Median Price $485,393; Premium Home $1,134,000
- Real Estate / Home Price Trends: 1-Year Change -5.4%; 5-Year Change +14.2%
- Real Estate / Rent Trends: 1-Year Change -1%; 5-Year Change +25.6%
- Real Estate / Market Health: Active Listings 299; Median Days on Market 68; Under Contract 25.1%; Price Reduced 10%; Sale-to-List Ratio 97.7%
- Real Estate / Market Insights: Cheaper to Rent $891/mo; Balanced 3 mo; Rental Yield 4.4%; Income to Buy 3.7x; vs Region Avg -3%
- Real Estate / Fit Scores: Remote Work Fit 89; Family Fit 52; Investment 89
- Real Estate / Typical Home: Sq Ft 2,544; Beds 3.5; Baths 3.1; Lot Sq Ft 31,422; Year Built 2004; Garage 2.1-car
- Real Estate / Property Mix: Single Family 73.5%; Townhome 7.5%; Condo 0.5%
- Real Estate / Common Features: Pool 13.5%; Garage 96.5%; Single Story 26%; Fireplace 43.5%; Central Air 48%
- Real Estate / Costs & Ownership: Est. Monthly Payment $2,689; Median Rent $1,798; Avg HOA Fee $123/mo; Have HOA 36%
- Real Estate / Investment Indicators: Rental Vacancy 0.9%; New Construction 44%; Per Bedroom $145,140
- Lifestyle / Lifestyle Scores: Area Feel Dense Suburban; Family Friendly 8.7; Outdoor Activities 5.3; Nightlife 6; Health & Fitness 8; Diversity 8; Weather 6.7
- Lifestyle / Nearby Amenities (within 5 miles): Restaurants 60+; Parks 60+; Grocery 26; Coffee 60+; Bars 60+; Theaters 4; Daycares 60+; Hospitals 45; Pharmacies 60+; Dentists 60+; Libraries 9; Dog Parks 60+; Museums 6
- Lifestyle / Getting Around: Walk Score 36; Bike Score 58
- Lifestyle / Seasonal Temperatures (high / low): January 56° / 38°; April 73° / 55°; July 94° / 77°; October 77° / 58°
- Lifestyle / Annual Conditions: Sunny Days/Year 213; Rainy Days/Year 152; Annual Rainfall 59.8"
- Crime & Safety / Safety Overview: Safety Grade B+; Violent crime (per 1,000) 0.83; Property crime (per 1,000) 7.45
- Crime & Safety / Violent Crime (per 100,000): Assault 72.98; Robbery 9.67; Murder 0.91; Rape 23.74
- Crime & Safety / Property Crime (per 100,000): Burglary 62.42; Theft 727.12; Vehicle Theft 88.8
- Job Market / Income: Median Household $130,901; Average Household $161,489; Per Capita $55,986
- Job Market / Employment: Unemployment Rate 3.7%; Job Growth (1 yr) +1.7%; Poverty Rate 6.1%
- Job Market / Income Distribution: $150k+ 43.8%; $100k-$150k 18.6%; $75k-$100k 9.9%; $50k-$75k 12.2%; $25k-$50k 9.6%; Under $25k 5.9%
- Job Market / Industries & Employers: Major Industries Technology, Healthcare, Retail, Professional Services; Top Employers Experian, Jack Henry, Allen ISD, Texas Health Presbyterian, Frontier Communications
- Education / School District: Primary district Allen ISD; District Grade A; State Ranking Top 7%
- Education / Schools: Elementary 16; Middle 3; High School 1
- Education / Elementary Schools: Dr E T Boon Elementary A (96); Mary Evans Elementary A (95)
- Education / Middle Schools: Ereckson Middle A (94); Walter & Lois Curtis Middle A (93)
- Education / High Schools: Allen High School A (90)
- Education / Academic Info: Student-Teacher Ratio 16.2:1
- Education / Graduation Rates (Class of 2024): Graduation Rate 98.3%; Dropout Rate 0.9%
- Education / College Readiness (Class of 2023): Took SAT/ACT 92%; College Ready 46.5%; TSI Ready 62.0%
- Transportation / Mobility Scores: Walk Score 36; Bike Score 58
- Transportation / Commute: Avg Minutes 28; Drive Alone 66.8%; Carpool 5.9%; Work from Home 24.8%
- Transportation / Distance To: Downtown Dallas 25 mi; DFW Airport 34.3 mi; Love Field 25.9 mi
- Transportation / EV Charging: Public Stations 25; DC Fast Ports 57; Level 2 Ports 39
- Transportation / Major Highway Access: Highways US-75, Sam Rayburn Tollway, McDermott Road
- Cost of Living / Cost Index (100 = National Average): Overall 100; Housing 122; Utilities 97; Groceries 101; Transportation 104; Healthcare 101
- Cost of Living / Monthly Utilities: Electric $148; Water $54; Gas $43; Internet $74
- Cost of Living / Everyday Costs: Monthly Groceries (Family of 4) $845; Gas Price (per gallon) $2.85
- Cost of Living / Taxes: Sales Tax Rate 8.3%; Property Tax Rate 2.2%

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