Realust
2026 Wrapped
Melissa’s
year.
What changed, what opened, and what’s coming. Read the label.
Melissa got bigger
In the latest Census estimate, Melissa added about
3,791
new neighbors.
+14.5%population growth
#8fastest-growing of 66 cities
Melissa is home to about 29,969 people.
US Census Bureau city estimates, July 2024 to July 2025.
Buyers got a break
The typical Melissa home is worth
$422K
↓ 5.7%from $448K a year ago
+7.9%over 5 years
−2.2%typical change across 77 North Texas cities
Zillow Home Value Index, Aug 2026.
Coming up
What’s next.
- SH 5 widening, Melissa–AnnaRoads & transit · Late 2026
- Melissa water pump stationWater & utilities · Expected Sep 2027
- Riverstone EstatesNew neighborhoods · Lots to builders Q1 2027
- McKinney National Airport flightsJobs & mixed-use · Nov 2026
Read the label
Melissa’s Realust Score
85
Tied for #22 of 84 cities.
Strongest in
Safety91
Schools90
Eight categories, weighted. Same score as the rest of Realust.
Realust2026 Wrapped
Melissa
Collin County
New neighbors+3,791
Growth rank#8 of 66
Typical home$422K ↓5.7%
Realust Score85
Projects on deck10
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