Geography
Carrollton is located in north central Texas, within the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex.
Cultural Attractions
The city boasts the Repertory Dance Theatre of Texas, the Carrollton Wind Symphony, and the A.W. Perry Homestead Museum, which offers a look at life during the turn of the 20th century in north central Texas.
Recreation
Besides containing more than 1,200 acres of park land, Carrollton also has the Elm Fork Nature Preserve.
Historical
Early industries for the city include a grain mill, and cotton and brick manufacturing.
Economy
Carrollton is the only foreign trade zone in north Dallas, and its top employers include Carrollton/Farmers Branch Independent School District, Halliburton Energy Services, and ST Microelectronics Semiconductors.
Demographics
Demographic Detail
- Population:
- 129,994
- Population under 55:
- 83.6%
- Population over 55:
- 16.4%
City Detail
- Crime rate:
- Average
- Closest large city:
- Plano
Marital Status 2010
Weather
Weather Detail
- Air quality:
- Poor
- Temperature:
- 94°F July High, 34°F January Low
Jobs & Economy
Housing
- Median income:
- $58,830
- Median home price:
- $159,452
- Average property tax:
- $5,036
Income & Jobs
- Unemployment rate 2010:
- 7.2%
- Low
- Cost of living:
- High
Employment Projections
Education
Higher Education
- Best Colleges at the location:
- 0
- Best Colleges within 30 miles:
- 19
- Best Colleges within 50 miles:
- 25
Health Care & Retirement
Hospitals
- Hospitals/Best Hospitals at the location:
- 3/0
- Hospitals/Best Hospitals within 30 miles:
- 84/5
- Hospitals/Best Hospitals within 50 miles:
- 113/6
Retirement Facilities
- Community care facilities for the elderly:
- 115
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