A WALK AROUND TOWN
Spring Walk in Point North Park
A short walk around Point North Park on a windy spring day. A film shared by made to xplore.
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Relocation guide
Moving to Richardson
What it costs, what the weather is like, schools, outdoors and the honest pros and cons, from public data.
Population
118,269
Median age 34
Median household income
$96,257
Median rent
$1,825/mo
Median home value
$405,600
Schools
36
5 districts
Summer high / winter low
95° / 36°
Pros
- Household incomes run 23% above the US median ($96,257).
- Mild weather in March, April, November, with highs between 65°F and 85°F.
- 45 parks, playgrounds and dog parks in the city.
- 40 national forests, lakes and recreation areas within reach.
Cons
- Property taxes are high: about 1.59% of home value a year (US 0.98%).
Pros and cons come from comparisons with US medians and the city’s 30-year weather normals; they leave out things numbers can’t capture.
Plan your move
Where in Richardson?
Richardson spans 3 zip codes. Median home values range from $340,600 to $473,600 by zip.
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A DRIVE AROUND TOWN
Richardson - Texas - 4K Downtown Drive
Richardson - Texas - 4K Downtown Drive. A film shared by Mileage Mike Travels.
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Is Richardson a good place to live?
It depends on what you need. Household incomes run 23% above the US median ($96,257). Mild weather in March, April, November, with highs between 65°F and 85°F. On the other hand: Property taxes are high: about 1.59% of home value a year (US 0.98%).
How much do I need to earn to live in Richardson?
The median household earns $96,257. Rent at the median ($1,825/month) is about 23% of that; a common rule of thumb is to keep rent under 30% of income, which means earning about $73,000 a year.
How many schools are in Richardson?
36 public and private schools across 5 districts. See the schools page for each school’s grades and contact details.
What is the weather like in Richardson?
Highs average 95°F in August and lows 36°F in January. The most comfortable months are March, April, November.
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2019–2023 5-year estimates; NOAA climate normals; NCES schools; OpenStreetMap parks; Recreation.gov.