Carrollton is a vibrant corporate and residential community that has the 'home advantage' because of its prime location. Businesses and neighborhoods flourish throughout the city's approximate 37 square miles, and the surrounding major highways, three rail freight lines and Foreign Trade Zone designation ensure continued success.
A business-friendly city, Carrollton ranks in the top cities in the region in creating the highest number of new jobs, the total new development square footage, and the number of businesses moving to Carrollton, including the expansion of current businesses. The momentum in commercial/industrial development continues, and the economic cornerstone is the well-balanced residential and business tax base.
This quality of life community is home to 120,150 citizens, over 5,000 businesses and a daytime workforce of over 71,000 In 2006, the city was ranked 19th by Money magazine as the nation's "Best Small Cities" to live in.
Numerous assets such as excellent schools, parks and greenbelts, and convenient services are available to every neighborhood. The wide variety of housing, community partnerships and civic opportunities enhance Carrollton's diversity, and residents enjoy the award-winning sports complexes, libraries, natural areas, golf courses, lifestyle amenities and community events.
Quick Facts
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Land area: 37 square miles
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Estimated population as of January 2007: 120,150
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Population by age:
Under 14 years 21%
15-19 years 7%
20-44 years 39%
45-64 years 27%
65-years and over 6% -
Average household income: $73,813
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Average home value: $170,056
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More than 1,200 acres of park land
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Trinity Medical Center – 207 beds; 355 medical staff
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Quality schools – served by the Carrollton/Farmers Branch Independent School District, Lewisville Independent School District, the Dallas Independent School District and the Plano Independent School District.
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32% of the population has a Bachelor’s degree or higher
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Labor Force: 71,000
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Employment by Occupation:
Managerial/Professional 36%
Service 14%
Sales & Office 31%
Construction/Maintenance 8%
Production/Transportation 11% -
Over 5,000 businesses
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Home to major international and national corporations
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North Dallas’ only Foreign Trade Zone
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Texas is “Right-to-Work” State
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Texas has no state personal income tax
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Top Employers: Carrollton/Farmers Branch Independent School District, St Microelectronics Semiconductors, Halliburton Energy Services and the City of Carrollton
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IH-35E, SH 121 & the President George Bush Turnpike intersect Carrollton
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Served by major railroads
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Dallas/Fort Worth Airport – 10 miles west
For more information, visit www.cityofcarrolton.com.
