Richardson, Texas
Quick Statistics
Richardson is a community in Dallas County, Texas, home to about 118,731 people spread across 28.6 square miles of land. The median personal income here is $49,461 a year, and a typical home is worth about $431,400. About 64.9% of adults hold a college degree, and 76.7% of residents under 65 have health insurance. The population has grown about 20 percent over the past decade.
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Among the Texas towns GeoStat tracks, Richardson ranks number 33 of 1,795 in population, number 283 in median household income, number 136 in median home value. See how it stacks up on the trends page or compare it with another town.
Summers around Richardson typically top out near 97°F in July, while January nights average about 38°F. The area sees roughly 2 inches of snow a year. Full normals are on the climate page.
| # | Town | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | Plano, TX | 5.9 mi. | 290,594 |
| 2. | Garland, TX | 6.2 mi. | 246,844 |
| 3. | Murphy, TX | 6.5 mi. | 21,188 |
| 4. | Addison, TX | 7.3 mi. | 17,290 |
| 5. | Sachse, TX | 7.5 mi. | 30,491 |
| 6. | Parker, TX | 7.8 mi. | 5,999 |
| 7. | Allen, TX | 9.7 mi. | 110,265 |
| 8. | University Park, TX | 9.9 mi. | 25,155 |
What is the population of Richardson, Texas?
Richardson has a population of about 118,731 people, according to the latest Census Bureau estimates.
What county is Richardson, Texas in?
Richardson is located in Dallas County, Texas.
What is the median home value in Richardson, Texas?
The median home value in Richardson is about $431,400, based on American Community Survey data.
What is the median income in Richardson, Texas?
The median personal income in Richardson is about $49,461 per year.
How many tornadoes have hit near Richardson, Texas?
Since 1950, 107 tornadoes have been recorded in Dallas County. See the tornado page for maps and details of each one.
What is the weather like in Richardson, Texas?
Typical July highs run about 97 degrees and January lows about 38 degrees, with around 2 inches of snow a year. Figures are 30-year NOAA climate normals.
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