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Richardson
  • City in Texas

Report Card

grade A+
Overall Niche Grade
  1. Public Schools
    grade A
  2. Crime & Safety
    grade C+
  3. Housing
    grade B
  4. Nightlife
    grade A
  5. Good for Families
    grade A
  6. Diversity
    grade A+
  7. Jobs
    grade B+
  8. Weather
    grade B+
  9. Cost of Living
    grade C+
  10. Health & Fitness
    grade A
  11. Outdoor Activities
    grade B+
  12. Commute
    grade B+

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Richardson is a city in Texas with a population of 115,904. Richardson is in Dallas County and is one of the best places to live in Texas. Living in Richardson offers residents an urban suburban mix feel and most residents own their homes. In Richardson there are a lot of restaurants, coffee shops, and parks. Many families and young professionals live in Richardson and residents tend to have moderate political views. The public schools in Richardson are highly rated.

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About Richardson...
Population
115,904

Home Listings

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Real Estate

Median Home Value
$326,900
National
$244,900
Median Rent
$1,555
National
$1,163
Area Feel
Urban Suburban Mix
Rent vs. Own
  • Rent
    46%
  • Own
    54%
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Richardson Rankings

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Crime & Safety

Crime & Safety
grade C+
Based on violent and property crime rates.
Violent Crimes
  • Calculated annually per 100,000 residents
  • Assault
    83
    national  282.7
  • Murder
    4.1
    national  6.1
  • Rape
    16.3
    national  40.7
  • Robbery
    44.8
    national  135.5
Property Crimes
  • Calculated annually per 100,000 residents
  • Burglary
    231.9
    national  500.1
  • Theft
    1,595.2
    national  2,042.8
  • Motor Vehicle Theft
    244
    national  284

Residents

Diversity
grade A+
Based on ethnic and economic diversity.
Age
  • <10 years
    12%
  • 10-17 years
    10%
  • 18-24 years
    12%
  • 25-34 years
    17%
  • 35-44 years
    13%
  • 45-54 years
    13%
  • 55-64 years
    11%
  • 65+ years
    13%
Education Levels
  • Master's degree or higher
    22%
    national  13%
  • Bachelor's degree
    32%
    national  21%
  • Some college or associate's degree
    26%
    national  29%
  • High school diploma or equivalent
    12%
    national  26%
  • Less than high school diploma
    8%
    national  11%

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