Located within both Dallas and Collin counties in Texas, Richardson is a city that lies within the United States. According to the 2020 United States census, Richardson is a suburb of Dallas and is part of the Mid-Cities region, which is itself a component of the larger Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex.
Richard Richardson was listed as the 15th top city to reside in the United States according to Money magazine in 2006, making it the third best place to live in Texas.
The city limits of Richardson, Texas are primarily bordered by the cities of Dallas, Plano, and Garland, with the exception of a small panhandle located in the northeastern part of the municipality.
Richardson’s climate is marked by sweltering summers and relatively mild winters, with a subtropical humid climate (Cfa) according to the Köppen system.
According to the 2020 census in the United States, the city had a population of 119,469 individuals, with 44,136 households and 29,113 families living there.
Richardson is a hub for a sizable population of Vietnamese Americans and boasts numerous Vietnamese-focused retail establishments, shopping centers, markets, and complexes, particularly in close proximity to U.S. 75, including the Hong Kong Market and the Cali Saigon Shopping Mall.
The value of properties in the city has increased significantly over the past decade, with the total assessed property value rising from $8.3 billion in 2005 to $14 billion in 2017. This growth has been accompanied by a corresponding increase in sales tax collection, which has jumped from $21 million in 2005 to an estimated $32.9 million in 2017.
Richardson is home to the corporate headquarters of Metro by T-Mobile, Fossil Group, Lennox International, Vent-A-Hood, Wingstop Restaurants, id Software, VCE, BlueCross BlueShield of Texas, RealPage, Fujitsu Network Communications (U.S. Headquarters), and Samsung Mobile.
The Charles W. Eisemann Center for Performing Arts, situated in Richardson, acts as the main performance space for both the Richardson Symphony Orchestra and the Plano Symphony Orchestra.
The city, situated in North Central Texas, has a rich history dating back to its incorporation in 1925. The city’s governing document, known as the Charter, has undergone several revisions, with the most recent update being made in November 2015. The city operates under the council-manager form of government, a system that has been in place since 1956.
The city’s educational needs are met by two separate school districts, the Richardson Independent School District (RISD) and the Plano Independent School District (PISD), which serve the Dallas County and Collin County portions of the city, respectively. Notably, the Richardson Independent School District extends beyond the city’s boundaries, with the majority of its territory located in Dallas (60%), followed by Richardson (35%), and a small portion in Garland (5%).
The Richardson Public Library can be found at the intersection of U.S. Route 75 (North Central Expressway) and Arapaho Road, specifically situated on 900 Civic Center Drive at the southwest corner of this junction.
Richardson and the surrounding area experience advantages due to the presence of two significant highways within the city limits. The President George Bush Turnpike, which stretches from east to west along the city’s northern edge, offers a direct route to the Dallas Fort Worth International Airport and connects to several other major highways such as IH 35E, IH 30, IH 20, SH 114, and SH 183 to the west of the city. Additionally, it serves as a secondary connection to IH 30 on the eastern side of the city.
Prominent roadways
Interstate 635 – (Lyndon B. Johnson Freeway)
U.S. Highway 75 – (North Central Expressway)
State Highway 190 – (President George Bush Turnpike) (toll)
Public transportation options include light rail, with the Red Line and Orange Line servicing the area. The Spring Valley and Arapaho Center stations are conveniently located near popular destinations. Additionally, the Galatyn Park and Bush Turnpike stations provide easy access to surrounding attractions.
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