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Frisco

Texas · Dallas-Fort Worth
No Income TaxElite DanceWarmMid Cost
84
/ 100 match score

One of the fastest-growing cities in the US. Frisco ISD is consistently one of the highest-rated in Texas. No state income tax. Safe suburban community north of Dallas.

Match Score Breakdown
Cost of Living
13/20
Family Safety
20/20
State Tax Burden
10/10
Healthcare Quality
13/20
Dance Training
12/12
Musical Theater
6/8
Career / Remote
10/10
Financial Snapshot at $360K Income
State income tax
0.0%
$0/yr
Est. after-tax income
$267,175
incl. FICA + federal
Annual living costs
$99,000
$78,000–$120,000 range
Annual surplus
+$168,175
King: 2.7×
Rent: 3BR family home
$2,200–$3,400/mo
Median SFH purchase price
$590,000
Dance Training
Texas Ballet Theater has a Frisco studio. North Texas area has some of the strongest competitive dance programs nationally. Multiple elite studios. Dr Pepper Arena nearby.
Healthcare
Medical City Frisco and Baylor Scott & White nearby. UT Southwestern accessible via Dallas. Growing medical corridor in the area.
Career & Remote Work
No income tax. Major sports and entertainment companies HQ'd nearby (PGA, XFL). Healthcare IT and tech employers. Excellent for remote workers.
Musical Theater
Strong
Frisco ISD has made significant fine arts investment — dedicated performing arts facilities, competitive theater programs across multiple campuses, and a growing reputation for UIL results. The north Collin County studio corridor (Frisco, Allen, Plano) is among the highest-density MT training clusters in Texas. Multiple studios with national competition programs and instructors with professional credits. Active DFW competition circuit. Good BFA pipeline — this area consistently produces students accepted into college MT programs.
Safety
Violent crime rate:60 per 100KVery Safe

US national average: ~370/100K. Lower suburbs are typically 50–80% safer than city-wide averages shown.

Pros
  • +Zero income tax
  • +Top-tier schools (Frisco ISD)
  • +Very safe — newer planned community
  • +Strong dance studio ecosystem
  • +Rapid appreciation potential
Cons
  • −Very rapid growth can strain infrastructure
  • −Car-dependent — no walkable areas
  • −High property taxes
  • −Hot summers
Internet Quality
Excellent1,000+ Mbps
AT&T Fiber throughout Frisco. One of the fastest-growing cities in the US has prioritized fiber buildout from the ground up.
Quick Stats
School rating
9/10
Healthcare rating
8/10
Tech job market
excellent
Remote friendly
Yes

Financial estimates assume $360K gross income: FICA 7.65% + rough federal bracket + state rate shown. Does not include city income taxes, municipal taxes, or deductions. Actual tax liability varies. Consult a CPA.