Frisco, Texas facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Frisco, Texas
City
George A. Purefoy Municipal Center at Frisco Square
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Location of Frisco in Collin County, Texas
Country	United States
State	Texas
Counties	Collin, Denton
Established	1902; 123 years ago (1902)
Government
• Type	Council–manager
Area
• City	69.19 sq mi (179.21 km2)
• Land	68.64 sq mi (177.77 km2)
• Water	0.56 sq mi (1.44 km2)
Elevation	689 ft (210 m)
Population  (2020)
• City	200,509
• Estimate  (2025)	239,842
• Rank	US: 99th TX: 14th
• Density	3,494.2/sq mi (1,127.79/km2)
• Urban	504,803 (US: 83rd)
• Urban density	3,328.9/sq mi (1,285.3/km2)
Time zone	UTC−6 (CST)
• Summer (DST)	UTC−5 (CDT)
ZIP Codes	75033—75036, 75068, 75071
Area code(s)	214, 469, 945, 972
FIPS code	48-27684
GNIS feature ID	2410549

Frisco is a city in Texas, a state in the United States. It is located in Collin and Denton counties. Frisco is part of the large Dallas–Fort Worth metroplex area. It is about 25 miles (40 km) from both Dallas Love Field and Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport. In 2020, about 200,509 people lived there.

Frisco grew very quickly. From 2000 to 2009, and again in 2017, it was the fastest-growing city in the U.S. Many people who work in Dallas or Fort Worth live in Frisco. This makes it a "bedroom community." Since 2003, Frisco has been named a Tree City USA. This means it cares about its trees and green spaces.

The U.S. Census Bureau sees Frisco as part of a separate urban area. This area includes McKinney and Frisco. In 2020, this urban area had over 500,000 people. It was the 83rd largest urban area in the United States.

History of Frisco, Texas

When American pioneers first settled the Dallas area, they traveled on trails. One important trail was the Shawnee Trail. This trail later became the Preston Trail, and then Preston Road. A community called Lebanon grew along this trail. It even got a U.S. post office in 1860.

In 1902, a new train line was being built. It was part of the St. Louis–San Francisco Railway, also called "the Frisco." Steam trains needed places to stop for water. Lebanon was too high up for a water stop. So, the stop was built about 4 miles (6 km) west, on lower ground.

A new town started around this train stop. Some people from Lebanon even moved their houses to the new spot. They used logs to roll their homes! The new town was first called Emerson. But the U.S. Postal Service said no. The name was too much like Emberson in Lamar County.

In 1904, the people of the town chose a new name. They picked "Frisco City" to honor the railway. Later, the name was shortened to just Frisco.

Frisco's Location and Weather

Frisco is located within the large Dallas–Fort Worth area. It is partly in Denton and Collin counties. The city covers about 69.19 square miles (179.21 km²). Most of this area is land, with a small part covered by water.

Frisco's Climate

Frisco has a humid subtropical climate. This means it has hot summers and mild winters. The city gets about 39 inches (99 cm) of rain each year. On average, there are 230 sunny days every year. In July, the temperature can reach about 96°F (36°C). In January, it can drop to about 33°F (1°C).

People of Frisco

Frisco has grown a lot! In 2020, there were 200,509 people living in the city. This was a big jump from 116,989 people in 2010.

Frisco is also a very diverse city. In 2020, about 48% of the people were white (not Hispanic or Latino). About 8.8% were Black or African American. A large part of the population, about 26.3%, was Asian. About 11.5% of the people were Hispanic or Latino. People from many different backgrounds call Frisco home.

In 2019, the average household income in Frisco was $116,884. This means that families in Frisco generally earn a good living. Only a small number of families, about 2.2%, lived below the poverty line.

Frisco's Economy

Inside Stonebriar Centre, a large shopping mall

Frisco has many places to shop and eat. These include Stonebriar Centre, a big mall with 165 stores. There is also a huge IKEA furniture store. The Star, which is the headquarters of the Dallas Cowboys, also has shops and restaurants. Many businesses are located along Preston Road, a main street in the city.

Frisco decided to use a small part of its local sales tax to help businesses grow. This money goes to the Frisco Economic Development Corporation (FEDC). The FEDC helps bring new businesses to Frisco. This has helped the city's economy.

Frisco Square is a special area that combines homes, shops, and offices. It has become like a new downtown for Frisco. It includes the city hall, the main library, and a public park. There are also restaurants and a Cinemark movie theater. A hospital, Medical City Plano-Frisco, opened nearby in 2012.

Major Employers in Frisco

Here are some of the biggest employers in Frisco as of 2019:

Arts and Culture in Frisco

Frisco Discovery Center

Frisco is home to the Museum of the American Railroad. This museum is currently located at the Frisco Heritage Museum. A new, separate museum building is being built. The nearby Discovery Center has an art gallery and a theater. It also hosts the National Videogame Museum.

Frisco Square holds many events all year. These include "Arts in the Square" and "Music in the Square." The annual "Christmas in the Square" is a huge holiday light show. It is the largest choreographed light and music show in North Texas. The city hall also has a "Music in the Chamber" concert series.

Frisco Public Library

The Frisco Public Library used to be in City Hall. In March 2023, a new library opened in a converted warehouse. This new library is the sixth-largest in Texas. It even has a full-size Tyrannosaurus skeleton named Rexy!

Sports in Frisco

Frisco is a big center for sports. It has many sports venues and is home to several major sports teams' headquarters. In 2011, Men's Journal magazine called Frisco the "Best Place to Raise an Athlete."

Sports Venues in Frisco

Ford Center at the Star, where the Dallas Cowboys practice

The Ford Center at the Star is a large indoor stadium with 12,000 seats. It is part of "The Star," a big project by the Dallas Cowboys. The Cowboys' headquarters and training facilities are here. High school football teams from Frisco ISD also practice and play games at the Ford Center. Several professional teams have played here, including the Texas Revolution (indoor football) and the Dallas Rattlers (lacrosse).

Riders Field is a baseball stadium with 10,316 seats. The first baseball game was played there on April 3, 2003. It was named the best new ballpark that year.

Toyota Stadium opened in 2005. It has 20,500 seats. It is mainly used for soccer games by FC Dallas. But it also hosts concerts and high school and college football games. Since 2010, it has hosted the NCAA Division I Football Championship. It also hosts the NCAA Division I Frisco Bowl starting in 2017.

The Comerica Center is a place for hockey and basketball. It is home to the Texas Legends (basketball) and the Frisco Fighters (indoor football). It is also a practice facility for the Dallas Stars (hockey).

The Frisco Fighters at the Comerica Center

The Dallas Cowboys (NFL team) moved their main offices to "The Star" in Frisco in 2016. This complex was built with help from Frisco ISD. High school football games have been played there since it opened.

Several indoor football teams have been based in Frisco. These include the Frisco Thunder and the Texas Revolution. In 2020, a new team, the Frisco Fighters, started playing at the Comerica Center. They made it to the playoffs in their first year.

The Dallas Stars (NHL team) have their headquarters in Frisco. They practice at the Comerica Center. The North American Hockey League also had its main offices in Frisco for a while.

National Soccer Hall of Fame

FC Dallas (a Major League Soccer team) moved to Toyota Stadium in 2005. A big international youth soccer tournament, the Dallas Cup, is held in Frisco every year. Teams from all over the world come to play. The National Soccer Hall of Fame is also located at Toyota Stadium.

The main entrance of Riders Field

The Frisco RoughRiders are a minor league baseball team. They play at Riders Field. They are connected to the Texas Rangers.

The Texas Legends are a basketball team in the NBA G League. They play at the Comerica Center. They are connected to the Dallas Mavericks.

In 2017, the Rochester Rattlers lacrosse team moved to Frisco. They became the Dallas Rattlers and played at the Ford Center. However, the team stopped playing after the 2019 season.

The Southland Conference, a college sports organization, moved its headquarters to Frisco in 2006. Toyota Stadium has hosted the college football championship game for the Football Championship Subdivision since 2011.

Other Sports in Frisco

Frisco also has a modern, Olympic-sized swimming center called a natatorium. The Frisco Baseball and Softball Association started in 1984. The Frisco Football League is a league for kids to play football. The Flagfootball4fun Flag Football League (FF4FUN) is another youth flag football league. The famous sports entertainment group Dude Perfect is also based in Frisco.

Parks and Recreation in Frisco

The Frisco Athletic Center has a huge indoor water park. It also has a large outdoor water park. You can find exercise equipment, basketball courts, and group exercise classes there.

In 2023, Universal Destinations & Experiences announced plans for a new theme park in Frisco. It will be called Universal Kids Resort.

Education in Frisco

Schools for Kids

Most of Frisco is served by the Frisco Independent School District (Frisco ISD). Some parts of the city are in other school districts. These include Lewisville Independent School District, Little Elm Independent School District, and Prosper Independent School District.

Frisco ISD has 12 high schools, 18 middle schools, and 43 elementary schools. Most of these schools are within Frisco. Some are in nearby towns like Plano. All Frisco high schools compete in UIL Class 5A sports.

The Frisco ISD Early Childhood School helps younger children. It is for kids aged three and four who meet certain requirements. High school students can also try out different careers at the Frisco ISD Career and Technical Education Center. They can learn about things like veterinary work or graphic design.

Colleges and Universities in Frisco

Collin College is the community college for Frisco. Its Preston Ridge campus opened in Frisco in 1995. Amberton University also has a campus in Frisco.

The University of Dallas moved its Carrollton campus to Frisco. UT Arlington has a business campus in Frisco. You can also take core business courses from the University of North Texas at its Frisco campus.

How to Get Around Frisco

Major Roads

• Dallas North Tollway (Dallas North Tollway)
• Sam Rayburn Tollway (Sam Rayburn Tollway)
• SH 289 (Preston Road)
• US 380 (University Drive)
• FM 423 (U.S. Army Sergeant Enrique Mondragon Memorial Highway)

Famous People from Frisco

Politicians

• Pat Fallon — A member of the United States House of Representatives.
• Jared Patterson — A member of the Texas State House of Representatives.

Entertainers, Artists, and Celebrities

• King Diamond — A heavy metal musician from Denmark.
• Courtney Gibbs — Was Miss Texas USA and Miss USA 1988.
• Maelyn Jarmon — Won the TV show The Voice.
• Cheyenne Kimball — A former band member of Gloriana.
• Dude Perfect — Popular YouTube influencers.
• Madden San Miguel — A social media personality.

Sports Stars

• Jay Ajayi — Former football player for the Miami Dolphins and Philadelphia Eagles.
• Jack Anderson — Professional football player for the Philadelphia Eagles.
• Marion Barber III — Former football player for the Dallas Cowboys and Chicago Bears.
• Ben Bishop — Professional ice hockey player for the Dallas Stars.
• Nick Bolton — Professional football player for the Kansas City Chiefs.
• Bobby Crues — American baseball player.
• Dawson Deaton — Professional football player for the Cleveland Browns.
• Elliott Fry — Professional football player.
• Lamar Jordan — Former football player for the Atlanta Falcons.
• Matt Lepsis — Former football player for the Denver Broncos. He won Super Bowl XXXIII.
• Kene Nwangwu — Professional football player for the Minnesota Vikings.
• Ryan O’Hearn — Professional baseball player for The Baltimore Orioles.
• Red Patterson — Former baseball player for the Los Angeles Dodgers.

See also

In Spanish: Frisco (Texas) para niños