Frisco is one of the most populous cities in Collin County, Texas, and a rapidly growing suburb of Dallas. The city's population was 188,387 in 2020, according to the US Census Bureau. 

Today, Frisco is a thriving city that you'll love living in! Continue reading to learn more about Frisco:

Initially Called Emerson

This city was initially known as Emerson (after Francis Emerson, who owned the land the town was situated on) but later renamed Frisco City because the original name was too similar to that of another town in Texas. Its new name was in honor of the St. Louis-San Francisco Railway, which was fondly known as Frisco by the locals. The city is located in the Collin and Denton counties and is a part of the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex.

An Agricultural Center

For decades, Frisco was an agricultural center, with cotton, corn and hay as the main crops. The city also had a large chicken ranching industry. In the 1970s and 1980s, however, the development of residential and corporate business parks replaced much of the farmland. The city's population grew rapidly during this time, from 2,000 before the 1980s to over 30,000 by the early 1990s. Frisco is now one of the fastest-growing cities in the United States, as of 2022.

The Frisco Heritage Museum

The Frisco Heritage Museum is a great place to learn about the city's past. It's located in the old Frisco Train Depot, which was built in 1903. The depot served as a stop on the St. Louis-San Francisco Railway and later the Burlington Northern Railroad. The museum has exhibits on the city's history, culture, and railroad heritage, and if you want to see the world's largest home pong console, it's on display here as well.

The Oldest Building in Frisco

The T.J. Campbell Home is one of the oldest buildings in Frisco, and it's located in the Heritage Center. The home was built in 1869 by Frisco's first mayor, Thomas J. Campbell. It's a two-story frame house with a front porch and gingerbread trim. The home has been restored to its original Victorian style and is open for tours.

Living in Frisco Today

Frisco is a great place to live, work, and raise a family. The city has excellent schools like the Frisco High School, a variety of housing options, and plenty of things to do. Frisco is also a business-friendly city and home to many corporate headquarters, including the Dallas Cowboys and FedEx Office. The median home price in Frisco is $675K, while the median household income is $128,761.

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