Dallas–Fort Worth–Arlington
Frisco, Texas — salaries, cost of living & taxes (2026)
Frisco is the fastest-growing city in America (by percentage) over the last decade, and it shows in the median household income, which now exceeds $140k. Anchored by The Star (the Cowboys' HQ and practice facility), the PGA of America's HQ, and a near-constant stream of new corporate moves, Frisco is the showcase of north Texas suburban growth.
The job market
Sports and entertainment (Cowboys HQ at The Star, PGA of America HQ, FC Dallas), tech and professional services, healthcare (Children's Health, Texas Health), and an outsized share of corporate satellite offices for firms with HQs elsewhere. The job market spills into adjacent McKinney and Plano.
Top industries: Sports & entertainment, Technology, Professional services, Healthcare, Education.
Housing & cost of living
Median home prices around $620k — the highest-priced Texas city of any meaningful size. Lot sizes are smaller than older Texas suburbs; tree cover is limited because of the recent build-out. Property tax effective rates around 2.05%.
Taxes in Frisco
8.25% sales tax, no state income tax. Frisco's homeowner tax bills routinely exceed $13,000/year on typical homes. Frisco ISD is the second-largest district by enrollment in Texas and consistently ranks among the top public-school systems in the country.
Should you move here?
Best for high-income families prioritizing top-rated schools and new construction. Less compelling for retirees on fixed income (property taxes hurt) or for anyone who wants character — most of Frisco was built after 2000.
What people love: Highest median household income of any Texas city its size, top-rated Frisco ISD, and rapid commercial growth.
What to watch out for: New construction is everywhere; lot sizes and tree cover are limited, and property taxes on $600k+ homes add up fast.
Estimate your Frisco take-home
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Estimates use 2026 projected federal brackets, the standard deduction for your filing status, and current FICA rates. Texas has no state income tax, so your gross is not reduced by any state withholding.
Frequently asked questions
What's the median household income in Frisco?
The median household income in Frisco is approximately $142,000. That's a Census ACS estimate; individual neighborhoods vary widely. Higher-income suburbs lift the citywide number significantly.
What's the property tax rate in Frisco?
Frisco's effective property tax rate is approximately 2.05% — combined city, county, school district, and special-district rates. On a $400,000 home, that's roughly $8,200 per year. File for the homestead exemption to cap annual increases at 10% and lower the school district appraised value.
Does Frisco have a city or local income tax?
No. Texas has no state income tax, and no Texas city levies a local income tax on wages. Sales tax in Frisco is 8.25%.
How does Frisco compare to other Texas cities for cost of living?
Frisco's cost of living index is approximately 119 (U.S. average = 100). That's above-average, driven primarily by housing.
Is Frisco a good place for remote workers?
Frisco works well for remote workers because Texas charges no state income tax. If you work for an out-of-state employer from Frisco, your wages are Texas-source and untaxed at the state level — except for cases involving New York's convenience-of-employer rule. See our remote worker guide for details.