About Allen
Allen is located in north central Texas, approximately 25 miles north of downtown Dallas. It is the fourth largest city in Collin County.
Accolades
Allen is continuously featured in national rankings of safety, affordability, education and quality of life, including:
- #2 Best Real-Estate Market (Wallet Hub, 2022)
- "A+" Overall Grade (Niche, 2020)
- 50 Safest Cities in Texas (Safewise, 2020)
- #2 Safest City in Texas (Safehome, 2019)
- #2 Best Place to Launch a Career (Money, 2018)
- Best Suburb in Texas (CNBC, 2018)
- #2 Best Place to Live in America (Money, 2017)
2022 Facts and Figures Highlights
Demographics (2022)
View the annual Facts and Figures Highlights (PDF) for more demographic information.
Demographic | Data |
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Population | 109,039 |
Median age | 35.5 |
Median household income | $112,603 |
Median home value | $367,861 |
Total single-family units | 30,945 |
Allen ISD enrollment | 21,738 |
Adults with a high school diploma | 96.6% |
Adults with a bachelor’s degree or higher | 59% |
Registered voters | 68,732 |
History
Caddo and Comanche tribes lived in the region before immigrants of European descent came to Allen in the 1840s. The original township of Allen was located along the Houston and Texas Central Railroad. It was named for Ebenezer Allen, a former attorney general of Texas and one of the promoters of the railroad. The first train robbery in Texas took place in Allen on February 22, 1878 by Sam Bass and his associates.
In 1907 the Texas Traction Company purchased land on the west side of the Houston and Texas Central Railroad track to build the Interurban line. A devastating fire destroyed most of the business district between the Interurban tracks and the railroad in 1915. The Interurban closed in 1948 and the population of Allen declined to 400 in 1950.
Allen was officially incorporated in 1953. US 75 was built in 1960, launching decades of continuous growth.
History Resources
Video: The Tales of Allen
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Mayor Baine Brooks: “Hatred has no place in Allen”
Mayor Baine Brooks is sharing a message with the Allen community after anti-Semitic fliers were placed on cars parked in a local shopping center. -
Search/Snap/Share: Explore Allen’s public art collection by creating art of your own!
Plan an outing to featured Allen public art and snap some photos of your adventure. Then, share your pictures with us to earn a one-of-a-kind coloring book and a chance to win your own piece of original art! -
Council Meeting Recap: Sidekicks return to Allen, Comprehensive Plan to be updated and more.
Allen City Council met on Tuesday, September 12. Read on for the highlights and approved projects. -
City budget, tax rate approved for fiscal year 2023-2024
Allen residents will continue enjoying one of the lowest tax rates among large Texas cities following the approval of the Fiscal Year 2023-2024 tax rate and city budget. -
North Texas Food Bank Peanut Butter Drive: Sept. 1-30
Join Allen as we participate in North Texas Food Bank's 2023 Peanut Butter Drive. Through Sept. 30, you can donate one of two ways—drop off a physical peanut butter donation in Allen, or donate virtually at ntfb.org. -
Securing your space: The essential role of City residential permits
Are you planning to undertake a home improvement project soon? Whether a simple renovation or a major construction job, obtaining the proper building permits is crucial. Here's a closer look at why you should never overlook the benefits of city permits. -
Access special perks when you become a charter member of the Stephen G. Terrell Recreation Center
Stephen G. Terrell Recreation Center will be Allen's largest and most unique recreation center. Be the first to enjoy all the benefits by becoming a charter member! Whether you live in Allen or another city, enrollment is now open for membership. -
Shelter supplies needed!
Want to support Allen's shelter animals? Consider a donation from our Amazon Wish List! Our top needs are dog food, cat food and laundry soap. -
Sunshine, rechargeable cars and Allen EDC help Allen outpace regional, state job growth
As the world increasingly shifts toward cleaner sources of energy, Texas has positioned itself as a leader in wind and solar power, and this has had a significant impact on job growth in the state. -
AI technology and its impact on business
From streamlining customer service to predicting consumer behaviors, Artificial Intelligence - or AI - is changing the way businesses operate and how they reach customers. -
Inbenta makes its home in Allen, with Melissa Solis at the helm
Inbenta, a conversational AI platform designed to optimize customer experience, announced its new headquarters at One Bethany West in Allen. -
Funds available to support families of victims
Communities Foundation of Texas and VictimsFirst have created fund opportunities to support the families of victims and those wounded.