Why is Plano the City of Excellence?

Plano, Texas has earned a national reputation as one of the best places in the United States for families to live and work. Located just 19 miles north of Downtown Dallas, Plano offers access to all the amenities of the DFW metropolitan area within a reasonable drive by car or light rail. We’re the 9th largest city in Texas, with a population just over 280,000. You can live here and afford to do the things you want to do. And if you want to get away, DFW International Airport can take you to hundreds destinations world-wide. Plano residents place a high value on education, safety and healthcare. We have great neighborhoods, strong education, iconic and authentic Texas cuisine, affordable living and plenty of entertaining things to do.