Located just north of Plano on Highway 75, Allen is experiencing tremendous growth like it's surrounding neighbors. The median resident is 31 years old with a median household income of $82,000. The parks and recreations department really offers residents a unique skate board park. 72% of the city residents are married and commute an average of 30 minutes to work. Need some shopping? You don't have to travel far. The premium oulet mall is located in Allen with designer choices at discount prices.
The average home price is going up in Allen. In 1996, new home construction had an average cost of $143,600. By 2006, new home construction average prices had increased to $289,400.