DFW Relocation Guide
Allen vs Irving, TX
Two of North Texas's most-searched relocation destinations, side by side — prices, schools, commutes, and what daily life looks like in each.
| Allen | Irving | |
|---|---|---|
| County | Collin County | Dallas County |
| Population | ~115,000 | ~257,000 |
| Median HH Income | ~$130,000 | ~$82,000 |
| Median Age | 38 yrs | 33 yrs |
| Median Home Value | ~$495,000 | ~$350,000 |
| Primary District | Allen ISD — 9/10 | Coppell ISD — 9/10 |
| ZIP Codes | 75002, 75013 | 75038, 75039, 75060, 75061, 75062, 75063 |
Approximate figures — see each city page for live MLS market stats updated in real time.
The Case For
Allen
- Allen ISD — GreatSchools 9/10 — one high school, one town: the Allen Eagles
- Eagle Stadium — the famed 18,000-seat high-school showpiece
- Watters Creek & The Farm — walkable dining on greenbelts
- ~$130K median incomes with sub-$500K median home values
- US-75 + Sam Rayburn Tollway put every DFW hub in reach
Commute
- 15–20 minutes to Legacy West / The Star via Sam Rayburn Tollway
- 30–35 minutes to downtown Dallas via US-75
- ~35 minutes to DFW Airport via Sam Rayburn Tollway
The Case For
Irving
- 8 Fortune 500 HQs — one of America's biggest corporate headquarters hubs
- Wells Fargo's new $570M Las Colinas campus — 4,500 jobs (opened 2025)
- Lakeside urban living on Lake Carolyn — canals, gondolas, Water Street
- DART Orange Line — rail to DFW Airport and downtown Dallas, no car needed
- Valley Ranch (75063) buyers can land top-rated Coppell ISD schools
Commute
- 5–10 minutes to DFW International Airport
- 15–20 minutes to downtown Dallas via SH-114/183
- DART Orange Line rail to DFW Terminal A and downtown Dallas
Common Questions
Allen vs Irving FAQ
Is Allen or Irving more expensive?
Allen has the higher estimated median home value (~$495,000 vs ~$350,000 in Irving). Check the live MLS stats on each city page for current sold prices.
Which has better schools — Allen or Irving?
Allen is primarily served by Allen ISD (GreatSchools 9/10) and Irving by Coppell ISD (9/10). Both rate the same overall — campus-level assignment matters more, so verify your specific address.
How do commutes compare between Allen and Irving?
Allen: 15–20 minutes to Legacy West / The Star via Sam Rayburn Tollway; 30–35 minutes to downtown Dallas via US-75. Irving: 5–10 minutes to DFW International Airport; 15–20 minutes to downtown Dallas via SH-114/183.
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