DFW Relocation Guide
Coppell 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.
| Coppell | Irving | |
|---|---|---|
| County | Dallas County | Dallas County |
| Population | ~42,000 | ~257,000 |
| Median HH Income | ~$146,000 | ~$82,000 |
| Median Age | 40 yrs | 33 yrs |
| Median Home Value | ~$600,000 | ~$350,000 |
| Primary District | Coppell ISD — 9/10 | Coppell ISD — 9/10 |
| ZIP Codes | 75019 | 75038, 75039, 75060, 75061, 75062, 75063 |
Approximate figures — see each city page for live MLS market stats updated in real time.
The Case For
Coppell
- Coppell ISD — Niche's #3 school district in DFW, #5 in all of Texas
- 10 minutes to DFW Airport — ideal for travel-heavy tech careers
- Mature tree-lined neighborhoods in a compact, low-crime small city
- HQ town — Brinker, Container Store, Vari, plus Cypress Waters next door
- Old Town square, farmers market & Arts Center — a real downtown
Commute
- ~10 minutes to DFW International Airport
- ~15 minutes to the Las Colinas corporate corridor
- 20–25 minutes to downtown Dallas via I-35E
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
Coppell vs Irving FAQ
Is Coppell or Irving more expensive?
Coppell has the higher estimated median home value (~$600,000 vs ~$350,000 in Irving). Check the live MLS stats on each city page for current sold prices.
Which has better schools — Coppell or Irving?
Coppell is primarily served by Coppell 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 Coppell and Irving?
Coppell: ~10 minutes to DFW International Airport; ~15 minutes to the Las Colinas corporate corridor. Irving: 5–10 minutes to DFW International Airport; 15–20 minutes to downtown Dallas via SH-114/183.
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