DFW Relocation Guide
Irving vs Little Elm, TX
Two of North Texas's most-searched relocation destinations, side by side — prices, schools, commutes, and what daily life looks like in each.
| Irving | Little Elm | |
|---|---|---|
| County | Dallas County | Denton County |
| Population | ~257,000 | ~62,000 |
| Median HH Income | ~$82,000 | ~$119,000 |
| Median Age | 33 yrs | 33 yrs |
| Median Home Value | ~$350,000 | ~$430,000 |
| Primary District | Coppell ISD — 9/10 | Little Elm ISD — 7/10 |
| ZIP Codes | 75038, 75039, 75060, 75061, 75062, 75063 | 75068 |
Approximate figures — see each city page for live MLS market stats updated in real time.
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
The Case For
Little Elm
- The only true beach-town lifestyle in the DFW metroplex
- 66 miles of shoreline living minutes from Frisco's job boom
- Universal Kids Resort and PGA Frisco are a short drive away
- Six-figure median incomes with homes well under Frisco prices
- DNT and US-380 put every North Dallas job hub within reach
Commute
- 15–20 minutes to Frisco's PGA / Star district via US-380 or FM-423
- 25–30 minutes to Legacy West / Toyota HQ via DNT
- 40–45 minutes to downtown Dallas via DNT
Common Questions
Irving vs Little Elm FAQ
Is Irving or Little Elm more expensive?
Little Elm has the higher estimated median home value (~$430,000 vs ~$350,000 in Irving). Check the live MLS stats on each city page for current sold prices.
Which has better schools — Irving or Little Elm?
Irving is primarily served by Coppell ISD (GreatSchools 9/10) and Little Elm by Little Elm ISD (7/10). Irving's primary district rates higher overall, but campus-level assignment matters more — verify your specific address.
How do commutes compare between Irving and Little Elm?
Irving: 5–10 minutes to DFW International Airport; 15–20 minutes to downtown Dallas via SH-114/183. Little Elm: 15–20 minutes to Frisco's PGA / Star district via US-380 or FM-423; 25–30 minutes to Legacy West / Toyota HQ via DNT.
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