DFW Relocation Guide
Irving vs Princeton, 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 | Princeton | |
|---|---|---|
| County | Dallas County | Collin County |
| Population | ~257,000 | ~45,000 (fastest-growing in the U.S.) |
| Median HH Income | ~$82,000 | ~$105,000 |
| Median Age | 33 yrs | 32 yrs |
| Median Home Value | ~$350,000 | ~$325,000 |
| Primary District | Coppell ISD — 9/10 | Princeton ISD — 5/10 |
| ZIP Codes | 75038, 75039, 75060, 75061, 75062, 75063 | 75407 |
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
Princeton
- No. 1 fastest-growing city in the U.S. — Census Bureau, 2025
- $400K buys a new 4-bedroom here; the same budget barely starts in Frisco
- Median income $105K, median age 32 — a young-professional boomtown
- Lake Lavon fishing, boating & beaches minutes from every neighborhood
- US-380 freeway upgrade in design — connectivity is only improving
Commute
- 15–20 minutes to McKinney / US-75 via US-380
- ~25 minutes to Allen's Watters Creek corridor
- 35–40 minutes to Legacy West / Toyota HQ in Plano
Common Questions
Irving vs Princeton FAQ
Is Irving or Princeton more expensive?
Irving has the higher estimated median home value (~$350,000 vs ~$325,000 in Princeton). Check the live MLS stats on each city page for current sold prices.
Which has better schools — Irving or Princeton?
Irving is primarily served by Coppell ISD (GreatSchools 9/10) and Princeton by Princeton ISD (5/10). Irving's primary district rates higher overall, but campus-level assignment matters more — verify your specific address.
How do commutes compare between Irving and Princeton?
Irving: 5–10 minutes to DFW International Airport; 15–20 minutes to downtown Dallas via SH-114/183. Princeton: 15–20 minutes to McKinney / US-75 via US-380; ~25 minutes to Allen's Watters Creek corridor.
Still Deciding Between Irving and Princeton?
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