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Melissa, TX

Texas · Collin County · Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington Metro

Melissa is a small city in Texas with a population of 17,497. Residents earn $137,875 per year, which is 83% above the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
17,497 Population 1,527/sq mi density
$137,875 Median Income $46,119 per capita
$430,300 Home Value $435,030 Zillow
$2,341 Median Rent 34.0% income on rent
65°F Avg Temperature 323 sunny days/yr
63 Violent Crime/100K 679 property/100K
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.9 / 5.0
$137,875 median income, 2.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$430,300 home value, $2,341/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
63 violent crimes/100K (84% below avg)
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
52.2% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $137,875
83% higher than US avg
Home Value $430,300
53% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 63/100K
84% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 52.2%
55% higher than US avg
Median Rent $2,341
101% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.6%
8% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.6%
28% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.7%
86% lower than US avg

How Melissa Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population17,497
Median Age36.5 yrs
Density1,527/mi²
Male / Female50% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 67%
Veterans7.6%

Economy

A+
Median Income$137,875
Per Capita$46,119
Unemployment2.6%
Poverty1.7%
County GDP$115,358M
Commute32 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$430,300
Rent$2,341
Ownership88.3%
Zillow$435,030
Housing Units4,963
Rent Burden34.0%

Crime

F
Violent63/100K
Property679/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault45/100K
Burglary89/100K

Health

Obesity34.6%
Uninsured10.8%
Smoking10.8%
Depression22.9%
Heart Disease4.6%

Climate

Avg Temp65°F (18°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Sunny Days323/yr
Elevation655 ft (200 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+52.2%
High School+94.6%
Graduate+13.0%
School Score6.94

Community

2024 VoteR 54% / D 43%
Commute32 min
Broadband98.1%
EV Stations2
Libraries16

Is Melissa a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Melissa receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, low crime rates, a highly educated population. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Melissa stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Melissa is $137,875, which is significantly higher than the national average / 83% above $75,149. This places Melissa among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.6%. Only 1.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Melissa is $430,300, making it a premium housing market at 53% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $2,341 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 3.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Melissa is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 63 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 679 per 100,000, 65% below the national average.

Education

Melissa is a highly educated community / 52.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 94.6% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.9/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Melissa enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F. Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. With 323 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Melissa has a population of 17,497 with a density of 1,527 people per square mile, spread across 11.5 square miles. The median age is 36.5 years, 6% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.5% female and 49.5% male. The city is predominantly White (66.5%), with 17.7% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 83.5% of residents, while 16.5% speak Spanish. 7.6% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 7.9% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 96.1% have health insurance coverage.

Population

17,497
Total Population
1,527
People / sq mi
36.5yrs
Median Age
6% below US avg
11.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.5%
Female 50.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Melissa vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 83.5%
6% above US avg
Spanish 16.5%
23% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Melissa vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Melissa is $137,875, which is 83% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $46,119 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,694, 18% higher than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 2.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.7% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 34,830 business establishments, including 2,668 restaurants. The cost of living index is 97.1, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes (longer than the 28-minute US average). 29.3% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Melissa vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$137,875
83% above US avg
Per Capita Income$46,119
Avg Weekly Wage$1,694
IRS Avg AGI$129,628
Gini Index0.433 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.6%
28% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.7%
86% below US avg
Establishments (County)34,830
County GDP$115,358M

Business (County)

Restaurants2,668
Healthcare4,398
Retail2,985
Manufacturing491

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$10,750
207% above US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.50%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.4 min
Drive Alone56.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home29.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Melissa is $430,300, 53% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $435,030. Homes sell for 97.3% of their list price. Monthly rent averages $2,341 (101% above the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $935 for a one-bedroom to $1,149 for a two-bedroom apartment. 88.3% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 4,963 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 2014. The average annual property tax is $10,750 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 34.0% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.1x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$430,300
53% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$435,030
Median List Price$457,500

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$457,500
$/Sq Ft$186
Homes Sold17
Sale-to-List Ratio97.3%
Price Drops36.8%
Inventory133

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$2,341
101% above US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$1,746
Rent Burden34.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$887
1 Bedroom$935
2 Bedrooms$1,149
3 Bedrooms$1,497
4 Bedrooms$1,733

Ownership & Property

Homeownership88.3%
Owner-Occupied88.3%
Renter-Occupied11.7%
Housing Units4,963
Median Year Built2014

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$10,750
207% above US avg
Effective Rate2.50%
In Melissa, 34.6% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 8.8% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 4.6% of residents, below the national average. 30.4% have high blood pressure. 10.8% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 19.2% report binge drinking. 20.4% are physically inactive, below the national average. 22.9% report depression. 16.7% experience frequent mental distress. 10.8% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,027. The dentist ratio is 1:1,438. 93.0% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 8.6 out of 10.

Health Metrics: Melissa vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.6%
8% above US avg
Diabetes8.8%
Heart Disease4.6%
High Blood Pressure30.4%
Asthma9.8%
COPD4.7%
Cancer6.8%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking10.8%
23% below US avg
Binge Drinking19.2%
Physical Inactivity20.4%
Depression22.9%
Mental Distress16.7%
Physical Distress11.1%
Short Sleep35.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.1%
Uninsured10.8%
26% above US avg
Primary Care1:1,027
Dentists1:1,438
Mental Health1:548
Checkup Rate73.9%
Dental Visits65.9%
Premature Death4,576/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.6/10
Exercise Access93.0%
Healthcare Facilities4,398
Melissa has a violent crime rate of 63 per 100,000 residents, 84% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 44.7 per 100,000, robbery at 0.0, rape at 17.9. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 679 per 100,000, 65% below the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 581, burglary at 89, vehicle theft at 9 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 72 fatal traffic crashes. The area has experienced 91 federally declared disasters. Overall, Melissa receives a safety grade of F.

Crime Rates: Melissa vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent62.5/100K
84% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape17.9/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault44.7/100K

Property Crime

Total Property678.9/100K
65% below US avg
Burglary89.3/100K
Theft580.6/100K
Vehicle Theft8.9/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)72
Traffic Accidents59
Avg Accident Severity2.2 / 4.0
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Melissa enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. The area gets 323 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42. The city sits at an elevation of 655 feet.

Temperature

45°F Jan (7°C) 83°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average64.9°F
20% above US avg
January Average45°F (7°C)
July Average83°F (29°C)
Sunny Days323 days/yr

Geography

Elevation655 ft (200 m)
Area11.5 sq mi (29.7 km²)
Population Density1,527/sq mi
Coordinates33.2885°N, 96.5576°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
CountyCollin County County
Nearest AirportNorth Texas Regional/Perrin Field (PNX)
30 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Wettest Month (May) 5.79"
Driest Month (Jan) 1.97"

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

Ozone (O₃)0.0507 ppm

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively High
Risk Score98.9 / 100
Social Vulnerability10.6 / 100
Community Resilience58.4 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Very High
Hurricane Relatively Low
Earthquake Relatively Low
Wildfire Relatively Low
Flood Relatively High
Hail Very High
Strong Wind Relatively High
Heat Wave Relatively High
Winter Weather Relatively High
Lightning Relatively Moderate
Ice Storm Relatively High
Drought Relatively Low
Cold Wave Relatively High
Landslide Very Low
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

169 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.0. Most recent: M3.1 on Aug 29, 2024.

May 7, 2015 5 km N of Venus, Texas M4.0 103 km
Dec 9, 2013 8 km S of Perrin, Texas M3.7 145 km
Nov 28, 2013 6 km SSW of Perrin, Texas M3.7 147 km
Jan 7, 2015 6 km NE of Irving, Texas M3.6 58 km
Dec 8, 2013 0 km NNE of Sanctuary, Texas M3.6 104 km
Nov 20, 2013 1 km NNW of Azle, Texas M3.6 102 km
Jan 6, 2015 4 km ENE of Irving, Texas M3.5 60 km
Jun 24, 2012 3 km SSE of Briaroaks, Texas M3.5 113 km
Mar 4, 2013 5 km S of Tishomingo, Oklahoma M3.5 101 km
Jun 8, 2004 6 km N of Lone Grove, Oklahoma M3.5 123 km
Apr 28, 2013 4 km NNW of Oakland, Oklahoma M3.5 97 km
Nov 25, 2013 3 km WNW of Sanctuary, Texas M3.4 107 km
May 31, 1997 3 km ESE of Neylandville, Texas M3.4 56 km
Oct 20, 2002 8 km WSW of Lane, Oklahoma M3.4 118 km
Sep 30, 2012 4 km NW of Irving, Texas M3.4 63 km
May 19, 2018 8 km NW of Venus, Texas M3.4 106 km
Sep 23, 2013 4 km WNW of Marietta, Oklahoma M3.4 92 km
Jan 18, 2012 9 km SSE of Godley, Texas M3.3 134 km
May 16, 2009 5 km NNW of Grand Prairie, Texas M3.3 70 km
Jun 15, 2012 5 km SSE of Briaroaks, Texas M3.3 114 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

1 hurricane (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 1. Most recent: Ike (2008, Cat 1).

Year Name Category Closest
2008 Ike Category 1 281 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tornado History

788 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF4. Total: 69 fatalities, 1,789 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Apr 27, 2024 EF4 88 km 1
Nov 4, 2022 EF4 83 km 0
Dec 26, 2015 EF4 55 km 10
Apr 25, 1994 EF4 79 km 3
Apr 2, 1982 EF4 95 km 10
May 13, 1981 EF4 96 km 0
Apr 2, 1957 EF4 80 km 2
Apr 2, 1957 EF4 72 km 3
May 25, 2024 EF3 20 km 0
Oct 20, 2019 EF3 57 km 0
Apr 30, 2019 EF3 83 km 2
May 9, 2016 EF3 92 km 0
Dec 26, 2015 EF3 98 km 0
May 25, 2015 EF3 82 km 1
Apr 3, 2012 EF3 61 km 0
May 9, 2006 EF3 10 km 3
Apr 16, 2002 EF3 95 km 0
Mar 28, 2000 EF3 81 km 0
Mar 28, 2000 EF3 95 km 2
May 7, 1995 EF3 94 km 2
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

8 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: CALLISBURG (5,797 ac, 2005).

Year Name Acres Distance
2005 CALLISBURG 5,797 70 km
2005 ACHILLE 4,958 66 km
2013 ROCKY POINT 3,165 80 km
2022 UNNAMED 2,362 95 km
2006 UNNAMED 1,634 74 km
1990 AUTOBON 1,427 99 km
2005 UNNAMED 1,227 91 km
2006 COOPER LAKE 1,224 72 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 45°F (7°C) 2.0 in Coldest, Driest
February 48°F (9°C) 2.8 in
March 56°F (13°C) 3.4 in
April 64°F (18°C) 3.8 in
May 71°F (22°C) 5.8 in Wettest
June 79°F (26°C) 4.0 in
July 83°F (29°C) 2.5 in Warmest
August 83°F (28°C) 2.2 in
September 76°F (25°C) 4.4 in
October 66°F (19°C) 3.9 in
November 54°F (12°C) 3.0 in
December 46°F (8°C) 2.4 in

Melissa has a seasonal temperature swing of 38°F / from 45°F in January to 83°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 40.1 inches, with May being the wettest month (5.8") and January the driest (2.0").

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Melissa is located in Collin County. It is classified as Metro / 1 million+, part of a metropolitan area. 52.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 55% above the national average of 33.7%. 94.6% have completed high school. 13.0% hold a graduate or professional degree. Area schools have an average test score of 6.9 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 54.3% of the vote, a 11.1-point margin. 98.1% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 2 EV charging stations. There are 16 public libraries serving the community. 4,398 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 56.1% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 54.3%
D 43.1%

Winner: Republican by 11.1 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)72
Traffic Accidents59
Avg Accident Severity2.2 / 4.0
FEMA Disaster Declarations91
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+52.2%
55% above US avg
High School+94.6%
Graduate Degree+13.0%
School Test Score6.94
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 1Metro / 1 million+
Population Density1,527/sq mi
Total Area11.5 sq mi
CountyCollin County County

Services

Broadband Access98.1%
Avg Download Speed135.8 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed24.1 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations2
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries16
Healthcare Facilities4,398
Restaurants2,668
Retail Stores2,985

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute32.4 min
Drive Alone56.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home29.3%
Average costs for common services in Melissa. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care) $243 ($146–$388)
Specialist Visit $340 ($194–$534)
Urgent Care Visit $194 ($97–$340)
Emergency Room Visit $2,136 ($777–$4,855)
Dental Cleaning $126 ($73–$194)
Dental Filling $243 ($146–$388)
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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional) $44 ($24–$73)
Oil Change (Synthetic) $73 ($49–$117)
Brake Pad Replacement $291 ($146–$486)
Tire Rotation $39 ($19–$73)
New Tires (Set of 4) $583 ($388–$971)
Battery Replacement $194 ($97–$340)
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Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour) $97 ($58–$146)
Electrician (Per Hour) $87 ($49–$136)
HVAC Repair $388 ($146–$777)
HVAC System Install $6,797 ($3,884–$11,652)
Roof Repair $971 ($388–$1,942)
Roof Replacement $8,739 ($5,341–$14,565)
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Legal

Divorce (Uncontested) $1,457 ($486–$3,399)
Divorce (Contested) $14,565 ($4,855–$29,130)
DUI Defense $4,855 ($1,942–$9,710)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) $1,457 ($777–$2,913)
Will Preparation $486 ($194–$971)
Trust Preparation $2,428 ($971–$4,855)
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Personal Care

Men's Haircut $24 ($15–$44)
Women's Haircut $53 ($29–$97)
Hair Coloring (Full) $146 ($73–$243)
Manicure $24 ($15–$44)
Pedicure $39 ($24–$63)
Massage (1 Hour) $78 ($49–$126)
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Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon) $3.98 ($2.91–$5.34)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen) $3.40 ($2.43–$4.86)
Loaf of Bread $3.69 ($2.43–$5.34)
Chicken Breast (per lb) $4.37 ($2.91–$6.31)
Ground Beef (per lb) $5.34 ($3.88–$7.28)
Rice (per lb) $0.97 ($0.58–$1.75)
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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly) $136 ($78–$243)
Natural Gas (Monthly) $68 ($29–$146)
Water/Sewer (Monthly) $68 ($39–$117)
Internet (Monthly) $68 ($39–$97)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) $63 ($29–$97)
Cable TV (Monthly) $83 ($49–$146)
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Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown) $194 ($73–$486)
Car Insurance (Annual) $1,942 ($1,165–$3,399)
Bus Pass (Monthly) $68 ($29–$126)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) $15 ($7.77–$24)
Car Registration (Annual) $97 ($29–$243)
Driver's License Renewal $29 ($15–$73)
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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly) $1,165 ($583–$2,428)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) $971 ($486–$1,942)
After-School Care (Monthly) $388 ($194–$680)
Tutoring (Per Hour) $49 ($24–$97)
SAT/ACT Prep Course $971 ($388–$2,428)
Private School (K-12, Annual) $12,138 ($4,855–$29,130)
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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) $58 ($29–$97)
Dog Vaccination (Annual) $97 ($49–$194)
Dog Grooming $58 ($29–$97)
Pet Boarding (Per Night) $39 ($19–$73)
Dog Spay/Neuter $291 ($146–$486)
Cat Spay/Neuter $194 ($97–$388)
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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant$827
Toddler$762
Preschool$736
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$723
Toddler$684
Preschool$675
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Collin County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Professional & Technical Services 67,161 7,847 $123,621 1.77
Finance & Insurance 63,095 2,315 $127,460 2.84
Health Care & Social Assistance 60,845 4,922 $65,782 0.78
Retail Trade 57,277 2,938 $46,330 1.05
Accommodation & Food Services 51,638 2,538 $31,994 1.04
Manufacturing 29,696 802 $129,396 0.66
Administrative & Waste Services 28,799 2,182 $73,071 0.90
Construction 24,062 1,989 $93,997 0.84
Information & Technology 19,759 792 $155,610 1.93
Wholesale Trade 19,740 1,727 $128,077 0.92
Management of Companies 14,467 245 $165,498 1.57
Other Services 13,418 2,144 $53,131 0.82
Real Estate 9,457 1,946 $83,550 1.11
Arts & Entertainment 8,904 506 $68,081 0.97
Educational Services 7,348 663 $31,306 0.65
Transportation & Warehousing 7,227 556 $76,352 0.31
Mining & Oil/Gas 1,227 93 $308,564 0.59
Utilities 597 39 $121,690 0.29
Unclassified 512 340 $66,181 0.67
Agriculture & Forestry 353 69 $47,490 0.08

Schools in Melissa

5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
MELISSA H S High 1,485 97 15.3:1
MELISSA MIDDLE Middle 1,232 80 15.4:1
HARRY MCKILLOP EL Elementary 955 54 17.7:1
NORTH CREEK EL Elementary 813 49 16.6:1
MELISSA RIDGE EDUCATION CENTER — 239 13 18.4:1
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Radio Stations near Melissa

10 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Yesterday USA Red Network nostalgia, old time radio AAC 128 kbps
WBAP News Talk news talk AAC+ 48 kbps
Yesterday USA Blue Network nostalgia, old time radio AAC 128 kbps
91.7 KXT The Republic of Music — MP3 128 kbps
93.1 KMKT - KATY COUNTRY contemporary country, country music MP3 64 kbps
92.9 KUZU — MP3 320 kbps
SportsRadio 1310 & 96.7 The Ticket sports AAC+ 48 kbps
Salem News Channel Audio Stream conservative talk, news MP3 32 kbps
KUZU-LP 92.9 FM Denton, TX community radio, denton MP3 320 kbps
JINKS 007 — MP3

Campgrounds Near Melissa

7 campgrounds found near Melissa.

NameRatingSitesPrice
Hickory Creek (TX) 4.6/5 129 $14–$30
CLEAR LAKE (TX) 4.1/5 23 $30–$150
EAST FORK (TX) 4.0/5 70 $14–$150
LAVONIA 3.8/5 45 $14–$30
LAKELAND PAVILION 2.7/5 1 $150
HACKBERRY PAVILION 1.0/5 — $150
WESTLAKE DAY USE 1.0/5 4 $75–$100

National Parks Near Melissa

10 national parks and monuments found near Melissa.

ParkTypeFee
Bonham State Park State Park Free
Boswell State Park State Park Free
Cedar Hill State Park State Park Free
Eisenhower State Park State Park Free
Lake Murray State Resort Park State Park Free
Lake Tawakoni State Park State Park Free
Lake Texoma State Resort Park State Park Free
Purtis Creek State Park State Park Free
Ray Roberts Lake State Park State Park Free
Ray Roberts Lake State Park State Park Free

Museums in Melissa

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
HEARD NATURAL SCIENCE MUSEUM & WILDLIFE SANCTUARYZOO, AQUARIUM, OR WILDLIFE CONSERVATION9725625566$1,006,001
HERITAGE GUILD OF COLLIN COUNTYHISTORIC PRESERVATION315 SOUTH CHESTNUT STREET9725628790$370,560
CELINA AREA HERITAGE ASSOCIATIONHISTORY MUSEUM211 WEST PECAN STREET9723823600$11,698
ALLEN HERITAGE GUILDHISTORIC PRESERVATION9727272772
ANNA AREA HISTORIAL PRESERVATION SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION9729243927
ARTS GALLERY OF COLLINS COLLEGEART MUSEUM9728825873
COLLIN COUNTY HISTORIC PRESERVATION GROUPHISTORIC PRESERVATION
COLLIN COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION9725429457
COLLIN COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION300 EAST VIRGINIA STREET9725429457
DALLAS MARINE AQUARIUM SOCIETYZOO, AQUARIUM, OR WILDLIFE CONSERVATION4760 PRESTON RD STE 244-311
FARM MUSEUM FOUNDATION OF COLLIN COUNTYGENERAL MUSEUM9724241460
FARMERSVILLE HERITAGE MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM
GUNTER LIBRARY AND MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM110 S STATE HIGHWAY 289 SUITE 48774383495
HEARD-CRAIG CENTER FOR ARTSGENERAL MUSEUM9725696909
MCKINNEY ARMED SERVICES MEMORIALHISTORIC PRESERVATION
NORTH COLLIN COUNTY GENEALOGY SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION300 E VIRGINIA ST9727826681
PROSPER HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
SPRING CREEK MODEL RAILROAD CLUBHISTORIC PRESERVATION
USS CHARAGENERAL MUSEUM9723902444
VAN ALSTYNE HISTORICAL MUSEUMHISTORIC PRESERVATION9034821131
WHITEWRGHT HISTORICAL NATURE PARKARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER9033649974

Libraries in Melissa

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
MCKINNEY PUBLIC LIBRARY SYSTEM101 E HUNT ST0.0428,406
ALLEN PUBLIC LIBRARY300 N ALLEN DR0.0346,903
HOWE COMMUNITY LIBRARY315 S COLLINS FWY0.031,798
MELISSA PUBLIC LIBRARY3411 BARKER AVE0.028,392
VAN ALSTYNE PUBLIC LIBRARY151 W COOPER ST0.024,416
CHARLES J RIKE MEMORIAL LIBRARY203 ORANGE AVE0.020,094
PROSPER COMMUNITY LIBRARY700 N COLEMAN ST0.013,997
WHITEWRIGHT PUBLIC LIBRARY200 W GRAND ST0.011,209
CELINA PUBLIC LIBRARY142 N OHIO DR0.010,917
LOIS NELSON PUBLIC LIBRARY323 MCKINNEY AVE0.06,281
LUCILE TEAGUE LIBRARY201 S BRITTON ST STE 20.03,972
GUNTER LIBRARY AND MUSEUM110 S STATE HIGHWAY 289 STE 40.02,332

Farmers Markets in Melissa

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Celina's Friday Night Market142 N Ohio Street03/31/2017 to 11/03/2017Fri: 6:00 PM-9:00 PM;Visit
Historic McKinney Farmers Market at Chestnut Square Historic Village315 S. Chestnut St.04/05/2014 to 11/22/2014Sat: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM;YesVisit
The Historic McKinney Farmers Market at Adriatica6851 Virginia Pkway04/10/2014 to 09/25/2014Thu: 3:00 PM-6:00 PM;Visit

Breweries in Melissa

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Boston's Restaurant & Sports BarAmerican Restaurant, Brewery, Pizza Place, American Restaurant, Pizza Place, and Brewery6800 State Highway 1212145850900, (214) 585-0900Visit
Franconia Brewing CoBrewers495 Mckinney Pkwy[9725420705], 9725420705Visit
Nine Band BreweryBreweries, Food & Drink9 Prestige Cir9726635707
Rugby House PubPub, Brewery, Bar8604 Preston Rd (at Mcdermott Rd)9726688034Visit

Pharmacies in Melissa

1 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy Address Phone
MEDPRO PHARMACY 2212 SAM RAYBURN HIGHWAY 972-837-2900

EV Charging Stations in Melissa

NameAddressNetworkLevel 2DC FastConnectorsAccess
Buc-ee's - Tesla Supercharger1550 Central ExpresswayTesla8TESLApublic

Cell Towers in Melissa

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
DARWIN AND SKAGGS (70123)GTOWER92
DARWIN AND SKAGGS (70123)GTOWER92
16048 FARM MARKET 1778 (79717)LTOWER60
16048 FARM MARKET 1778 (79717)LTOWER60
410 OLD MILL ROAD (80809)LTOWER60
410 OLD MILL ROAD (80809)LTOWER60
1593 EAST FARM MARKET 455 (82121)LTOWER60
1593 EAST FARM MARKET 455 (82121)LTOWER60
1593 EAST FARM MARKET 455 (82121)LTOWER60
1593 EAST FARM MARKET 455 (82121)LTOWER60
(Dorchester site) 6396 Mackey RoadTOWER59
889 N. Business 78 (55915)GTOWER59
889 N. Business 78 (55915)GTOWER59
889 N. Business 78 (55915)GTOWER59
889 N. Business 78 (55915)GTOWER59
9678 COUNTY ROAD 175 (79783)LTOWER59
9678 COUNTY ROAD 175 (79783)LTOWER59
9678 COUNTY ROAD 175 (79783)LTOWER59
9678 COUNTY ROAD 175 (79783)LTOWER59
1602 HIGHWAY 380 WEST (55371)LTOWER57
1602 HIGHWAY 380 WEST (55371)LTOWER57
600 HIGHWAY 69 (77802)LTOWER56
SOUTH OF GUNTER WEST OF PRESTON AFTER RAIL SPLIT (70128)MTOWER47
SOUTH OF GUNTER WEST OF PRESTON AFTER RAIL SPLIT (70128)MTOWER47

Fire Stations in Melissa

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
Melissa Fire Department3411 Barker AVEMostly volunteer972-838-1081

Bridges in Melissa

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete201937239,405G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete201773536,894G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete201473536,894G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete201737225,495G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete201572322,343F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete201830718,800G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete continuous201825018,800F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete201830716,527F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete202143015,684G
CulvertConcrete20194913,628G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete20111157,287G
CulvertConcrete1948277,287G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete2011757,287G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete20152827,244F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete20173727,215G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete20172506,814F
Arch (Deck)Concrete2007262,325G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete20173722,150G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete20137352,150G
Stringer/Multi-beamConcrete1971642,103G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete20137351,784F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete20177001,784F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete20193551,561G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete20121751,561F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete20192841,000G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete20192841,000G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete199960941F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete199975601G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete2017284487G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete2017284487G
CulvertConcrete201770314F
CulvertConcrete201936314G
CulvertConcrete201843314G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel198560213F
CulvertConcrete201938210G
CulvertConcrete201888210G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete2015407168G
CulvertConcrete200653168F
CulvertConcrete201624168G
CulvertConcrete201633168G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete2019320101G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete199975100G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete199965100G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete201730437F

Airports Near Melissa

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Dallas Fort Worth International AirportDFWLarge Airport
Dallas Love FieldDALLarge Airport
Durant Regional Airport - Eaker FieldDUAMedium Airport
North Texas Regional Airport Perrin FieldPNXMedium Airport
Van Zandt County Regional Airport—Medium Airport
6B Airfield—Small Airport
Adams Field—Small Airport
Addington Field—Small Airport
Addison AirportADSSmall Airport
Aero Country Airport—Small Airport
Aero Valley Airport—Small Airport
Air Park Dallas Airport—Small Airport
Airpark East Airport—Small Airport
Alpine Range Airport—Small Airport
Arlington Municipal Airport—Small Airport
Bar V K Airport—Small Airport
Baum Airport—Small Airport
Baylie Airport—Small Airport
Belcher Airport—Small Airport
Birk Airport—Small Airport
Bishop Field—Small Airport
Bishop's Landing Airport—Small Airport
Blackjack Field—Small Airport
Blue Jay Airfield—Small Airport
Blue Ridge Airport—Small Airport
Brushy Creek Airport—Small Airport
Bucker Field—Small Airport
Bucker Field—Small Airport
Butler Airport—Small Airport
Caddo Mills Municipal Airport—Small Airport
Campbell Field—Small Airport
Canton Hackney Airport—Small Airport
Card Aerodrome—Small Airport
Casey Field—Small Airport
Cedar Mills Airport—Small Airport
Claasen Airport—Small Airport
Clark Airport—Small Airport
Commerce Municipal Airport—Small Airport
Culp Airport—Small Airport
D An P Farm Airport—Small Airport
Dallas Executive AirportRBDSmall Airport
Dennis's Flying Farm Airport—Small Airport
Denton Enterprise Airport—Small Airport
Diamond J Airport—Small Airport
Donna Field—Small Airport
Dooley Airport—Small Airport
Edgington Ranch Airport—Small Airport
Embarcadero Airport—Small Airport
Faith Field—Small Airport
Finney Field—Small Airport

Police Stations in Melissa

12 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Allen Police Deparment K-9 Training Center1205 Estates Parkway
Allen Police Department305 Century Parkway
Celina Police Department
Collin County Sheriff's Office4300 Community Avenue
Farmersville Police Department134 North Washington Street
Howe Police Department700 West Haning Street
McKinney PD Headquarters2200 Taylor Burk Drive
McKinney Police Department
Plano Police
Plano Police Substation4640 McDermott Road
Police Department
Van Alstyne Police Department242 North Preston Street

Grocery Stores in Melissa

9 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
BRAUM'S 295Other2681 Sam Rayburn Hwy
Corner Store 2741599Convenience Store2545 Sam Rayburn Hwy
CVS 10673Other2600 Sam Rayburn Hwy
Dollar General 16151Other2401 McKinney St
HEB Food Store #808 808Supermarket1230 Central Expy
Kroger 984Super Store2721 Sam Rayburn Hwy
Melissa Food Mart 5Convenience Store2436 Sam Rayburn Hwy
RaceTrac 2304Convenience Store1100 Sam Rayburn Hwy
Walmart 1484Super Store1950 McKinney St

Post Offices in Melissa

2 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Cardinal Carriers
Melissa Post Office

Treatment Centers in Melissa

2 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
BasePoint AcademyBoth972-325-2633
Collin County MH/MR Center - DBA LifePath SystemsBoth972-422-5939

Churches & Religious Organizations in Melissa

25 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
APOSTLE CREED MINISTRIES2314 MILRANY LN
ARK OF THE COVENANT INTERNATIONAL MINISTRIES2204 VISTA RIDGE RD
CHOSEN AND ROYAL MINISTRIES3416 MONTGOMERY AVE
CHRIS ESTRADA MINISTRIES INCPO BOX 522
CITY CHURCH MELISSAPO BOX 33
COVENANT CHILDREN USA3903 MOCKINGBIRD LN
DOUBLEXGRACE3008 WINCHESTER AVE
FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH2101 E MELISSA RD
GRACE BIBLE FELLOWSHIP CHURCH2331 MILRANY LN
HIGHLANDS BAPTIST CHURCH OF MELISSA2610 PATRIOT DR
I GO FOUNDATION INC3211 BERRY HOLW
INTERNATIONAL MISSION FOR AID AND ASSISTANCE INC4208 CHERRY LN
IRAN ALIVE MINISTRIES INCPO BOX 518
KEF MINISTRIES INTERNATIONAL2826 PRONGHORN DR
KEPHA4823 CEDAR LN
MELISSA CHRISTIAN CHURCHPO BOX 214
MINDSPRING FOUNDATION NFP3303 MORRIS LN
NEW DELIVERENCE GLOBAL AND WORSHIP MINISTRIES2804 WILLOW LN
PYNC FOUNDATION206 CRESCENT AVE
REBUILDING THE FOUNDATIONS MINISTRY3040 SPANISH OAK TRL
SANADOS POR EL1505 MINERAL POINT PL
SEALED MINISTRIES444 FREEDOM TRL
SENIORWELL INITIATIVE3303 MORRIS LN
ST GEORGE ZE-ARADA GLOBAL FOUNDATION2110 RIVER TRL
STEADFAST TRUTH MINISTRIES3403 WALNUT LN

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Frequently Asked Questions About Melissa

What is the population of Melissa?

Melissa has a population of 17,497 residents and is located in Texas. The population density is 1,527 people per square mile, spread across 11.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 36.5 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.5% female and 49.5% male.

Is Melissa expensive to live in?

Melissa has a cost of living roughly in line with the national average, with an index of 97.1 (baseline: 100). The median household income is $137,875, 83% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $430,300 (53% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $2,341 per month, above the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.1x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Melissa safe?

Melissa is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 63 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 679 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Melissa receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Melissa?

Melissa enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 45°F in January, while summers reach an average of 83°F in July. The area receives 323 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 42.

How is the job market in Melissa?

The job market in Melissa is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.6% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,694. There are 34,830 business establishments in the area, including 2,668 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 32 minutes, and 29.3% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Melissa?

The median home value in Melissa is $430,300. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $435,030. For renters, the median monthly rent is $2,341. Fair market rent is $935 for a 1-bedroom and $1,149 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 88.3%. The average annual property tax is $10,750.

How are the schools in Melissa?

Schools in Melissa score 6.9 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 52.2% of adults in Melissa hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 94.6% have completed high school. 13.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Melissa?

The obesity rate in Melissa is 34.6% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 10.8% of adults are smokers. 20.4% are physically inactive. 22.9% of residents report depression. 10.8% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 93.0% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,027.

What is transportation like in Melissa?

The average commute in Melissa is 32 minutes, longer than the national average of 28 minutes. 56.1% of workers drive alone to work, and 29.3% work from home.

What are the demographics of Melissa?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Melissa is 66.5% White, 17.7% Black or African American, 1% Hispanic or Latino. 83.5% of residents speak only English at home, while 16.5% speak Spanish. 7.6% of the population are military veterans. 7.9% of residents have a disability. 96.1% have health insurance coverage.

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