The Colony, TX

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

The Colony is a mid-size city in Texas with a population of 44,916. Residents earn $111,090 per year, which is 48% above the national average.

3.9 /5.0

B+ Good

44,916 Population 3,206/sq mi density

$111,090 Median Income $57,739 per capita

$355,100 Home Value $401,129 Zillow

$1,884 Median Rent 25.8% income on rent

65°F Avg Temperature 330 sunny days/yr

275 Violent Crime/100K 1,445 property/100K

B+

Overall

3.9 / 5.0

Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education

A+

Economy

4.9 / 5.0

$111,090 median income, 3.0% unemployment

A+

Affordability

4.9 / 5.0

$355,100 home value, $1,884/mo rent

Safety

1.0 / 5.0

275 violent crimes/100K (28% below avg)

A+

Education

4.8 / 5.0

47.7% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile

Median Income $111,090

48% higher than US avg

Home Value $355,100

26% higher than US avg

Violent Crime 275/100K

28% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 47.7%

42% higher than US avg

Median Rent $1,884

62% higher than US avg

Obesity Rate 32.9%

2% higher than US avg

Unemployment 3.0%

17% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 4.1%

67% lower than US avg

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

People

Population44,916

Median Age37.4 yrs

Density3,206/mi²

Male / Female50% / 50%

Largest GroupWhite 63%

Veterans5.5%

Economy

A+

Median Income$111,090

Per Capita$57,739

Unemployment3.0%

Poverty4.1%

County GDP$115,358M

Commute27 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$355,100

Rent$1,884

Ownership61.8%

Zillow$401,129

Housing Units19,072

Rent Burden25.8%

Crime

Violent275/100K

Property1,445/100K

Murder2.3/100K

Assault104/100K

Burglary167/100K

Health

Obesity32.9%

Uninsured10.9%

Smoking9.1%

Depression21.0%

Heart Disease4.3%

Climate

Avg Temp65°F (18°C)

AQI42 (Good)

Rain38.3 in/yr

Sunny Days330/yr

Elevation531 ft (162 m)

Education

A+

Bachelor's+47.7%

High School+94.8%

Graduate+12.9%

School Score6.94

Community

2024 VoteR 54% / D 43%

Commute27 min

Broadband97.3%

EV Stations12

Libraries16

Is The Colony a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, The Colony receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, low crime rates, a highly educated population. The Colony offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in The Colony is $111,090, which is significantly higher than the national average / 48% above $75,149. This places The Colony among higher-income communities. Unemployment stands at 3.0%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 4.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in The Colony is $355,100, 26% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,884 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 3.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in The Colony is below the national average at 275 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,445 per 100,000, 26% below the national average.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 47.7% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 94.8% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.9/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

The Colony enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F. Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. With 330 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 38.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

The Colony has a population of 44,916 with a density of 3,206 people per square mile, spread across 16.1 square miles. The median age is 37.4 years, 4% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.9% female and 50.1% male. The city is predominantly White (62.9%), with 2.5% Hispanic, 9.5% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 77.8% of residents, while 22.2% speak Spanish. 5.5% of the population are veterans. 7.0% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 90.4% have health insurance coverage.

Population

44,916

Total Population

3,206

People / sq mi

37.4yrs

Median Age

4% below US avg

16.1mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.1%

Female 49.9%

Race & Ethnicity

The Colony vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 77.8%

1% below US avg

Spanish 22.2%

66% above US avg

Social Characteristics

The Colony vs U.S. Average

The median household income in The Colony is $111,090, which is 48% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $57,739 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,694, 18% higher than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 3.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.1% 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 27 minutes. 21.6% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: The Colony vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$111,090
	48% above US avg
Per Capita Income	$57,739
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,694
IRS Avg AGI	$129,628
Gini Index	0.433 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	3.0%
	17% below US avg
Poverty Rate	4.1%
	67% below US avg
Establishments (County)	34,830
County GDP	$115,358M

Business (County)

Restaurants	2,668
Healthcare	4,398
Retail	2,985
Manufacturing	491

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$10,750
	207% above US avg
Cost of Living	97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	3.03%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	27.0 min
Drive Alone	69.6%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	21.6%

Walkability

The median home value in The Colony is $355,100, 26% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $401,129, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 97.1% of their list price. Monthly rent averages $1,884 (62% 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. 61.8% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 19,072 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 2000. The average annual property tax is $10,750 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 25.8% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.2x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$355,100
	26% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$401,129
Median List Price	$474,950

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price	$474,950
$/Sq Ft	$226
Homes Sold	37
Sale-to-List Ratio	97.1%
Price Drops	28.8%
Inventory	125

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$1,884
	62% above US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)	$1,934
Rent Burden	25.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership	61.8%
Owner-Occupied	61.8%
Renter-Occupied	38.2%
Housing Units	19,072
Median Year Built	2000

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$10,750
	207% above US avg
Effective Rate	3.03%

In The Colony, 32.9% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 9.3% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 4.3% of residents, below the national average. 28.5% have high blood pressure. 9.1% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 18.6% report binge drinking. 20.2% are physically inactive, below the national average. 21.0% report depression. 15.6% experience frequent mental distress. 10.9% 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: The Colony vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	32.9%
	2% above US avg
Diabetes	9.3%
Heart Disease	4.3%
High Blood Pressure	28.5%
Asthma	9.3%
COPD	4.1%
Cancer	6.5%
Stroke	2.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	9.1%
	35% below US avg
Binge Drinking	18.6%
Physical Inactivity	20.2%
Depression	21.0%
Mental Distress	15.6%
Physical Distress	10.3%
Short Sleep	34.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	90.4%
Uninsured	10.9%
	27% above US avg
Primary Care	1:1,027
Dentists	1:1,438
Mental Health	1:548
Checkup Rate	74.0%
Dental Visits	65.8%
Premature Death	4,576/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	8.6/10
Exercise Access	93.0%
Healthcare Facilities	4,398

The Colony has a violent crime rate of 275 per 100,000 residents, 28% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 103.7 per 100,000, robbery at 29.3, rape at 139.8. The murder rate is 2.3 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 1,445 per 100,000, 26% below the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 1,148, burglary at 167, vehicle theft at 131 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 72 fatal traffic crashes. The area has experienced 91 federally declared disasters. Overall, The Colony receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent	275.1/100K
	28% below US avg
Murder	2.3/100K
	64% below US avg
Rape	139.8/100K
Robbery	29.3/100K
Assault	103.7/100K

Property Crime

Total Property	1,445.1/100K
	26% below US avg
Burglary	166.8/100K
Theft	1,147.5/100K
Vehicle Theft	130.8/100K
Arson	13.5/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	72
Traffic Accidents	107
Avg Accident Severity	2.1 / 4.0
FEMA Disasters	91

Safety Score

Safety Grade	F
Safety Score	1.0 / 5.0

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The Colony enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. The area gets 330 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 38.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42. The city sits at an elevation of 531 feet.

Temperature

45°F Jan (7°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)

Annual Average	65.0°F
	20% above US avg
January Average	45°F (7°C)
July Average	84°F (29°C)
Sunny Days	330 days/yr

Geography

Elevation	531 ft (162 m)
Area	16.1 sq mi (41.7 km²)
Population Density	3,206/sq mi
Coordinates	33.0896°N, 96.9034°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County	Collin County County
Nearest Airport	Dallas-Fort Worth International (DFW) 15 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 38.3"

1% above US avg

Wettest Month (May) 5.39"

Driest Month (Jan) 1.93"

Air Quality

AQI Median	42.0
Rating	Good

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

Ozone (O₃)	0.0507 ppm

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall Risk	Relatively High
Risk Score	98.9 / 100
Social Vulnerability	10.6 / 100
Community Resilience	58.4 / 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

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

May 7, 2015	5 km N of Venus, Texas	M4.0	70 km
Nov 28, 2013	6 km SSW of Perrin, Texas	M3.7	111 km
Dec 9, 2013	8 km S of Perrin, Texas	M3.7	109 km
Nov 20, 2013	1 km NNW of Azle, Texas	M3.6	64 km
Dec 8, 2013	0 km NNE of Sanctuary, Texas	M3.6	66 km
Jan 7, 2015	6 km NE of Irving, Texas	M3.6	27 km
Jan 6, 2015	4 km ENE of Irving, Texas	M3.5	28 km
Mar 4, 2013	5 km S of Tishomingo, Oklahoma	M3.5	124 km
Jun 8, 2004	6 km N of Lone Grove, Oklahoma	M3.5	131 km
Jun 24, 2012	3 km SSE of Briaroaks, Texas	M3.5	77 km
Apr 28, 2013	4 km NNW of Oakland, Oklahoma	M3.5	117 km
Nov 25, 2013	3 km WNW of Sanctuary, Texas	M3.4	69 km
Sep 23, 2013	4 km WNW of Marietta, Oklahoma	M3.4	98 km
May 19, 2018	8 km NW of Venus, Texas	M3.4	72 km
May 31, 1997	3 km ESE of Neylandville, Texas	M3.4	88 km
Sep 30, 2012	4 km NW of Irving, Texas	M3.4	28 km
Jun 15, 2012	5 km SSE of Briaroaks, Texas	M3.3	78 km
May 31, 2002	15 km S of Cornish, Oklahoma	M3.3	123 km
Jan 18, 2012	9 km SSE of Godley, Texas	M3.3	97 km
May 16, 2009	5 km NNW of Grand Prairie, Texas	M3.3	34 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	277 km

Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tornado History

890 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF4. Total: 54 fatalities, 1,658 injuries.

Date	Rating	Distance	Fatalities
Apr 27, 2024	EF4	95 km	1
Dec 26, 2015	EF4	44 km	10
Apr 25, 1994	EF4	56 km	3
Apr 25, 1990	EF4	93 km	0
May 26, 1976	EF4	98 km	0
May 25, 2024	EF3	32 km	0
May 25, 2024	EF3	92 km	7
Oct 20, 2019	EF3	25 km	0
Dec 26, 2015	EF3	70 km	0
Apr 3, 2012	EF3	55 km	0
May 9, 2006	EF3	47 km	3
Apr 16, 2002	EF3	56 km	0
Mar 28, 2000	EF3	45 km	0
Mar 28, 2000	EF3	56 km	2
May 7, 1995	EF3	75 km	2
May 7, 1995	EF3	93 km	3
Dec 13, 1984	EF3	48 km	0
Apr 2, 1982	EF3	83 km	1
Apr 2, 1982	EF3	100 km	0
May 5, 1978	EF3	68 km	0

Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

19 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: POOLVILLE FIRE (12,128 ac, 1996).

Year	Name	Acres	Distance
1996	POOLVILLE FIRE	12,128	88 km
2009	MONTAGUE COUNTY COMPLEX	6,505	86 km
2005	CALLISBURG	5,797	75 km
2005	ACHILLE	4,958	99 km
2013	ROCKY POINT	3,165	93 km
2008	UNNAMED	2,944	75 km
2005	730 COMPLEX	2,438	86 km
2018	FARMERS ROAD	2,383	76 km
2022	UNNAMED	2,362	70 km
1996	UNNAMED	2,067	99 km
2005	200 MOUNTAIN RIDGE	2,051	87 km
2009	HARRIS	1,875	99 km
1992	UNNAMED	1,854	90 km
2010	LBJ RX UNITS 14-15-16-26-76	1,848	78 km
2022	UNNAMED	1,827	77 km
1996	CLOWER	1,489	78 km
1990	AUTOBON	1,427	75 km
2023	DOUBLE BACK	1,275	97 km
2019	UNNAMED	1,144	78 km

Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	45°F (7°C)	1.9 in	Coldest, Driest
February	49°F (9°C)	2.4 in
March	56°F (14°C)	3.2 in
April	64°F (18°C)	3.7 in
May	72°F (22°C)	5.4 in	Wettest
June	80°F (27°C)	3.7 in
July	84°F (29°C)	2.4 in	Warmest
August	84°F (29°C)	2.2 in
September	77°F (25°C)	3.9 in
October	67°F (19°C)	3.8 in
November	55°F (13°C)	2.5 in
December	47°F (8°C)	2.1 in

The Colony has a seasonal temperature swing of 40°F / from 45°F in January to 84°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 37.3 inches, with May being the wettest month (5.4") and January the driest (1.9").

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The Colony is located in Collin County. It is classified as Metro / 1 million+, part of a metropolitan area. 47.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 42% above the national average of 33.7%. 94.8% have completed high school. 12.9% 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. 97.3% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 12 EV charging stations. There are 16 public libraries serving the community. 4,398 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 69.6% 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 Accidents	107
Avg Accident Severity	2.1 / 4.0
FEMA Disaster Declarations	91

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	47.7%
	42% above US avg
High School+	94.8%
Graduate Degree+	12.9%
School Test Score	6.94

A+ Education Grade (4.8/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 1	Metro / 1 million+
Population Density	3,206/sq mi
Total Area	16.1 sq mi
County	Collin County County

Services

Broadband Access	97.3%
Avg Download Speed	135.8 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed	24.1 Mbps
Max Download Speed	1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations	12
Alt Fuel Stations	12
Public Libraries	16
Healthcare Facilities	4,398
Restaurants	2,668
Retail Stores	2,985

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	27.0 min
Drive Alone	69.6%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	21.6%

Average costs for common services in The Colony. 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 The Colony

9 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School	Level	Enrollment	Teachers	Student/Teacher
THE COLONY H S	High	1,895	139	13.6:1
GRIFFIN MIDDLE	Middle	755	53	14.2:1
PETERS COLONY EL	Elementary	532	46	11.6:1
CAMEY EL	Elementary	490	41	12.0:1
PRESTWICK EL	Elementary	473	34	13.9:1
LAKEVIEW MIDDLE	Middle	426	46	9.3:1
ETHRIDGE EL	Elementary	368	28	13.1:1
MORNINGSIDE EL	Elementary	364	31	11.7:1
B B OWEN EL	Elementary	263	27	9.7:1

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Radio Stations near The Colony

29 stations within ~55 km.

Station	Genre	Quality
Yesterday USA Red Network	nostalgia, old time radio	AAC 128 kbps
Yesterday USA Blue Network	nostalgia, old time radio	AAC 128 kbps
WBAP News Talk	news talk	AAC+ 48 kbps
106.1 KISS-FM (KHKS)	—	AAC
WRR Classical 101.1 FM	classical, classical music	AAC 64 kbps
Babe Radio	classical, contemporary	MP3 128 kbps
Radio Dismuke	1920s, 1930s	MP3 24 kbps
KNTU 88.1 Indie	alternative, indie	AAC+ 96 kbps
91.7 KXT The Republic of Music	—	MP3 128 kbps
Talk Radio 1190	talk	AAC
Smooth R&B 105.7	urban adult contemporary	AAC+ 64 kbps
92.9 KUZU	—	MP3 320 kbps
SLS Digital Music	ambient pop, lofi	AAC 64 kbps
93.1 KMKT - KATY COUNTRY	contemporary country, country music	MP3 64 kbps
97.1 The Eagle Rocks	classic rock, rock	AAC 24 kbps
Star 102.1 FM - Dallas	adult contemporary, hot adult contemporary	AAC
KCBI 90.9 FM	christian contemporary	AAC+ 64 kbps
Mix 102.9 FM - Dallas	adult contemporary	AAC
91.7 KXT	—	MP3 128 kbps
KUZU-LP 92.9 FM Denton, TX	community radio, denton	MP3 320 kbps
JINKS 007	—	MP3
88.1 KNTU The One	—	AAC+ 96 kbps
Salem News Channel Audio Stream	conservative talk, news	MP3 32 kbps
SportsRadio 1310 & 96.7 The Ticket	sports	AAC+ 48 kbps
NOAA Weather Radio - Dallas, Texas (KEC56)	local weather	MP3 32 kbps
KNON Voice of the People	americana, blues	MP3 128 kbps
K104	hip hop	AAC+ 64 kbps
freak radio	—	AAC 24 kbps
KTCU	college, university	AAC 64 kbps

Campgrounds Near The Colony

8 campgrounds found near The Colony.

Name	Rating	Sites	Price
Hickory Creek (TX)	4.6/5	129	$14–$30
CLEAR LAKE (TX)	4.1/5	23	$30–$150
MURRELL PARK	4.1/5	11	$14
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 The Colony

11 national parks and monuments found near The Colony.

Park	Type	Fee
Bonham State Park	State Park	Free
Cedar Hill State Park	State Park	Free
Cleburne State Park	State Park	Free
Dinosaur Valley 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 The Colony

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Annual Revenue
GEORGE W. BUSH PRESIDENTIAL LIBRARY	GENERAL MUSEUM		2143461650	$714,189,247
MEADOWS MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		2147682516x	$714,189,247
BEATRICE M. HAGGERTY ART GALLERY	ART MUSEUM			$81,345,596
CAVANAUGH FLIGHT MUSEUM	SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM	4572 CLAIRE CHENNAULT ST	9723808800	$2,028,158
TEXAS STATE HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		9403695200	$1,515,045
FRONTIERS OF FLIGHT MUSEUM	HISTORY MUSEUM		2143503600	$1,224,133
MUSEUM OF THE AMERICAN RAILROAD	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	6455 PAGE STREET	2144280101	$836,131
HERITAGE FARMSTEAD MUSEUM	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		9728810140	$756,486
SCI-TECH DISCOVERY CENTER	CHILDREN'S MUSEUM		9725463050	$689,140
INTERURBAN RAILWAY MUSEUM	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		9729412117	$325,395
PLANO CONSERVANCY FOR HISTORIC PRESERVATION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	901 EAST 15TH STREET	9729412117	$325,395
COLD WAR AIR MUSEUM	HISTORY MUSEUM		9722189700	$292,364
DALLAS JEWISH HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		2142397120	$143,483
WINGTIP-TO-WINGTIP ASSOCIATION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION			$118,029
JESUIT DALLAS MUSEUM	ART MUSEUM			$65,858
GREEN VALLEY SCHOOL HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		9403954577	$64,553
WORLD MEMORIAL	HISTORIC PRESERVATION			$45,806
HERITAGE ASSOCIATION OF FRISCO	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	6455 PAGE ROAD	9722925657	$42,487
CELINA AREA HERITAGE ASSOCIATION	HISTORY MUSEUM	211 WEST PECAN STREET	9723823600	$11,698
AUBREY AREA MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM			$7,901
BUSH-CHENEY ALUMNI ASSOCIATION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION			$3,105
A W PERRY HOMESTEAD MUSEUM SOCIETY	GENERAL MUSEUM	1509 PERRY RD	9724666380
A.W. PERRY HOMESTEAD MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		9724666380
ACCOUNTANCY MUSEUM OF THE TEXAS SOCIETY	HISTORY MUSEUM
ALLEN HERITAGE GUILD	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		9727272772
AMCA ASSOCIATION FOR MODERN AND CONTEMPORARY ART	ART MUSEUM
BECK-HILDEBRAND MILL MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM
BIBLICAL ARTS CENTER	ART MUSEUM		2143684622
BOTANICAL GARDENS AT HERITAGE PARK	ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER
CARROLLTON TEXAS RAIL ROAD MUSEUM CTXRR	HISTORY MUSEUM
CLAN EGAN ASSOCIATION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
CLEAR CREEK NATURAL HERITAGE CENTER	ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER	215 E MCKINNEY	9403498202
COCKROACH HALL OF FAME MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		9725190355
COLLIN COUNTY HISTORIC PRESERVATION GROUP	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
CORA STAFFORD GALLERY	ART MUSEUM
COURTHOUSE COLLECTION	GENERAL MUSEUM	111 WEST HICKORY STREET	9403811956
CROONERS HALL OF FAME MUS	GENERAL MUSEUM		9725190355
DALLAS MARINE AQUARIUM SOCIETY	ZOO, AQUARIUM, OR WILDLIFE CONSERVATION	4760 PRESTON RD STE 244-311
DALLAS MUSEUM OF FASHION	GENERAL MUSEUM	6728 BRIAR COVE DR
DALLAS SOUTHERN MEMORIAL ASSOCIATION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
DAR MUSEUM/FIRST LADIES OF TEXAS HISTORIC COSTUMES COLLECTION	HISTORY MUSEUM
DENTON COUNTY HISTORICAL MUSEUM	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		9403800877
DENTON COUNTY MUSEUMS	GENERAL MUSEUM	110 W HICKORY	9403492850
DENTON MASONIC MUSEUM AND LIBRARY	HISTORY MUSEUM
EAST GALLERY	ART MUSEUM
ELM FORK NATURE PRESERVE	ZOO, AQUARIUM, OR WILDLIFE CONSERVATION		9724669813
EXPLORIUM DENTON	CHILDREN'S MUSEUM	P.O. BOX 52145
FALUN DAFA MUSEUM	HISTORY MUSEUM		4693302758
FORUM GALLERY	ART MUSEUM		9728604700
FRISCO RAILROAD MUSEUM	SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM	6455 PAGE ST	2144280101
GRAPEVINE HERITAGE ASSOCIATION	GENERAL MUSEUM		8174103558
GRAPEVINE HISTORICAL MUSEUM	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		8174576338
GRAPEVINE HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
GRAPEVINE VINTAGE RAILROAD	GENERAL MUSEUM		8174103123
HISTORY IN ACTION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
HISTORY OF AVIATION COLLECTION	HISTORY MUSEUM
JUNIUS HEIGHTS HISTORIC DISTRICT	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
LIGHTWELL GALLERY	ART MUSEUM
MARY KAY MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM	16251 DALLAS PWKY
MASONIC LIBRARY & MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM	1414 J AVENUE
MCKINNEY ARMED SERVICES MEMORIAL	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
MEADOWS MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM	5900 BISHOP BLVD	2147682516
MINORITY BUSINESS HALL OF FAME & MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM	11333 NORTH CENTRAL EXPRESSWAY SUITE 201	2143693200
MUSEUM A. W. PERRY HOMESTEAD MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		9724666380
NATIONAL MUSEUM OF COMMUNICATIONS	GENERAL MUSEUM		9728697762
NATIONAL SCOUTING MUSEUM OF THE BOY SCOUTS AMERICA	GENERAL MUSEUM		9725802100
NTX AUTOMOTIVE MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM	677 W CAMPBELL RD	9729180084
OLD TOWN PRESERVATION SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
PETERS COLONY HISTORICAL SOCIETY OF DALLAS COUNTY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
PLANES OF HISTORY	ART MUSEUM
PLANO AFRICAN AMERICAN MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		9724237226
PRESERVATION RICHARDSON	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
PROSPER HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
QUIET AIRCRAFT ASSOCIATION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
RAZI WINE LIBRARY AND MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		9727169597
RICHARDSON HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
RICHLAND COLLEGE PLANETARIUM	SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM
SEA LIFE AQUARIUM - GRAPEVINE	ZOO, AQUARIUM, OR WILDLIFE CONSERVATION	3000 GRAPEVINE MILLS PKWY	8778197677
SHRAMAN SOUTH ASIAN MUSEUM AND LEARNING CENTER FOUNDATION	ART MUSEUM
SIGNAL ONE INTERNATIONAL	GENERAL MUSEUM	4100 MCEWEN RD SUITE 200	9723874590
SKY THEATER PLANETARIUM	SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM		9403698213
STUDIO GALLERY	ART MUSEUM		9728604700
TEXANA LIVING HISTORY ASSOCIATION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		2149065792
TEXAS HISTORY MUSEUM	HISTORY MUSEUM		9036651101
TEXAS MUSICIANS MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM	PO BOX 740904	9728659579
TEXAS WOMEN'S UNIV ART GALLERY	ART MUSEUM		9408982530
TRINITY ARTS GUILD	ART MUSEUM	2819 FOREST RIDGE DR	8172831422
VIDEOGAME HISTORY MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM	8004 N DALLAS PWKY SUITE 100
VIRTUAL STEAM CAR MUSEUM	SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM		9726619672
W.P. COCHRAN HOME	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		8772842489
WEST GALLERY	ART MUSEUM

Libraries in The Colony

Name	Address	Annual Visits
PLANO PUBLIC LIBRARY SYSTEM	2501 COIT RD	1,434,125
FRISCO PUBLIC LIBRARY	6101 FRISCO SQUARE BLVD STE 3000	563,268
DENTON PUBLIC LIBRARY	502 OAKLAND ST	549,987
RICHARDSON PUBLIC LIBRARY	900 CIVIC CENTER DR	491,110
CARROLLTON PUBLIC LIBRARY	1700 KELLER SPRINGS RD	452,128
ALLEN PUBLIC LIBRARY	300 N ALLEN DR	346,903
LEWISVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY	1197 W MAIN ST	329,718
WILLIAM T COZBY PUBLIC LIBRARY	177 N HEARTZ RD	278,103
BEDFORD PUBLIC LIBRARY	2424 FOREST RIDGE DR	244,388
EULESS PUBLIC LIBRARY	201 N ECTOR DR	220,139
FARMERS BRANCH MANSKE PUBLIC LIBRARY	13613 WEBB CHAPEL RD	208,028
LITTLE ELM PUBLIC LIBRARY	100 W ELDORADO PKWY	188,933
FLOWER MOUND PUBLIC LIBRARY	3030 BROADMOOR LN	185,313
SOUTHLAKE PUBLIC LIBRARY	1400 MAIN ST STE 130	165,065
GRAPEVINE PUBLIC LIBRARY	1201 MUNICIPAL WAY	138,963
LAKE CITIES LIBRARY	302 S SHADY SHORES DR	89,159
THE COLONY PUBLIC LIBRARY	6800 MAIN ST	78,153
UNIVERSITY PARK PUBLIC LIBRARY	8383 PLAZA AT PRESTON CENTER	44,697
AUBREY AREA LIBRARY	226 COUNTRYSIDE DR	28,263
PROSPER COMMUNITY LIBRARY	700 N COLEMAN ST	13,997
CELINA PUBLIC LIBRARY	142 N OHIO DR	10,917

Farmers Markets in The Colony

Name	Address	Season	Hours	Organic	Website
Celina's Friday Night Market	142 N Ohio Street	03/31/2017 to 11/03/2017	Fri: 6:00 PM-9:00 PM;		Visit
Coppell Farmers Market	768 W. Main Street	04/04/2015 to 11/30/2016	Sat: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM;	Yes	Visit
Cross Timbers Food Cooperative					Visit
Denton Community Market	317 W. Mulberry St	04/06/2013 to 11/30/2013	Sat: 9:00 AM-1:00 PM;	Yes	Visit
Farmers Branch Market	12700 Denton Drive	05/04/2018 to 09/28/2018	Sat: 5:00 PM-8:00 PM;		Visit
Farmers Market of Grapevine	325 S Main Street				Visit
Four Seasons Market - Richardson	677 W. Campbell Rd	June to August	Sat:9:00 AM - 2:00 PM;		Visit
Frisco Rotary Farmers Market	6048 Frisco Square Blvd	05/02/2015 to 10/17/2015	Sat: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM;		Visit
Good Local Markets at Vickery Meadow	5803 E. Northwest Highway	04/03/2016 to 12/11/2016	Sun: 10:00 AM-3:00 PM;		Visit
Little Elm Farmers' Market	Eldorado and FM 423	05/10/2014 to 10/18/2014	Sat: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM;		Visit
North Central Texas Farmers Market Corporation III	325 S. Main Street
Old Town Business Association	Poydras Street Plaza
Richardson Farmers Market	677 W. Campbell Rd	01/01/2014 to 12/31/2014	Sat: 10:00 AM-3:00 PM;	Yes	Visit
Rosemeade Market & Greenhouse	3646 E Rosemeade Parkway				Visit
Saint Michael's Farmers Market	8011 Douglas Ave.	04/11/2015 to 08/29/2015	Sat: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM;		Visit
White Rock Local Market	702 N. Buckner Blvd and 9150 Garland Rd

Breweries in The Colony

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Website
10 Gallon Tours	Wine Tours & Tastings, Food & Drink, Tours, Brewery Tours, transportation, Tour, shuttle service	1022 Texan Trl	18174031832, 817 403-1832	Visit
Advanced Beverages	Beverage Manufacturers, Restaurant Equipment Manufacturers, Vanities, Breweries, Wholesale Restauran	2403 Walnut Ridge St	9724889339	Visit
Bitter Sisters Brewing Company	Brewery	15103 Surveyor Blvd	(972) 479-0949, 9724790949	Visit
Bj's Restaurant and Brewhouse, Bj's Restaurant & Brewhouse	American Restaurant, Bars & Clubs, Brew Pubs, Restaurants, Pubs, Bars & Pubs, Brewery, Pizza Place	1101 Central Expy	9724244262	Visit
Boston's Restaurant & Sports Bar	American Restaurant, Brewery, Pizza Place, American Restaurant, Pizza Place, and Brewery	6800 State Highway 121	2145850900, (214) 585-0900	Visit
Brickhouse Tavern + Tap	Brewery, Bar, Burger Joint	4900 W Park Blvd (preston Rd)	[[9725960916]]	Visit
Cobra Brewing Company	Brew Pubs, Restaurants, Food & Drink, Beer & Ale, Brewery, Breweries	146 Whatley Ave	9722212337, 19722212337	Visit
Coca-cola Enterprises Bottling	Beverage Manufacturers, Bottlers, Breweries	14185 Dallas Pkwy 1400	9727599700	Visit
Crossroads Winery	Wineries, Brewers	15222 King Rd	9722944144
Devine Cellars	Breweries & Wineries	230 N Denton Tap Rd	[9723049462]	Visit
Four Bullets Brewery	Breweries, Food & Drink	640 N Interurban St
Four G's Sports Bar and Grill	Cajun, Restaurants, American, Brewery, Creole	1011 E 15th St	[[9725166611]]
Golds Gym	studio, cocktail lounge restaurants, physical, fitness, Gyms and Fitness Centers, breweries & brew p	2824 Central Dr	8178586523	Visit
Grapevine Craft Brewery	Beer & Ale-Wholesale & Manufacturers, Beverages, Restaurant, Beverages-Distributors & Bottlers, Brew	906 Jean St	8174882337, 8178237225, 6826515797	Visit
Homebrew Headquarters	Air Fresheners, Beer Homebrewing Equipment & Supplies, Wineries Equipment & Supplies, Grocery Stores	300 N Coit Rd	9722344411	Visit
Humperdink's -- Richardson	Tx>brewery, Tx>american Restaurant, Venues, Bar, Tx>sports Bar, Richardson	1601 N Central Expwy	[9726904867]	Visit
Humperdinks Restaurant & Brewpub - Greenville Ave	American Restaurant, American Restaurants, Bars & Pubs, Restaurants, Burger Restaurants, Breweries,	6050 Greenville Ave	2143681203	Visit
Humperdinks Restaurant & Brewpub - West Nw Hwy, Humperdinks Restaurant & Brew Pub	Sports Bar, American Restaurant, and Brewery, American Restaurant, Brewery, Sports Bar	2208 W Northwest Hwy	(214) 358-4159, 2143584159	Visit
Lakewood Brewing Company	Music Venues, Beer Gardens, Breweries, Beer & Ale Distributors, Beer & Ale Retail	2302 Executive Dr
Lochrann's Irish Pub and Eatery	Bars & Clubs, Restaurants, Brewery, Irish	6195 W Main Saint Coleman Blvd	[2144232600]	Visit
Lone Star Taps & Caps	Beer Gardens, Bars & Pubs, Breweries, Beer & Ale Distributors, Beer & Ale Retail	4740 Tx 121 500
M&m Pouring Co	breweries & brew pubs, bar & grill restaurants, recreation, food and drink, drinking	6524 E Northwest Hwy	2147505833
New Era African-caribbean Store	Breweries	11312 Lyndon B Johnson Fwy
Nine Band Brewery	Breweries, Food & Drink	9 Prestige Cir	9726635707
Oak Highlands Brewery	Breweries, Food & Drink	10484 Brockwood Rd	4698029455, [4698029455]
Parkway Tavern and Grill	American Restaurant and Brewery	3645 Dallas Pkwy 561	4696260216	Visit
Red Gap Brewing Co Llc	Brewers	1330 N White Chapel Blvd 200
Rugby House Pub	Pub, Brewery, Bar	8604 Preston Rd (at Mcdermott Rd)	9726688034	Visit
Two Rows Restaurant & Brewery	American / Sandwiches, Restaurants, Dallas Restaurants, American, Northeast Dallas/ White Rock, Brew	5500 Greenville Ave		Visit
Uncle Buck's Brewery & Steakhouse	Steakhouse and Brewery, Brewery, Steakhouse	2501 Bass Pro Dr	2145132337
Wine Fusion	Brewery	603 S Main St	2145872897

Stadiums & Teams in The Colony

Team	League	Division
FC Dallas	MLS	Western Conference

Pharmacies in The Colony

4 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy	Address	Phone
CVS - 6920	5300 SOUTH COLONY BOULEVARD	972-624-0605
CVS - 6982	6749 MAIN STREET	972-625-3207
KROGER	6805 MAIN STREET	972-370-1006
WALGREENS - 4719	5297 STATE HIGHWAY 121	469-384-2220

EV Charging Stations in The Colony

Name	Address	Network	Level 2	Connectors	Access
Hampton Inn & Suites Dallas / The Colony - Tesla Destination	3650 Plano Pkwy	Tesla Destination	2	TESLA	public
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Dallas Plano - The Colony	3750 Market St	UNIVERSAL	2	J1772	public
Neb. Furn. Mart	5600 Nebraska Furniture Mart Drive	Blink Network	2	J1772	public
The Colony ER Hospital - Tesla Destination	4780 State Hwy 121	Tesla Destination	1	TESLA	public
Topgolf The Colony	3760 Blair Oaks Drive	Volta	4	J1772	public
Tru by Hilton - The Colony Dallas	5252 Memorial Dr	UNIVERSAL	2	J1772	public

Cell Towers in The Colony

Address	Structure Type	Height (ft)
7969 HWY 2153 (107350)	GTOWER	317
7969 HWY 2153 (107350)	GTOWER	317

Fire Stations in The Colony

Name	Address	Type	Active Firefighters	Volunteers	Phone
The Colony Fire Department	4900 Blair Oaks DR	Career			972-625-3944

Bridges in The Colony

Type	Kind	Year Built	Length (ft)	Daily Traffic	Condition
Culvert	Concrete	2016	66	51,932	F
Culvert	Concrete	2017	50	49,600	G
Culvert	Concrete	2012	38	30,955	G
Culvert	Concrete	2003	49	16,500	F
Culvert	Concrete	2008	29	16,500	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	2015	240	15,799	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1987	240	15,156	G
Culvert	Concrete	2011	36	10,691	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	2008	240	10,498	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	2008	240	10,497	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1987	53	10,000	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1987	53	10,000	G
Culvert	Concrete	1998	48	7,788	G
Culvert	Concrete	1979	22	4,080	G
Culvert	Concrete	1985	32	3,780	F
Culvert	Concrete	2001	49	1,800	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Concrete	1979	125	1,690	F
Culvert	Concrete	1979	32	1,410	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	2009	379	1,000	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	2002	400	1,000	F
Culvert	Concrete	1979	22	900	F
Culvert	Concrete	1985	65	186	F

Superfund Sites Near The Colony

4 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

Site	Address	County
ARROW INDUSTRIES PACKAGING DIVISION	3401 GARDENBROOK DRIVE	DALLAS
BOEING DEFENSE & SPACE-CORINTH	7801 SOUTH STEMMONS FREEWAY	DENTON
SUN GAS CO.	THREE NORTH PARK EAST ST.	DALLAS
TEXAS COLOR, INC.	4800 SPRING VALLEY ROAD	DALLAS

Airports Near The Colony

50 airports within the area.

Airport	IATA	Type
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport	DFW	Large Airport
Dallas Love Field	DAL	Large Airport
Fort Worth Meacham International Airport	FTW	Medium Airport
Mid-Way Regional Airport	—	Medium Airport
NAS Fort Worth JRB / Carswell Field	FWH	Medium Airport
North Texas Regional Airport Perrin Field	PNX	Medium Airport
Perot Field/Fort Worth Alliance Airport	AFW	Medium Airport
Adams Field	—	Small Airport
Addington Field	—	Small Airport
Addison Airport	ADS	Small Airport
Aero Country Airport	—	Small Airport
Aero Valley Airport	—	Small Airport
Air Park Dallas Airport	—	Small Airport
Airpark East Airport	—	Small Airport
Akroville Airport	—	Small Airport
Allison Farm Airport	—	Small Airport
Alpine Range Airport	—	Small Airport
Aresti Aerodrome	—	Small Airport
Arlington Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
B.S. Air Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
Balentine Woodbine Airport	—	Small Airport
Bar V K Airport	—	Small Airport
Barstool Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
Baum Airport	—	Small Airport
Baylie Airport	—	Small Airport
Belcher Airport	—	Small Airport
Benjamin Franklin Airport	—	Small Airport
Bird Dog Airfield	—	Small Airport
Bird Dog Landing	—	Small Airport
Birk Airport	—	Small Airport
Bishop Airport	—	Small Airport
Bishop Field	—	Small Airport
Bishop's Landing Airport	—	Small Airport
Blackjack Field	—	Small Airport
Blackwood Airpark	—	Small Airport
Blue Jay Airfield	—	Small Airport
Blue Ridge Airport	—	Small Airport
Bourland Field	—	Small Airport
Brushy Creek Airport	—	Small Airport
Bucker Field	—	Small Airport
Buffalo Chips Airpark	—	Small Airport
Butler Airport	—	Small Airport
Caddo Mills Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Cain Airport	—	Small Airport
Campbell Field	—	Small Airport
Carter-Norman Airport	—	Small Airport
Casey Field	—	Small Airport
Cedar Mills Airport	—	Small Airport
Chicken Strip	—	Small Airport
Chigger Field	—	Small Airport

Police Stations in The Colony

40 police stations.

Station	Address	Phone
	9801 Harry Hines Boulevard

Addison Police Deparment Substation
Allen Police Department	305 Century Parkway
Aubrey Police Department
Bedford Police Station	2121 L. Don Dodson Drive
Carrollton Police Department	2025 East Jackson Road
Celina Police Department
City of Garland Police Department	1891 Forest Lane
Coppell Police Department
Corinth Police Department	3501 Swisher Road
Corinth Public Safety Facility
Dallas Police Love Field Unit
Dallas Police NE District Station
Denton Police Department	601 East Hickory Street
Denton Public Safety Training Center	719 East Hickory Street
Department of Public Safety	1201 Oakland Street
DFW Airport Department of Public Safety Headquarters	3600 South 20th Avenue
Farmers Branch Police Department	3723 Valley View Lane
Flower Mound Police Station
Frisco Police Department	7200 Stonebrook Parkway
Grapevine Public Safety	1027 Ira E Woods Avenue
Highland Village Police Department
Irving Police Station
Lewisville City Jail	1187 West Main Street
Lewisville Police Department and Fire Administration	1955 Lakeway Drive
Little Elm Police Department	88 West Eldorado Parkway
NCTC Police \| Corinth Campus \| North Central Texas College
North Central Service Station	6969 Mccallum Boulevard
Plano Police
Plano Police Department
Plano Police Department
Plano Police Department - West Substation	7200 Bishop Road
Plano Police Substation	4640 McDermott Road
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Police Department
Police Substation
Prosper Police Department	801 Safety Way
Richardson Police Department	200 North Greenville Avenue
Sullivant Public Safety Center (POLI)	1700 Wilshire Street
The Colony Police Department	5151 North Colony Boulevard
Tittle McFadden Public Safety Center	1187 West Main Street

Grocery Stores in The Colony

12 grocery stores.

Store	Type	Address
7-eleven Convenience Store 41928A	Convenience Store	4350 Main St
BRAUM'S 98	Other	5009 Main St
Corner Store 2741577	Convenience Store	5621 S Colony Blvd
Corner Store 2742187	Convenience Store	5208 S Colony Blvd
Corner Store 2742375	Convenience Store	6801 Main St
CVS PHARMACY INC 6920	Other	5300 S Colony Blvd
DOLLAR GENERAL 3459	Other	5400 S Colony Blvd
KROGER 879	Super Store	6805 Main St
La Paisana Meat Market Carniceria	Grocery Store	5201 S Colony Blvd
La Super Meat Market #7	Supermarket	4915 Main St
QUIKTRIP #917 917	Convenience Store	4850 Main St
Sankofa African Market	Other	4181 Main St

Post Offices in The Colony

1 post offices.

Post Office	Address
The Colony Post Office	5200 South Colony Boulevard

Treatment Centers in The Colony

15 treatment centers.

Center	Type	Phone
Aspire Individual and Family Services	Mental Health	214-790-7736
Center for Discovery	Mental Health	866-862-3631
Changes Carrollton Springs	Both	972-212-5487
Collin County MH/MR Center - DBA LifePath Systems	Both	972-422-5939
Dallas County MHMR Center - DBA Dallas Metrocare Services Skillman	Substance Abuse	214-221-5433
Denton County MHMR Center	Both	214-488-0121
Legion Health Psychiatry	Mental Health	737-237-2900
Lighthouse Recovery Centers LLC	Substance Abuse	214-717-5884
Medical City Green Oaks Hospital	Both	972-991-9504
Methodist Richardson Medical Center	Both	469-204-6920
Sierra at Southlake	Both	817-928-3007
Solutions of North Texas	Substance Abuse	940-898-6202
Springstone Inc - Carrollton Springs	Both	972-242-4114 x2407
Texas Treatment Services LLC - Denton Opioid Treatment Program	Substance Abuse	940-483-0644
Valley Hope of Grapevine	Substance Abuse	785-877-5111

Churches & Religious Organizations in The Colony

39 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

Name	Address
ACTS ONGOING	5950 ANDOVER DRIVE
AFRICA FOR JESUS MINISTRIES INTERNATIONAL INC	4600 WILLOW CT
AMAZING GRACE MINISTRY	5408 WATERWOOD CT
AMERICAN LUTHERAN CHURCH GOOD SHEPHERD	BOX 75505
AMORMERCY FOUNDATION	4156 MALONE AVE
CALVARY CHRISTIAN CENTER ASSEMBLY OF GOD	5220 BLAIR OAKS DR
CENTRAL CHRISTIAN CHURCH	7621 HADDINGTON
CHRIST FREEDOM CENTER INTERNATIONAL INC	6437 BRANCHWOOD TRL
ETHNE	3751 MAIN ST STE 600
EVERLASTING PATHWAY FOR CHRIST INTERNATIONAL	2620 SOUTHFIELD
FOUNTAIN OF HOPE	5201 S COLONY BLVD STE 735
FREEDOM INTERNATIONAL MINISTRIES INC	2296 WIND MEADOW LN
FRESH MANNA MINISTRIES CHURCHES INC	PO BOX 561314
FRIENDSHIP BAPTIST CHURCH OF THE COLONY	4396 MAIN ST
FRISCO SEMIHAN FRISCO	6624 BRENTWOOD LN
GENESIS BIBLE CHURCH INC	4572 SHADOWRIDGE DR
GOOD SHEPHERD LUTHERAN CHURCH	PO BOX 560670
HERITAGE BIBLE FELLOWSHIP	4204 IRELAND DR
IGLESIA MISIONERA PENTECOSTES INC	5204 HAWSE DR
INTERNATIONAL CHURCH OF THE FOURSQUARE GOSPEL	PO BOX 560071
ISLAMIC ASSOCIATION OF THE COLONY	5201 S COLONY BLVD STE 535
JOURNEY CHURCH INC	5904 COPPER CANYON DR
JUST WORSHIP	4505 RUSTIC RIDGE CT
KAIROS FELLOWSHIP CHURCH	PO BOX 560155
LIFE CHURCH OF PLANO	4700 NASH DR
MARANATHA GLOBAL MINISTRIES	5532 ROCKWOOD DR
NORTH COLONY CHURCH OF CHRIST	6404 PAIGE RD
PAKISTANI CHRISTIAN OUTREACH OF AMERICA	5733 TX HWY 121
REFRESHING FIRE MINISTRIES INC	2528 DAMSEL BELLA BLVD
RESTORING FAITH COMMUNITY CHURCH	6228 BEAR RUN RD
SERENITY CHURCH THE COLONY	PO BOX 560487
SOULTHIRST LUTHERAN CHURCH	4700 NASH DR
ST PETERS BY THE LAKE EPISCOPAL CHURCH	5200 PAIGE RD 106
STRAIGHT-UP TRUTH MINISTRY INC	4572 SHADOWRIDGE DR
TILT MCS RECOVERY CHURCH INC	5001 BRANDENBURG LN
TRI-CITIES CHURCH OF CHRIST	4 MELROY CIR
VIETNAMESE NATIONAL BAPTIST FELLOWSHIP	6325 BRANCHWOOD TRL
WESLEYAN CHURCH CORP	PO BOX 561326
YOU ARE TREASURED	4537 RIDGEPOINTE DR

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Colony

What is the population of The Colony?

The Colony has a population of 44,916 residents and is located in Texas. The population density is 3,206 people per square mile, spread across 16.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 37.4 years. The population is 49.9% female and 50.1% male.

Is The Colony expensive to live in?

The Colony 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 $111,090, 48% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $355,100 (26% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,884 per month, above the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.2x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is The Colony safe?

The Colony is safer than the national average, with a violent crime rate of 275 per 100,000 compared to the U.S. rate of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,445 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, The Colony receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in The Colony?

The Colony 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 84°F in July. The area receives 330 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 38.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 42.

How is the job market in The Colony?

The Colony has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.0%, near the national average 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 27 minutes, and 21.6% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in The Colony?

The median home value in The Colony is $355,100. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $401,129. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,884. Fair market rent is $935 for a 1-bedroom and $1,149 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 61.8%. The average annual property tax is $10,750.

How are the schools in The Colony?

Schools in The Colony score 6.9 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 47.7% of adults in The Colony hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 94.8% have completed high school. 12.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is The Colony?

The obesity rate in The Colony is 32.9% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 9.1% of adults are smokers. 20.2% are physically inactive. 21.0% of residents report depression. 10.9% 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 The Colony?

The average commute in The Colony is 27 minutes. 69.6% of workers drive alone to work, and 21.6% work from home.

What are the demographics of The Colony?

The racial and ethnic makeup of The Colony is 62.9% White, 9.5% Black or African American, 2.5% Hispanic or Latino. 77.8% of residents speak only English at home, while 22.2% speak Spanish. 5.5% of the population are military veterans. 7.0% of residents have a disability. 90.4% have health insurance coverage.

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