Neighborhood in Frisco, Collin County

Living in Central Frisco, Frisco

B-

14th of 15areas in Frisco
Overall score 63 of 100 vs Texas neighborhoods
Frisco overall: A+

Central Frisco covers part of Frisco, TX, home to about 39,400 people. It gets a B-, in the top 44% of Texas neighborhoods, and ranks 14th of 15 areas we score in Frisco. It does best on education levels and worst on cost of living.

  • Pricey
  • Lots of parks
  • Tornado risk is very high
  • Hail risk is very high

Closest everyday places

Grocery store0.7 mi
Pharmacy0.6 mi
Park0.2 mi
Cafe0.5 mi
Restaurant0.3 mi
Gym0.5 mi
Hospital or urgent care0.7 mi
Childcare0.4 mi
Library0.9 mi

Straight-line distance from the middle of where people live. Overture Maps.

Population
39,400
Median rent
$2,040
Median home value
$679,000
Household income
$114,900
Average commute
29 min
Homes owned
42%
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What it's like to live in Central Frisco

Central Frisco is an area in Frisco with about 39,400 residents, mostly newer homes (median year built 2005), a mix of owners and renters and 36% of households with children.

It grades B- against every neighborhood in Texas and ranks 14th of 15 areas in Frisco, which grades A+ overall.

Pros of living in Central Frisco

  • Well-rated schools nearby. 3 of the 3 closest public schools are rated A or B.
  • Groceries close by. The nearest grocery store is about 0.7 miles from the middle of the neighborhood.
  • Parks within walking distance. The closest park is about 0.2 miles away.

Cons of living in Central Frisco

  • Higher unemployment. 7.5% of the labor force is out of work, against 4.5% across Frisco.
  • Natural hazard risk. FEMA rates the risk of tornadoes and hail as very high in this part of town.

Central Frisco report card

Each grade compares Central Frisco with every neighborhood in Texas. Safety is not graded for single neighborhoods because police report crime for the whole city.

  • Cost of living: grade D

    Median rent $2,040, homes cost 5.9x income.

    22 of 100 vs TX areas

  • Jobs and income: grade B-

    Median household income $114,900, 7.5% unemployed.

    58 of 100 vs TX areas

  • Schools: grade B+

    Nearby schools average 86 of 100 on the state rating.

    74 of 100 vs TX areas

  • Safety: no grade

    Citywide, 98 violent crimes per 100k, 790 property crimes per 100k.

    No score vs TX areas

  • Errands and things to do: grade B-

    Most everyday stores and services within a mile of homes.

    58 of 100 vs TX areas

  • Getting around: grade D+

    Average commute 29 min, 29% work from home.

    26 of 100 vs TX areas

  • Education levels: grade B+

    58% have a bachelor’s degree.

    76 of 100 vs TX areas

  • Health: grade B

    10% of adults uninsured.

    65 of 100 vs TX areas

  • Home ownership: grade D+

    42% of homes owner-occupied.

    25 of 100 vs TX areas

  • Internet access: grade B-

    96% of homes have broadband.

    64 of 100 vs TX areas

Central Frisco compared with Frisco

Better than Frisco

  • Renters paying 30%+ of income on rent: 43%2 points lower than Frisco (45%)

Worse than Frisco

  • Homes owned by the people living in them: 42%24 points lower than Frisco (66%)
  • Home value to income: 5.9x38% higher than Frisco (4.3x)
  • Adults with a bachelor's degree or higher: 58%10 points lower than Frisco (68%)

Closest public schools

Texas Education Agency 2025 ratings. Check the attendance zone for any address with the district.

  • AVaughn ElementaryElementary, Frisco ISD0.6 mi
  • ACobb MiddleMiddle, Frisco ISD1.1 mi
  • AReedy High SchoolHigh, Frisco ISD1.1 mi

Cost of living in Central Frisco

Median rent in Central Frisco is $2,040 a month, about the same as the Frisco median. A household would need about $82,000 a year to keep that rent at 30% of income.

The median home is worth $679,000, 6% higher than the Frisco median, which means a monthly payment of about $4,418 with property tax at today's mortgage rates.

MeasureHereFriscoTexas
Median rentAbout the same as Frisco$2,040$2,014$1,403
Median home value6% higher than Frisco$679,000$642,100$283,800
Home value to income38% higher than Frisco5.9x4.3x3.6x
Renters paying 30%+ of income on rent2 points lower than Frisco43%45%52%
Homes owned by the people living in them24 points lower than Frisco42%66%63%
Vacant homes3 points higher than Frisco7.1%3.9%9.4%
Median year homes were builtAbout the same as Frisco200520091992

Monthly cost to buy a median home

$4,418
Mortgage payment
$3,717
Property tax
$701
Median rent, for comparison
$2,040

Based on a $679,000 home in Central Frisco, 20% down and a 30-year loan at 7.28% (Freddie Mac average, week of 2026-10-01). Property tax is the median for the surrounding Census tract, or the county where that is not published. Insurance and fees are not included.

Work, income and getting around

MeasureHereFriscoTexas
Median household income24% lower than Frisco$114,900$150,212$78,476
Unemployment rate3 points higher than Frisco7.5%4.5%5.3%
People below the poverty line2 points higher than Frisco5.6%3.5%14%
Adults with a bachelor's degree or higher10 points lower than Frisco58%68%34%
Average commuteAbout the same as Frisco29 min29 min27 min
Workers who work from home9 points lower than Frisco29%38%14%
Workers who walk, bike or take transitAbout the same as Frisco0.5%1.1%2.6%
Homes with broadband internet2 points lower than Frisco96%98%91%

Natural hazard risk

FEMA National Risk Index for the Census tracts in this area.

  • River floodingLow
  • HurricanesLow
  • TornadoesVery high
  • HailVery high
  • Heat wavesHigh
  • WildfiresModerate
  • Winter stormsModerate
  • Strong windModerate

Who lives in Central Frisco

Under 1825%
18 to 3427%
35 to 6438%
65 and over10%
Race and ethnicity
White54%
Hispanic or Latino19%
Black12%
Asian12%
Other or more than one race3.7%

Shown for information only. It is never part of any grade.

Other neighborhoods in Frisco

  1. 1A+The Grove FriscoMedian rent $3,400
  2. 2AWest FriscoMedian rent $2,600
  3. 3ALiberty CrossingMedian rent $2,270
  4. 4AEast FriscoMedian rent $2,630
  5. 5AEmerson EstatesMedian rent $2,100
  6. 6ASoutheast FriscoMedian rent $2,200
  7. 7AThe T'sMedian rent $2,870
  8. 8ANortheast FriscoMedian rent $2,590

Similar neighborhoods in other cities

Areas elsewhere in Texas with the closest mix of grades.

  1. B-The Park at Jersey VillageJersey Village
  2. BForest CoveHouston
  3. B+Parmer Crossing at Lakeline StationAustin

Questions about Central Frisco

Is Central Frisco a good place to live?

Central Frisco covers part of Frisco, TX, home to about 39,400 people. It gets a B-, in the top 44% of Texas neighborhoods, and ranks 14th of 15 areas we score in Frisco. It does best on education levels and worst on cost of living.

How much does it cost to live in Central Frisco?

Median rent in Central Frisco is $2,040 a month, about the same as the Frisco median. The median home is worth $679,000, 6% higher than the Frisco median. A median home costs 5.9x the median household income, compared with 4.3x across Frisco.

What schools serve Central Frisco?

The closest rated public schools are Vaughn Elementary (elementary, rated A), Cobb Middle (middle, rated A) and Reedy High School (high, rated A). School zones can differ from the closest school, so check with the district.

This area groups 18 Census block groups in this part of Frisco that have no neighborhood name on the map. Sources: US Census Bureau 2020-2024 ACS 5-year, CDC PLACES 2025, Texas Education Agency, FEMA National Risk Index, Overture Maps. How we grade.