ZIP Code 75074

    Central Plano, Plano, TX

    The original heart of Plano with a revitalized downtown, DART rail access, diverse dining, and affordable homes near major employment centers.

    Key Statistics

    53,831

    Population

    $88,697

    Median Income

    $371,000

    Median Home Value

    8/10

    School Rating

    42/100

    Walk Score

    3/10

    Crime Index

    Demographics & Housing

    Demographic and housing statistics for ZIP 75074
    MetricValue
    Median Age34.5 years
    School DistrictPlano ISD
    Under 1823%
    18-3427%
    35-5428%
    55+22%
    Owner Occupied53%
    Renter Occupied47%
    Median Rent$1,544/mo
    5yr Home Appreciation28%

    Housing Market

    53%

    Owner Occupied

    47%

    Renter Occupied

    9%

    Vacancy Rate

    22,641

    Total Units

    Ownership vs Rental

    Owner 53%Renter 47%Vacant 9%

    Median Rent Trend (2019–2024)

    5-year rent change: +33%

    Housing Inventory by Type

    Apartment41%
    Single Family38%
    Townhome13%
    Condo6%
    Other2%

    Median year built: 1995

    Race & Ethnicity

    Estimated racial and ethnic composition based on U.S. Census ACS data.

    White (Non-Hispanic)38%
    Hispanic or Latino28%
    Asian16%
    Black or African American14%
    Two or More Races3%
    Other1%

    Age Distribution

    Median age: 34.5 years

    Population Growth Trend

    Growth since 2010: +22.0%

    Employment & Economy

    5.2%

    Unemployment

    11.2%

    Poverty Rate

    28 min

    Avg. Commute

    Top Employment Industries

    Professional & Technical16%
    Healthcare15%
    Retail Trade14%
    Education10%
    Finance & Insurance9%

    How People Commute

    Drive Alone77%
    Carpool10%
    Public Transit3%
    Walk / Bike1%
    Work from Home10%

    Safety & Crime

    1.9

    Violent crimes / 1K

    20.2

    Property crimes / 1K

    Crime index comparison

    3/10

    1 = safest, 10 = highest crime

    Healthcare Access

    2

    Hospitals Nearby

    4

    Urgent Cares

    1.1

    Doctors / 1K

    86.7%

    Insured

    Educational Attainment

    Percentage of population aged 25+ by highest degree earned.

    High School Grad+91.9%
    Bachelor's Degree+44.6%
    Graduate/Professional20.8%

    13.4:1

    Student-Teacher Ratio

    9,776

    School-Age Population

    Household Composition

    2.55

    Avg Household Size

    20,173

    Total Households

    32.8%

    Married w/ Kids

    Married w/ Children32.8%
    Married, No Children26%
    Single Parent12.3%
    Living Alone30.5%
    Other Non-Family0%

    Language & Nativity

    77.2%

    English Only

    20.1%

    Foreign-Born

    Languages spoken at home (population 5+)

    English Only77.2%
    Spanish14.3%
    Asian & Pacific Island6.3%
    Other Languages2.2%

    Income Distribution

    Percentage of households by annual income bracket.

    Under $25K9.8%
    $25K–$50K8.7%
    $50K–$75K14.5%
    $75K–$100K20.4%
    $100K–$150K20.7%
    $150K–$200K14.5%
    $200K+11.5%

    Social & Connectivity

    12.2%

    With Disability

    3.2%

    Veterans

    90.8%

    Broadband Access

    6.7%

    No Internet

    5.1%

    SNAP Recipients

    Top Schools

    Plano Senior High School

    Public

    8/10

    Carpenter Middle School

    Public

    8/10

    Frequently Asked Questions

    What is downtown Plano like?
    Downtown Plano features a revitalized historic area with restaurants, breweries, boutiques, and a DART station.
    Does Plano have DART rail?
    Yes, Plano has multiple DART Red Line stations providing rail access throughout the DFW metro.
    Is Central Plano affordable?
    Central Plano (75074) offers more affordable options than West Plano with a median home value of $322,100.

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