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Allen, TX Utility & Living Guide

Allen is a city in Collin County in the U.S. state of Texas, and a northern suburb in the Dallas–Fort Worth metroplex.

Last updated: July 9, 2026
1BR Rent$1572/mo
Median Home$390,200
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Living in Allen, summers are intense — Aug highs average 94.5°F, while winters are cool, with Feb lows hovering around 37.6°F. With 1984 heating degree days annually, heating costs are moderate. Annual rainfall reaches 59.8 inches, mostly summer thunderstorms. Within 5 miles: 171 parks, 10 groceries, 164 dining spots and 1 school. One hospital serves the immediate area. Median household income: $121,259. With a 5.2% poverty rate and 70.9% homeownership, the community reflects a stable residential mix. Nearby cities: Lucas (6mi E), Plano (6mi S), McKinney (7mi NE). Air quality is Good — avg AQI 48 over the past week.
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Living in Allen, summers are intense — Aug highs average 94.5°F, while winters are cool, with Feb lows hovering around 37.6°F. With 1984 heating degree days annually, heating costs are moderate. Annual rainfall reaches 59.8 inches, mostly summer thunderstorms. Within 5 miles: 171 parks, 10 groceries, 164 dining spots and 1 school. One hospital serves the immediate area. Median household income: $121,259. With a 5.2% poverty rate and 70.9% homeownership, the community reflects a stable residential mix. Nearby cities: Lucas (6mi E), Plano (6mi S), McKinney (7mi NE). Air quality is Good — avg AQI 48 over the past week.
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1 Bedroom$1572/mo
2 Bedrooms$1747/mo
3 Bedrooms$2183/mo
Median Home Price$390,200
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📊 Allen — Census & Demographic Data

Official data from the US Census Bureau, American Community Survey.

💰 Median Household Income
$121,259
🏠 Homeownership Rate
70.9%
🔑 Renter Rate
29.1%
📉 Poverty Rate
5.2%
💼 Unemployment Rate
4.3%
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