Where is Plano Located? - Plano is a city located in the Collin County of Texas, United States. Plano lies between 36.0345159 Degrees North latitudes and 89.3856281 Degrees West longitudes.
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Where is Plano Located?
Plano is a city located in the Collin County of Texas, United States. Plano lies between 36.0345159 Degrees North latitudes and 89.3856281 Degrees West longitudes. According to 2020 U.S.census, the population of Plano city is 285494 people and the city has a total area of 71.68 sq mi. The city has numerous parks and recreational facilities.
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Plano, Texas Quick Facts
| Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| City | Plano |
| County | Collin County, Denton County |
| State | Texas |
| State Capital | Austin |
| US Region | Southern United States (West South Central Region) |
| Latitude | 33.0198° N |
| Longitude | 96.6989° W |
| Elevation | 715 ft (218 m) |
| Land Area | 71.64 sq mi |
| Water Area | 0.43 sq mi |
| Total Area | 72.07 sq mi |
| Population (2020 Census) | 285,494 |
| Population Density | Approximately 3,985 people per sq mi |
| ZIP Codes | 75023, 75024, 75025, 75026, 75074, 75075, 75086, 75093, 75094 |
| Area Code | 214, 469, 945, 972 |
| Time Zone Standard | Central Standard Time (CST, UTC−6) |
| Time Zone Daylight | Central Daylight Time (CDT, UTC−5) |
| Currency | United States Dollar (USD) |
| FIPS Code | 48-58016 |
| Congressional District | Texas's 3rd, 4th and 32nd Congressional Districts |
Transportation and Connectivity in Plano
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Airport Name | Dallas Love Field (nearest major airport); Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport |
| IATA Code | DAL, DFW |
| Port | Not applicable (Inland city) |
| Major Highways | U.S. Route 75, Dallas North Tollway, President George Bush Turnpike, Sam Rayburn Tollway (SH 121) |
| Train/Amtrak Service | DART Red Line; nearest Amtrak station in Dallas |
| Local Bus/Transit Service | Dallas Area Rapid Transit (DART) |
- U.S. Route 75 (Central Expressway) – Main north–south corridor connecting Plano with Dallas, McKinney, and Sherman.
- Dallas North Tollway – High-speed route linking Plano with Frisco, Addison, and downtown Dallas.
- President George Bush Turnpike – East–west tollway providing quick access across the Dallas–Fort Worth metroplex.
- Sam Rayburn Tollway (State Highway 121) – Connects Plano with DFW Airport, Lewisville, McKinney, and Grapevine.
Top Places to Visit in Plano, Texas
| Landmark Name | Type |
|---|---|
| Historic Downtown Plano | Historic District |
| Arbor Hills Nature Preserve | Nature Preserve |
| Heritage Farmstead Museum | History Museum |
| Oak Point Park and Nature Preserve | Nature Park |
| The Shops at Legacy | Entertainment District |
| Legacy West | Shopping and Dining District |
| Interurban Railway Museum | Railway Museum |
| Crayola Experience Plano | Family Attraction |
| The Texas Pool | Historic Swimming Pool |
| Bob Woodruff Park | Community Park |
Driving Distances from Plano, Texas to Nearby Cities
| City | State | Distance (mi) | Approx. Drive Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Richardson | Texas | 8 | 15 minutes |
| Frisco | Texas | 10 | 20 minutes |
| Allen | Texas | 8 | 15 minutes |
| McKinney | Texas | 15 | 25 minutes |
| Garland | Texas | 15 | 25 minutes |
| Carrollton | Texas | 14 | 20 minutes |
| Dallas | Texas | 20 | 30 minutes |
| Irving | Texas | 25 | 35 minutes |
| Fort Worth | Texas | 50 | 55 minutes |
| Denton | Texas | 38 | 45 minutes |
Colleges and Universities in Plano, Texas
| Institution Name | Type | Level | Notable For |
|---|---|---|---|
| Collin College – Plano Campus | Public | Community College | Transfer and workforce education |
| The University of Texas at Dallas | Public | University | Engineering, business, and research |
| Dallas Baptist University – Plano Center | Private | University | Graduate and professional studies |
| Southern Methodist University | Private | University | Business, law, and liberal arts |
| The University of Texas at Arlington – Plano Center | Public | University | Graduate business and engineering programs |
| Plano Independent School District | Public | K–12 District | Primary and secondary education |
Waterbodies in Plano, Texas
Rowlett Creek, Spring Creek, White Rock Creek, Lavon Lake, Oak Point Lake, Duck Creek, Cottonwood Creek.
Golf Courses in Plano
Gleneagles Country Club, The Courses at Watters Creek, Pecan Hollow Golf Course, Ridgeview Ranch Golf Course, Canyon Creek Country Club.
Plano, Texas — Key Historical Facts
- Plano was established in the 1870s after the arrival of the Houston and Texas Central Railway, which encouraged trade and settlement in the area.
- The city was officially incorporated in 1873 and developed as an important agricultural center, producing cotton, wheat, and other crops.
- Beginning in the 1970s, Plano experienced rapid suburban growth as the Dallas metropolitan area expanded northward.
- Major corporate headquarters and technology companies established offices in Plano during the late twentieth and early twenty-first centuries, transforming the local economy.
- Today, Plano is recognized for its strong business community, highly rated schools, extensive park system, and role as one of the largest cities in the Dallas–Fort Worth metropolitan area.
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