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What BestPlaces Users Say about Plano
As one of the fastest-growing cities in the United States, Plano, Texas has become a popular destination for individuals and families alike. Located just north of Dallas, Plano offers a mix of suburban charm and urban amenities. With its low crime rate, top-rated schools, and robust job market, there is no shortage of positive reviews from those who have chosen to call Plano home. However, like any city, there are also some varying opinions from residents. Let's take a look at what some users have to say about living in Plano.
According to user "John D.", who has been living in Plano for 7 years, "Plano is a great place to live if you are looking for a safe and family-friendly community. The schools are excellent and there is a strong sense of community." This sentiment is echoed by "Samantha M.", who has been living in Plano for 3 years and says, "I moved here for work and have been very impressed with the quality of life in Plano. It's a great place to raise a family and has plenty of job opportunities."
On the other hand, some users have a different perspective on Plano. User "Mark S." states, "While Plano may have its positives, I find it to be quite boring and lacking in diversity. There isn't much to do here and the cost of living is higher than I expected." Similarly, "Emily R." shares, "I've lived in Plano my whole life and while I appreciate the safety and good schools, I feel like it can be too cookie-cutter and lacks character."
In summary, the majority of user reviews about living in Plano, Texas are positive, citing its safety, good schools, and family-friendly atmosphere. However, some reviewers do mention the lack of diversity and character in the city. Ultimately, it seems that Plano is a great place to call home for those looking for a safe and suburban lifestyle.
based on 42 ReviewsGet to know Plano with the latest comments and reviews from people who live in or have visited Plano
Sadly, Plano's golden days are over - 6/22/2022
I had lived in Plano for over 30 years. It is where I bought my first home as a single woman, where I married, and where I raised my children. I was fortunate enough to do all of that when Plano was a growing, wonderful city and it was an amazing place to live. However, some city leaders through the years made decisions that did not benefit the citizens of the city, and as a result it's not the place that it once was. They are constantly changing zoning, despite strong citizen objections, and stacking people on top of each other. Infastructure is hurting. School system used to be one of the best in the country, and although still okay, it doesn't even make top 10 lists of best schools in the state anymore (and it's not even one of the best in DFW anymore). For people just moving in from out of state, they don't realize how great Plano used to be compared to now. People are leaving (school enrollment is down..city leaders blame that on housing costs, but the truth is other
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Always a Best Place To Live - 1/7/2022
We have lived in Plano for 20 years. It has been consistently rated very highly in surveys of best places to live in the US. Pros are the parks system; which includes water parks and natural areas with wildlife, access to medical care, facilities and services for seniors, and an A+ educational system. Cons: it does get uncomfortably hot in July and
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Utopia - 1/6/2021
I've lived here for a while now. It's wonderful here. There's a ton to do, great jobs, great parks, and pretty good school. It's the perfect
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Thinking about moving to Plano from Arkansas - 8/2/2019
Been in Arkansas for the past 15 years of my life, tired of it, detest it. I'm Chinese, and this state is very hostile against all non-whites and particularly Chinese for no reason. Is Plano friendly to Chinese? Would a $180k income suffice in Plano? Not married, no kids, but hoping to be able to date without discrimination. Thank
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A good place to raise kids, but.... - 11/28/2018
I logged into this site because my husband and I are ready to leave Plano and I wanted to compare statistics to some other areas. I think many of the points made in other reviews are still salient even thought the last review I saw was about 4 years ago. I have lived here for 18 years.
Positives:
1) It IS a great place to raise kids. The schools are good and every activity to which you might want to expose your kids is available in a nearby radius. I read in one review that the high schools here are harder than the freshman year of college and I can attest to the fact that my youngest son, who is a sophomore at a major public Texas university, made that statement just the other day. He specifically said that his freshman year at college was easier than high school. The Plano schools are more exacting even than nearby suburbs. For example, the Plano schools require comprehensive finals - other surrounding school districts do not have this policy. The schools are also
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We Are Considering Moving to Plano, TX - 12/3/2015
We would like your honest opinion.
1. Are people really braggy "Christians" in Plano,TX?
2. Are taxes really as high or close to what you pay for your mortgage?
3. If you're not Caucasian are you treated with disregard?
These are the only questions we have for now. Just asking due to some of the reviews we've read about
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Best Place to Live - 2/14/2015
Plano has everything! And everything is close. Jobs are plentiful and growing, schools are very good, cost of living is great, and a safe place to live. Would recommend anyone consider Plano,TX as a great place to live and raise a
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Unique type of religious behavior.... - 1/12/2015
I moved here 5 years ago from west of Chicago, before that-northern Indiana. Work is in north Dallas, live in south Plano, (middle-class older ranch homes.) I thought we were pretty conservative in the Midwest, boy was I wrong. We are actually pretty liberal compared to the locals here. Let me share my positives about the area: great highways-like racetracks, clean, restaurants galore, real estate affordable-closer to Indiana prices, wages in my industry comparable to Chicago, low crime-not even a concern. The negatives for me: weird sort of prideful, in-your-face, rich, snooty, bragging, "christianity." Good works or volunteering must be broadcast! Never have I experienced anything like it. I work in a dental office. Barely will I have said two sentences to someone before they start dropping phrases like: my pastor said..., at bible study..., I was just praying about..., I go to(fill in the blank...Baptist church), and etc. etc. Once a Bruno Mars song came on and the person said:
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Plano - 8/23/2014
Plano has everything you could ever want or need in a place to
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demographics - 8/16/2014
I moved to Plano 15 years ago and loved it. However, the demographics have changed drastically. If you are Indian you will love it. If not, you will be a minority, period. I am not saying this is good or bad, just stating facts. Plano has the largest population of Indians, percentage wise than any other city in the country.
The majority of the city is showing its age, the main areas that are nice are west of the Tollway.
Where I used to shop for books, there is now a Condom Sense store and an Oriental Massage next door and a large bar across the street.
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