Preston, TX is a small city with a population of just over 2,000 people. It is located in Collin County, and has a population density of 314 people per square mile. While this is much higher than the US average of 93 people per square mile, Preston still manages to maintain its small town charm. Local businesses include Ables Automotive Repair, Watermelon Seeds Boutique and Cakes by Maryjane. Year-round outdoor activities such as fishing at nearby Lake Lavon make for great family fun and since it's only 25 miles away from Dallas there are always plenty of events to attend. Notable organizations in Preston include the Boys & Girls Club of North Central Texas which provide educational and recreational programs for local youth. The city also supports local sporting events like their annual 5K race.
The population in Preston is 2,217. There are 440 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in Preston is 49.2, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in Preston is 2.0, the US average of people per household is 2.6.
Family in Preston
- 45.2% are married
- 25.6% are divorced
- 14.0% are married with children
- 8.9% have children, but are single
Race in Preston
- 98.0% are White
- 0.0% are Black
- 0.0% are Asian
- 0.8% are Native American
- 0.0% claim Other
- 0.0% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 1.3% Two or more races
- 0.0% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander