Carrollton, Texas
Population: 109,576
Located in Collin County
Most local historians believe Carrollton received its name from the hometown of early settlers, who came from Carrollton, Illinois. The name was officially established on May 16, 1878, when the first U.S. Post Office opened in Carrollton. One story told is about an early settler who came to scout the area before bringing his family. He was so impressed with what he saw that he scooped up a handful of dirt to take back to his family to show them how rich the soil was for farming. Another story with a different outcome is told about a family arriving from Europe. They were frightened by the sight of the longhorns and returned to Europe. Most settlers were farmers, but teachers, lawyers, preachers, and doctors also came to the area. Farming was the main form of occupation, but many professionals supplemented their income by farming and raising cattle. Carrollton is a vibrant corporate and residential community that has the 'home advantage' because of its prime location. Businesses and neighborhoods flourish throughout the city's approximate 37 square miles. A business-friendly city, Carrollton ranks in the top three cities in the region in creating the highest number of new jobs, the total new development square footage, and the number of businesses moving to Carrollton, including the expansion of current businesses. 113,800 people call this region "home". Carrollton is home to over 5,200 businesses. This makes Carrollton a wonderful place in which to live because you can work where you live. Of course, if you to commute, Dallas and Fort Worth are just minutes away, as are a half-dozen other cities. The city was recently named a national "Kid Friendly City," "Tree City USA" and Texas' Safest City. In another study of "Best Cities under 200,000" Carrollton rated number one! The wide variety of housing, community partnerships and civic opportunities enhance Carrollton's diversity, and residents enjoy the award-winning sports complexes, libraries, natural areas, golf courses, lifestyle amenities and community events. Carrollton has become a popular place for people to relocate, especially former "snowbirds". The wonderful, mild climate and its location makes Carrollton a perfect place to live. Come and check out Carrollton, you'll not want to leave!
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