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Why Richardson

Richardson is a vibrant and diversified business community, strategically located in one of the brightest economic regions in the world – the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex.

Whether your company seeks the latest technological breakthrough, provides the highest level of financial services or thrives on the synergy between a great business and an R1-Ranked Research Institution, we're where excellence is the expectation.

Advantages of a Richardson location:

  • Highest concentration of technology workers in the greater Dallas area –
    1.9 million total labor force within a 30-minute commute.
  • Strategically located between major freeways for easy commuter access.
  • Home to the University of Texas at Dallas – a Carnegie "Tier One" University.
  • Highly regarded K-12 educational systems with over 90% college-bound graduates.
  • 4 existing DART light rail stations (2 more rails underway) and public bus service.
  • 30+ million square feet of office, flex and industrial space.
  • Responsive city government and staff who "operate at the speed of business."
  • Extensive housing options from entry level to executive homes, town homes,
    upscale multi-family, and transit-oriented developments.
  • 800+ acres of parks and recreational facilities, golf courses and over 40 miles of hike & bike trails.
  • Arts & music festivals throughout the year, plus first-class entertainment venues.
  • Over 250 dining options, from traditional American to international cuisines.

To learn more, watch Mayor Paul Voelker's 2023 Richardson State of the City Address.

Download the one sheet here.
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