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 former Mayor Paul Voelker's 2023 Richardson State of the City Address.