SPOTLIGHT ON DALLAS
WELCOME TO DALLAS, TEXAS
Dallas, a modern metropolis in north Texas, is a commercial and cultural hub of the region. Downtown’s Sixth Floor Museum at Dealey Plaza commemorates the site of President John F. Kennedy’s assassination. In the Arts District, the Dallas Museum of Art and Crow Collection of Asian Art cover thousands of years of art and the sleek Nasher Sculpture Center showcases contemporary sculpture. With its dynamic, growing economy and an unprecedented population surge, the area also provides a philanthropic platform for ambition above superior to most of the country.
Contents
Climate and Geography 02
Cost of Living and Transportation 03
Sports and Outdoor Activities 04
Shopping and Dining 05
Schools and Education 06
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Dallas Climate Graph
CLIMATE
The city of Dallas has a humid, hot climate and is often prone to storms though it is located in a region that also tends to receive warm, dry winds from the north and west in the summer.
A couple of times each year, warm and humid air from the south overrides cold, dry air, leading to freezing rain, or even the rare snow flurry. Spring and autumn bring pleasant weather to the area. Vibrant wildflowers bloom in spring and are planted around the highways throughout Texas.[2] Average High/Low Temperatures Springtime weather can be quite stormy, but Low / High temperatures themselves are mild. January 30oF / 57oF
July 71oF / 95oF
Average Precipitation Rain 41 in.
Snow 2 in.
GEOGRAPHY
Dallas makes up one-fifth of the much larger urbanized area known as the Dallas–Fort Worth Metroplex, in which one quarter of all Texans live. The Dallas skyline contains several buildings over 700 feet in height. Although some of Dallas’ architecture dates from the late 19th and early 20th centuries, most of the notable architecture in the city is from the modernistand postmodernist eras. Iconic examples include The JFK Memorial, Morton H. Meyerson Symphony Center and Fountain Place.
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COST OF LIVING
Amenities in Dallas are endless and the cost of living index in Dallas is 9% higher than the Texas average and 1% lower than that for the entire country. Housing is also 20% lower than the national average. It is easy to see why so many people are moving to this vibrant and affordable metropolitan city.
Key Metrics
Avg. Cost of Living Cost of Housing Health Costs -1% -20% +4%
% above or below national average
TRANSPORTATION
Highways Interstates 30/30, 35E, 45, 345, 366 US Highways 67, 75, 80, 175 State Highways 114
Airport Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Rail Dallas Area Rapid Transit (DART) lightrail system
Department of Motor Vehicles 6413 Woodway Drive Forth Worth, TX 76133 http://www.txdmv.gov
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LIFESTYLE & ENTERTAINMENT
Dallas is described as one of the most walkable large cities in the US. Most of the pedestrian-friendly areas in the city are near downtown and uptown. In the late 1990’s the importance of the pedestrian, bicyclist and those who use mass transportation began to be realized and most new developments cater to this. Walking trails and city parks were created and they greatly improve the local neighborhoods as well as 800 lane miles of cyclist-selected bike routes.
SPORTS
Pro Teams MLB: Texas Rangers MLS: FC Dallas NBA: Dallas Mavericks NHL: Dallas Stars NFL: Dallas Cowboys WNBA: Dallas Wings
Major Venues American Airlines Center AT&T Stadium Globe Lofe Park Toyota Stadium
OUTDOORS & ADVENTURE
Top-Rated Parks Fun on the Water Great Attractions Discover More
Fair Park Bachman Laker Dallas Arboretum & Gardens discoverdallastours.com Klyde Warren Park Joe Pool Lake Dallas World Aquarium discoverydallas.com Trinity River Audubon Center White Rock Lake Dallas Zoo visitdallas.com
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SHOPPING & DINING
Dallas Eats A Shopper’s Paradise
Dallas gives its residents an unlimited range Downtown Dallas provides a large walkable of possibilities in dining. From world known area with local shops and retailers to upscale chefs, private intimate dining, to locally owned high end boutiques. From jewels, clothing bistros, let your taste buds guide you through to household décor and furniture this walk this city’s food experiences. Uptown Dallas will give you more than you bargained for! provides a strip of all day dining options to The outdoor “mall” setting offers endless meet give your taste buds a special treat. shopping and dining options. It is great for Residents can try something new each time people watching, too! they visit, never to be disappointed!
ART & CULTURE
The Arts District is the largest continuous arts district in the U.S. and is a must see when visiting Dallas. Below is just a small sampling of places for art, music, and learning.
Museums & Galleries l Barry Whistler Gallery l Dallas Museum of Art l Meadowes Museum l Nasher Sculpture Center l Talley Dunn Gallery
Music & Theater l AT&T Performing Arts Center l Dallas City Performance Hall l Dallas Theater Center l Morton H. Meyerson Symphony Center l Winspear Opera House
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EDUCATION IN DALLAS, TX
Notable Colleges & Universities Elementary & High School
Richland College Dallas Independent School District Dallas, TX
309 public schools in Dallas Southern Methodist University Student to Teacher Ratio 15:1 Dallas, TX Dallas Educational Attainment High School Graduates or higher 71% University of Dallas Bachelor’s Degree or higher 29% Dallas, TX
Contact University of North Texas at Dallas 3700 Ross Avenue Dallas, TX Dallas, TX 75204 (972) 925-3700 l www.dallasisd.org
University of Texas SW Medical School Dallas, TX
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