Creating a healthy work-life balance is one of the challenging aspects of being a working parent. Despite the many advantages of the modern world, such as access to childcare and appealing job opportunities, some U.S. cities are doing more than others to support working parents.
According to a recent study by Coworking Cafe, Plano — ranking #13 nationally — excelled in multiple key metrics. The city achieved the top rating for childcare affordability, with only 10% of the median household income spent on it, equating to $10,857. The city also boasted the second-best air quality in the country, with an index score of 40.
These advantages were further supported by Plano’s strong performance in the work category, where it ranked eighth. It recorded the ninth largest share of remote workers at 22.3% and had the eighth highest proportion of office jobs, accounting for 79% of employment.
Plano, with a population of 284,948 and a median household income of $105,679, also offers a range of amenities and excellent schools, including Plano East Senior High School, ranked #2 in Collin County.
On a national scale, Washington D.C. led the rankings, with 25% of its workforce working remotely and a high concentration of 350 pediatricians per 100,000 children. Seattle, Washington, and Arlington, Virginia, completed the top three spots.
Local Profile previously reported that North Texas is the fastest-growing region in the country, attracting more residents, businesses, and capital. From 2016 to 2021, Collin County experienced the largest population growth among all seven counties in North Texas.
In 2023, Texas led the nation in population growth. Migration data reveals that the top state residents are moving from is California, with Texas being the top destination for those leaving. Following California are Florida, Louisiana, Georgia and Illinois, which together contributed 113,707 new residents to Texas in 2019. Looking ahead to 2060, Collin County is projected to double its population.
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