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Dallas Area Information

Business opportunities. Affordable housing. Higher education. Arts and entertainment. More than 500 people move to the greater Dallas area every day—and they’re drawn to this dynamic region for countless reasons. With a city population of nearly 1.3 million and more than 5 million people in the surrounding metropolitan area, Dallas is a major corporate and cultural hub. Only New York City is home to more top 1,000 public companies and top 1,000 private companies.

While Dallas is friendly to big business, it’s also an ideal place to launch a new one. In 2002, Entrepreneur magazine ranked it #2 on the list of the nation’s best places for entrepreneurs.

Dallas has a unique sense of style reflected in beautiful residential neighborhoods, renowned restaurants, and world-class shopping. Along with neighboring Fort Worth, it’s also a top cultural destination with the largest urban arts district in the United States. With museums, galleries, public art and performance venues, seven major professional sports teams, and unlimited outdoor recreational opportunities, Dallas’ energy and diversity make it an ideal place to live, work, and go to school.