Economic Development

Lake Highlands' Demographics are Impressive

Lake Highlands is located in Northeast Dallas stretching from the northern shores of White RockLake, emanating north and east from White Rock Creek to the Dallas city limits. The enviable rolling terrain and mature trees provide a picturesque backdrop to a thriving and diverse city community. Still within view of the majestic Dallas skyline Lake Highlands has a myriad of outdoor recreational facilities, highly acclaimed schools and the warmth of close-knit neighborhoods. Few people can be here long without realizing they have found something special...a pearl. For those wanting to experience or recapture community pride, this is the place to be. Even in a mobile society, many residents choose Lake Highlands, generation after generation.

Population

23,262 homes ranging from $100,000 to over $1,000,000^ **
88.9% are between ages 25-54, peak buying power*
Average annual income $100,118*
Average annual retail purchase per household $53,445*
Total population density 120,995^

Source:
*Lake Highlands Advocate, 2000 U.S. Census
^North Central Texas Council of Governments, 2000 U.S. Census
**Dallas Central Appraisal District

Transportation

Crossing Lake Highlands, either north-south or east-west takes fewer than 10 minutes
Strip retailers near DART registered a 49.5 percent gain in occupancy
Dart White Rock station opened in September 2001
Dart city bus lines run throughout the neighborhood

Proximity

Neighboring communities within 15 minutes: Telecom Corridor, Preston Hollow, Park Cities,Lakewood, Downtown Dallas, East Dallas, Casa Linda, Forest Hills, City of Richardson, City ofGarland.

Schools

Award-winning Richardson Independent School District and many private school choices.

Retail

15 major retail centers with a range of services and products. More coming everyday.

Services

City of Dallas Police, Fire, Sanitation, Water and Parks and Recreation