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Allen vs Plano: the data, side by side
Allen's typical home value is $7,027 lower than Plano's ($497,364 vs $504,391, Zillow ZHVI, June 2026). On the computed commute grid, Plano posts the shorter free-flow drive to 10 of the six tracked employment centers. Which trade wins depends on your workplace and budget — the Fit Engine scores it for your exact profile.
Verified facts
| Allen | Plano | |
|---|---|---|
| County | Collin | Collin |
| Population (Census Vintage 2024) | 113,746 | 293,286 |
| Typical home value (Zillow ZHVI, June 2026) | $497,364 | $504,391 |
| Typical rent (Zillow ZORI, June 2026) | $1,678 | $1,713 |
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau Vintage 2024 estimates · Zillow ZHVI/ZORI June 2026 · OSRM commute grid 2026-08-09 · full methodology
Commutes compared
| Destination | Allen | Plano |
|---|---|---|
| Legacy West | 19 | 18 |
| Frisco (The Star) | 20 | 22 |
| Las Colinas | 36 | 29 |
| DFW Airport | 46 | 39 |
| Downtown Dallas | 29 | 23 |
| Downtown Fort Worth | 62 | 55 |
| Richardson CityLine | 13 | 6 |
| Addison | 26 | 20 |
| Medical District | 35 | 28 |
| AllianceTexas | 73 | 67 |
| Cypress Waters | 35 | 28 |
Free-flow driving minutes (OSRM model, computed 2026-08-09). Peak-hour drives run meaningfully higher.
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