Downtown

Bustling city center and uptempo environment.

Welcome to Downtown

Bustling city center and uptempo environment
 
Downtown is the geographic center of Dallas, Texas. It has experienced strong growth since the early 2000s and encompasses a total of 15 districts. Now defined as an interconnected group of urban areas, Downtown Dallas has many unique districts to explore, which all lend to one larger downtown vibe.
 
There are many modern and contemporary homes available downtown, with a large majority being luxury apartments. These apartments have great amenities and gorgeous views of the city, making for truly relaxing living.
 

What to Love

  • An urban area with excellent high-rise living
  • Gorgeous historic architecture alongside new developments
  • A rich sense of local history and culture
 

Local Lifestyle

Downtown Dallas is a great urban space to call home. Considered a flagship city, Downtown Dallas is the perfect place for young professionals to settle. With many large companies centered in the area, the job market is booming with opportunities. The area also has great public transport, making the various districts easily accessible to everyone. Recent redevelopments have improved the Arts District with great cultural amenities as well as the Convention Center corridor’s new convention hotel, both being a major draw to the area.
 

Dining, Entertainment & Shopping

Downtown is home to several great places to shop and eat. The following restaurants and shops are only a few of the great offerings in the area but are also some of the best.
 
When exploring the various districts of Downtown, one of the best restaurants in the area is The French Room. Located within the historic and luxurious Hotel Adolphus, The French Room is home to fine French dining and beautiful rococo decor to elevate your dining experience. If you prefer a more relaxed atmosphere, check out Jaxon Beer Garden for classic comfort foods, drinks, and live music. For everything from breakfast to dinner, The Exchange Food Hall has a large array of cuisines to pick from.
 
Downtown also has plenty of great shops to choose from—such as Commerce Goods + Supply, a women’s boutique selling upscale and casual clothing, accessories, as well as home decor and toys. Guns & Roses is also a great boutique selling high-end designer menswear and womenswear, including accessories, jewelry, and sunglasses. Hotel Shop at the Joule is a high-end gift shop that sells a variety of handcrafted decor, jewelry, apparel, and more. For groceries, stop by one of the various Berkley’s Markets in the area.
 

Things to Do

Downtown has many great opportunities for experiencing local culture. With many museums, parks, and events in the area, there’s sure to be something to fit anyone’s tastes.
 
If you want to spend time at a park, visit Klyde Warren Park, a 5.2-acre park with space for fitness classes, a children’s playground, a dog park, and ample space to relax in the sun or shade. Main Street Garden Park is also a great choice. With 1.75-acres, this park has public space and WiFi, a toddler’s play area, dog areas, and public art displays. If you love art, check out Nasher Sculpture Center and the Dallas Museum of Art.
 
For local events, Klyde Warren Park hosts weekly events as well as annual ones, such as the Independence Day Celebration and Tree Lighting Celebration. There are also many live music venues throughout the city that host great concerts during the year.
 

Schools

Downtown Dallas is served by the Dallas Independent School District and has several great schools to choose from. One private school of note is First Baptist Academy of Dallas, a college preparatory school for pre-K through grade 12.
 
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Overview for Downtown, TX

10,886 people live in Downtown, where the median age is 35 and the average individual income is $77,818. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

10,886

Total Population

35 years

Median Age

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

$77,818

Average individual Income

Demographics and Employment Data for Downtown, TX

Population Households Employment

Downtown has 6,813 households, with an average household size of 1. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Downtown do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 10,886 people call Downtown home. The population density is 9,346.864 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

10,886

Total Population

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

35

Median Age

57.52 / 42.48%

Men vs Women

Population by Age Group

0-9:

0-9 Years

10-17:

10-17 Years

18-24:

18-24 Years

25-64:

25-64 Years

65-74:

65-74 Years

75+:

75+ Years

Education Level

  • Less Than 9th Grade
  • High School Degree
  • Associate Degree
  • Bachelor Degree
  • Graduate Degree
6,813

Total Households

1

Average Household Size

$77,818

Average individual Income

Households with Children

With Children:

Without Children:

Marital Status

Married
Single
Divorced
Separated

Blue vs White Collar Workers

Blue Collar:

White Collar:

Commute Time

0 to 14 Minutes
15 to 29 Minutes
30 to 59 Minutes
60+ Minutes

Around Downtown, TX

There's plenty to do around Downtown, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.

97
Walker's Paradise
Walking Score
78
Very Bikeable
Bike Score
89
Excellent Transit
Transit Score

Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including Zaap Lao and Thai Street Eats, Amor y Queso, and Juanita's Panaderia.

Name Category Distance Reviews
Ratings by Yelp
Zaap Lao and Thai Street Eats Logo
Dining 0.81 miles 13 reviews 5/5 stars
Amor y Queso Logo
Dining 1.06 miles 18 reviews 5/5 stars
Juanita's Panaderia Logo
Dining 3.3 miles 7 reviews 5/5 stars
Yazzi Cakes Logo
Dining 0.18 miles 6 reviews 5/5 stars
Refined Fitness Logo
Active 3.91 miles 8 reviews 5/5 stars
Dallas Strength and Conditioning Logo
Active 1.95 miles 9 reviews 5/5 stars

Schools in Downtown, TX

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The following schools are within or nearby Downtown. The rating and statistics can serve as a starting point to make baseline comparisons on the right schools for your family. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
Type
Name
Category
Grades
School rating
Booker T Washington Spva Magnet
3434 S R L Thornton, Dallas, TX, 75224
PUBLIC
9th - 12th
5/5
Uplift Luna Preparatory Pri
2020 N Lamar Ste 100, Dallas, TX, 75202
PUBLIC
PreK - 5th
3/5
Pegasus Charter High School
601 N Akard St Ste 203, Dallas, TX, 75201
PUBLIC
K - 12th
1/5
Hospital/Homebound
912 S Ervay Ste 309, Dallas, TX, 75201
PUBLIC
PreK - 12th
1/5
Citylab High School
912 S Ervay St, Dallas, TX, 75201
PUBLIC
9th - 11th
No rating available
Dr Wright L Lassiter Junior Early College High School
701 Elm St 1st Floor, Dallas, TX, 75202
PUBLIC
9th - 12th
5/5

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