Are you and your family planning a trip to Dallas this summer? 

Dallas is the ninth largest city in the entire nation; it’s also the third largest in Texas. With an insane number of counties (12), the city is chock-full of historical sites, sceneries, and activities. 

So, we don’t blame you for wanting to visit here – if only once in your entire lifetime. 

Keep scrolling to learn more about Dallas counties and other fun facts and statistics. 

Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex

The Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex comprises three different cities: Dallas, Fort-Worth, and Arlington. They are among the fastest-growing cities in America – and some of the best places to find residential and commercial properties. 

The Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex consists of 12 counties: 

• Collin County
• Dallas County
• Delta County
• Denton County
• Ellis County
• Hunt County
• Johnson County
• Kaufman County
• Parker County
• Rockwell County
• Tarrant County
• Wise County

If you’re planning to buy property in any of these areas, getting in touch with a qualified property manager would be wise. They’ll help you make the right choice for your investments.

Still, don’t limit your search to the above-mentioned countries just yet! There are several others that are worth checking out.

Dallas-Plano-Irving Metropolitan Division

Located south of Dallas is the Dallas-Plano-Irving Metropolitan Division. It has a population of a little over 4.5 million and is made up of eight counties:

• Collin County
• Dallas County
• Delta County
• Denton County
• Ellis County
• Hunt County
• Kaufman County
• Rockwell County

It’s a slightly smaller area compared to the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex. Nevertheless, it is home to several Fortune 500 companies.

Weather and Climate

Dallas is generally sunny all year round but summers can get exceptionally warm due to its humid subtropical climate. However, the city does experience all four seasons, including winter. 

While snow is quite rare in Dallas, you can expect an average of 4 cm (1.5 inches) of snow fall every year. 

If you’re new to the area, you should get a home inspection to confirm that your home is prepared for both warm and freezing weather. 

Most Dallas homes are equipped to handle the scorching tropical heat. The same can’t be said about winter. 

Annual Visitors

Dallas is visited by over 27 million people annually. This generates the city a whopping $8.8 million in profit. 

People spend money on all sorts of activities and events in the city. 

Digital nomads pay for coworking spaces they can work from while on the move. Vacationers pay for spa treatments and accommodations on top of local activities and entertainment.

Dallas is certainly a city of many busy counties. 

Hotels and Businesses

The number of available hotel rooms in Dallas is massive. About 30,000 rooms are unevenly spread throughout its different counties. 

So, if you wanted to bring several generations of extended family members with you during your summer trip, you definitely can. 

For all you business-minded folk, the Dallas counties are also some of the best places to build hotels and other businesses. You can find over a dozen general contractors in the area that would be more than willing to help you get started. 

The Dallas counties are also great places to settle down and have families. It has a rich job market that’s overflowing with opportunities for people of varying skill sets.