THE DALLAS MORNING NEWS: Collin County population to double by 2060; Celina leads the way
Cities with significant increases since 2020 also include Anna, Melissa, Princeton and Van Alstyne.
New data projects Collin County will double to 2.4 million residents by the year 2060.(Vernon Bryant / Staff Photographer)
Collin County’s population is expected to double by the year 2060, according to Texas Demographic Center projections, and cities along and north of U.S. 380 are driving the growth.
The new data shows several cities with significant population increases since 2020, including Anna, which is up by 52%, Celina at a 97% increase, Melissa at 51%, Princeton at 55%, and Van Alstyne at 51%.
Celina also saw the highest growth increase for the previous year, up 55%.
Celina’s mayor, Ryan Tubbs, told The Dallas Morning News the population growth is a testament to the city’s many advantages.
“From its small-town charm, two A-rated school districts, and supportive business environment, it’s no surprise that so many people have chosen to make Celina their home,” Tubbs said. “Celina is a thriving city with a bright future.”
Lavon, located in the southeastern section of the county, is also seeing fast growth with a 57% increase in population since 2020. Josephine, which straddles Collin and Hunt counties, saw a 153% increase in the new data and a 75% increase in the previous year.
Countywide estimates include two projection scenarios: one the Texas Demographic Center says is best for near-term planning purposes assumes migration to Collin County would average the same for the next 40 years as it has for the previous 10; the other estimates migration would average half of what was experienced between 2010 and 2020 and is said to be better for long-term planning. Data shown in yearly increments from 2020 through 2060.
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