If you're moving to North Texas for a semiconductor or tech role, start with where your job is, then choose the neighborhood that fits your family's life. The region's chip industry is already real: Texas Instruments is headquartered in Dallas and is building in Sherman. TSMC is also reportedly studying a Texas campus, which could bring more engineers and leaders here. Here is how The Agency Dallas helps families relocating to North Texas for semiconductor and tech jobs think it through.
Step one: know the commute before you fall for a house
North Texas is big, and plant sites tend to sit well outside the urban core. Before you tour homes:
- Map the drive at rush hour, not on a Sunday. The Dallas North Tollway, U.S. 75, and the President George Bush Turnpike shape most commutes north of Dallas.
- Ask how often you'll be on site. Many senior roles split time between the plant, a city office, and travel. That changes the math.
- Factor in the airports. If you'll fly often, Love Field and DFW Airport access matter as much as the plant.
Where do relocating tech families tend to land?
The Park Cities (Highland Park and University Park). This is where we live and work. Families choose it for Highland Park ISD, walkable streets, and a real neighborhood feel. It works best for leaders whose week includes downtown or Uptown meetings and frequent flights from Love Field.
Preston Hollow. Larger lots, mature trees, and nearby private schools, with a straight Tollway drive north. A strong fit for families who want space and privacy while staying close to the city.
North Dallas. A practical middle ground with a range of home sizes and quicker access to the northern suburbs and the job sites that are growing there.
If your role puts you on a plant floor every day far north of Dallas, we'll tell you honestly when a closer suburb makes more sense, and connect you with a trusted agent there.
What do transferees ask first?
- Should we rent while we learn the area? It can be smart if your site or schedule is still settling. A short lease buys time without locking you into the wrong commute.
- How much does my relocation package cover? Often more than people expect, from closing costs to temporary housing. Bring it to our first conversation.
- Can we buy before we arrive? Yes. Many families buy from out of state with video tours, a trusted inspector, and a local agent watching the market for them.
Frequently asked questions
Is TSMC hiring in North Texas?
Not yet, as of early October 2026. TSMC is reportedly studying a Texas campus, but it has not named a site or announced jobs. Semiconductor roles already exist in the region today, including at Texas Instruments in Dallas and Sherman, so relocations tied to the chip industry are already happening across North Texas.
What are the best Dallas neighborhoods for relocating tech families?
It depends on where you'll work and how often. The Agency Dallas often sees relocating families choose the Park Cities for Highland Park ISD and walkability, Preston Hollow for space and privacy, and North Dallas for easier access to northern job sites. Mapping your real commute first is the best way to decide.
How far is Sherman from Dallas?
Sherman is in Grayson County, north of the Dallas area along U.S. 75. The drive from Dallas can run about an hour or more depending on traffic, so test it at commute times before choosing a neighborhood in the city. Many families split the difference by living in North Dallas or a northern suburb.
Should we rent or buy when relocating to North Texas for work?
Renting first makes sense if your job site, schedule, or school choice is still settling. Buying sooner can work well if your start date and commute are fixed and your relocation package helps with closing costs. The Agency Dallas helps relocating families compare both paths against their real commute and timeline.
Already own a home in Dallas and wondering what this news means for selling? Read Chip Plant Headlines and Your Dallas Home: Should You Sell, Wait, or Prepare?
Start with a conversation
Tell us your start date, your job site, and what matters most to your family, and we'll send back a short list of neighborhoods and homes that fit. Book your North Texas relocation consult with The Agency Dallas. Moving for a finance role instead? See our guide for families relocating with Morgan Stanley.
