There are plenty of areas throughout Texas that are full of wealth, but apparently the wealthiest is right here in DFW. A recent study found the richest county in Texas, and the top spot came as a surprise to many.
Based on the data, Rockwall County was named the richest for all of Texas.
Rockwall County may be the smallest county in the Lone Star state, but now they have a new claim to fame. Data analysis website Stacker recently unveiled their list of the wealthiest counties in Texas, and Rockwall was at the top. The study looked at each county’s median household income to compile the rankings, and Rockwall County clocked in at $100,920.
According to Dallas Culture Map, Rockwall County was the only area with a median household income over $100,000. Also making the top 10 were Collin County at number three and Denton County at number six. Rockwall County may now have bragging rights over the rest of the state, but they must remember; more money means more problems.
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