McKinney, TX

McKinney lies 30 miles north of Dallas along US Highway 75, serving as a northern anchor of the metroplex. Highway 121 provides the main east-west connection through town, linking to Plano and DFW Airport. The city experiences typical North Texas weather with hot, humid summers and mild winters. Popular drives include the quick trip south to Plano's shopping or longer routes to Dallas via US 75, with EV charging available at major retail centers. The 1875 courthouse downtown still hosts active county government meetings.