Murphy is a suburban city in Collin County, Texas, in the northeastern quadrant of the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex. It is bordered by Plano to the west, Richardson to the southwest, Wylie to the east, and Sachse to the south, placing it squarely within one of the region's most dynamic growth corridors. The city's population of about 21,000 represents a dramatic rise from roughly 3,100 in 2000, reflecting the northward expansion of the Dallas suburbs. Murphy's roots are agricultural. The area was settled as farmland, and through much of the 20th century it remained a quiet farming community, with residents living on parcels of one to five acres. The old schoolhouse still serves as the city hall and community center, a tangible link to that past. As the Metroplex grew and neighboring Plano and Richardson matured, Murphy's farmers began selling their land for residential development, and the city transformed into a residential suburb defined by newer single-family homes and a deliberate focus on family amenities. Today Murphy is an affluent, family-oriented city. Its median household income is among the higher in the region, and the population is heavily weighted toward professionals who commute to Plano's corporate campuses and other Dallas-area employment centers. The city is notable for its school-district split, with the western side served by Plano ISD and the eastern side by Wylie ISD, both highly regarded, which makes school access a central consideration for homebuyers. For those relocating, Murphy offers a quiet, safe, and well-kept residential environment with large lots, strong schools, and fast toll-road access to major employers, while trading a downtown and commercial district of its own for the amenities of its larger neighbors. It suits families and professionals seeking newer suburban housing and community amenities in a prime Collin County location.