# Melissa

> city in Collin County, Texas, United States

**Wikidata**: [Q973781](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q973781)  
**Wikipedia**: [English](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Melissa,_Texas)  
**Source**: https://4ort.xyz/entity/melissa

## Summary  
Melissa is a city in Collin County, Texas, United States, founded in 1853. As of the 2020 census, its population is 13,901, reflecting significant growth from 4,695 in 2010. It is part of the Dallas-Fort Worth metropolitan area and serves as a suburban community in northern Texas.  

## Key Facts  
- Founded in 1853.  
- Located in Collin County, Texas, within the Central Time Zone.  
- Population: 13,901 (2020 census), up from 4,695 (2010 census) and 12,117 (2019 estimate).  
- Area: 26.361 square kilometers (2020-07-09 reference).  
- Elevation: 207 meters above sea level.  
- Water covers 0.657% of its area (2010 data).  
- Official website: [cityofmelissa.com](https://www.cityofmelissa.com).  
- Postal code: 75454.  
- Local dialing code: 972.  
- Per capita income: $36,505 (2016–2020 American Community Survey).  
- Number of households: 3,058 (2016–2020 survey).  
- Borders McKinney and overlaps with the Melissa–Anna urban area.  
- GNIS feature IDs: 1362586 (human settlement) and 2411073 (administrative entity).  
- UN/LOCODE: USVMJ.  
- MusicBrainz area ID: 8a0a6b74-b6e1-49a4-817d-2557157ed400.  

## FAQs  
**Q: When was Melissa founded?**  
A: Melissa was founded in 1853.  

**Q: How has Melissa’s population changed over time?**  
A: The population grew from 4,695 in 2010 to 13,901 by the 2020 census, with a 2019 estimate of 12,117.  

**Q: What county and metropolitan area is Melissa part of?**  
A: It is located in Collin County, within the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex.  

**Q: What are Melissa’s key geographic features?**  
A: It covers 26.361 km² with 0.657% water area, elevation of 207 meters, and coordinates 33.28333° N, -96.57167° W.  

**Q: What economic data is available for Melissa?**  
A: As of the 2016–2020 American Community Survey, per capita income was $36,505, with 3,058 households.  

## Why It Matters  
Melissa is significant as a rapidly growing suburban community in the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex, one of the U.S.’s largest metropolitan areas. Its population surge since 2010 reflects broader trends of urban expansion in North Texas. As part of Collin County—a hub for technology, healthcare, and education—Melissa contributes to regional economic and residential development. Its inclusion in the Melissa–Anna urban area underscores its role in local infrastructure and community planning.  

## Notable For  
- Rapid population growth (over 190% increase from 2010 to 2020).  
- Higher per capita income ($36,505) compared to national averages.  
- Part of the Melissa–Anna urban area, a designated primary place.  
- Recognized in the *Handbook of Texas* (ID: hlm54) and MusicBrainz.  

## Body  

### History  
Melissa was founded in 1853 and incorporated as a city. It has historical ties to Collin County’s development, with geographic and administrative data tracked through GNIS feature IDs (1362586 and 2411073).  

### Geography & Demographics  
- **Area & Elevation**: Covers 26.361 km² (10.16 sq mi), with minimal water coverage (0.657%). Elevation is 207 meters (679 ft).  
- **Coordinates**: 33.28333° N, -96.57167° W.  
- **Population Growth**: Jumped from 4,695 (2010 census) to 13,901 (2020 census), with a 2019 estimate of 12,117.  
- **Households & Income**: 3,058 households reported in the 2016–2020 American Community Survey, with a per capita income of $36,505.  

### Governance & Infrastructure  
- **Website**: Official city portal at [cityofmelissa.com](https://www.cityofmelissa.com).  
- **Timezone**: Central Time Zone (UTC-6/-5).  
- **Postal & Dialing Codes**: ZIP code 75454; local dialing code 972.  
- **FIPS Code**: 48-47496.  

### Economy & Community  
- **Income & Households**: Survey data highlights median income and household size, reflecting suburban economic trends.  
- **Urban Area**: Part of the Melissa–Anna urban zone, indicating integrated local development.  

### Culture & Recognition  
- **Handbook of Texas**: Documented under ID hlm54.  
- **MusicBrainz**: Unique area ID 8a0a6b74-b6e1-49a4-817d-2557157ed400.  
- **Multilingual Coverage**: Featured in 30+ Wikipedia languages, including English, Spanish, and French.  

### Geographic Relationships  
- **Borders**: Shares boundaries with McKinney, a larger Collin County city.  
- **Locator Map**: Visualized in Wikimedia Commons as part of Collin County’s incorporated areas.  

### Technical Identifiers  
- **GeoNames ID**: 4710574.  
- **OpenWeatherMap ID**: 4710574.  
- **Getty Thesaurus ID**: 2105981.  
- **FactGrid Item ID**: Q239924.  

This structured overview ensures comprehensive coverage of Melissa’s municipal, demographic, and geographic significance within Texas and the U.S.

## References

1. Freebase Data Dumps. 2013
2. MusicBrainz
3. [United States Census Bureau](https://www.census.gov/quickfacts/melissacitytexas)
4. 2010 U.S. Gazetteer Files
5. [2010 United States Census](https://data.census.gov/cedsci/table?g=0100000US%241600000&y=2010&d=DEC%20Redistricting%20Data%20%28PL%2094-171%29)
6. [2020 United States Census](https://data.census.gov/cedsci/table?t=Populations%20and%20People&g=0100000US,%241600000&y=2020)
7. [2016–2020 American Community Survey](https://data.census.gov/cedsci/table?d=ACS%205-Year%20Estimates%20Detailed%20Tables)
8. GeoNames
9. [Source](https://service.unece.org/trade/locode/us.htm)
10. 2016 U.S. Gazetteer Files
11. 2023 U.S. Gazetteer Files
12. [2016–2020 American Community Survey](https://data.census.gov/cedsci/table?t=Income%20and%20Poverty&g=0100000US,%241600000&tid=ACSST5Y2020.S1902)