Murphy City Property Records in Texas
Murphy is a suburban city in Collin County north of Dallas, and its property records sit mostly with county offices. Recorded deeds, deeds of trust, easements and plats are filed with the Collin County Clerk in McKinney, whose Official Public Records can be searched online.
Appraised values, legal descriptions and homestead exemptions come from the Collin Central Appraisal District, which offers a free property search. Tax statements are issued by the Collin County Tax Assessor/Collector. Questions about zoning, permits or subdivision plats inside city limits can go to the City of Murphy Planning and Development Department.
Murphy Property and Community Statistics
What Are the Crime Rates
This section covers reported crime in Murphy, including violent offenses such as murder, robbery, and assault, and property offenses such as total property crimes, burglary, and motor vehicle theft. It shows how many incidents were reported in each category.
Murphy recorded 0 murders, 2 robberies, and 5 assaults. Property crimes totaled 99, including 4 burglaries and 5 motor vehicle thefts.
These figures let readers compare the volume of reported offenses across crime types in the city. They do not on their own show crime rates per resident or how Murphy compares with other cities.
What Is the Population Profile of Murphy
This section shows the racial and ethnic makeup of Murphy. White residents are the largest group, with 10,486 people (50%), followed by Asian residents at 7,019 (33%) and Black residents at 2,263 (11%). Hispanic residents number 629 (3%), while two or more races account for 505 (2%), and American Indian and other race residents make up 58 (0.28%) and 41 (0.19%).
Murphy, Ratings Compared Across Texas 
Murphy's ratings cover different aspects of life in the city, and Public Schools and Good for Families have the highest grades at A+. Access to Parks and Jobs are rated A, while Health & Fitness, Diversity, Good for Retirees, Good for Young Professionals, and Housing receive A-. Weather and Access to Coffee Shops are rated B+, and Cost of Living and Access to Outdoor Activities are rated B. Overall, the ratings provide an overview of key quality-of-life categories.
How Educated Is Murphy
Murphy's Education data shows residents' educational attainment, including Bachelor Degree (31%), Masters Degree (19%), and High School (13%). The data also includes Some College (11%), Associate Degree (9%), Below High School (5%), and Doctorate (2%) education levels.
When Were Homes Built
Murphy's Home Age data shows when homes were built across different construction periods. Most homes were built during 2000 - Present (81%), followed by 1980 - 1999 (13%) and 1960 - 1979 (5%). The data also includes 1940 - 1959 (2%) and Before 1939 (0%) construction periods.
How Many Bedrooms Do Homes Have?
Murphy's Home Size data shows the distribution of homes by number of bedrooms. Most homes have 4 Bedrooms (52%), followed by 5 or More Bedrooms (27%) and 3 Bedrooms (17%). The data also includes 2 Bedrooms (3%), 1 Bedroom (0.64%), and No Bedrooms (0.56%) categories.
What Is the Average Age
Murphy's Population data shows the distribution of residents by age group. The largest groups are 45 - 54 (20%), 10 - 17 (19%), and 35 - 44 (14%). The data also includes Under 10 (13%), 55 - 64 (11%), 65 Plus (11%), 18 - 24 (8%), and 25 - 34 (5%) age groups.
Property Market Trends at Murphy
Murphy's property market remains strong, with the median home price reaching approximately $508,500. Suburban areas, however, offer more affordable housing options. The rental market is also competitive, with the median rent around $2,640 per month. Despite high demand and limited inventory, the market remains resilient, attracting both buyers and investors seeking long-term value in Murphy's dynamic real estate landscape.