Arlington, Texas

Arlington: The third most populous city in Texas and the center of the Dallas-Fort Worth metropolitan area. It is located in northeastern Texas. Arlington is known for its sports teams, such as the Dallas Cowboys and the Texas Rangers, and its many attractions, such as the Globe Life Field and the Six Flags Over Texas.

About

Arlington is a city located in the county of Tarrant in the U.S. state of Texas. Its population at the 2010 census was 365,438. After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 398,864 inhabitants.

The city was created 223 years ago in 1801.

Arlington is located in the Dallas-Fort Worth metropolitan area of north Texas. With a population of over 398,000, it's the largest city in the U.S. that is not a county seat.

Arlington is perhaps best known as the home of the Dallas Cowboys and Texas Rangers sports teams. But it has grown into an attractive destination in its own right.

Top Attractions and Activities

Sports Venues

Arlington is home to the massive AT&T Stadium where the Dallas Cowboys play and the Globe Life Field baseball stadium for the Texas Rangers. Sports fans can tour the stadiums year-round.

Six Flags Over Texas

This huge theme park has thrill rides, games, shows, and themed sections like DC Universe and Looney Tunes Adventure Camp. The New Texas Giant roller coaster is its star attraction.

Arlington Music Scene

Levitt Pavilion offers free outdoor concerts throughout the year. Texas Live! is a dining/entertainment district with live music. The Hat Tricks Dueling Piano Bar is also popular.

Parks

River Legacy Parks offers hiking, mountain biking, and nature programs. Veterans Park has a lake, athletic fields, a recreation center and more.

Museums

The International Bowling Museum covers the sport's history. The Arlington Museum of Art has regional and national works.

Planning Your Visit

Arlington enjoys a hot, humid subtropical climate. Spring and fall bring mild weather perfect for outdoor activities.

Lodging ranges from national chains to unique boutique hotels. Public transit includes bus and Metro rail service.

Beyond the big stadiums, Arlington offers family fun, music, art, and outdoor recreation perfect for a Dallas/Fort Worth visit.

Arlington locator map
Location of Arlington on Texas map.

Quick Facts about Arlington

Population : 398,864 (2020)
Country : United States of America
State : Texas (United States)
County : Tarrant County
Twitter username : arlingtonva
Postal code : 22201–22246
Phone Area Codes : 703, 571
Water as percent of area : 0.36%
Land as percent of area : 99.64%
Named for : Henry Bennet, 1st Earl of Arlington
Altitude : 860 feet / 262, 80 meters
Capital : Arlington
Establishment : February 02, 1801 (223 years ago)
Time Zone : UTC−04:00, Eastern Time Zone, UTC−05:00
Local time : 06:07:21 (19th March 2024)
Population growth : 8.38% (2010-2020)
Half Mast at Courthouse image
Half Mast at Courthouse
Half Mast at Courthouse image

Geography

Arlington is located at 32°44'8"N 97°6'29"W (32.7356900, -97.1080700). It has 5 neighbors: District of Columbia, Montgomery County, Alexandria, Fairfax County and Falls Church.

Arlington map

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Arlington has 5 neighbours.

  • District of Columbia capital city of the United States
  • Montgomery County county in Maryland, United States
  • Alexandria A city in Virginia. It is located across the Potomac River from Washington, D.C. Alexandria is known for its many historic buildings, its many parks and green spaces, and its many attractions, such as the Torpedo Factory Art Center and the Alexandria Museum of Art.
  • Fairfax County county in Virginia, United States
  • Falls Church independent city in Virginia, United States

Demographics

The population of Arlington increased by 8.38% in 10 years.

Year Population % Change Method
2010 365,438 - census
2011 370,253 1.3% estimation process
2012 375,629 1.43% estimation process
2013 378,950 0.88% estimation process
2014 382,721 0.99% estimation process
2015 388,728 1.55% estimation process
2016 394,384 1.43% estimation process
2017 397,173 0.7% estimation process
2018 398,123 0.24% estimation process
2019 398,854 0.18% estimation process
2020 398,864 0% estimation process

Arlington zip code is 76001. County name: Tarrant, County fips: 48439

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People born in Arlington (115)

People born in Arlington, including philanthropist Bob Wallace, television and online journalist, presenter, producer, and author Katie Couric, musician Rachael Yamagata, .

List

  • Stan Winston (american television and film special make-up creator) he was born in 07/04/1946
  • Adam Curry (broadcasting and Internet personality) he was born in 03/09/1964
  • David M. Brown (American astronaut) he was born in 16/04/1956
  • Asher Monroe (American dancer and actor) he was born in 18/09/1988
  • Bill Potts (American musician) he was born in 03/04/1928
  • Kate Fleming (American actress, artist, singer, audio book narrator and producer) she was born in 06/10/1965
  • Terrence Jennings (American taekwondo practitioner) he was born in 28/07/1986
  • Tom Dolan (American swimmer) he was born in 15/09/1975
  • Will Yun Lee (American actor) he was born in 22/03/1971
  • Mark Linkous (American musician) he was born in 09/09/1962
  • John Franklyn Mars (American businessman) he was born in 15/10/1935
  • Nidal Malik Hasan (Jordanian-American army officer; convict) he was born in 08/09/1970
  • Frank Havens (Canoe racer) he was born in 01/08/1924
  • Richard Chartier (American artist) he was born in 29/03/1971
  • John Lipscomb (American bishop) he was born in 25/07/1950
  • Susie Bright (American writer and feminist) she was born in 25/03/1958
  • Zac Hanson (American musician) he was born in 22/10/1985
  • G. D. Falksen (American writer) he was born in 31/07/1982

Schools in Arlington

College & universities near Arlington, TX

Code Name City ZIP
228769 The University of Texas at Arlington Arlington (TX) 76013
449773 CCI Training Center-Arlington Arlington (TX) 76011
490735 Peloton College Arlington (TX) 76011-9998
227313 Ogle School Hair Skin Nails-Arlington Arlington (TX) 76013
222877 Arlington Baptist University Arlington (TX) 76012-3425

Stations (6)

Amtrak & bus stations near Arlington, TX

Code Name Address Type
FTW Fort Worth Central Station 1001 Jones Street RAIL
DAL Union Station 400 South Houston St. RAIL
DAG Dallas, TX 205 South Lamar Street BUS
MSQ Mesquite, TX 1331 Highway 80 East \r\n1331 Highway 80 East \r\n BUS
CBR Cleburne 206 North Border St. RAIL

Post offices near Arlington

Post Office Name City ZIP
Arlington Post Office Arlington (TX) 76004
Main Office Arlington Post Office Arlington (TX) 76004
East Arlington Post Office Arlington (TX) 76010
Oakwood Post Office Arlington (TX) 76012
Panteg Post Office Arlington (TX) 76013

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  • Arlington , Virginia A county in Virginia. It is located across the Potomac River from Washington, D.C. Arlington is known for its many military bases, its many parks and green spaces, and its many attractions, such as the Arlington National Cemetery and the Pentagon. with a population of 229,164 people.
  • Arlington , Massachusetts town in Middlesex County, Massachusetts, United States with a population of 45,169 people.
  • Arlington , Washington city in northern Snohomish County, Washington, United States with a population of 21,068 people.
  • Arlington , Tennessee town in Shelby County, Tennessee, United States of America with a population of 11,748 people.
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  • Arlington , Vermont town in Bennington County, Vermont, United States of America with a population of 2,204 people.
  • Arlington , Ohio village in Hancock County, Ohio, United States of America with a population of 1,431 people.
  • Arlington , Nebraska village in Nebraska, USA with a population of 1,327 people.
  • Arlington , Georgia city in Calhoun County and Early County, Georgia, United States of America with a population of 1,319 people.
  • Arlington , South Dakota city in Kingsbury and Brookings counties in South Dakota, United States with a population of 864 people.
  • Arlington , Wisconsin village in Columbia County, Wisconsin, United States with a population of 822 people.
  • Arlington , North Carolina town in Yadkin County, North Carolina, United States of America with a population of 781 people.
  • Arlington , Oregon city in Oregon, USA with a population of 626 people.
  • Arlington , Minnesota city in Sibley County, Minnesota, United States with a population of 526 people.
  • Arlington , Kansas city in Reno County, Kansas, United States of America with a population of 445 people.
  • Arlington , Iowa city in Fayette County, Iowa, United States with a population of 393 people.
  • Arlington , Kentucky Arlington is a city in Madison County, Kentucky with a population of 296 people.
  • Arlington , Illinois village in Bureau County, Illinois, United States of America with a population of 179 people.

Other cities in Tarrant County

Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Tarrant County , TX. (more)

City Name Population Title
Fort Worth 927,720 The twelfth most populous city in the United States and the center of the Dallas-Fort Worth metropolitan area.
Mansfield 73,094 The most populous city in Wise County, Texas.
North Richland Hills 71,949 The third most populous city in Tarrant County, Texas.
Euless 57,332 The most populous city in Tarrant County, Texas.
Grapevine 55,780 A city in Tarrant County, Texas.
Bedford 48,352 The most populous city in Tarrant County, Texas.
Keller 46,939 A city in Tarrant County, Texas.
Haltom City 43,874 A city in Tarrant County, Texas.
Hurst 38,172 City in Tarrant County, Texas, United States
Southlake 32,280 City in Tarrant County, Texas, United States
Colleyville 27,085 City in Tarrant County, Texas, United States
Saginaw 24,860 City in Texas
Watauga 24,188 City in Tarrant County, Texas, United States
Benbrook 23,312 City in Tarrant County, Texas, United States
White Settlement 17,776 City in Texas
Crowley 17,593 City in Tarrant County, Texas, United States

Distance to Other Cities

Arlington distances to largest Texas cities