Grand Prairie, Texas
Grand Prairie: The ninth most populous city in Texas.
About
Grand Prairie is a city located in the county of Dallas in the U.S. state of Texas. Its population at the 2010 census was 175,396 and a population density of 2,163 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 195,272 inhabitants.
The city was created 163 years ago in 1862.
Perfectly situated between Dallas and Fort Worth, Grand Prairie, Texas offers residents big-city access with small-town charm. This family-friendly city provides recreation, entertainment, and community spirit.
Parks and Recreation
Grand Prairie manages one of the best park systems in the state with over 52 parks spanning 4,900 acres. The parks offer hiking, biking, golf, disc golf, tennis and swimming.
The state-of-the-art The Epic Center provides indoor recreation like ice skating, martial arts, gymnastics and indoor swimming. For water play outdoors, EpicWaters Indoor Waterpark delivers year-round fun.
Entertainment Options
The Verizon Theatre in Grand Prairie's entertainment district draws major concerts and events, while AirHogs Stadium hosts minor league baseball games. For family entertainment, Epic Waters Indoor Waterpark and Trader's Village Flea Market offer all-ages activities.
The city also hosts annual events like Main Street Fest celebrating the local music scene and the lively Cinco de Mayo festival.
Community Spirit
Grand Prairie has been named one of the country's best cities for families and places to live. Residents take pride in the award-winning school system, strong local economy, and diversity of the community.
Neighborly small-town atmosphere combines with big-city ambition in Grand Prairie, where Southern hospitality meetsTexan grit for a uniquely enjoyable lifestyle.
Quick Facts about Grand Prairie
| Population | 195,272 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Texas (United States) |
| County | Dallas County |
| Postal code | 75050–75054 |
| Area | 81.09 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 32.7460,-96.9978 |
| Altitude | 515 feet / 157 meters |
| Establishment | January 01, 1863 (163 years ago) |
| Time Zone | America/Chicago |
| Local time | 17:51:37 (15th April 2026) |
| Density | 2,408 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | 10.18% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 81℉ Chance Showers And Thunderstorms 7-days weather |
Geography
Grand Prairie is located at 32°44'45"N 96°59'52"W (32.7459600, -96.9977800).
Grand Prairie map
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Weather
A slight chance of rain showers before 10am, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 81. South wind around 15 mph,...
7-Day ForecastOfficial website of Grand Prairie
Official WebsiteDemographics
The population of Grand Prairie increased by 10.18% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 175,396 | - | census |
| 2011 | 178,903 | 1.96% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 182,030 | 1.72% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 183,891 | 1.01% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 185,824 | 1.04% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 188,411 | 1.37% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 192,095 | 1.92% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 193,973 | 0.97% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 193,989 | 0.01% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 194,543 | 0.28% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 195,272 | 0.37% | estimation process |
Best Things to Do in Grand Prairie
1Ripley's Believe It or Not!
601 E Palace Pkwy, Grand Prairie, TX 75050, United States View details
Phone: +19722632391 | Website available
Services and Civic Places in Grand Prairie
1Grand Prairie City Hall
300 W Main St, Grand Prairie, TX 75050 View details
Phone: +19722378000 | Website available
2Grand Prairie City
505 Dickey Rd, Grand Prairie, TX 75051 View details
Phone: +19722641203
People born in Grand Prairie (24)
People born in Grand Prairie, including singer, songwriter and actress Selena Gomez, racecar driver Jud Larson, curler Cheryl Bernard, .
More notable people
- Kristie Moore (curler) she was born in 22/04/1979
- E. P. Sanders (American biblical scholar) he was born in 18/04/1937
- T. Michael Moseley (United States general) he was born in 03/09/1949
- James Walter Elder (American politician (1882-1941)) he was born in 05/10/1882
- Andre Akpan (association football player) he was born in 09/12/1987
- Malcolm Williams (American football player) he was born in 22/11/1987
- Eric Vale (American voice actor) he was born in 28/04/1974
- Carson Wiggs (American football player) he was born in 20/02/1990
- Chase Wileman (American soccer player) he was born in 25/06/1986
- Chris Klute (American soccer player) he was born in 05/03/1990
- Julie Stepan (American racing driver and model) she was born in 30/03/1986
- Nikki McKibbin (American musician) she was born in 28/09/1978
- Remi Ayodele (Player of American football) he was born in 22/04/1983
- Wesley Duke (American football player) he was born in 21/06/1981
- William L. Hendricks (American film producer) he was born in 03/05/1904
- Ross Von Erich (American professional wrestler) he was born in 01/06/1988
- Michael Choice (baseball player) he was born in 10/11/1989
- Rodney Anderson (Texas businessman and politician) he was born in 01/01/1968
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Grand Prairie, TX. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 458478 | Fortis College-Grand Prairie | Grand Prairie (TX) | 75050 |
| 418968 | Tint School of Makeup and Cosmetology-Dallas | Grand Prairie (TX) | 75051 |
| 423412 | Mid Cities Barber College | Grand Prairie (TX) | 75051-4892 |
| 481003 | M T Training Center | Grand Prairie (TX) | 75051 |
| 222886 | Arlington Career Institute | Grand Prairie (TX) | 75050-2636 |
Nearby Transit Stations (6)
Rail and bus stations connected to Grand Prairie, TX. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| DAL | Union Station | 400 South Houston St. | RAIL |
| DAG | Dallas, TX | 205 South Lamar Street | BUS |
| FTW | Fort Worth Central Station | 1001 Jones Street | RAIL |
| MSQ | Mesquite, TX | 1331 Highway 80 East \r\n1331 Highway 80 East \r\n | BUS |
| CBR | Cleburne | 206 North Border St. | RAIL |
Closest post offices linked to Grand Prairie.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Grand Prair Post Office | Grand Prairie (TX) | 75051 |
| Watson Community Post Office | Arlington (TX) | 76006 |
| Fountain Post Office | Grand Prairie (TX) | 75050 |
| East Arlington Post Office | Arlington (TX) | 76010 |
| Westchester Post Office | Grand Prairie (TX) | 75052 |
Other cities in Dallas County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Dallas County , TX. (more)
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Dallas | 1,343,266 | The ninth most populous city in the United States and the center of the Dallas-Fort Worth metropolitan area. |
| Irving | 240,916 | The third most populous city in Texas. |
| Carrollton | 139,892 | The fourth most populous city in Dallas County, Texas. |
| Mesquite | 138,916 | The ninth most populous city in Texas. |
| Richardson | 121,112 | The fourth most populous city in Dallas County, Texas. |
| Rowlett | 68,388 | A city in Dallas County, Texas. |
| DeSoto | 52,910 | A city in Dallas County, Texas. |
| Farmers Branch | 51,373 | A city in Dallas County, Texas. |
| Cedar Hill | 47,820 | A city in Dallas County, Texas. |
| Coppell | 40,958 | A city in Dallas County, Texas. |
| Lancaster | 39,265 | City in Dallas County, Texas, United States |
| Duncanville | 38,189 | City in Dallas County, Texas, in the United States |
| Sachse | 25,964 | City in Texas, United States |
| University Park | 24,885 | City in Dallas County, Texas, United States |
| Balch Springs | 24,831 | City in Dallas County, Texas, United States |
| Seagoville | 17,178 | City in Texas |
Distance to Other Cities
Grand Prairie distances to largest Texas cities