Irving, Texas
Irving: The third most populous city in Texas.
About
Irving is a city located in the county of Dallas in the U.S. state of Texas. Its population at the 2010 census was 216,290 and a population density of 1,227 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 240,916 inhabitants.
The city was created 123 years ago in 1902.
Irving is a city located in Dallas County, Texas, within the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex. With 240,000 residents, it is the thirteenth most populous city in Texas.
History and Development
Irving began in 1903 as a small railroad town and farm trading center. It grew significantly as a suburb of Dallas starting in the 1950s.
Key historical facts:
- Founded in 1903 by J.O Schulze and Otis Brown
- Incorporated as a town in 1914
- Opened the first commercial airport between Dallas and Fort Worth in 1927
- Major suburban expansion after 1950 due to its location between Dallas and Fort Worth
Economy and Major Industries
Irving has a diverse economy focused around aviation, technology, manufacturing, retail, and healthcare services. Major companies include:
- ExxonMobil headquarters and Verizon regional offices
- Microsoft data center campus
- Irving Mall, Las Colinas urban center, and other retail
- Education centers of University of Dallas, North Lake College, and DeVry
Attractions and Things to Do
Top attractions are:
- Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport
- Las Colinas urban district with offices, hotels, and entertainment
- Pioneer Plaza in Irving with larger-than-life cowboy sculptures
- Irving Arts Center and Carpenter Performance Hall
- Golf courses, parks, and trails such as the Campion Trail
Irving provides jobs, culture, entertainment and amenities as a major economic hub within the Dallas metro.
Quick Facts about Irving
| Population | 240,916 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Texas (United States) |
| County | Dallas County |
| Postal code | 75000–75099 |
| Area | 176.22 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 32.8140,-96.9489 |
| Altitude | 482 feet / 147 meters |
| Establishment | January 01, 1903 (123 years ago) |
| Time Zone | America/Chicago |
| Local time | 06:42:57 (17th June 2026) |
| Density | 1,367 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | 10.22% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 95℉ Mostly Sunny 7-days weather |
Geography
Irving is located at 32°48'50"N 96°56'56"W (32.8140200, -96.9488900).
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Weather
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Demographics
The population of Irving increased by 10.22% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 216,290 | - | census |
| 2011 | 219,859 | 1.62% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 225,748 | 2.61% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 228,943 | 1.4% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 232,584 | 1.57% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 237,201 | 1.95% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 239,898 | 1.12% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 240,608 | 0.3% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 241,424 | 0.34% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 239,798 | -0.68% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 240,916 | 0.46% | estimation process |
Services and Civic Places in Irving
1City of Irving, City Hall
825 W Irving Blvd, Irving, TX 75060 View details
Phone: +19727212600 | Website available
2Irving Employment Department
825 W Irving Blvd, Irving, TX 75060 View details
Phone: +19727212696 | Website available
3Irving City Manager
825 W Irving Blvd, Irving, TX 75060 View details
Phone: +19727212521 | Website available
4Explore Irving
825 W Irving Blvd, Irving, TX 75060 View details
Phone: +19727212600 | Website available
5Irving City hall
53 Gibraltar St, Irving, TX 75062 View details
Phone: +19727212600 | Website available
People born in Irving (48)
People born in Irving, including model Erin Wasson, baseball player Blake Beavan, football player, defensive back, safety Michael Huff, .
More notable people
- Brandon Brooks (American basketball player) he was born in 28/06/1987
- Kerry Wood (American baseball pitcher) he was born in 16/06/1977
- Kris Brown (American football placekicker) he was born in 23/12/1976
- Mark Watters (American composer) he was born in 25/05/1955
- Odyssey Sims (American basketball player) she was born in 13/07/1992
- Jeff Moturi (American football player) he was born in 04/04/1986
- Marquez Haynes (American-Georgian professional basketball player) he was born in 19/12/1986
- Adron Tennell (American football player) he was born in 10/09/1987
- brentalfloss (American YouTuber) he was born in 12/04/1984
- Brian McBride (American musician) he was born in 01/01/1970
- Chase Daniel (American Football Quarterback) he was born in 07/10/1986
- Chris Hall (American football player) he was born in 01/01/1987
- Christopher Bevins (American actor) he was born in 31/10/1973
- DeMarcus Faggins (Player of American football) he was born in 13/06/1979
- Eloy Salgado (American soccer player) he was born in 09/03/1970
- Gary Compton (American football player) he was born in 09/05/1968
- Gus Malzahn (American football player and coach) he was born in 28/10/1965
- Davíd Garza (American musician) he was born in 04/02/1971
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Irving, TX. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 441788 | Aviation Institute of Maintenance-Dallas | Irving (TX) | 75061 |
| 227058 | Tint School of Makeup and Cosmetology-Irving | Irving (TX) | 75061-4235 |
| 224323 | University of Dallas | Irving (TX) | 75062-4736 |
| 227191 | North Lake College | Irving (TX) | 75038-3899 |
| 369783 | PCI Health Training Center | Dallas (TX) | 75247-4720 |
Nearby Transit Stations (6)
Rail and bus stations connected to Irving, 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 |
| MSQ | Mesquite, TX | 1331 Highway 80 East \r\n1331 Highway 80 East \r\n | BUS |
| FTW | Fort Worth Central Station | 1001 Jones Street | RAIL |
| CBR | Cleburne | 206 North Border St. | RAIL |
Closest post offices linked to Irving.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Irving Post Office | Irving (TX) | 75061 |
| Main Office Irving Post Office | Irving (TX) | 75061 |
| Brookhollow Post Office | Dallas (TX) | 75247 |
| Central Irving Post Office | Irving (TX) | 75038 |
| Las Colina Post Office | Irving (TX) | 75039 |
Other places with the same name (3)
- Irving, Michigan township in Barry County, Michigan with a population of 3,423 people.
- Irving, Wisconsin town in Wisconsin with a population of 779 people.
- Irving, Illinois village in Illinois, USA with a population of 463 people.
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. |
| Grand Prairie | 195,272 | The ninth 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
Irving distances to largest Texas cities