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Arlington, TX

Arlington is a city in Tarrant County, Texas, United States. It is part of the Mid-Cities region of the Dallas–Fort Worth–Arlington metropolitan statistical area, and is a principal city of the metropolis and region. The city had a population of 394,266 in 2020, making it the second-largest city in the county after Fort Worth and the third-largest city in the metropolitan area, after Dallas and Fort Worth. Arlington is the 50th-most populous city in the United States, the seventh-most populous city in the state of Texas, and the largest city in the state that is not a county seat.

European settlement in the Arlington area dates back at least to the 1840s. After the May 24, 1841 battle between Texas General Edward H. Tarrant and Native Americans of the Village Creek settlement, a trading post was established at Marrow Bone Spring in present-day Arlington (historical marker at 32°42.136′N 97°6.772′W). The rich soil of the area attracted farmers, and several agriculture-related businesses were well established by the late nineteenth century.

Arlington was founded in 1876 along the Texas and Pacific Railway. Named after General Robert E. Lee's Arlington House in Arlington County, Virginia., Arlington grew as a cotton-ginning and farming center, and incorporated on April 21, 1884. The city could boast of water, electricity, natural gas, and telephone services by 1910, along with a public school system.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city of Arlington has a total area of 99.7 square miles (258 km2); 96.5 square miles (250 km2) was land, and 3.2 square miles (8.3 km2) is water. The city lies approximately 12 miles (19 km) east of downtown Fort Worth and 20 miles (32 km) west of downtown Dallas. Johnson Creek, a tributary of the Trinity River, and the Trinity River itself, flow through Arlington. Arlington borders Kennedale, Grand Prairie, Mansfield and Fort Worth, and surrounds the smaller communities of Dalworthington Gardens and Pantego.

Arlington takes pride in its robust health and wellness sector, prominently featuring the acclaimed Texas Health Arlington Memorial Hospital, a cornerstone for top-quality medical services. Complementing this, the Arlington Parks and Recreation Department actively fosters wellness, organizing community events and programs that cater to the diverse needs of residents, promoting an active and healthy lifestyle. Arlington's commitment to health and well-being extends to its expansive outdoor spaces. River Legacy Parks offers extensive trails for hiking and biking. Join local fitness centers and gyms to participate in exercise programs, fitness classes, and strength training. Some popular options include Planet Fitness, Anytime Fitness, and Fitness Connection.

Top sites in Arlington, TX are Six Flags Over Texas, AT&T Stadium, and Epic Waters.

Population: 403,672 (2024). ZIP code: 76010. Area Code: 682. Elevation: 604 ft (184 m). Area: 99.44 sq mi (257.54 km2).

FAQs

Why is Arlington, TX famous?

It is the seat of the University of Texas at Arlington (1895) and the Arlington Baptist College (1939). Six Flags Over Texas, a large amusement park, is located there, and the city is home to the Texas Rangers of Major League Baseball and the Dallas Cowboys of the National Football League. Lake Arlington, a 2,275-acre (921-hectare) reservoir that provides drinking water for the city, is also a popular recreation site.

Is Arlington, TX a nice place to live?

Arlington is in Tarrant County and is one of the best places to live in Texas. Living in Arlington offers residents a dense suburban feel and most residents own their homes. In Arlington there are a lot of coffee shops and parks. Many families and young professionals live in Arlington and residents tend to lean liberal.

Is Arlington, TX expensive?

Arlington, Texas's cost of living is 4% lower than the national average. Arlington's housing expenses are 9% lower than the national average and the utility prices are 14% higher than the national average. Transportation expenses like bus fares and gas prices are 9% lower than the national average.

Sources

Wikipedia

City of Arlington

Texas Health Arlington Memorial Hospital

Arlington Parks and Recreation Department 

River Legacy Parks 

Planet Fitness

Anytime Fitness

Fitness Connection

Six Flags Over Texas

AT&T Stadium

Epic Waters

Britannica

Niche

Payscale

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