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Flower Mound, TX

Flower Mound is an incorporated town located in Denton and Tarrant counties in the U.S. state of Texas. Located northwest of Dallas and northeast of Fort Worth adjacent to Grapevine Lake, the town derives its name from a prominent 12.5-acre (5.1 ha) mound located in the center of town. 

After settlers used the site for religious camps during the 1840s, the area around Flower Mound was first permanently inhabited in the 1850s; however, residents did not incorporate it until 1961. Although an effort to create a planned community failed in the early 1970s, Flower Mound's population increased substantially when Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport opened to the south in 1974. As of the 2020 United States census, the population was 75,956, reflecting a 17% increase over the 64,669 counted in the 2010 census. Of the Texas municipalities that label themselves "towns", Flower Mound has the largest population. Flower Mound was the only town with a population greater than 20,000 in the 2020 census.

Flower Mound's municipal government, operating under a council-manager system, has invested in a public park system highlighted by an extensive network of trails. Lewisville Independent School District, which operates public schools, covers the majority of Flower Mound. With its moderately affluent population and proximity to the Dallas–Fort Worth metroplex, Flower Mound has used a smart growth system for urban planning, and has recently experienced more rapid light industrial growth to match the growing needs of the primarily residential community.

Flower Mound is located approximately 20 miles (32 km) northwest of Dallas and 25 miles (40 km) northeast of Fort Worth on the border between Denton and Tarrant counties. The town is located almost entirely in Denton County, however, it has areas that extend into Tarrant County. It is situated on the basin of the Trinity River in the Eastern Cross Timbers subregion in Texas. The town borders Lewisville to the east and several cities and towns to the north, including Highland Village, Double Oak, and Bartonville. According to the United States Census Bureau, the town has a total area of 43.4 square miles (112 km2). The land comprises 41.39 square miles (107.2 km2) (95.37%) of the total area; Denton County soils include the Silawa, Nawo, and Gasil series. Water comprises 2.5 square miles (6.5 km2) (5.76%) of the total area; Grapevine Lake and Marshall Creek form much of the town's southern boundary. Flower Mound's climate is classified as humid subtropical; the town averages 233 sunny days per year and 79 days of precipitation.

The town encourages conservation development projects to protect and preserve existing open space, vistas, and natural habitats while allowing for controlled growth. Much of the town is located on the Barnett Shale, and drilling for shale gas near residential neighborhoods has sharply divided parts of the community. In 1994, amateur fossil collector Gary Byrd discovered a fossilized example of a Hadrosaurid dinosaur among black shale rock formations on the southwestern edge of the town, near Grapevine Lake. The fossilized creature from the Cenomanian age was named "Protohadros byrdi" in Byrd's honor.

In terms of health and wellness, Flower Mound prioritizes the well-being of its residents. The city offers a range of fitness and recreational facilities, including the Flower Mound Community Activity Center, which features fitness classes, sports programs, and wellness initiatives. Join local fitness centers and gyms to participate in exercise programs, fitness classes, and strength training. Some popular options include BFT Flower Mound, Gold's Gym, and Shapes Fitness. Additionally, the city's parks and trails, such as the expansive Northshore Trail along Grapevine Lake, provide opportunities for outdoor activities, promoting an active and healthy lifestyle.

For healthcare services, Flower Mound is served by several medical facilities, including Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Flower Mound, ensuring residents have access to quality medical care. The city's commitment to fostering a healthy community is evident in various organized events and initiatives that promote physical activity and overall well-being.

Top sites in Flower Mound, TX are Grapevine Lake, Flower Mound River Walk, and Lakeside Music Series.

Population: 79,990 (2024). ZIP codes: 75022, 75028, 75027. Area codes: 214, 469, 972, 682, 817. Elevation: 604 ft (184 m). Area: 44.48 sq mi (115.20 km2).

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What is Flower Mound, TX famous for?

Because early pioneer settlers used The Mound as a hay meadow and never plowed, the wildflowers were conspicuously abundant in wet springs. However, wildflowers and native prairie grasses flourish throughout the year. The non-profit Mound Foundation has identified more than 175 species of wildflowers.

Is Flower Mound, TX a good area?

Flower Mound is in Denton County and is one of the best places to live in Texas. Living in Flower Mound offers residents a rural feel and most residents own their homes. In Flower Mound, there are a lot of restaurants, coffee shops, and parks. Many families live in Flower Mound and residents tend to lean conservative. 

Is Flower Mound, TX expensive?

Flower Mound, Texas's cost of living is 4% higher than the national average. Flower Mound's housing expenses are 17% higher than the national average and the utility prices are 18% higher than the national average. Transportation expenses like bus fares and gas prices are 1% lower than the national average.

Sources

Wikipedia

Town of Flower Mound

Flower Mound Community Activity Center

BFT Flower Mound

Gold's Gym 

Shapes Fitness

Northshore Trail 

Grapevine Lake

Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Flower Mound

Grapevine Lake

Flower Mound River Walk

Lakeside Music Series

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