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Highland Village, TX

Highland Village is a city in Denton County, Texas, United States. It is a suburb of Dallas and Fort Worth, located on the south side of the far western branch of Lewisville Lake. As of the 2020 United States census the city's population was 15,899. 

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 6.4 square miles (17 km2), of which 0.9 square miles (2.3 km2), or 13.88%, is covered by water. 

Highland Village incorporated as a city in February 1963. It included 516 residents in the 1970 census, but the opening of the Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport helped spur massive growth in the city's population: 3,246 in 1980, 7,027 in 1990, 12,173 in 2000, and 15,056 in 2010. The city remains a primarily residential area, though more business development is occurring.

Highland Village voted to become a member of the Denton County Transportation Authority (DCTA) in September 2003. It is currently served with Commuter Express coach service to Denton and downtown Dallas. DCTA initiated bus service in Highland Village in January 2008. In 2011, Highland Village/Lewisville Lake station opened as a commuter rail station on DCTA's A-train. In March 2020, DCTA replaced the Highland Village Connect Shuttle with a Lyft discount program to increase overall network efficiency. DCTA's on-demand GoZone service, which launched September 2021 in partnership with Via Transportation, ultimately replaced the Lyft program to provide transportation in Highland Village.

The commitment to health and wellness in Highland Village is evident through various community initiatives. The Highland Village Parks and Recreation Department organizes fitness classes, sports leagues, and wellness programs to promote an active lifestyle. The city is also home to medical facilities such as Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Flower Mound, ensuring residents have access to quality healthcare services. Join local fitness centers and gyms to participate in exercise programs, fitness classes, and strength training. Some popular options include Planet Fitness, Jazzercise and Fit4Mom. Discover the walking and biking trails in and around Chico, such as the Silverthorne Park and the Highland Village Peninsula Park Natural Area. These trails offer opportunities for outdoor exercise and enjoyment of nature.

Top sites in Highland Village, TX include Pilot Knoll Park, Doubletree Ranch Park, Copperas Branch Park.

Population: 15,899 (2020). Elevation: 550 ft (167.6 m). Area: 6.51 sq mi (16.87 km2). ZIP Code: 75077. Area code: 214.

FAQs

Is Highland Village, TX a good place to live?

Highland Village is in Denton County and is one of the best places to live in Texas. Living in Highland Village offers residents a rural feel and most residents own their homes. In Highland Village there are a lot of parks. Many families live in Highland Village and residents tend to lean conservative. The public schools in Highland Village are highly rated.

What is the crime rate in Highland Village, TX?

Highland Village has an overall crime rate of 9 per 1,000 residents, making the crime rate here near the average for all cities and towns of all sizes in America. According to our analysis of FBI crime data, your chance of becoming a victim of crime in Highland Village is 1 in 110. Highland Village's crime rate is lower than approximately 59% of Texas communities.

What is the ethnicity of Highland Village, TX?

Highland Village, TX is home to a population of 15.8k people, from which 97.6% are citizens. As of 2021, 7.46% of Highland Village, TX residents were born outside of the country (1.18k people). In 2021, there were 12.2 times more White (Non-Hispanic) residents (12.6k people) in Highland Village, TX than any other race or ethnicity. There were 1.04k White (Hispanic) and 603 Asian (Non-Hispanic) residents, the second and third most common ethnic groups.

Sources

Wikipedia 

City of Highland Village

Highland Village Parks and Recreation Department

Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Flower Mound

Planet Fitness

Jazzercise 

Fit4Mom

Silverthorne Park 

Highland Village Peninsula Park Natural Area

Pilot Knoll Park

Doubletree Ranch Park

Copperas Branch Park

Niche

Neighborhoodscout

DataUSA

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