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Irving, TX 

Irving is a city in Dallas County, Texas, United States. It is part of the Mid-Cities region of the Dallas–Fort Worth metroplex and is an inner ring suburb of Dallas. Irving is noted for its racial and ethnic diversity. The city had a population of 256,684 according to the 2020 United States Census, making it the twelfth-most populous city in Texas, and the 87th most populous in the U.S. Irving includes the Las Colinas mixed-use master-planned community and part of the Dallas Fort Worth International Airport.

Irving was founded in 1903 by J.O. "Otto" Schulze and Otis Brown. It is believed literary author Washington Irving was a favorite of Netta Barcus Brown, and consequently, the name of the town site, Irving, was chosen. Irving began in 1889 as an area called Gorbit, and in 1894 the name changed to Kit. Irving was incorporated on April 14, 1914, with Otis Brown as the first mayor. 

By the late nineteenth century, the Irving area was the site of churches, two cotton gins, a blacksmith shop, and a general store. The Irving district public school system dates to the 1909 establishment of Kit and Lively schools. Population growth was slow and sometimes halting, with only 357 residents in 1925, but a significant increase began in the 1930s.

By the early 1960s, the city had a population of approximately 45,000. Several manufacturing plants operated in Irving, along with transportation, retail, and financial businesses. The University of Dallas in Irving opened in 1956, and Texas Stadium was completed in 1971 as the home field of the Dallas Cowboys. The Chateau Theater opened in 1964 as part of a chain of premium, dollar, and drive-in theaters that stretched across North Texas and Oklahoma.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 67.7 square miles (175 km2), of which 67.2 square miles (174 km2) is land and 0.4 square miles (1.0 km2) (0.65%) is water. 

In terms of health and wellness, Irving provides a range of health-conscious amenities and programs. The Irving Family YMCA plays a pivotal role in community well-being, offering fitness classes, sports facilities, and wellness programs. Additionally, the city's extensive park system, including the scenic Trinity River Greenbelt, encourages an active lifestyle with opportunities for walking, jogging, and other outdoor activities. Join local fitness centers and gyms to participate in exercise programs, fitness classes, and strength training. Some popular options include Fitness Connection, The Fitsmith, and Anytime Fitness. For those seeking quality healthcare, Irving is home to notable medical facilities such as Baylor Scott & White Medical Center – Irving, ensuring that residents have access to comprehensive healthcare services. 

Top sites in Irving, TX are Grapevine Lake, Lone Star Park, and Irving Arts Center.

Population: 254,373 (2023). ZIP code: 75061. Area code: 214. Elevation: 482 ft (147 m). Area: 67.97 sq mi (176.04 km2).

FAQs

Is Irving, TX a nice place to live?

Irving is in Dallas County and is one of the best places to live in Texas. Living in Irving offers residents an urban suburban mix feel and most residents rent their homes. In Irving, there are a lot of bars, restaurants, coffee shops, and parks. Many families and young professionals live in Irving and residents tend to lean liberal. 

Is Irving, TX expensive?

Irving, Texas's cost of living is 3% higher than the national average. Irving's housing expenses are 4% 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 14% lower than the national average.

Is Irving, TX safe?

The crime rate in Irving is considerably higher than the national average across all communities in America from the largest to the smallest, although at 29 crimes per one thousand residents, it is not among the communities with the very highest crime rate. The chance of becoming a victim of either violent or property crime in Irving is 1 in 35. Based on FBI crime data, Irving is not one of the safest communities in America. Relative to Texas, Irving has a crime rate that is higher than 88% of the state's cities and towns of all sizes.

Sources

Wikipedia 

City of Irving 

Irving Family YMCA 

Trinity River Greenbelt

Fitness Connection

The Fitsmith

Anytime Fitness

Baylor Scott & White Medical Center – Irving

Grapevine Lake

Lone Star Park

Irving Arts Center

Niche

Payscale

Neighborhoodscout

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