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Texarkana, TX

Texarkana is a city in Bowie County, Texas, United States, in the Ark-La-Tex region. Located approximately 180 miles (290 km) from Dallas, Texarkana is a twin city with neighboring Texarkana, Arkansas. The Texas city's population was 36,193 at the 2020 census.

The city and its Arkansas counterpart form the core of the Texarkana metropolitan statistical area, encompassing all of Bowie County, Texas, and Miller County, Arkansas. The two cities had a combined population of 65,580 in the 2020 decennial census, and the metropolitan area had a population of 149,482.

Texarkana is located at the junction of Interstate 30 and US highways 59, 67, 71, and 82 in extreme northeastern Texas on the Texas-Arkansas border, at 33°26′14″N 94°4′3″W (33.437170, –94.067394). It is bordered by the city of Texarkana, Arkansas, to the east, and by the smaller cities of Nash, Wake Village, and Liberty Eylau, Texas to the west. It is in the Central Time Zone. 

According to the United States Census Bureau, the Texas city has a total area of 29.5 square miles (76.3 km2), of which 29.0 square miles (75.2 km2) is land and 0.42 square miles (1.1 km2), or 1.39%, is covered by water. 

The city is roughly 180 miles northeast of Dallas. Several creeks run through the area including Wagner Creek, Cowhorn Creek, Swampoodle Creek, and Days Creek.

Railroads were quick to see the possibilities of connecting markets in this vast area. In the late 1850s, the builders of the Cairo and Fulton Railroad were pushing their line steadily south across Arkansas. By 1874, they crossed the Red River and reached the Texas state line. Between February 16 and March 19, 1874, trains ran between the Texas border and the Red River, whence passengers and freight were ferried north to Fulton, Arkansas to continue by rail. The Red River Bridge opened on March 20, 1874. Since then, trains have run directly from Texarkana to St. Louis, Missouri.

Keen rivalry existed between the 1870s railroad builders. The Texas and Pacific Railroad reached across Texas to the Arkansas state line. The border was the logical place for the different railways to connect. On December 8, 1873, the Texas and Pacific sold the first town lots for the future city. The first buyer was J. W. Davis, who purchased the land where today's Hotel McCartney now stands on the Texas side of the border, opposite Union Station which is split between both the Arkansas and Texas border.

Texarkana places a strong emphasis on the health and wellness of its residents. The Wadley Regional Medical Center, a prominent healthcare facility in the area, ensures that the community has access to comprehensive medical services. The Texarkana-Bowie Family Health Center plays a vital role in providing healthcare services and fostering a culture of well-being in the community. Explore the parks, facilities, and programs offered by the Texarkana Recreation and Community Services Department. These spaces provide opportunities for outdoor activities such as walking, jogging, sports, and picnicking. Join local fitness centers and gyms to participate in exercise programs, fitness classes, and strength training. Some popular options include Launch Spotlight, 9Round Fitness, and Legend's Gym & Health Club. Discover the walking and biking trails in and around Texarkana, such as the Bringle Lake Park East and Bell Park. These trails offer opportunities for outdoor exercise and enjoyment of nature.

Top sites in Texarkana, TX include Big Dam Waterpark, Four States Auto Museum, and Spring Lake Park.

Population: 35,971 (2024). ZIP code: 75503. Area codes: 903, 430. Elevation: 298 ft (91 m). Area: 29.47 sq mi (76.33 km2).  

FAQs

Is Texarkana, TX a good place to live?

Living in Texarkana offers residents a dense suburban feel and most residents own their homes. Many families and young professionals live in Texarkana and residents tend to have moderate political views. The public schools in Texarkana are highly rated.

What is Texarkana, TX best known for?

The Texarkana region is known for famous faces, places, and Defense Arms races. Presidential candidates Ross Perot and Mike Huckabee hail from Texarkana, and Ellen DeGeneres graduated from a Texarkana-area high school. Other famous Texarkana natives include Otis Williams, booming baritone and founder of The Temptations, and the late 1950s singer/songwriter Jessie Belvin, who wrote “Earth Angel.” If you’re a ragtime piano fan, know that “The Entertainer” Scott Joplin hailed from Texarkana.

Is Texarkana, TX expensive to live in?

The cost of living in Texarkana, TX is 10% lower than the state average and 16% lower than the national average. Texarkana, TX housing is 40% cheaper than the U.S. average, while utilities are about 10% less pricey. When it comes to necessities such as food and clothing, groceries are around 4% less in Texarkana, TX than in the rest of the country, while clothing costs around 4% less.

Sources

Wikipedia 

City of Texarkana

Wadley Regional Medical Center

Texarkana-Bowie Family Health Center 

Texarkana Recreation and Community Services Department

Launch Spotlight

9Round Fitness 

Legend's Gym & Health Club

Bringle Lake Park East 

Bell Park

Big Dam Waterpark

Four States Auto Museum

Spring Lake Park

Niche

Best of Texarkana

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