2019 Best Places to Live in Tarrant CountyAbout this List

Southlake

• Suburb of Dallas, TX
• 80

Current Resident: I have lived in Southlake for about 15 years and have absolutely loved it! It's a suburb of Dallas and has a super cute and homey feel. Southlake is pretty much middle-upper class living. The city has a town square which is the center of all the action in Southlake. The only movie theatre in South lake is in town square, so if course it's busy. Southlake is a fun environment and atmosphere. The city hosts annual events such as art in the square, Octoberfest, the Christmas lighting, 4th of July, and more. I would like to see more diversity in Southlake, but otherwise, its an amazing place to live.
Read 80 Reviews

• A+

• A+

• 30,090 Population

Colleyville

• Suburb of Dallas, TX
• 37

Former Resident: Such a great community! Not only is there a cute community newsletter of recent events and activities to be made aware of, but there are also a wide variety of community participation in these events. Great schools, friendly neighbors, and a great connection to the nightlife in Dallas just 30 minutes away.
Read 37 Reviews

• A+

• A+

• 25,557 Population

Keller

• Suburb of Dallas, TX
• 191

Current Resident: Keller is a nice, beautiful, and quite place to live in. A lot of friendly families live in the area and it has multiple great school system within the community. The commute around the town isn't bad at all, but the traffic can get heavy around the time people go to and from work. I'm always seeing job openings around town so there's no short in job opportunities here! I've also seen multiple gym options around town as well. The night life in Keller isn't much but driving down to Dallas is definitely worth it.
Read 191 Reviews

• A+

• A+

• 45,357 Population

Grapevine

• Suburb of Dallas, TX
• 161

Current Resident: Just 30 minutes between Fort Worth and Dallas and containing the DFW airport, Grapevine is a hidden gem. Grapevine boasts a beautiful, historic Main Street an d has been named the "Christmas Capital of Texas". Visit the aquarium, the mall, Founder's Plaza, Great Wolf Lodge, the Gaylord Texan, nearby suburbs, the possibilities are endless!
Read 161 Reviews

• A+

• A+

• 51,733 Population

Mansfield

• Suburb of Dallas, TX
• 287

Current Resident: Mansfield is a growing suburb outside of Dallas. The town has really grown in the past 10 years that I have been here. Mansfield was rated #17 of the most safest and comfortable cities in the nation in 2015. In my experience of living in Mansfield, I have felt very comfortable. I can walk anywhere I want to without having any worries. The public school system is really reliable and focused on academics and success. We have a very diverse community that understands each others' differences. We have many shopping centers and stores that are being built around us to supply our needs. The only downside is that the living spaces are quite expensive and not very affordable. Otherwise, I believe my town is amazing!
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• A

• A

• 65,033 Population

Bedford

• Suburb of Dallas, TX
• 151

Current Resident: Bedford is an amazing, safe, very family friendly and beautiful place. Infrastructures are strategically situated and within a short distance from many neighborhoods. I would love to see a theme park and greater diversity!
Read 151 Reviews

• A

• A

• 49,082 Population

Euless

• Suburb of Dallas, TX
• 173

Current Resident: Euless is centrally located, right in between Dallas and Fort Worth and five minutes from DFW airport. There are lots of parks and activities to do as a family. The school district is amazing with qualified teachers who genuinely care about their students. My all-time favorite thing about Euless is the diversity. My children are able to learn about different cultures and respect all cultures. It doesn’t shelter them from different views but lets them have an open mind about the different food, music, clothing, language and religion. I would give Euless 5 stars, but we all know that nothing is perfect. It has definitely grown a lot in the past fives years causing increase in traffic and highway construction. Euless has become less affordable with the increase of prices on rent and properties, as well. Regardless, Euless is still a beautiful city to live in and I would not want to raise my children anywhere else.
Read 173 Reviews

• A

• A

• 54,135 Population

Westlake

• Suburb of Dallas, TX
• 6

Current Resident: Westlake is rapidly building up their stores and shops. Westlake is very close to Southlake (which has many stores, restaurants, and other businesses) but with significantly less people and traffic, giving Westlake a peaceful feel.
Read 6 Reviews

• A

• A+

• 1,006 Population

Dalworthington Gardens

• Suburb of Dallas, TX
• 4

Current Resident: Nice, quiet little town. Don't know much about the schooling as I go to school in Arlington but I do know that Dalworthington Gardens is a nice town. While there isn't too much to do there, there is a nice park and it is a short commute to Arlington as Arlington surrounds it and since Arlington is in the middle of the metroplex, it is a convenient place to live. The downside is there is very little diversity, at least in my neighborhood; nearly all white people.
Read 4 Reviews

• A

• B+

• 2,227 Population

North Richland Hills

• Suburb of Dallas, TX
• 174

Current Resident: Family friendly environment with good house market, great public schools and many activities to do! From various parks to shopping areas, a local hockey team and movie theaters. All within DFW area.
Read 174 Reviews

• A

• A

• 69,039 Population

Hurst

• Suburb of Dallas, TX
• 85

Current Resident: Hurst is a great place for families. There are job opportunities and fun things for kids to do along with the amazing school district of HEB ISD. It can be expensive living here compared to places nearby like Arlington however it's worth the price as it's a very safe and great place to live. It's probably not the best place if you're looking for nightlife because there aren't many clubs or anything like that but I think the city is more meant for families or people trying to start one. It's close to lots of things like six flags, two very close malls, colleges like Tarrant county college and university of Texas at Arlington. It is also in close proximity to both Dallas and fort worth, major cities in north Texas. Overall, Hurst is a very nice place to live and I'd recommend it to anyone.
Read 85 Reviews

• A

• A

• 38,813 Population

Pantego

• Suburb of Dallas, TX
• 2

• A-

• B+

• 2,501 Population

Richland Hills

• Suburb of Dallas, TX
• 11

Current Resident: Great roads, some minor construction. Low amounts of traffic overall easy to get around with convienient stores near by.
Read 11 Reviews

• A-

• A

• 8,036 Population

Arlington

• City in Texas
• 826

Current Resident: It's amazing. I love it. I've grown up here, and I couldn't imagine anything else. With ten high schools, thirteen junior highs, and fifty two elementary schools, saying Arlington is large is an understatement. I wouldn't trade living here for the world, though. Arlington is home to the Dallas Cowboys as well as the Texas Rangers. Living in Arlington is a strong mix between urban and suburban feel, depending on what area of Arlington you live in. For example, north Arlington is very urban, whereas south and west Arlington is more suburban. Come to Arlington and find out what your missing!
Read 826 Reviews

• A-

• B

• 388,225 Population

Rendon

• Suburb of Dallas, TX
• 17

Niche User: The restaurants are great. There are a lot of options for food. The people are sometimes pushy, but it happens when there is always something you can do. There a lot of attractions all around with a lot of things to do for families or dates or anything.
Read 17 Reviews

• A-

• A

• 13,415 Population

Benbrook

• Suburb of Dallas, TX
• 37

Current Resident: I love the small town feel in a big city. Benbrook is located Southwest of Downtown Fort Worth. It is a safe city with great rated schools. It is conveniently located off of the I 20 freeway and easily accessible from the new Chisholm Trail Parkway. It has a well maintained lake where camping and boating are available. For enjoyment, exercise, or to commute, Benbrook offers opportunities to walk, jog, rollerblade, or bike along easy-to-access roadways or along several miles of scenic hike & bike trails. Plenty of beautiful parks and golf courses can be found for any outdoor enthusiasts.
Read 37 Reviews

• A-

• C+

• 22,782 Population

Haslet

• Suburb of Dallas, TX
• 17

Former Resident: I lived in Haslet from birth until I turned 18 and went to college. It has grown a bit since then, but is still a pretty small town. While I was growing up I felt like my family knew at least 90% of the rest of the town. Many of my relatives lived there and my mom worked in the local salon, so my brother and I couldn't get away with anything! I enjoyed living on land and riding my bike all around town and dropping in unexpectedly on our neighbors any time I felt like it, as they did with us. We were always greeted by name in the few businesses in town, which was nice.
Read 17 Reviews

• B+

• A-

• 1,777 Population

Westworth Village

• Suburb of Dallas, TX
• 4

Current Resident: The Village is a quiet yet busy family friendly neighborhood. I Love the new streets and sidewalks. The police officers often patrol to keep us safe! The falls is soooooo pretty. Great route in the Trinity. I would like a community center and for the Fire department to come back.
Read 4 Reviews

• B+

• C+

• 2,678 Population

Fort Worth

• City in Texas
• 2,008

Current Resident: I love Fort Worth, I moved here approximately 6 years ago and fell in love with the town. The people in Fort Worth are so friendly and inviting. The police department are great protectors, and also so committed to the community. It's rare to find such an amazing community with great neighbors. And don't get me started on the multiple awesome restaurants that are around to visit. There's so many things to do and places to go. Downtown is beautiful at night. The zoo is an awesome experience just because staff there are genuinely polite and welcoming. Hands down it's affordable and a must visit location that should be on your list of places to vacation at!
Read 2,008 Reviews

• B+

• C+

• 835,129 Population

Watauga

• Suburb of Dallas, TX
• 60

Current Resident: There is a standard expected of the community, and everyone does their part to help each other out! Lost pets are returned to their rightful owners by assistance of fellow neighbors through our community page. The streets are kept fairly free of pot holes and the community overall is pleasing to the eye!
Read 60 Reviews

• B+

• A-

• 24,391 Population

Pecan Acres

• Town in Texas
• 14

• B+

• A-

• 5,780 Population

Lakeside

• Suburb of Dallas, TX

• B+

• B

• 1,497 Population

Edgecliff Village

• Suburb of Dallas, TX
• 1

Current Resident: It is a very homely neighborhood with a 60’s aura. A silent understanding between most neighbors to look out for each other. In the last 10 years that I have lived there, I have never had an issue with anyone or anything. The neighbors are friendly, and some have even lived there their whole life. New families that come in are welcomed with open arms and tend to fit right in. There is also a neighborhood safety group that is always available for our needs and emergencies. It is also a visually pleasing neighborhood; lawn care and holiday decorations are always done beautifully.
Read 1 Review

• B+

• C+

• 2,976 Population

Kennedale

• Suburb of Dallas, TX
• 19

Current Resident: Growing up in Kennedale Texas with my little sister was fun and filled with lots of excitement! My sister and I are 18 months apart, but we act as if we're best friends. We both played basketball throughout our school years and traveled often once we hit high school. With majority of the funds and tax paying dollars going towards the football team, it made it hard to make sure we as the girls basketball team had transportation and supplies for road trips. I would love for Kennedale to use the funds wisely and divide them up amongst the different sports and or even the other electives so all groups are supported and equipped.
Read 19 Reviews

• B+

• B-

• 7,723 Population

Haltom City

• Suburb of Dallas, TX
• 81

Current Resident: It's a small suburb of Ft.worth, It's safe and friendly. The cops always patrol around the streets day and night, stop by the local Q.t.'s and Kroger. You never feel unsafe because you know the cops are always around the corner. Which allows you to freely walk to Griffs burgers or Clown burger, without the worry of unwanted strangers bothering you. The city itself is pretty clean and can be nice in some areas, although it is a older town and the houses can look intimidating, don't judge it by the cover, the people inside are usually sweet and friendly the Texas way.
Read 81 Reviews

• B

• B-

• 44,059 Population