City of Arlington
Arlington is the nation's 50 th
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largest city and ranks among the
best cities to raise a family. From
top tier entertainment destinations
such as Six Flags Over Texas, Dallas
Cowboys, and the Texas Rangers,
residents and visitors alike can
enjoy everything that the American
Dream City has to offer. The city is
home to world-class shopping and
recreational venues.
Money Magazine named
Arlington as the “Best Big City in
the South” while Forbes ranked
the city as one of the best places to
buy a home. From award-winning
parks and recreational areas to
exceptional city services that
provide citizens a top value for their
investment, Arlington hosts more
than 14 million visitors a year.
For more information, visit
www.ArlingtonTX.gov.
Founded: 1876
Population: 370,086
Square Miles: 99
Largest Employer: Arlington ISD
Higher Educational
Institutions:
Tarrant County College
University of Texas at Arlington
Arlington Baptist University
Arlington, Texas Police Department
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