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City of Mansfield Annual Budget and Service Program Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Table of Contents

COMMUNITY PROFILE

The City of Mansfield is strategically located in the south-central area of the Dallas/Fort
Worth Metroplex, 25 miles from Dallas and 20 miles from Fort Worth. Mansfield borders
the cities of Arlington on the north, Grand Prairie on the east, Fort Worth on the west,
and portions of Johnson and Ellis Counties on the south. Some areas of the City extend
into Johnson and Ellis Counties. State Highway 360 and U.S. Highway 287, which both
run north and south through the City, provide a direct connection to Arlington, Grand
Prairie and the Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport, which is the 2nd busiest airport
in the country. Railroad Freight Service is provided by the Union Pacific Railroad.

The City of Mansfield’s population is estimated to approach 91,336 by the end of 2025-2026 fiscal year. Mansfield covers
36.69 square miles, of which approximately 20.6% remains undeveloped. The typical Mansfield household earns an income
of approximately $128,856 and has an average taxable home value of $325,445. The average market price for a new home
in 2025 was $625,363.

The City of Mansfield is considered one of the fastest growing cities in Texas as estimated by the North
Central Texas Council of Governments. Recognized as a “Best City” for families and small businesses,
Mansfield is also a highly attractive place to work and live. In 2025, U.S. News & World Report recognized
Mansfield as a top place to live: #27 in the nation, and #9 in Texas. Consumer Affairs named Mansfield the
6th best city to move to in Texas in 2025. Cities were ranked on affordability, safety, economic strength, health care,
education, and quality of life.

The City is served by the Mansfield Independent School District , one of the best-rated school districts in the Dallas/Fort
Worth metropolitan area by the Texas Education Agency. The district has a total of 49 schools with a 95% graduation rate.
There are over 35,800 students enrolled for the 2025-2026 school year and 5,077 faculty members. Campuses included are:

Higher Education opportunities include several major colleges and universities: Southern Methodist University, Texas
Christian University, University of North Texas, The University of Texas at Arlington, The University of Texas at Dallas, Texas
Women’s University, Dallas Baptist University, University of Dallas, and the Tarrant and Dallas Community College Districts.

Medical Services
Mansfield, Arlington Memorial Hospital, Columbia Medical Center-Arlington, Huguley Hospital, Harris Hospital and John
Peter Smith County Hospital.

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