Population2,248,466 (July 1, 2025 estimate)
Art and Community Life Across North Texas
Tarrant County, TexasTarrant County centers on Fort Worth while including a wide range of neighboring communities within the Dallas–Fort Worth region. Fort Worth is the county seat and largest city. The Kimbell Art Museum offers one cultural starting point, with its collection available to visit free of charge. Build an itinerary around nearby destinations and individual interests, allowing the county’s scale and travel distances to shape a day with time to enjoy each stop.
Tarrant County at a Glance
Population2,248,466 (July 1, 2025 estimate)
County SeatFort Worth
Largest CityFort Worth
Established1849 (organized 1850)
ZIP Codes108
Total Area902 sq mi (2,340 km 2 )
Major RoutesI-20 I-30 I-35W I-635 I-820 US 81 US 287 Bus. US 287 US 377 SH 10 SH 26 SH 114 SH 121 FM 156 FM 157 SH 161 SH 170 SH 180 SH 183 SH 360 Loop 344 Spur 280 Spur 97 Spur 303 Spur 316 Spur 341 Spur 347 Spur 465 Spur 474 Spur 580
Area Code214 / 469 / 682 / 817 / 945 / 972
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Discover the County
Tarrant County
Tarrant County was established in 1849 and organized in 1850. It was named for Edward H. Tarrant, a lawyer, politician and militia leader, and was one of the counties formed from the Peters Colony. Fort Worth became the county seat. The region’s history also includes Caddo, Tonkawa, Comanche and Cherokee peoples whose homelands and lives preceded county government. Keeping those histories in view adds depth to an account that otherwise might begin only with the growth of the modern urban region.
The Kimbell Art Museum in Fort Worth offers free admission to its collection, while special exhibitions can have different ticket arrangements. Check the museum’s current visitor information before planning around a particular exhibition. Its accessibility and family pages provide additional practical details. A museum visit can anchor a day in Fort Worth, with other county destinations grouped geographically so that travel time does not crowd out the experience of the places themselves.
What Shapes Us
Fort Worth
Fort Worth serves as county seat and largest city. The county includes other municipalities, so public-service information should be matched to the actual location involved.
Kimbell Collection
Admission to the museum’s collection is free. Review special-exhibition ticketing separately when deciding which parts of the museum you want to include in a visit.
Earlier Histories
Indigenous histories form part of the region before county organization. They belong alongside the account of the Peters Colony and the later growth of its communities.
Distinct communities and cultural places connect a large urban county.
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Tarrant County
Our County. Our Stories.
Fort Worth Report
David Michael Coyle – Jan. 1, 1943 – Oct. 3, 2026
David Michael Coyle passed on Saturday, Oct. 3, 2026 in Flower Mound, Texas, at the age of 83,…
Read the Story Oct 6, 2026 • 2 min read
News & resources for Tarrant County
Local reporting when available, plus statewide Texas news and official resources.
David Michael Coyle – Jan. 1, 1943 – Oct. 3, 2026
David Michael Coyle passed on Saturday, Oct. 3, 2026 in Flower Mound, Texas, at the age of 83,…
Fort Worth Report • Oct 6, 2026 • 2 min read
Republican incumbent fundraising keeps outpacing Democrats ahead of Tarrant County midterms
County jJudge Tim O’Hare reported the most campaign contributions, followed by Democrat Alisa Simmons.
Fort Worth Report • Oct 6, 2026 • 2 min read
Parents question pace of Lake Worth ISD academic overhaul after Texas takeover
Only 10 residents attended the Sept. 23 session, where families raised concerns about student stress and support for…
Fort Worth Report • Oct 6, 2026 • 2 min read
Electric chargers are coming to Meacham Airport. How will they help advance air taxis?
Fort Worth’s Meacham and three other North Texas airports will install chargers to support electric vertical takeoff and…
Fort Worth Report • Oct 6, 2026 • 2 min read
Mansfield ISD may change how trustees are elected. Residents are asking why
The school board voted 4-3 to explore single-member districts. A former superintendent and the mayor oppose replacing at-large…
Fort Worth Report • Oct 6, 2026 • 2 min read
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County Resources
Useful connections for everyday life
Find public information and services through the county and relevant service providers.
Government
County & local resources
COMMISSIONER PRECINCT 1
Commissioners court information, meetings and county business.
COMMISSIONER PRECINCT 2
Commissioners court information, meetings and county business.
COMMISSIONER PRECINCT 3
Commissioners court information, meetings and county business.
COMMISSIONER PRECINCT 4
Commissioners court information, meetings and county business.
Food, housing & family support
Tarrant Area Food Bank — food assistance
Regional food-bank network serving Tarrant County. Find a nearby pantry or distribution and confirm its schedule before visiting.
Tarrant Area Food Bank — food assistance — details and contacts
2-1-1 Texas — local assistance
Search community assistance by location and type of need, including food, housing and family support.
Texas HHS — local family support
Search family-support programs and local services for parents and caregivers.
Schools
County & local resources
Fort Worth ISD
School and district information, contacts and educational resources.
Grapevine-Colleyville ISD
School and district information, contacts and educational resources.
Lake Worth ISD
School and district information, contacts and educational resources.
Child care & learning
Texas Child Care Connection — scholarships
Review child-care scholarship information and the application process for families who need care while working or attending education or training.
Texas Child Care Connection — scholarships — details and contacts
Tarrant County — AgriLife Extension
Find county Extension contacts, local educational programs and 4-H information.
Hospitals
County & local resources
Baylor Scott & White Medical Center Grapevine — Acute Care Hospitals
Health services and information about finding local assistance.
Baylor Scott And White All Saints Medical Center — Acute Care Hospitals
Health services and information about finding local assistance.
Baylor Scott And White Orthopedic And Spine Hospi — Acute Care Hospitals
Health services and information about finding local assistance.
Baylor Scott And White Surgical Hospital Fortworth — Acute Care Hospitals
Health services and information about finding local assistance.
Jps Health Network — Acute Care Hospitals
Health services and information about finding local assistance.
Legent Orthopedic Hospital — Acute Care Hospitals
Health services and information about finding local assistance.
Medical City Alliance — Acute Care Hospitals
Health services and information about finding local assistance.
Medical City Arlington — Acute Care Hospitals
Health services and information about finding local assistance.
Medical City Fort Worth — Acute Care Hospitals
Health services and information about finding local assistance.
Medical City North Hills — Acute Care Hospitals
Health services and information about finding local assistance.
Health, aging & caregiver support
Texas WIC — office locator
Find a nearby WIC office and contact it about appointments, nutrition support and eligibility.
Aging and Disability Resource Centers
Find the regional center that helps older adults, people with disabilities and caregivers explore services and support.
Aging and Disability Resource Centers — details and contacts
Local mental and behavioral health authorities
Use the Texas HHS directory to find the authority serving your county and its contact information.
Local mental and behavioral health authorities — details and contacts
Public Safety
Call 911 for an immediate emergency. Use the directory entry to locate the sheriff’s office, and confirm current non-emergency contact details with the county.
County & local resources
Tarrant County Sheriff — state directory entry
Sheriff’s office information, public safety resources and non-emergency contacts.
Emergency Services
For an immediate emergency, call 911. These links provide emergency planning, coordination and recovery information.
County & local resources
Texas Division of Emergency Management — Region 2 serving Tarrant County
Emergency preparedness, local alerts and response information.
Prepare before an emergency
Texas Ready — emergency planning materials
Download emergency plans, supply checklists and preparedness materials in English and Spanish.
Texas Ready — emergency planning materials — details and contacts
State Parks
No qualifying TPWD state park open for ordinary public visits was verified for Tarrant County in the reviewed sources as of October 3, 2026. This is a limitation of this guide’s verified list, not a statement that none exists. Other sourced outdoor options appear in the local directory below.
Trails
Selected local walking, hiking, cycling or paddling options. Check the linked operator or local tourism information for access, fees and current conditions.
County & local resources
Fort Worth Nature Center & Refuge
Outdoor recreation, routes and visitor planning information.
Utilities
Water utilities listed for the county. Confirm the provider for your specific address; service territories vary within county lines.
County & local resources
CITY OF DALWORTHINGTON GARDENS
Utility services, consumer information and provider contacts.
Help with household costs
Help for Texans — housing and utility assistance
Find local providers for utility bills, housing, weatherization and accessibility repairs. Providers handle applications; availability and eligibility vary.
Help for Texans — housing and utility assistance — details and contacts
Libraries
County & local resources
Arlington Public Library System
Library locations, collections and public services.
Accessible reading & library services
Texas Talking Book Program
Learn about accessible library services for qualifying Texans with visual, physical or reading disabilities.
Courts
Use the named county court links or search the official Texas courts directory by county and court name. Confirm the hearing or filing location directly; a regional court may serve more than one county.
County & local resources
Tarrant County — County Court (County Constitutional Court)
Court information, office contacts and public records resources.
Tarrant County — 141st District Court (District)
Court information, office contacts and public records resources.
Tarrant County — 153rd District Court (District)
Court information, office contacts and public records resources.
Tarrant County — 17th District Court (District)
Court information, office contacts and public records resources.
Tarrant County — 213th District Court (District)
Court information, office contacts and public records resources.
Tarrant County — 231st District Court (District)
Court information, office contacts and public records resources.
Tarrant County — 233rd District Court (District)
Court information, office contacts and public records resources.
Tarrant County — 236th District Court (District)
Court information, office contacts and public records resources.
Tarrant County — 297th District Court (District)
Court information, office contacts and public records resources.
Tarrant County — 322nd District Court (District)
Court information, office contacts and public records resources.
Find legal assistance
TexasLawHelp — legal help directory
Search legal-aid organizations by counties covered and area of legal help. Each organization determines service availability and eligibility.
DMV
For local vehicle titles and registration, start with the county tax office. Texas DPS handles driver licenses.
County & local resources
Tarrant County Tax Office
Tax office information, payments and available services.
Texas resources
Buying or selling a vehicle
Vehicle registration, licensing and office information.
Apply for a Texas driver license
Vehicle registration, licensing and office information.
Driver license appointments
Vehicle registration, licensing and office information.
Transportation
These agencies or county departments serve local transportation needs. Check routes, service boundaries, eligibility and advance booking with the provider.
County & local resources
Grand Prairie -The Grand Connection
Transportation services, routes and travel information.
North Richland Hills -Northeast Transportation Service – NETS
Transportation services, routes and travel information.
Dallas -Dallas Area Rapid Transit (DART)
Transportation services, routes and travel information.
Postal Services
Local postal facilities listed in USPS property records. Confirm retail hours, available services and temporary closures with USPS before visiting.
County & local resources
Arlington Post Office — Bardin Road Station
Postal locations, mailing services and address information.
Arlington Post Office — Melear Station
Postal locations, mailing services and address information.
Arlington Post Office — Oakwood Station
Postal locations, mailing services and address information.
Arlington Post Office — Tate Springs Fin Sta
Postal locations, mailing services and address information.
Arlington Post Office — Watson Station
Postal locations, mailing services and address information.
National resources
USPS — confirm local hours and services
Postal locations, mailing services and address information.
Veterans
County & local resources
Tarrant County veterans service contact — 8175315645
Veterans services, benefits information and support resources.
Employment
County & local resources
Employment FAQ
Employment opportunities, job-search assistance and workforce services.
General Employment Information
Employment opportunities, job-search assistance and workforce services.
Employment Opportunities
Employment opportunities, job-search assistance and workforce services.
Job search & employment support
Workforce Solutions — find an office
Find nearby workforce offices for job-search, training and employer services.
Vocational rehabilitation — office lookup
Find a vocational rehabilitation office to discuss employment services for people with disabilities.
Vocational rehabilitation — office lookup — details and contacts
A little local knowledge goes a long way
Find practical information before you visit or make a move.
Helpful Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Start with the essentials, then follow the source links for more detail.
Fort Worth is the county seat of Tarrant County, Texas.
The county overview lists Fort Worth as its largest community.
The total area is 902 sq mi (2,340 km 2 ), including land and water.
Use the Tarrant County government website for county offices and public information.
Admission to its collection is free; special exhibitions may have separate ticket arrangements. Check the museum’s visitor page. Official information.
The museum provides a dedicated accessibility guide for planning a visit. Official information.
For office information, start with Tarrant County — Tax Assessor-Collector. Check that page for current office details before a visit.
The county links residents to Tarrant County — County Clerk. Check that page for current office details before a visit.
Use the official Tarrant County — Commissioners Court. Check that page for current office details before a visit.
Office information is available through Tarrant County — COUNTY JUDGE. Check that page for current office details before a visit.
Joe T. Garcia’s is one option. Use the restaurant’s own visitor information to plan a Fort Worth dining stop.
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Find Something Fun
Make time for a local discoveryPlan your day around places and experiences in the county.
Kids’ Fun
- Fort Worth Zoo — Plan a family animal outing using current admission, parking and visitor information.
- Fort Worth Museum of Science and History — Check exhibitions and visitor arrangements for an indoor family museum day.
- Fort Worth Botanic Garden — Explore garden landscapes with the family; check admission, programs and current garden conditions.
Restaurants
- Joe T. Garcia’s — Use the restaurant’s own visitor information to plan a Fort Worth dining stop.
- Heim Barbecue — River location — The Fort Worth River restaurant is on White Settlement Road; consult its current location page and menu.
- Woodshed Smokehouse — A Riverfront Drive restaurant serving grilled, roasted and smoked dishes in Fort Worth.
Shopping & Retail
- Record Town — Browse music at this Fort Worth record shop; check current store information before visiting.
- Leaves Book and Tea Shop — A book-and-tea stop in Fort Worth’s Near Southside, listed by the neighborhood organization.
- Maverick home and gifts — Alongside western clothing, this Stockyards store carries home items and gifts.
Clothing & Boutiques
- You Are Here — Women’s clothing and accessories at the Fort Worth boutique on Camp Bowie Boulevard.
- Maverick Fine Western Wear — A Stockyards shop for western apparel, boots, hats and accessories.
- Keeping Up With the Joneses — A local clothing boutique listed by the Camp Bowie District; consult the district listing before visiting.
Outdoor Fun
- Fort Worth Nature Center & Refuge — Use the refuge’s visitor page to plan trails, nature viewing and admission arrangements.
- Trinity Trails — Choose a walking or cycling route using the trail system’s maps and current information.
- Fort Worth Water Gardens — Explore the downtown park’s architectural water features; the pools are not for swimming.
Free Things To Do
- Amon Carter Museum of American Art — General admission is free; check current exhibitions and opening information.
- Kimbell Art Museum collection — The permanent collection is free to visit. Special exhibitions may require separate admission.
- Sid Richardson Museum — Admission is free at this downtown Fort Worth art museum; consult holiday closures before going.
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