Where is Rowlett, Texas, USA?

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Where is Rowlett Located? - Rowlett is a city located in the Dallas County of Texas, United States. Rowlett lies between 44.8758095 Degrees North latitudes and 98.5187062 Degrees West longitudes.

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Where is Rowlett, Texas

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Where is Rowlett Located?

Rowlett is a city located in the Dallas County of Texas, United States. Rowlett lies between 44.8758095 Degrees North latitudes and 98.5187062 Degrees West longitudes. According to 2020 U.S.census, the population of Rowlett city is 62535 people and the city has a total area of 20.89 sq mi. The city has numerous parks and recreational facilities.

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Rowlett, Texas Quick Facts

AttributeDetails
CityRowlett
CountyDallas County and Rockwall County
StateTexas
State CapitalAustin
US RegionSouth
Latitude32.9029° N
Longitude96.5639° W
Elevation528 ft (161 m)
Land Area20.75 sq mi
Water Area6.42 sq mi
Total Area27.17 sq mi
Population (2020 Census)62,535
Population Density3,014 per sq mi
ZIP Codes75030, 75087, 75088, 75089
Area Code214, 469, 972
Time Zone StandardCentral Standard Time (CST), UTC−6
Time Zone DaylightCentral Daylight Time (CDT), UTC−5
CurrencyUnited States Dollar (USD)
FIPS Code48-63524
Congressional DistrictTexas's 32nd Congressional District

Transportation and Connectivity in Rowlett, Texas

Transportation TypeDetails
Airport NameDallas/Fort Worth International Airport and Dallas Love Field
IATA CodeDFW / DAL
PortNo major port; Lake Ray Hubbard provides water recreation access
Major HighwaysInterstate 30, President George Bush Turnpike, State Highway 66, State Highway 276
Train/Amtrak ServiceDART Rail Blue Line provides commuter rail service
Local Bus/Transit ServiceDallas Area Rapid Transit (DART)
  • Interstate 30 (I-30): Major east-west highway connecting Rowlett with Dallas, Rockwall, and Fort Worth.
  • President George Bush Turnpike: Provides regional access around the Dallas metropolitan area.
  • DART Rail Blue Line: Connects Rowlett with downtown Dallas and other communities.
  • Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport: Provides domestic and international air service for the region.

Top Places to Visit in Rowlett, Texas

Landmark NameType
Lake Ray HubbardLake and Recreation Area
Rowlett Community ParkCommunity Park
Wet Zone WaterparkWater Recreation Facility
Pecan Grove ParkCommunity Park
Springfield ParkRecreation Area
Waterview Golf ClubGolf Course
Rowlett Wetland Nature PreserveNature Area
Heritage Farmstead MuseumHistoric Attraction (Nearby)
Dallas Arboretum and Botanical GardenBotanical Garden (Nearby)
White Rock LakeOutdoor Recreation Area

Driving Distances from Rowlett, Texas to Nearby Cities

CityStateDistance (mi)Approx. Drive Time
GarlandTexas8 mi15 minutes
RockwallTexas10 mi15 minutes
MesquiteTexas15 mi25 minutes
DallasTexas25 mi35 minutes
PlanoTexas30 mi40 minutes
RichardsonTexas25 mi35 minutes
IrvingTexas40 mi50 minutes
Fort WorthTexas65 mi1 hour 15 minutes
WacoTexas110 mi1 hour 45 minutes
AustinTexas200 mi3 hours

Colleges and Universities Near Rowlett, Texas

Institution NameTypeLevelNotable For
Dallas College - Garland CenterPublicCommunity CollegeCareer training, academic transfer, technology, and workforce programs
Dallas College - Richland CampusPublicCommunity CollegeArts, sciences, business, and technical education
University of Texas at DallasPublicUniversityTechnology, engineering, business, and research programs
Texas A&M University-CommercePublicUniversityEducation, business, sciences, and liberal arts
Rowlett Independent School DistrictPublicK–12 DistrictPrimary and secondary education

Waterbodies Near Rowlett, Texas

Lake Ray Hubbard, Rowlett Creek, Muddy Creek, Spring Creek, and nearby waterways throughout Dallas and Rockwall counties.

Golf Courses Near Rowlett

Waterview Golf Club, Buffalo Creek Golf Club, Firewheel Golf Park, Lakewood Golf Club, and Mesquite Golf Club.

Rowlett, Texas — Key Historical Facts

  • Rowlett was first settled in the 1850s and was originally known as a farming community near Rowlett Creek.
  • The city was named after Daniel Rowlett, an early settler and community leader in the area.
  • The arrival of the railroad in the late 19th century helped Rowlett develop as a local trade center.
  • Construction of Lake Ray Hubbard in the 1960s transformed the area and supported recreation and residential growth.
  • Rowlett experienced significant suburban growth as part of the Dallas–Fort Worth metropolitan area.

Stadiums and Sports Facilities Near Rowlett

Facility NameTypeLocation
Rowlett High School Eagle StadiumHigh School Sports StadiumRowlett, Texas
Rowlett Community Park Sports FacilitiesCommunity Sports FacilityRowlett, Texas
Dallas College Athletic FacilitiesCollege Sports FacilityDallas, Texas
AT&T StadiumProfessional Football StadiumArlington, Texas
Globe Life FieldMajor League Baseball StadiumArlington, Texas

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