DeSoto, Texas
DeSoto is a city in Dallas County, Texas, in the Dallas–Fort Worth metroplex, about 13 miles south of Dallas, with a population of about 56,711.
Dallas
County
56,711
Population
Dallas–Fort Worth
Region
21.6 sq mi
Land Area
13 mi
to Dallas
Updated October 2026 · Population: U.S. Census Bureau estimate for July 1, 2024. Land area and coordinates: U.S. Census Bureau. · DeSoto on Wikipedia
DeSoto City Limits
The official city boundary and the major highways through DeSoto.
Major roads: I-20 · I-35 · US Hwy 77
Boundary & roads: U.S. Census Bureau (TIGER/Line).
DeSoto from our research
What we've verified about DeSoto, one line per topic. Each links to the full page and its sources.
- History
- An 1847 crossroads settlement of pioneer families, named for a beloved local doctor (or an explorer), now a Best Southwest suburb. Details →
- Dining
- 76 verified places to eat and drink; most common: Chicken & Wings · Mexican & Tex-Mex · Coffee, Sweets & Bakery; 13 have a full bar. Details → Source: Texas Comptroller sales-tax permit records, checked place by place
- Schools
- 272 public schools within 12 miles, across 41 districts and charters, mainly Desoto ISD, Uplift Education and Cedar Hill ISD. Details → Source: Texas Education Agency — current schools
- Utilities
- A deregulated Oncor-grid electricity market where you choose your provider, plus Atmos gas, city water, and internet options. Details →
- Outdoors
- Nearest state parks: Cedar Hill (7 mi), Cleburne (47 mi), Ray Roberts Lake - Greenbelt Unit (50 mi). Nearest lakes: Joe Pool Lake (9 mi), Mountain Creek Lake (10 mi). Details → Source: Texas Parks & Wildlife Department — park locations
- Contractors
- 16 licensed plumbers, 41 licensed HVAC contractors and 23 licensed electricians serve DeSoto. Details → Source: TSBPE and TDLR license records, checked business by business
FAQ: DeSoto, Texas
Dallas County. The U.S. Census Bureau's 2020 place-by-county list places all of DeSoto in Dallas County.
East Texas guides — an easy drive from DeSoto
Weekend trips, lakes, festivals and small-town food east of the metroplex.
Things to Do in East Texas
What to do in East Texas, checked against official sources: Tyler's Rose Garden and Caldwell Zoo, Canton's First Monday Trade Days, the Texas State Railroad, state parks, museums and festivals.
Read Guide →Best Day Trips from Tyler and East Texas
Drive-time guide to day trips from Tyler: state parks, small towns, museums, and lakes within about 30 minutes, an hour, and up to three hours.
Read Guide →Best Lakes in East Texas
A fact-checked guide to 17 East Texas lakes, from Lake Fork's trophy bass and Caddo Lake to Toledo Bend, Sam Rayburn and Lake Tawakoni. Sizes, species, access and rules come from TPWD.
Read Guide →East Texas State Parks Guide
Twelve East Texas state parks from TPWD: Tyler, Caddo Lake, Atlanta, Lake Bob Sandlin, Tawakoni, Purtis Creek, Cooper, Martin Dies Jr. and more. Camping, cabins and passes.
Read Guide →Business Owner?
Want Your Business Featured in DeSoto?
People are searching for businesses like yours in DeSoto. Get listed in our city guide and local directory so they can find you.