Fruitvale, Texas
Fruitvale is a small town in Van Zandt County, Texas, in East Texas, about 37 miles northwest of Tyler, with a population of about 550.
Van Zandt
County
550
Population
East Texas
Region
1.9 sq mi
Land Area
37 mi
to Tyler
Updated September 2026 · Population approximate. Land area and coordinates: U.S. Census Bureau. · Fruitvale on Wikipedia
Fruitvale City Limits
The official city boundary and the major highways through Fruitvale.
Major roads: Hwy 80 · US Hwy 80
Boundary & roads: U.S. Census Bureau (TIGER/Line).
A very small rural settlement with historical fruit farming traditions.
About Fruitvale
Fruitvale is located in Van Zandt County, in East Texas. Notable landmarks and points of interest include Fruitvale Community Hall, Agricultural Heritage Sites, Orchard Lands.
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