Mesquite, Texas
Mesquite is a city in Dallas County, Texas, in the Dallas–Fort Worth metroplex, about 12 miles east of Dallas, with a population of about 150,140. Parts of Mesquite also extend into Kaufman County.
Dallas · Kaufman
Counties
150,140
Population
Dallas–Fort Worth
Region
49.1 sq mi
Land Area
12 mi
to Dallas
Updated October 2026 · Population: U.S. Census Bureau estimate for July 1, 2024. Land area and coordinates: U.S. Census Bureau. · Mesquite on Wikipedia
Mesquite City Limits
The official city boundary and the major highways through Mesquite.
Major roads: I-30 · Hwy 352 · I-20 · I-635 · I-30 Svc Rd · State Hwy 352 · State Hwy 78 · State Loop 12
Boundary & roads: U.S. Census Bureau (TIGER/Line).
Mesquite from our research
What we've verified about Mesquite, one line per topic. Each links to the full page and its sources.
- History
- An 1873 railroad depot town where Sam Bass robbed a train, grown into the official Rodeo Capital of Texas. Details →
- Dining
- 221 verified places to eat and drink; most common: Mexican & Tex-Mex · Coffee, Sweets & Bakery · Burgers & American; 41 have a full bar. Details → Source: Texas Comptroller sales-tax permit records, checked place by place
- Schools
- 288 public schools within 12 miles, across 26 districts and charters, mainly Mesquite ISD, Dallas ISD and Garland 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 (25 mi), Lake Tawakoni (35 mi), Purtis Creek (44 mi). Nearest lakes: Lake Ray Hubbard (10 mi), White Rock Lake (10 mi). Details → Source: Texas Parks & Wildlife Department — park locations
- Contractors
- 47 licensed plumbers, 109 licensed HVAC contractors and 78 licensed electricians serve Mesquite. Details → Source: TSBPE and TDLR license records, checked business by business
FAQ: Mesquite, Texas
Mesquite lies in two counties: Dallas and Kaufman, according to the U.S. Census Bureau's 2020 place-by-county list.
East Texas guides — an easy drive from Mesquite
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.
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