Royse City, Texas
Royse City is a city in Rockwall County, Texas, in the Dallas–Fort Worth metroplex, about 31 miles northeast of Dallas, with a population of about 26,387. Parts of Royse City also extend into Collin and Hunt counties.
Collin · Hunt · Rockwall
Counties
26,387
Population
Dallas–Fort Worth
Region
19.2 sq mi
Land Area
31 mi
to Dallas
Updated October 2026 · Population: U.S. Census Bureau estimate for July 1, 2024. Land area and coordinates: U.S. Census Bureau. · Royse City on Wikipedia
Royse City City Limits
The official city boundary and the major highways through Royse City.
Major roads: Hwy 66 · I-30 · State Hwy 66
Boundary & roads: U.S. Census Bureau (TIGER/Line).
Royse City from our research
What we've verified about Royse City, one line per topic. Each links to the full page and its sources.
- History
- A Rockwall County town platted in 1886 by G.B. 'Byrd' Royse, who helped bring the Katy railroad through, now an I-30 boomtown. Details →
- Dining
- 47 verified places to eat and drink; most common: Mexican & Tex-Mex · Burgers & American · Pizza & Italian; 6 have a full bar. Details → Source: Texas Comptroller sales-tax permit records, checked place by place
- Schools
- 51 public schools within 12 miles, across 10 districts and charters, mainly Royse City ISD, Rockwall ISD and Community 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: Lake Tawakoni (21 mi), Bonham (40 mi), Cooper Lake - Johns Creek Unit (41 mi). Nearest lakes: Lavon Lake (13 mi), Lake Ray Hubbard (14 mi). Details → Source: Texas Parks & Wildlife Department — park locations
- Contractors
- 12 licensed plumbers, 42 licensed HVAC contractors and 48 licensed electricians serve Royse City. Details → Source: TSBPE and TDLR license records, checked business by business
FAQ: Royse City, Texas
Royse City lies in three counties: Collin, Hunt and Rockwall, according to the U.S. Census Bureau's 2020 place-by-county list.
East Texas guides — an easy drive from Royse City
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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