Terrell, Texas
Terrell is a city in Kaufman County, Texas, in the Dallas–Fort Worth metroplex, about 30 miles east of Dallas, with a population of about 22,977.
Kaufman
County
22,977
Population
Dallas–Fort Worth
Region
27.9 sq mi
Land Area
30 mi
to Dallas
Updated October 2026 · Population: U.S. Census Bureau estimate for July 1, 2024. Land area and coordinates: U.S. Census Bureau. · Terrell on Wikipedia
Terrell City Limits
The official city boundary and the major highways through Terrell.
Major roads: Hwy 34 · I-20 · State Hwy 34 · State Hwy 205 · State Spur 557 · US Hwy 80
Boundary & roads: U.S. Census Bureau (TIGER/Line).
Terrell from our research
What we've verified about Terrell, one line per topic. Each links to the full page and its sources.
- History
- An 1870s cotton-and-railroad town that trained British RAF pilots in WWII and raised Oscar winner Jamie Foxx. Details →
- Dining
- 85 verified places to eat and drink; most common: Mexican & Tex-Mex · Coffee, Sweets & Bakery · Chicken & Wings; 15 have a full bar. Details → Source: Texas Comptroller sales-tax permit records, checked place by place
- Schools
- 38 public schools within 12 miles, across 5 districts and charters, mainly Forney ISD, Terrell ISD and Kaufman 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 (19 mi), Purtis Creek (31 mi), Cedar Hill (41 mi). Nearest lakes: Lake Ray Hubbard (18 mi), Lake Tawakoni (20 mi). Details → Source: Texas Parks & Wildlife Department — park locations
- Contractors
- 14 licensed plumbers, 27 licensed HVAC contractors and 22 licensed electricians serve Terrell. Details → Source: TSBPE and TDLR license records, checked business by business
FAQ: Terrell, Texas
Kaufman County. The U.S. Census Bureau's 2020 place-by-county list places all of Terrell in Kaufman County.
East Texas guides — an easy drive from Terrell
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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