Weatherford, Texas
Weatherford is a city in Parker County, Texas, in the Dallas–Fort Worth metroplex, about 26 miles west of Fort Worth, with a population of about 39,397.
Parker
County
39,397
Population
Dallas–Fort Worth
Region
27.4 sq mi
Land Area
26 mi
to Fort Worth
Updated October 2026 · Population: U.S. Census Bureau estimate for July 1, 2024. Land area and coordinates: U.S. Census Bureau. · Weatherford on Wikipedia
Weatherford City Limits
The official city boundary and the major highways through Weatherford.
Major roads: FM 51 · I-20 · State Hwy 171 · State Spur 312 · US Hwy 180
Boundary & roads: U.S. Census Bureau (TIGER/Line).
Weatherford from our research
What we've verified about Weatherford, one line per topic. Each links to the full page and its sources.
- History
- The Parker County seat known for peaches and cutting horses, hometown of Mary Martin and burial place of trail driver Oliver Loving. Details →
- Dining
- 113 verified places to eat and drink; most common: Coffee, Sweets & Bakery · Mexican & Tex-Mex · Pizza & Italian; 25 have a full bar. Details → Source: Texas Comptroller sales-tax permit records, checked place by place
- Schools
- 29 public schools within 12 miles, across 5 districts and charters, mainly Weatherford ISD, Aledo ISD and Peaster 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 Mineral Wells Trailway - Weatherford TH (4 mi), Lake Mineral Wells Trailway - Garner TH (14 mi), Lake Mineral Wells (16 mi). Nearest lakes: Lake Worth (19 mi), Benbrook Lake (20 mi). Details → Source: Texas Parks & Wildlife Department — park locations
- Contractors
- 23 licensed plumbers, 34 licensed HVAC contractors and 63 licensed electricians serve Weatherford. Details → Source: TSBPE and TDLR license records, checked business by business
FAQ: Weatherford, Texas
Parker County. The U.S. Census Bureau's 2020 place-by-county list places all of Weatherford in Parker County.
East Texas guides — an easy drive from Weatherford
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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