Wylie, Texas
Wylie is a city in Collin County, Texas, in the Dallas–Fort Worth metroplex, about 24 miles northeast of Dallas, with a population of about 62,954. Parts of Wylie also extend into Dallas and Rockwall counties.
Collin · Dallas · Rockwall
Counties
62,954
Population
Dallas–Fort Worth
Region
22.1 sq mi
Land Area
24 mi
to Dallas
Updated October 2026 · Population: U.S. Census Bureau estimate for July 1, 2024. Land area and coordinates: U.S. Census Bureau. · Wylie on Wikipedia
Wylie City Limits
The official city boundary and the major highways through Wylie.
Major roads: State Hwy 205 · State Hwy 78 · State Hwy 78F Bus · State Hwy 78G Bus
Boundary & roads: U.S. Census Bureau (TIGER/Line).
Wylie from our research
What we've verified about Wylie, one line per topic. Each links to the full page and its sources.
- History
- A Collin County town first called Nickelville that moved to the railroad, renamed itself for an eager railroad agent, and grew onions. Details →
- Dining
- 84 verified places to eat and drink; most common: Mexican & Tex-Mex · Coffee, Sweets & Bakery · Burgers & American; 19 have a full bar. Details → Source: Texas Comptroller sales-tax permit records, checked place by place
- Schools
- 205 public schools within 12 miles, across 17 districts and charters, mainly Wylie ISD, Garland ISD and Plano 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 (33 mi), Ray Roberts Lake - Greenbelt Unit (35 mi), Ray Roberts Lake - Isle du Bois Unit (36 mi). Nearest lakes: Lavon Lake (6 mi), Lake Ray Hubbard (9 mi). Details → Source: Texas Parks & Wildlife Department — park locations
- Contractors
- 23 licensed plumbers, 58 licensed HVAC contractors and 39 licensed electricians serve Wylie. Details → Source: TSBPE and TDLR license records, checked business by business
FAQ: Wylie, Texas
Wylie lies in three counties: Collin, Dallas and Rockwall, according to the U.S. Census Bureau's 2020 place-by-county list.
East Texas guides — an easy drive from Wylie
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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