Mansfield

Mansfield sits south of Fort Worth and extends across several counties with sprawling residential areas and shopping centers along wide roads. The municipality includes both older neighborhoods near the historic center and newer developments on the outer edges.

A mid-19th-century grain mill gave the settlement its name and made it a regional trading point. The community grew slowly until the second half of the 20th century, when the Dallas-Fort Worth metropolitan area expanded southward.

Large sports facilities attract teams from across the state for competitions throughout the year. Community life organizes around churches and school events that bring families together from different neighborhoods.

Most facilities are best reached by car, as public transportation options remain limited. Main roads can become busy during rush hours, so planning trips outside those times helps avoid delays.

The town name combines the surnames of two business partners who operated a mill together in the 19th century. Today, only street names recall the original industry that once shaped economic life here.

Location: Tarrant County

Location: Ellis County

Location: Johnson County

Inception: 1856

Elevation above the sea: 184 m

Website: http://mansfield-tx.gov

GPS coordinates: 32.57694,-97.12667

Latest update: December 13, 2025 18:56