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Argyle, Texas Population, Hospitals, Airports, and Schools

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The current estimated population of Argyle is 4,500, with a gender distribution of 50% male and 50% female. The population has seen steady growth, driven by suburban development and its appeal as a rural community near the Dallas-Fort Worth metropolitan area.

City Facts

  • Year founded: 1881
  • County: Denton County
  • Land area: 11.4 square miles
  • Population density: 394 people per square mile
  • Area code: 940
  • Zip code: 76226

Geography and Location

Argyle is located in Denton County, in north-central Texas, about 30 miles northwest of downtown Dallas and 15 miles south of Denton. The town is part of the Dallas-Fort Worth metropolitan area, offering residents a rural lifestyle while being close to major urban centers. Argyle is known for its wide-open spaces, horse ranches, and large residential lots, making it an attractive location for families and those seeking a quieter environment. The town experiences a humid subtropical climate, with hot summers and mild winters. Argyle is accessible via Interstate 35W and U.S. Route 377, providing easy access to Dallas, Fort Worth, and surrounding areas. The local economy is supported by small businesses, agriculture, and services catering to the growing suburban population. Argyle’s combination of rural charm, proximity to major cities, and a strong sense of community make it a desirable place to live in the Dallas-Fort Worth region.

Demographics

Median resident age: 39.1 years
Median household income: $91,161
Median house value: $227,500

Population by Race

Races in Argyle:

  • White Non-Hispanic (93.8%)
  • Hispanic (4.3%)
  • Other race (2.5%)
  • American Indian (1.3%)
  • Two or more races (1.0%)

Ancestries: English (19.1%), German (18.8%), Irish (11.2%), United States (10.6%), Scottish (4.1%), Scotch-Irish (3.3%).

Land area: 11.1 square miles

Population by Education

For population 25 years and over in Argyle

  • High school or higher: 93.2%
  • Bachelor’s degree or higher: 44.2%
  • Graduate or professional degree: 12.9%
  • Unemployed: 2.2%
  • Mean travel time to work: 33.6 minutes

For population 15 years and over in Argyle city

  • Never married: 13.7%
  • Now married: 76.8%
  • Separated: 0.4%
  • Widowed: 3.1%
  • Divorced: 6.0%

2.4% Foreign born (1.1% Latin America, 0.6% Europe, 0.4% North America).

Population change in the 1990s: +679 (+40.3%).

Hospitals

Hospitals/medical centers near Argyle:

Airports

Airports certified for carrier operations nearest to Argyle:

  • FORT WORTH ALLIANCE (about 13 miles; FORT WORTH, TX; Abbreviation: AFW)
  • DALLAS/FORT WORTH INTERNATIONAL (about 20 miles; DALLAS-FORT WORTH, TX; Abbreviation: DFW)
  • FORT WORTH MEACHAM INTL (about 24 miles; FORT WORTH, TX; Abbreviation: FTW)

Other public-use airports nearest to Argyle:

  • DENTON MUNI (about 6 miles; DENTON, TX; Abbreviation: DTO)
  • NORTHWEST REGIONAL (about 7 miles; ROANOKE, TX; Abbreviation: 52F)
  • PALMER FIELD (about 11 miles; PONDER, TX; Abbreviation: 42F)

Colleges and Universities

Colleges/universities with over 2000 students nearest to Argyle:

  • TEXAS WOMAN’S UNIVERSITY (about 8 miles; DENTON, TX; Full-time enrollment: 5,746)
  • UNIVERSITY OF NORTH TEXAS (about 10 miles; DENTON, TX; Full-time enrollment: 21,673)
  • DEVRY INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY (about 21 miles; IRVING, TX; Full-time enrollment: 2,651)
  • NORTH LAKE COLLEGE (about 22 miles; IRVING, TX; Full-time enrollment: 4,554)
  • UNIVERSITY OF DALLAS (about 24 miles; IRVING, TX; Full-time enrollment: 2,400)
  • TEXAS CHRISTIAN UNIVERSITY (about 25 miles; FT WORTH, TX; Full-time enrollment: 7,032)
  • SOUTHWESTERN BAPTIST THEOLOGICAL SEMINARY (about 25 miles; FT WORTH, TX; Full-time enrollment: 2,253)

Schools

Public high school in Argyle:

  • ARGYLE HIGH SCHOOL (Students: 392; Location: 800 EAGLE DR; Grades: 09 – 12)

Public primary/middle schools in Argyle:

  • ARGYLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (Students: 619; Location: 800 EAGLE DR; Grades: PK – 05)
  • EUGENIA PORTER RAYZOR ELEMENTARY (Students: 602; Location: 377 RAYZOR RD; Grades: PK – 05)
  • ARGYLE MIDDLE SCHOOL (Students: 349; Location: 800 EAGLE DR; Grades: 06 – 08)

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