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Texarkana, TX-AR
Texarkana, Texas, anchors a distinctive twin-city community with Texarkana, Arkansas, in the Ark-La-Tex region. Straddling the Texas-Arkansas border near Louisiana, it lies about 180 miles northeast of Dallas at the junction of I-30 and several major U.S. highways. The city is renowned for its bi-state identity, historic Union Station, railroad heritage, and a federal courthouse built directly across the state line. Together, the twin cities form a metropolitan area of roughly 149,482 residents.
Recreational Delights
Outdoor recreation combines parks, waterways, and easy access to the wooded landscapes of northeast Texas and southwest Arkansas. Lake Wright Patman, southwest of the city, supports boating, fishing, swimming, and wildlife viewing. Wagner Creek, Cowhorn Creek, Swampoodle Creek, and Days Creek provide scenic corridors for walking and local exploration. The Texarkana region also offers community parks, athletic fields, playgrounds, and picnic areas, while nearby rural roads and forests are suitable for cycling, hiking, hunting, and nature photography. The neighboring Arkansas city expands the area’s recreational choices, making the twin-city region a convenient base for lakeside and outdoor activities.
Culinary Scene
Texarkana’s food culture reflects its position in the Ark-La-Tex, blending East Texas barbecue, Southern comfort food, Cajun and Louisiana influences, Tex-Mex, burgers, fried seafood, and classic diners. Restaurants cluster around downtown, Stateline Avenue, and the principal commercial corridors, where diners can experience the unusual character of eating in a community divided by a state line. Local barbecue and Southern cooking are especially prominent, while regional seafood and Cajun-inspired dishes reflect nearby Louisiana. Independent cafés, family restaurants, and casual eateries complement national chains, creating an accessible dining scene shaped by cross-border traditions rather than a single dominant cuisine district.
Demographics
- The broader Texarkana metropolitan area has approximately 149,482 residents, while the Texas city recorded 36,193 residents in the 2020 census.
- The supplied demographic profile reports a median age of 39, almost identical to the U.S. median of 38.9, suggesting a broadly mature, mixed-age community.
- Median household income is $55,646, below the U.S. median of $80,734, indicating a comparatively affordable but lower-income regional economy.
Population
146,296
Growth -0.39%
Households
56,252
Growth 0.63%
Median Age
39
US Median Age 38.9
Median Household Income
$55,646
US Median Household Income $80,734
Radius Metrics Highlights in 3-mile radius
4,679
Total population
6,004%
5 year population growth projection
1,729
Total households
$31,940
Per capita income
| 1 Mile | 3 Miles | 5 Miles | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total population | 383 | 4,679 | 20,257 |
| 5 year projected total population | -- | 285,564 | 462,476 |
| Total households | 144 | 1,729 | 7,505 |
| Current Median Household Income | $52,985 | $64,171 | $58,950 |
| 5 year projected median household income | -- | $91,089 | $99,506 |
| Current Per Capita Income | $37,045 | $31,940 | $29,791 |
| 5 year projected per capita income | -- | $42,296 | $43,559 |
| Median home value | $344,221 | $226,033 | $172,611 |
Education
Texas A&M University–Texarkana
Texarkana College
Texarkana Independent School District
Pleasant Grove Independent School District
Entertainment
Perot Theatre
Texarkana Museums System
Ace of Clubs House
Four States Fair Entertainment Center
Quality of Life
Texarkana offers an affordable, community-oriented lifestyle with convenient highway, rail, bus, and regional air connections. Residents benefit from access to healthcare, education, parks, shopping, and cross-border cultural resources. The humid subtropical climate brings hot summers, mild winters, and substantial precipitation, while severe thunderstorms and occasional tornado-related weather are seasonal considerations.
2022 Population by age
6%
0-4 Years
20%
5-19 Years
6%
20-24 Years
26%
25-44 Years
24%
45-64 Years
18%
65+ Years
Employers
5%
Unemployment rate
Employment sectors
Health Care and Social Assistance
15.2%
Retail Trade
13.5%
Manufacturing
12.19%
Educational Services
10.8%
Accommodation and Food Services
8.72%
Public Administration
7.54%
Construction
6.59%
Transportation and Warehousing
5.58%
Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
3.67%
Administrative and Support and Waste Management Services
3.58%
Finance and Insurance
3.38%
Wholesale Trade
3.05%
Other
6.22%