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Highland Village

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Highland Village is a suburban city in Denton County, Texas, nestled on the southern shore of Lewisville Lake, approximately 30 miles north of Dallas and 40 miles northeast of Fort Worth. The city offers a blend of rural charm and urban convenience, making it a desirable place to live. As of 2026, the population is estimated to be around 16,229. Highland Village is primarily a residential community with a growing commercial sector. Key employment sectors include technology, healthcare, retail, and education. The city is committed to economic development and actively recruits quality retail businesses. What makes Highland Village distinctive is its location on Lewisville Lake, providing residents with numerous outdoor recreational opportunities. The city boasts a well-developed park system, extensive trails, and a strong sense of community, making it a great place for families.

Highland Village, Texas

Overview

Classification: City
FIPS Code: 48-33848
Country: United States
County: Denton County

Geography

Region: Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex
Elevation: 551 ft
Total Area: 6.4 sq mi
Land Area: 5.53 sq mi
Water Area: 0.98 sq mi
Latitude: 33.08972
Longitude: -97.06139
Climate: Humid subtropical climate with hot, humid summers and mild to cool winters
Notable Features: Lewisville Lake
Neighboring Areas: Flower Mound · Lewisville

Demographics

Population (2020): 15,899
Est. Population (2026): 16,229
Median Age: 43.8
Median Income: $159,828
Poverty Rate: 1.79%
Owner-Occupied: 91.9%
Racial & Ethnic Composition: The racial composition of Highland Village includes 80.65% White, 4.65% Black or African American, 4.12% Asian, and smaller percentages for other race, Native American and multiracial populations.

Governance

Government Type: Council-Manager
Governing Body: City Council
Body Size: 7 members
School District: Lewisville Independent School District (LISD)
Municipal Services: Police · Fire · Public Works · Parks & Recreation · Animal Care Services · Building Inspections · Code Enforcement

U.S. Congress

Cruz, Ted

Cornyn, John

Moran, Nathaniel

Moran, NathanielR

U.S. Representative - District 1

Crenshaw, Dan

U.S. Representative - District 2

Self, Keith

U.S. Representative - District 3

Fallon, Pat

U.S. Representative - District 4

Gooden, Lance

U.S. Representative - District 5

Ellzey, Jake

U.S. Representative - District 6

Fletcher, Lizzie

Fletcher, LizzieD

U.S. Representative - District 7

Luttrell, Morgan

Luttrell, MorganR

U.S. Representative - District 8

Green, Al

U.S. Representative - District 9

McCaul, Michael T.

McCaul, Michael T.R

U.S. Representative - District 10

Pfluger, August

Pfluger, AugustR

U.S. Representative - District 11

Goldman, Craig A.

Goldman, Craig A.R

U.S. Representative - District 12

Jackson, Ronny

Jackson, RonnyR

U.S. Representative - District 13

Weber, Randy K. Sr.

Weber, Randy K. Sr.R

U.S. Representative - District 14

De La Cruz, Monica

De La Cruz, MonicaR

U.S. Representative - District 15

Escobar, Veronica

Escobar, VeronicaD

U.S. Representative - District 16

Sessions, Pete

Sessions, PeteR

U.S. Representative - District 17

Menefee, Christian D.

Menefee, Christian D.D

U.S. Representative - District 18

Arrington, Jodey C.

Arrington, Jodey C.R

U.S. Representative - District 19

Castro, Joaquin

Castro, JoaquinD

U.S. Representative - District 20

Roy, Chip

U.S. Representative - District 21

Nehls, Troy E.

Nehls, Troy E.R

U.S. Representative - District 22

Van Duyne, Beth

Van Duyne, BethR

U.S. Representative - District 24

Williams, Roger

Williams, RogerR

U.S. Representative - District 25

Gill, Brandon

U.S. Representative - District 26

Cloud, Michael

Cloud, MichaelR

U.S. Representative - District 27

Cuellar, Henry

Cuellar, HenryD

U.S. Representative - District 28

Garcia, Sylvia R.

Garcia, Sylvia R.D

U.S. Representative - District 29

Crockett, Jasmine

Crockett, JasmineD

U.S. Representative - District 30

Carter, John R.

Carter, John R.R

U.S. Representative - District 31

Johnson, Julie

Johnson, JulieD

U.S. Representative - District 32

Veasey, Marc A.

Veasey, Marc A.D

U.S. Representative - District 33

Gonzalez, Vicente

Gonzalez, VicenteD

U.S. Representative - District 34

Casar, Greg

U.S. Representative - District 35

Babin, Brian

U.S. Representative - District 36

Doggett, Lloyd

Doggett, LloydD

U.S. Representative - District 37

Hunt, Wesley

U.S. Representative - District 38

Economy

Unemployment Rate: 2.6%
Economic Profile: Residential/suburban · Commercial growth
Employment Sectors: Technology · Healthcare · Retail · Education

Education

School Districts: Lewisville Independent School District (LISD)

Infrastructure

Transportation: Interstate 35E · Farm Road 407 · Farm Road 2499 · Denton County Transportation Authority (DCTA) · A-train commuter rail · GoZone on-demand transportation service
Utilities: Municipal water · Municipal wastewater · Drainage services
Major Facilities: None listed

Recreation

Outdoor Access: Yes
Major Recreation Areas: Lewisville Lake · Doubletree Ranch Park · Inland Trail System
Parks & Trails: City Parks · Inland Trail System

History

Founded: 1850s
Incorporated: 1963
Named After: The name “Highland Village” was chosen to evoke the charm of Highland Park in Dallas.
Historical Significance: Highland Village transformed from a small, rural town into a thriving suburban city due to its location and the development of the Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport.
Key Events: Incorporated in February 1963 · Opening of Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport spurred growth · Became a member of the Denton County Transportation Authority (DCTA) in September 2003