Mansfield

About Mansfield

Mansfield is a rapidly-growing suburban city in the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex area, nearly equidistant from the major cities of Fort Worth, Dallas and Arlington. Its population more than doubled between 2000 and 2010, continuing on a steady rate of growth since then. Mansfield has been ranked on Money magazine’s “Best Places to Live” list on several different occasions thanks to its convenient location, healthy economy and numerous community amenities.

Things to Do in Mansfield

Mansfield hosts a range of family-friendly events and attractions, offering something for locals of all ages and interests. The local park system includes more than 10 different neighborhood parks, which feature children’s play areas, picnic space and peaceful green areas. The parks and recreation department also manages several athletic fields, golf courses and a large activity center. You can enjoy 3.5 miles of trails on foot or bike, and the city’s 80-acre nature park is a local favorite during the spring months.

In the hot summer season, many Mansfield locals make regular trips to the city’s Hawaiian Falls Water Park. It’s a large, 10-acre park with numerous water slides, a lazy river and shaded cabanas. Farr Best theater is a local institution, established in 1917 and still host to a variety of performances. If you’re interested in the city’s history, you can visit the Mansfield Historical Museum.

Local events in Mansfield bring the community and many out-of-town visitors together. Popular festivals include the Hot Beats and Cold Brews Festival, the St. Paddy’s Pickle Parade and the Hometown Holiday Parade.

Jobs in Mansfield

If your move to Mansfield means you’ll need a job in the area, you’ll be glad to find that the city is home to a variety of businesses across many different industries. Education, health care, retail and other sectors are all part of the Mansfield economy.

You may want to start your job search with the city’s major employers, the largest of which is the Mansfield Unified School District. The district provides positions not just in teaching and educational administration, but also employs many support staff. Other major employers in Mansfield include Mouser Electronics, the Methodist Mansfield Medical Center, the City of Mansfield and Klein Tools. There are several major retail employers in Mansfield as well, like Walmart, Kroger, Super-Target, Best Buy and Sam’s Club.

Mansfield Schools

Most Mansfield schools fall within the Mansfield Unified School District. The district’s high schools have a working partnership with the local community college to provide a dual credit program in which students can earn college credits while still attending high school.

Resources for Moving to Mansfield

Here’s some handy information to make your move to Mansfield as easy as possible:

• Utilities: Atmos Energy and the Mansfield Water Utilities Division provide major utilities, with the exception of electricity. Texas is a deregulated energy market, meaning that you choose your own electricity provider.
• Garbage and Recycling: Trash is collected curbside twice a week. Your specific collection schedule is dependent on your home’s location within the city’s pick-up zones.
• Transportation: Though there is no public transportation within Mansfield, you can use private taxi or rideshare services to access train and bus stations in one of its neighboring communities.

Mansfield Housing

You can generally expect to pay more than the national average for a Mansfield home, especially if you purchase a new-construction home. Brick exteriors, swimming pools and grassy lots are common features of Mansfield homes both old and new, and many of its single-family homes are very spacious, featuring four or more bedrooms. If renting is your preference, you’ll also find plenty of apartment communities throughout the area.