Irving is on State Highway 183 and the Chicago, Rock Island and Pacific Railroad, twelve miles west of Dallas in west central Dallas County. In the middle of the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex and minutes from DFW International Airport, it is also a down home community of warm, friendly people. Every leisure service and special interest imaginable from sports to opera are only minutes away. There is no limit to the opportunities that await in Irving, Texas.
Centennial Park, the large park in downtown Irving celebrates Irving's 100 year history as a city. There is a model log cabin and a huge gazebo to hold a picnic. The lake spillway forms a canal-like river. The ducks, turtles, geese and fish add to the charm of this park.
Irving will capture your fancy with its easygoing spirit and exceptional opportunities for recreation and relaxation. Whatever your ideal leisure activity is you'll find it here or near including five championship golf courses, boutiques, antiques, malls, a world class equestrian center, amusement and water parks.
There is plenty to cheer about when the world-champion Dallas Cowboys take the field in Irving's Texas Stadium. Irving, Texas is a vibrant community with a vibrant progressive spirit.
Housing Cost
There is plenty to cheer about when the world-champion Dallas Cowboys take the field in Irving's Texas Stadium. Irving, Texas is a vibrant community with a vibrant progressive spirit. The average home price is $130,000, while prices range from $80,000 to $400,000.
Demographics
Estimated population in July 2005: 193,649. Irving covers 67.2 square miles. It sits at an elevation of 600 feet above sea level.
Area codes: 972, 469, 214
Climate
Irving, TX climate is hot during summer when temperatures tend to be in the 80's and cold during winter when temperatures tend to be in the 40's.
The warmest month of the year is July with an average maximum temperature of 95.40 degrees Fahrenheit, while the coldest month of the year is January with an average minimum temperature of 34.00 degrees Fahrenheit.
Temperature variations between night and day tend to be moderate during summer with a difference that can reach 21 degrees Fahrenheit, and moderate during winter with an average difference of 21 degrees Fahrenheit.
The annual average precipitation at Irving is 38.03 Inches. Rainfall in is fairly evenly distributed throughout the year. The wettest month of the year is May with an average rainfall of 5.43 Inches.
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