Airport / Transportation

Tarrant County Sits Next to One of the Country's Busiest Airports

Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport sits on the border of Tarrant and Dallas counties and is a major employment and transportation hub for the region.

Tarrant County Cars & Driving

DFW Airport sits right on the Tarrant-Dallas county line. Much of the airport's land is in Tarrant County. It is one of the busiest airports in the country and a big economic engine for the region. Plane noise and flight paths affect some Tarrant County neighborhoods, especially those near the runways.

If you are thinking about buying a home near the airport, check the airport's noise contour maps before you decide. Noise levels can vary a lot depending on exactly where the property sits. TxDOT manages roads around the airport. For state highway information, visit txdot.gov.

Source to confirm: DFW Airport – Facts and Figures

More Tarrant County notes

Property Appraisal

Who Appraises Your Property in Tarrant County

The Tarrant Appraisal District (TAD) sets the value of your property each year, and that value determines how much tax you owe.

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Homestead Exemption

How to Apply for a Homestead Exemption in Tarrant County

Homeowners who live in their Tarrant County home can apply for a homestead exemption to lower their property tax bill.

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Appraisal Cap

The 10% Cap on Your Home's Appraised Value in Tarrant County

Once you have a homestead exemption on file, TAD can raise your home's appraised value by no more than 10% per year.

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Tax Protest

How to Protest Your Property Tax Value in Tarrant County

If you think TAD overvalued your property, you can protest — the deadline is generally May 15 or 30 days after your notice arrives.

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