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North Richland Hills is a city in northeast Tarrant County, Texas, positioned in the Dallas–Fort Worth Mid-Cities between the region's two downtowns. It lies along the Loop 820 corridor, roughly 15 to 20 minutes from downtown Fort Worth and about 35 to 40 minutes from downtown Dallas, with DFW International Airport a short drive to the east. With a population of roughly 70,000, it is one of the larger and more established suburban cities in the Fort Worth half of the metroplex. The city is best known for its municipal amenities and family attractions. NRH2O Family Water Park, opened in 1995, was the first municipally owned water park in Texas and remains a regional summer destination. Iron Horse Golf Course, the NYTEX Sports Centre—home to the Lone Star Brahmas junior hockey team—and Medical City North Hills, a major hospital, round out a strong roster of local institutions. The Peppa Pig Theme Park DFW and other metroplex draws sit nearby. Transportation is a defining advantage. TEXRail, Trinity Metro's commuter rail line, stops at two stations in North Richland Hills, linking residents to downtown Fort Worth and directly to DFW International Airport—a rare rail-to-airport connection for a Texas suburb. The city's road network, anchored by Loop 820 and major arterials such as Rufe Snow Drive, places both downtowns and the airport within easy reach. Education is provided by the Birdville Independent School District, a well-regarded district serving northeast Tarrant County. The combination of strong schools, established neighborhoods, municipal recreation, and rail access makes North Richland Hills a practical, family-friendly choice for those working across the metroplex, particularly commuters who want a settled Mid-Cities address with genuine amenities rather than a bedroom community dependent on Dallas or Fort Worth.

Population 70,780

County Tarrant County

Active Listings 391

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Frequently Asked Questions

What county is North Richland Hills in?

North Richland Hills is located in Tarrant County, Texas, in the Mid-Cities region between Dallas and Fort Worth. It sits in the northeast portion of the county, near cities such as Haltom City, Hurst, and Keller.

What school district serves North Richland Hills?

Public school students in North Richland Hills attend the Birdville Independent School District, which serves the city and surrounding northeast Tarrant County communities through schools such as Birdville High School and Smithfield Middle School. Private and charter options are also available.

How far is North Richland Hills from Fort Worth and Dallas?

North Richland Hills sits in the Mid-Cities, roughly a 15- to 20-minute drive to downtown Fort Worth and about 35 to 40 minutes to downtown Dallas. TEXRail commuter rail connects the city to both downtown Fort Worth and DFW International Airport.

What are the main attractions in North Richland Hills?

North Richland Hills is home to NRH2O Family Water Park, a city-owned water park that opened in 1995 as the first municipally operated water park in Texas. Other attractions include Iron Horse Golf Course, the NYTEX Sports Centre, and Medical City North Hills.

Does North Richland Hills have commuter rail?

Yes. TEXRail, operated by Trinity Metro, runs through North Richland Hills with two stations in the city, providing commuter rail service between downtown Fort Worth and Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport.

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