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Garland vs. Mesquite: Side by Side
Two cities in eastern Dallas County, both about 15 miles from downtown. Garland has about 246,000 people on 57 square miles; Mesquite, about 150,000 on 49.
Garland and Mesquite, line by line
| Compared | Garland | Mesquite |
|---|---|---|
| County | Dallas (parts in Collin and Rockwall) | Dallas (a small part in Kaufman) |
| Population, 2020 Census | 246,018 | 150,108 |
| Land area | About 57 square miles | About 49 square miles |
| People per square mile | 4,310 | 3,100 |
| ZIP codes | 75040 · 75041 · 75042 · 75043 · 75044 · 75048 | 75149 · 75150 · 75180 · 75181 · 75185 · 75187 |
| Distance | About 15 miles to downtown Dallas | About 15 miles to downtown Dallas |
| Getting around | DART, Blue line | I-30 · I-635 · US 80 |
| Places to know | Del Rancho · Blue Rat Thai Kitchen · Dos Banderas | Mesquite BBQ · Bear Cave Coffee · Seven Mile Cafe |
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau, 2020 Census (population and land area); counties, ZIP codes and distances from each city's page on this site; places opened and checked one by one. Distances are approximate miles to the downtown named. The school district depends on the exact address, not the city; official ratings for every campus are on TXschools.gov.
Which one fits your move?
If you want a train
Garland has the DART Blue Line. Mesquite's main roads are I-30, I-635 and US 80.
If you like events
Mesquite has the Mesquite Rodeo and its arts center. Garland has the Granville Arts Center and the Plaza Theatre.
If you go out to eat
Garland has its downtown, with cafés and bakeries. Mesquite has Town East Mall and its local restaurants.
Check the county
Garland has parts in Collin and Rockwall; Mesquite, a part in Kaufman. Confirm the county on the address.
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