CITY OF ROANOKE
WELCOME FROM THE MAYOR
Mayor Carl "Scooter" Gierisch
City of Roanoke
Welcome to Roanoke, Texas, proudly known as the Unique Dining Capital of Texas and a vibrant community nestled in the heart of the DFW Metroplex. Our city offers residents and businesses a welcoming atmosphere, rooted in rich history and an unwavering commitment to growth and quality of life.
Roanoke’s story dates back to the 1800s, when settlers coming from Virginia named this town after their former home, Roanoke, Virginia. Our historic downtown district is recognized on the National Register of Historic Places, continually thriving with charming restaurants and thriving businesses. We offer a community marked by low crime, strong neighborhoods, supportive churches, and outstanding schools. Roanoke’s vision focuses on creating the most productive jobs, encouraging homeownership, and fostering a prosperous economy for all.
Whether you are relocating as a resident or business, you will find Roanoke is a city of opportunity and close-knit community values. We invite you to explore and experience the unique blend of history, growth, and hospitality that make Roanoke the place to be.
LOCATION
The City of Roanoke is located three miles from Texas Motor Speedway and minutes from DFW and Alliance Airports. Roanoke is a prime location.
DEMOGRAPHICS
Population: 11,670
COMMUNITY OVERVIEW
Roanoke is located in the center of the fastest growing area of the state and is now the central point to the DFW Metroplex, as projected over ten years ago. Year after year, we have experienced prosperity, strong economic growth, a low crime rate, a highly rated school district, and a wide range of affordable housing, while retaining our charming, small town feel, and friendly atmosphere. Roanoke continues to be a great place to live, dine, shop and play, proven by the unprecedented, accelerated growth we’ve experienced in the quality retail, industrial and residential development.
Roanoke has many amenities that were built for our residents but also for our neighboring cities to enjoy. We have a state-of-the-art, 15,000-square-foot Library that is occupied daily with hundreds of residents and guests. Our Recreation Center provides many programs for small children up to our seniors. Roanoke is second to none as a destination. We continue to attract "Unique" restaurants. The City of Roanoke is still one of the lowest combined property tax rates in the state, with more to offer than most small communities in our area.
Economic development is a catalyst for creating jobs, providing necessary amenities, improving quality of life and fueling the economy of surrounding areas. Roanoke's sales tax base outperforms numerous cities in our two-county area. ‘A city that works together does great things together.’
City Website roanoketexas.gov
Economic Development roanoketexas.com/138/Economic-Development