Families are choosing Burleson for the strong sense of community, proximity to the Metroplex, excellent schools, and low crime rate. Major companies are taking notice of Burleson's pro-business climate, available labor force, and easy access to major interstates, railways and airports. Large retailers are targeting Burleson as a shopping destination for 500,000 people in Johnson and southwest Tarrant counties. Smart commuters are discovering that Burleson is just 12 short miles from downtown Fort Worth.
One of Tarrant County's Top Ten Cities (And Growing)
In the 2004 Book of Lists of the Fort Worth Business Press, the Burleson area was recognized as the third fastest-growing residential community in Tarrant County with a growth rate of 13.79%.
Easy Access To Anywhere - Intermodal Transportation
Close proximity to Fort Worth and Dallas make Burleson an attractive shipping point for manufactured products. Interstate 20 is just eight miles north, while Interstate 35W and State Highway 174 intersect in Burleson, providing easy access to major markets by truck. Two major rail lines (the Union Pacific and the Burlington Northern Santa Fe), serve Burleson. Spinks General Aviation Airport just north of Burleson offers flyers a lighted, 6,000-foot concrete runway. Both Alliance Airport and Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport are within 45 minutes of Burleson.
Development Incentives
Burleson's government is dedicated to the economic development of the city and its citizens. On a case-by-case basis, Burleson will consider providing tax abatements and other economic development incentives designed to promote the growth of business.
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