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Ennis, Texas

Introduction to Ennis, Texas

Ennis, Texas, in Ellis county, is 30 miles S of Mesquite, Texas (center to center) and 33 miles S of Dallas, Texas. The city is considered part of the Dallas metropolitan area. Ennis has a population of 16,045.

Ennis History

The Houston and Texas Central Railroad Company purchased a 647-acre plot in Ellis County in 1871. They established the line's northern terminus on the plot. The City of Ennis was established on this area in May, 1872. It was named after Cornelius Ennis, an official with the Houston and Texas Central Railroad. Ennis served as the Mayor of Houston and was an incorporator and director with the Great Northern Railroad.

Ennis and nearby Attractions

  • The Texas Motorplex
  • Ennis Railroad and Cultural Heritage Museum
  • 85 Speedway
  • Historic District Antique and Craft Shops
  • The Annual National Polka Festival
  • Eagle Rock Golf Club

Things To Do In Ennis

The residents of Ennis seek to retain the historic allure at the turn of the century. The downtown area has been listed in the National Register of Historic Places. The community organizes a variety of beautification programs and festivals. The Main Street is done with red brick and lined with native trees, turn-of-the-century lights, festive banners, and park benches that have been placed outside antique shops. All this gives the area a charming old-fashioned look.

Ennis Transportation

One can avail of flights from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport.

Ennis Higher Education

Navarro College, Mountain View College, Dallas Baptist University, and Eastfield College offer courses for higher studies.

High Points

Ennis strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in Texas):

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Racial Diversity
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Comparative Profile of Ennis, TX

Comparing Ennis to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Texas (State):

Ratings range from 1 (lowest) to 10 (highest).


The People

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Racial Diversity1010
Children Under 5 Years Old99
Male Share of the Population77
Senior Citizens45
Well-Paid Single Men48
Female Share of the Population45
Well-Paid Single Women37
Age of the Population22

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Average Household Size99
Portion of People Married65

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Median Family Income57
People Above Poverty46
People in Middle Class or Better46
College Educated Adults25

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Walking and Biking to Work57
Short Commute Times55
Public Transportation Use37
Working at Home23

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals79
Housing Recently Built75
Affordability of Property Taxes64
Seasonal and Vacation Housing64
Affordability of Rents63
People Living Alone45

Crime

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Low Violent Crime44
Low Property Crime22

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