Haslet is a city in mostly Tarrant County and partly in Denton County within the Dallas–Fort Worth metroplex in the U.S. state of Texas, and is located 15 miles north of downtown Fort Worth and 20 miles south of Denton. Haslet borders Interstate 35W, U.S. Highway 287, and Alliance Airport. The population was 1,952 at the 2020 census.

History

According to the Handbook of Texas, the area was settled around 1880, but likely no distinct community formed until 1883, when the tracks of the Gulf, Colorado and Santa Fe Railway were extended through the area. Haslett, Michigan, was the hometown of the railroad's contractor. A post office opened in 1887; by 1896, the one-teacher school had 21 students. Haslet's population was 67 in 1903 and 50 in 1915. During the 1920s, Haslet had three grocery stores, a hardware store, a dry goods store, and a cotton gin.

Geography

According to the United States Census Bureau, the town has a total area of 21.2 sqkm, of which 0.05 sqkm, or 0.22%, is water. Haslet is 702 ft. above sea level.

Climate

The climate in this area is characterized by hot, humid summers and generally mild to cool winters. According to the Köppen climate classification, Haslet has a humid subtropical climate, Cfa on climate maps.

Demographics

As of the 2020 United States census, there were 1,952 people, 835 households, and 730 families residing in the city.

Economy

Considered a major intermodal hub, Haslet has a transportation and distribution network via major highways, and nearby Alliance Airport. Dallas Fort Worth International Airport is 30 minutes away. Haslet's primary trade area was 605,917 in 2015 and is expected to grow to 675,018 by 2019. With a build-out of only 20% of available sites, Haslet is positioning itself to attract new corporations and businesses. Haslet offers a property tax rate of 33 cents per $100.