Rowlett by the Numbers: Inside East DFW's Fast-Growing Lakeside Suburb

A quick numbers-only look at how much Rowlett has grown and changed in 2026.

69,243

— Rowlett's estimated 2026 population, making it one of the larger cities along the Lake Ray Hubbard shoreline.

1.99%

— Rowlett's current annual population growth rate, continuing a steady climb over the past several years.

10.34%

— Rowlett's total population growth since the 2020 census, reflecting sustained residential development citywide.

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— New Rowlett City Council members — Chris Kizziar (Place 1), Byron Fassett (Place 3), and Carter Holston (Place 5) — sworn in May 13, 2026, following the May 2 general election, each serving three-year terms through 2029.

250 mph

— The wind rating of the ICC 500-compliant storm shelter built into Rowlett's new Fire and Police Station No. 5, designed to withstand EF-5 tornado conditions.

April 10, 2026

— The date Rowlett held its grand opening and ribbon-cutting for Station No. 5 at 1301 Easy Street, serving the growing Sapphire Bay district along the lake.

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