Location Advantages

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Where Opportunity Meets Accessibility

Garland is a thriving part of the Dallas-Fort Worth (DFW) Metroplex, one of the largest and fastest-growing metropolitan areas in the United States. Located just about 20 miles northeast of downtown Dallas, Garland strikes the perfect balance between urban convenience and suburban comfort with ready access to regional connectivity, infrastructure and a skilled workforce.

Regional Connectivity

In addition to DFW, Garland’s ideal location in North Texas provides easy access to other major hubs making it strategically positioned for regional distribution, retail and service operations.

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Transportation Infrastructure

Major highways running through or near Garland, including Interstate 30, Interstate 635, U.S. 75 and State Highway 78, enabling efficient logistics and labor force commuting.

Local freight rail access is primarily through the Dallas, Garland & Northeastern Railroad (DGNO) with over 170 miles of track in the area and connections to the larger national rail networks. Public passenger travel includes two light rail stations (Downtown Garland and Forest/Jupiter Stations) for the Dallas Area Rapid Transit (DART) system. 

Just a short drive from Garland, Dallas Fort Worth (DFW) International Airport and Dallas Love Field provide residents with convenient access to national and global travel, while connecting Garland businesses to markets around the world.

International Inland Port of Dallas (IIPOD) is located in southern Dallas County and parts of Garland. Spanning more than 7,500-acres, this intermodal and logistics hub through the Union Pacific Dallas Intermodal Terminal and Foreign Trade Zone. 

For deep-water access, the Port of Houston is less than a four-hour drive away, linking Garland to international sea routes and global supply chains. 

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Skilled Workforce

Garland offers a highly skilled and diverse workforce, strengthened by close ties to the Dallas and North Texas labor shed. Area universities, community colleges and technical training centers partner with employers to develop programs to meet the demands of industry. This talent pipeline helps businesses attract and retain qualified professionals across a wide range of sectors, from manufacturing and logistics to health care and technology.

Workforce Development in Garland