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Burleson, Texas

Located in Johnson/Tarrant County, Texas, Burleson was established in 1881. Growing suburb south of Fort Worth. Named for Rufus Burleson, Baylor University president.
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Founded 1881 | Population 51,000 | Peak 51,000 (2024) | County Johnson/Tarrant County

Top 10 Most Important Events for Burleson, Texas

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1881 Railroad Town: Named for Rufus Burleson.
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1890 Higher Education: Educational institutions helped define Burleson's character and economy.
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1942 Military Presence: Military installations became a major part of Burleson's identity and economy.
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2010 Modern Era: Burleson continued to develop as part of the greater metropolitan area, with new infrastructure and community amenities.
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Complete Historical Timeline

1881 Transport
Railroad Town
1890 Culture
Higher Education
1942 Government
Military Presence
2010 Culture
Modern Era

Did You Know?

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Growing suburb south of Fort Worth.
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Named for Rufus Burleson, Baylor University president.
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Straddles Johnson and Tarrant counties.
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Burleson is located in Johnson/Tarrant County, Texas.
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Burleson was founded in 1881.

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