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Coppell, Texas

Coppell is a city in the northwest corner of Dallas County, Texas, with a small portion extending into Denton County.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 26, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Coppell is a city in the northwest corner of Dallas County, Texas, with a small portion extending into Denton County. It is a suburb of Dallas in the Dallas–Fort Worth metroplex and had a population of 42,983 at the 2020 census. The city is near Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport and major regional highways.

History

Coppell was originally known as Gibbs Station before being renamed Coppell in 1890. Local accounts describe its early development as a farming community that later grew into a suburban city.

Geography

Coppell is located in the northwest corner of Dallas County and borders a small area in Denton County. It lies near the Elm Fork of the Trinity River and is positioned within the Dallas–Fort Worth metropolitan area.

Demographics

The city’s population was 42,983 at the 2020 census. Recent estimates in secondary data sources place the population in the low-41,000s to low-42,000s range.

Transportation

Coppell is served by nearby major roadways including Interstate 635, U.S. Highway 121, and Interstate 35. Its proximity to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport has been a major factor in its suburban development.

Key facts

  • Coppell is a suburban city in the Dallas–Fort Worth metroplex.
  • Most of the city is in northwest Dallas County, with a small part in Denton County.
  • The city’s population was 42,983 in the 2020 United States census.
  • Coppell is near Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport and major highways including Interstate 635 and U.S. Highway 121.
  • The city’s official website is coppelltx.gov.
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Canadian context

Coppell has no direct Canadian connection, but it may be of interest to Canadian readers as part of the Dallas–Fort Worth metropolitan region, a major North American business and travel hub.

Frequently asked questions

Where is Coppell located?
Coppell is in northwest Dallas County, Texas, with a small portion in Denton County.
Is Coppell part of the Dallas–Fort Worth metroplex?
Yes. Coppell is a suburb of Dallas in the Dallas–Fort Worth metroplex.
What was Coppell’s population in 2020?
The 2020 census reported a population of 42,983.
What county is Coppell in?
Most of Coppell is in Dallas County, with a small part in Denton County.
What is Coppell known for geographically?
It is near Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport and major highways, which support its role as a suburban community.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Coppell,_Texas
    Supports: City location, metro area, population, county placement, and general municipal facts.
  2. Texas Almanac — https://www.texasalmanac.com/places/coppell
    Supports: Geographic setting, nearby highways, and relation to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport.
  3. City of Coppell — https://www.coppelltx.gov/
    Supports: Official municipal identity and city website.
  4. Texas HomeTownLocator — https://texas.hometownlocator.com/tx/dallas/coppell.cfm
    Supports: Area, coordinates, and recent population estimate.