Kaufman County Is the 2nd Fastest-Growing County in America — And New Residents Need a Gym
Here’s a number that might surprise you: Kaufman County grew by 6% in a single year — making it the second fastest-growing county in the entire United States. Since 2020, over 50,000 new residents have moved in, and the county is on track to surpass 220,000 people in 2026.
If you’re one of those new residents — maybe you moved from Dallas for more space, or you’re working remotely and wanted that small-town Texas feel without being hours from the city — welcome. You picked a great area.
But now you need to figure out the basics. Schools, grocery stores, restaurants… and a gym.
Why So Many People Are Moving to Kaufman County
The growth isn’t random. People are moving here for specific reasons:
- Affordable housing — compared to Dallas, Rockwall, and Collin County, Kaufman County offers more home for the money
- Space and land — larger lots, acreage options, and a less congested feel
- Remote work flexibility — post-COVID, more families can live where they want and commute only when needed
- The US-80 and I-20 corridor — easy highway access to Dallas while living in a community that still feels like Texas
Cities like Forney, Crandall, Terrell, Talty, and Kaufman are all absorbing this growth — and the demand for local services, including fitness facilities, is surging.
The New Resident Fitness Problem
When you first move to a new area, finding a gym isn’t always straightforward. You don’t know the roads yet, you don’t know which businesses are good, and you’re probably still unpacking boxes.
Here’s what new Kaufman County residents typically discover:
- Big-box chains are sparse — unlike the Dallas suburbs to the north, Kaufman County doesn’t have a gym on every corner
- The best options are along US-80 — this is the commercial spine of the county, and it’s where you’ll find the most services
- Community matters here — people who move to Kaufman County for the small-town feel want a gym that matches. A faceless corporate chain doesn’t cut it.
TX Fitness: Built for This Community
TX Fitness has been at 127 E US Highway 80 in Forney since 2001 — long before the growth boom. We’ve been the community gym for Kaufman County families for over two decades, and we’ve grown alongside the area.
Here’s what we offer:
Full-Service Equipment
- Free weights, squat racks, and bench stations
- Cable machines and plate-loaded equipment
- Cardio floor: treadmills, bikes, ellipticals, stair climbers
- Functional training area: turf, sleds, battle ropes, plyometric boxes
Kids Zone
Supervised childcare so parents can train without worrying. This is the feature that new families discover and never want to give up.
Personal Training
If you’re new to fitness or just want a fresh start in your new home, our personal trainers will build a program around your goals, your schedule, and your body. It’s the fastest way to get results after a move disrupts your routine.
Hours That Work
Open at 5:00 AM weekdays and open on weekends. Whether you’re an early riser, a lunch-break trainer, or an evening gym-goer, there’s a slot for you.
Memberships Starting at $19 Biweekly
Transparent pricing, no hidden fees, no pressure. We know you’re already spending money on a move — our memberships are designed to be accessible.
How to Get Here From Anywhere in the County
TX Fitness sits right on US-80 in Forney, which makes it accessible from virtually anywhere in Kaufman County:
- From Forney: You’re already here — 2 minutes
- From Talty: ~8 minutes west on US-80
- From Crandall: ~10 minutes north on FM-148 to US-80
- From Terrell: ~15 minutes west on US-80
- From Kaufman: ~15 minutes north on US-175 to US-80
- From Heartland: ~10 minutes south on local roads
- From Mesquite/Sunnyvale: ~15 minutes east on US-80
No matter where you landed in the county, the gym is a short, straight drive.
A Fresh Start Deserves a Fitness Plan
Moving is a natural reset point. New house, new commute, new routines — it’s the perfect time to add fitness to the picture. And for thousands of Kaufman County families, that fitness home is TX Fitness.
Come in, look around, and see why this community keeps growing — just like the county.
Want a deeper dive? Read our fitness-focused guide for new Kaufman County homeowners or check drive times from every Forney neighborhood.