Dallas and Tarrant counties logged dozens of hail reports of 1 inch or larger in recent years. Most owner-occupied homes in the city of Dallas were built before 2000. Here is the market by the numbers.
- Hail reports 1″+ in Dallas and Tarrant counties, 2025
- 79
- Largest hail since 2021: Mansfield, Jun 12, 2023
- 5.00″
- Owner-occupied homes in Dallas built before 2000
- 81.9%
- Housing units in Dallas and Tarrant counties
- 1.9M
Hail, year by year
Reports of hail 1 inch or larger across the metro area.
| Year | Dallas: all / 1″+ / 2″+ · largest | Tarrant: all / 1″+ / 2″+ · largest | Hail days |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 29 / 19 / 2 · 2.00″ Apr 9 | 56 / 48 / 17 · 3.25″ Apr 28 | 12 |
| 2022 | 12 / 8 / 0 · 1.25″ Sep 4 | 18 / 12 / 0 · 1.25″ Apr 12 | 11 |
| 2023 | 51 / 48 / 11 · 4.00″ Jun 12 | 58 / 50 / 8 · 5.00″ Jun 12 | 15 |
| 2024 | 28 / 20 / 1 · 2.00″ May 27 | 106 / 81 / 12 · 3.25″ May 27 | 12 |
| 2025 | 16 / 15 / 1 · 2.00″ Jun 1 | 66 / 64 / 10 · 3.00″ Jun 1 | 11 |
| 2026 (Jan–Jun) | 28 / 27 / 1 · 3.00″ Apr 25 | 46 / 44 / 7 · 3.00″ Apr 25 | 10 |
The latest hail days
Recent dates when significant hail was reported in the area.
- Sep 21, 2026 · 1.00″near Keller, Tarrant County
- Sep 11, 2026 · up to 1.75″4 reports, largest near Arlington, Tarrant County
- Aug 26, 2026 · up to 1.50″2 reports, largest near Haslet, Tarrant County
- Jun 6, 2026 · up to 1.25″2 reports, largest near De Soto Carroll Arpt, Dallas County
How old the homes are
The city of Dallas is older and more rented, while Tarrant County is newer with more owner-occupied homes.
| Area | Housing units | Owner-occupied | Median year built (owners) | Owner homes built before 2000 | Built 2010+ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| City of Dallas | 590,237 | 42.4% | 1969 | 81.9% | 8.1% |
| City of Fort Worth | 373,948 | 57% | 1997 | 52.4% | 23.9% |
| Dallas County | 1,064,965 | 50.8% | 1978 | 78.1% | 9.2% |
| Tarrant County | 843,257 | 59.3% | 1990 | 62.3% | 16.9% |
ZIP codes with the oldest owner-occupied homes
ZIPs with at least 3,000 homes and at least 60% owner-occupied, oldest first.
| ZIP | County | Housing units | Owner-occupied | Median year built (owners) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 76164 | Tarrant County | 5,004 | 60.1% | 1938 |
| 76110 | Tarrant County | 12,796 | 62.4% | 1940 |
| 76103 | Tarrant County | 5,810 | 61.5% | 1954 |
| 75218 | Dallas County | 10,441 | 64.3% | 1957 |
| 75209 | Dallas County | 7,106 | 64.3% | 1960 |
Texas rules every DFW roofer works under
- Never waive the deductible. Texas law makes it illegal for a contractor to offer to waive, rebate or absorb a policyholder’s deductible, with fines up to $2,000 and up to six months in jail.
- Put the deductible notice in the contract. A roofing contract of $1,000 or more paid by insurance must carry the statutory deductible notice in 12-point bold type.
- Dallas needs a re-roof permit. The City of Dallas requires a roofing permit to replace a roof covering, though minor repairs under 100 square feet often do not.
- Claim deadlines depend on the policy. Deadlines for filing vary by insurance policy and some are one year; tell homeowners to read theirs and file early.
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Frequently asked questions
How often does Dallas–Fort Worth get severe hail?
Every year since 2021. Dallas and Tarrant counties log severe hail regularly. The total number of hail reports of 1 inch or larger across both counties varies year by year, remaining a consistent driver of roof replacements.
Which DFW ZIP codes have the oldest owner-occupied homes?
Among ZIPs with at least 3,000 housing units and a 60% owner-occupied rate, 76164 and 76110 in Tarrant County County have owner-occupied homes with a median build year in the 1930s.
Can a Texas roofer pay the homeowner’s deductible?
No. Texas law makes it illegal for a contractor to offer to waive, rebate or absorb a policyholder’s deductible, with fines up to $2,000 and up to six months in jail.