| 1961 Dallas Cowboys season | |
|---|---|
| Owner | Clint Murchison, Jr. |
| Head coach | Tom Landry |
| Home field | Cotton Bowl |
| Results | |
| Record | 4–9–1 |
| Division place | 6th NFL Eastern |
| Playoff finish | Did not qualify |
The 1961 Dallas Cowboys season was their second in the National Football League. The team finished with 4 wins, 9 losses, and 1 tie, placing them 6th in the Eastern Conference.