Texas
Waco
Population: 305,000
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Key Facts
- Home to Magnolia Market, attracting over 2 million visitors annually
- Baylor University, founded in 1845, is the oldest continuously operating university in Texas
- The Waco Suspension Bridge was the longest single-span suspension bridge west of the Mississippi when built in 1870
- Dr Pepper was invented in Waco in 1885
- Cameron Park is one of the largest municipal parks in Texas at 416 acres
Demographics
Median Age
28.9 years
Median Household Income
$45,000
College Educated
32%
Families with Children
29%
Economy
- Tourism has boomed due to Magnolia Market and HGTV exposure
- Education and healthcare are major employers
- Growing tech startup scene and entrepreneurship
- Manufacturing and distribution hub in Central Texas
Culture & Community
- Experiencing a cultural renaissance and downtown revitalization
- Strong Baptist heritage through Baylor University
- Vibrant local food and craft beverage scene
- Family-friendly atmosphere with numerous attractions
Higher Education
Baylor University
20,000 students
McLennan Community College
9,000 students
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