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Waco, TX
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Population: 136,800
Home Price: $149,400
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Overview
Waco is a midsize city in the state of Texas with a population of 136,800. Waco has a hot summer and mild winter climate. The presence of parks and green space will enable you to spend time in the outdoors
Quality of Life Summary
Area Size:
Midsize City
Living Costs:
Medium Cost
Employment:
(C) Average
Cultural Diversity:
(A) Excellent
Residents:
Young Professionals
School Rating:
(D) Fair
Safety Rating:
(F) Poor
Public Transport:
(B) Good
Average Commute:
17.7 minutes
Walkability:
(B) Good
Climate:
Hot Summer and Mild Winter
Shopping Mall:
Yes
Near Beach or Lake:
Yes
Near Mountains:
-
Near Parks & Green Space:
Yes
Social and Economic Statistics of Waco, TX
Job Market
Diversity
Housing
Education
Schools
Crime & Safety
Employment and Income
Waco
Texas
United States
Per Capita Income
$24,451
$30,264
$32,693
Median Household Income
$42,687
$64,807
$65,483
Unemployment Rate
4.9%
5.5%
5.7%
Poverty Rate
18.2%
12.7%
10.5%
Age
Waco
Texas
United States
Median Age
29.1
39.0
42.3
Gender
Waco
Texas
United States
Male
48.3%
50.0%
49.8%
Female
51.7%
50.0%
50.2%
Race
Waco
Texas
United States
White
64.0%
76.5%
80.3%
Black or African American
20.9%
6.3%
7.0%
American Indian and Alaska Native
0.2%
0.4%
2.7%
Asian
2.1%
1.3%
1.9%
Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander
0.0%
0.0%
0.2%
Other Race
3.4%
5.3%
2.7%
Multiracial
9.4%
10.2%
5.2%
Housing Information
Waco
Texas
United States
Median Home Price
$149,400
$166,364
$208,542
Median Monthly Rent
$762
$797
$801
Family Households
35.0%
35.0%
48.6%
Nonfamily Households
37.4%
37.4%
26.2%
Homeowners
46.7%
74.1%
72.9%
Renters
53.3%
25.9%
27.1%
Education
Waco
Texas
United States
High School Graduate or Equivalent
9.6%
9.8%
7.5%
Some College, no Degree
26.4%
26.4%
34.0%
Associate's Degree
21.9%
22.2%
21.2%
Bachelor's Degree
8.7%
7.2%
9.3%
Graduate or Professional Degree
16.5%
13.8%
15.0%
Proficiency
Waco
Texas
United States
Mathematics
39.2%
48.2%
46.8%
Reading/Language Arts
38.0%
45.2%
50.7%
Annual Violent and Property Crimes per 100,000 People
Violent Crime
Waco
Texas
United States
Murder
7.1
2.8
3.0
Rape
62.9
43.3
38.0
Robbery
95.1
35.2
40.7
Assault
406.1
205.7
188.5
Property Crime
Waco
Texas
United States
Burglary
560.5
359.8
336.1
Theft
2496.6
1390.1
1913.7
Vehicle Theft
230.9
162.4
167.1
Arson
6.4
8.1
10.5
Culture and Lifestyle in and Around Waco, TX
Food
Sports
Arts
Hobbies
Entertainment
Recreation
Shopping
gluten free
food truck
freshly made
tacos
fast food
italian food
takeout
low carb
daily specials
beer
quiche
pizza
ice cream
nutrition
grocery
middle eastern
bbq
grocery items
craft beer
ramen
texas amcommerce
high school football
football
college football
basketball
ncaa football
college basketball
youth sports
hs football
fantasy football
sports leagues
video games
college athletics
baseball
professional wrestling
player development
little league
health fitness
wrestling
athletics
inspired by
commissions open
nft
creative
library
commissions closed
comic
illustrator
album covers
commissions
risd
creativity
creation
nature
nfts
canvas
cinema
drawing
photography
jewelry
spare time
video games
board games
health fitness
fps games
anime
side hustle
gaming
collector
card collector
crossfit
write erotic
comic books
books
nerdy
toys
fulltime
ludbud
gym rat
disc golf
sports
local news
professional wrestling
digital media
producer
pro wrestling
podcast network
arts
movie reviews
creative
gaming
radio host
nfl nba
marketing
classic rock
public relations
contact infocom
quality content
tv
indie film
sports
space
summer
arts
winter
aviation
courtyard
boating
pool
backyard
nature
cycling
photography
ski
beach
indoor
lawn
pickleball
swimming
amenities
home depot
food truck
post office
coupons
takeout
pre order
coffee shops
grocery store
gift card
toys
funko
grocery
affordable prices
avings
etsy shop
grocery items
restaurant
curbside
gift ideas
gas stations
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