Waco Metro Area, TX

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 6/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 4/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable transportation options.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
visibility Safety
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Average to Mixed. Schools perform near average overall, though quality can vary by campus. Students have access to standard educational pathways, with some stronger programs available.

Residents

Population
299,217 332.4M (US)
Median Age
35.0 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
66.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
26.4% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$63,880 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
83.1% 88% (US)
Average Commute
23 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
15.7% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$209,600 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$607 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$870 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
55.7% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Texas
4
United States
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Texas
5
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 0 46
Feb 2 0 50
Mar 3 0 57
Apr 2 0 65
May 4 0 73
Jun 4 0 79
Jul 2 0 83
Aug 2 0 83
Sep 2 0 77
Oct 3 0 67
Nov 2 0 56
Dec 2 0 47

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 33% of residents leaning left and 63% leaning right.

Liberal (34%) (64%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 63%
Hillary Clinton 33%
Other 4%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 17, TX State Senate District 22, TX State House District 56, TX
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Schools

Speegleville El
2 miles, SW • 3.2 star
China Spring Hs
3 miles, N • 4.6 star
China Spring Middle
3 miles, N • 3.2 star
China Spring El
4 miles, N • 3.2 star
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Colleges

McLennan Community College
7 miles, SE • 1.4 star
Baylor University
10 miles, SE • 2.8 star
Hill College
31 miles, NE • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Providence Health Center
8 miles, S • 3.2 star
Goodall Witcher Hospital
22 miles, NW • 4.1 star
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Airports

Waco Regional Airport
4 miles, E • 1 star
Robert Gray Army Airfield
48 miles, SW • 1 star
Easterwood Field
88 miles, S • 1 star
Dallas Love Field
90 miles, NE • 3.7 star
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