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Willow Grove, TX

Texas · McLennan County · Waco Metro

Willow Grove is a small town in Texas with a population of 2,333. Residents earn $86,250 per year, which is 15% above the national average.

Data updated April 2026

3.2 /5.0
B Good
2,333 Population 452/sq mi density
$86,250 Median Income $34,826 per capita
$240,900 Home Value $364,455 Zillow
67°F Avg Temperature 303 sunny days/yr
92 Violent Crime/100K 1,503 property/100K
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.7 / 5.0
$86,250 median income, 0.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$240,900 home value
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
92 violent crimes/100K (76% below avg)
C
Education
2.0 / 5.0
13.1% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $86,250
15% higher than US avg
Home Value $240,900
15% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 92/100K
76% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 13.1%
61% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 31.2%
3% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.8%
78% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.5%
64% lower than US avg

How Willow Grove Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population2,333
Median Age40.6 yrs
Density452/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 78%
Veterans8.6%

Economy

A+
Median Income$86,250
Per Capita$34,826
Unemployment0.8%
Poverty4.5%
County GDP$18,479M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$240,900
Ownership87.3%
Zillow$364,455
Housing Units884
Rent Burden20.6%

Crime

F
Violent92/100K
Property1,503/100K

Health

Obesity31.2%
Uninsured11.6%
Smoking10.8%
Depression23.7%
Heart Disease4.7%

Climate

Avg Temp67°F (19°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain37.5 in/yr
Sunny Days303/yr
Elevation552 ft (168 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+13.1%
High School+94.2%
Graduate+5.2%
School Score5.11

Community

2024 VoteR 65% / D 34%
Commute21 min
Broadband93.3%
EV Stations1
Libraries9

Is Willow Grove a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Willow Grove receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing. Willow Grove offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Willow Grove is $86,250, 15% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.8%. Only 4.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Willow Grove is $240,900, 15% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Willow Grove is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 92 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,503 per 100,000, 23% below the national average.

Education

13.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Willow Grove enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F. Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. With 303 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 37.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Willow Grove has a population of 2,333 with a density of 452 people per square mile, spread across 5.2 square miles. The median age is 40.6 years, 4% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 54.2% female and 45.8% male. The city is predominantly White (77.9%), with 1.7% Hispanic. English is the primary language spoken at home by 91.2% of residents, while 8.8% speak Spanish. 8.6% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 15.3% of residents have a disability. 82.8% have health insurance coverage.

Population

2,333
Total Population
452
People / sq mi
40.6yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg
5.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.8%
Female 54.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Willow Grove vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 91.2%
16% above US avg
Spanish 8.8%
34% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Willow Grove vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Willow Grove is $86,250, which is 15% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $34,826 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,161, 19% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 0.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.5% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 6,039 business establishments, including 607 restaurants. The cost of living index is 97.1, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 13.9% of workers work from home.

Income: Willow Grove vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$86,250
15% above US avg
Per Capita Income$34,826
Avg Weekly Wage$1,161
IRS Avg AGI$72,514
Gini Index0.476 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.8%
78% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.5%
64% below US avg
Establishments (County)6,039
County GDP$18,479M

Business (County)

Restaurants607
Healthcare682
Retail879
Manufacturing250

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,892
154% above US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.69%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.8 min
Drive Alone84.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home13.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Willow Grove is $240,900, 15% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $364,455, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 90.9% of their list price, suggesting buyers have room to negotiate. Fair market rent ranges from $935 for a one-bedroom to $1,149 for a two-bedroom apartment. 87.3% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 884 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1986. The average annual property tax is $8,892 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 20.6% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.8x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$240,900
15% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$364,455
Median List Price$324,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$324,900
$/Sq Ft$154
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio90.9%
Price Drops16.7%
Inventory12

Rental Costs

Rent Burden20.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$887
1 Bedroom$935
2 Bedrooms$1,149
3 Bedrooms$1,497
4 Bedrooms$1,733

Ownership & Property

Homeownership87.3%
Owner-Occupied87.3%
Renter-Occupied12.7%
Housing Units884
Median Year Built1986

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,892
154% above US avg
Effective Rate3.69%
In Willow Grove, 31.2% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 8.8% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 4.7% of residents, below the national average. 29.2% have high blood pressure. 10.8% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 19.8% report binge drinking. 20.3% are physically inactive, below the national average. 23.7% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 16.6% experience frequent mental distress. 11.6% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,303. The dentist ratio is 1:1,803. 67.9% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 6.0 out of 10.

Health Metrics: Willow Grove vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity31.2%
3% below US avg
Diabetes8.8%
Heart Disease4.7%
High Blood Pressure29.2%
Asthma9.8%
COPD4.9%
Cancer7.1%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking10.8%
23% below US avg
Binge Drinking19.8%
Physical Inactivity20.3%
Depression23.7%
Mental Distress16.6%
Physical Distress11.2%
Short Sleep36.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate82.8%
Uninsured11.6%
35% above US avg
Primary Care1:1,303
Dentists1:1,803
Mental Health1:465
Checkup Rate73.3%
Dental Visits62.9%
Premature Death9,298/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.0/10
Exercise Access67.9%
Healthcare Facilities682
Willow Grove has a violent crime rate of 92 per 100,000 residents, 76% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,503 per 100,000, 23% below the U.S. average. The county recorded 38 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Willow Grove receives a safety grade of F.

Crime Rates: Willow Grove vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent91.8/100K
76% below US avg

Property Crime

Total Property1,503.0/100K
23% below US avg

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)38
Avg Accident Severity0.0 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Willow Grove enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. The area gets 303 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 37.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42. The city sits at an elevation of 552 feet.

Temperature

47°F Jan (8°C) 85°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average66.6°F
23% above US avg
January Average47°F (8°C)
July Average85°F (29°C)
Sunny Days303 days/yr

Geography

Elevation552 ft (168 m)
Area5.2 sq mi (13.4 km²)
Population Density452/sq mi
Coordinates31.5591°N, 97.2961°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
CountyMcLennan County County
Nearest AirportWaco Regional (ACT)
5 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 37.5"
1% below US avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (May) 4.53"
Driest Month (Jan) 1.89"

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

Ozone (O₃)0.0462 ppm
SO₂ (Sulfur Dioxide)0.41 ppb
CO (Carbon Monoxide)0.30 ppm

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively Moderate
Risk Score91.2 / 100
Social Vulnerability65.4 / 100
Community Resilience78.6 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Relatively High
Hurricane Relatively Low
Earthquake Relatively Low
Wildfire Relatively Moderate
Flood Relatively Moderate
Hail Relatively Moderate
Strong Wind Relatively Moderate
Heat Wave Relatively Moderate
Winter Weather Relatively Low
Lightning Very High
Ice Storm Relatively Moderate
Drought Relatively Low
Cold Wave Relatively High
Landslide Very Low
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

62 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.0. Most recent: M3.1 on May 1, 2024.

May 7, 2015 5 km N of Venus, Texas M4.0 104 km
Jan 7, 2015 6 km NE of Irving, Texas M3.6 148 km
Jan 6, 2015 4 km ENE of Irving, Texas M3.5 147 km
Jun 24, 2012 3 km SSE of Briaroaks, Texas M3.5 102 km
Sep 30, 2012 4 km NW of Irving, Texas M3.4 146 km
May 19, 2018 8 km NW of Venus, Texas M3.4 103 km
Jun 15, 2012 5 km SSE of Briaroaks, Texas M3.3 100 km
Apr 2, 2015 5 km NNE of Irving, Texas M3.3 148 km
May 16, 2009 5 km NNW of Grand Prairie, Texas M3.3 140 km
May 18, 2015 5 km N of Irving, Texas M3.3 149 km
Jan 18, 2012 9 km SSE of Godley, Texas M3.3 92 km
May 3, 2015 4 km N of Irving, Texas M3.2 147 km
May 1, 2024 7 km S of Mansfield, Texas M3.2 105 km
May 1, 2024 7 km SSW of Mansfield, Texas M3.1 106 km
Feb 27, 2015 4 km ENE of Irving, Texas M3.1 146 km
Sep 30, 2012 1 km W of Irving, Texas M3.1 143 km
Jan 7, 2015 4 km NE of Irving, Texas M3.1 147 km
Jul 17, 2011 2 km ESE of Venus, Texas M3.0 98 km
May 16, 2009 1 km NW of Euless, Texas M3.0 145 km
Jan 20, 2015 4 km ENE of Irving, Texas M3.0 145 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

3 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 2. Most recent: Beryl (2024, Cat 1).

Year Name Category Closest
2024 Beryl Category 1 280 km
2008 Ike Category 2 200 km
1983 Alicia Category 3 269 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tornado History

524 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF5. Total: 164 fatalities, 991 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
May 27, 1997 EF5 88 km 27
May 6, 1973 EF5 19 km 0
May 11, 1953 EF5 14 km 114
May 26, 1976 EF4 79 km 0
Mar 10, 1973 EF4 44 km 6
Mar 31, 1959 EF4 33 km 6
Apr 21, 1952 EF4 16 km 0
Apr 12, 2022 EF3 88 km 0
Apr 13, 2019 EF3 94 km 0
May 15, 2013 EF3 80 km 0
May 12, 2000 EF3 39 km 2
May 27, 1997 EF3 46 km 0
May 27, 1997 EF3 27 km 0
Apr 27, 1990 EF3 76 km 0
Mar 14, 1990 EF3 58 km 0
May 17, 1989 EF3 93 km 1
May 9, 1981 EF3 53 km 0
May 11, 1978 EF3 52 km 0
May 26, 1976 EF3 95 km 0
May 26, 1976 EF3 53 km 2
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: CRITTENBERG COMPLEX (21,391 ac, 2022).

Year Name Acres Distance
2022 CRITTENBERG COMPLEX 21,391 50 km
2022 CHALK MOUNTAIN 6,461 92 km
2011 ROBINETTE 6,039 55 km
2011 UNNAMED 5,706 52 km
2011 BIG TRICKLE RANCH FIRE 3,623 75 km
2011 C#491 3,616 56 km
2022 3 OAKS 3,294 99 km
2018 HARMAN ROAD 3,094 69 km
2009 OWL CREEK 2,376 50 km
2011 UNNAMED 2,236 55 km
2006 BROWNS CREEK RANGE 1,889 50 km
2008 LAMKIN 1,847 100 km
2011 UNNAMED 1,581 61 km
2011 CORYELL COMPLEX 1,572 78 km
2008 HWY 195 FIRE 1,523 95 km
2009 UNNAMED 1,445 48 km
2022 DRY BRANCH 1,424 95 km
1993 UNNAMED 1,317 94 km
2009 617 1,223 94 km
2005 UNNAMED 1,140 54 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 47°F (8°C) 1.9 in Coldest, Driest
February 51°F (10°C) 2.4 in
March 58°F (15°C) 2.7 in
April 66°F (19°C) 3.0 in
May 74°F (23°C) 4.5 in Wettest
June 80°F (27°C) 3.5 in
July 85°F (29°C) 1.9 in Warmest
August 84°F (29°C) 2.0 in
September 78°F (26°C) 3.4 in
October 68°F (20°C) 3.6 in
November 57°F (14°C) 2.7 in
December 49°F (9°C) 2.2 in

Willow Grove has a seasonal temperature swing of 38°F / from 47°F in January to 85°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 33.8 inches, with May being the wettest month (4.5") and January the driest (1.9").

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Willow Grove is located in McLennan County. It is classified as Metro / 250K–1M, part of a metropolitan area. 13.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 61% below the national average of 33.7%. 94.2% have completed high school. 5.2% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.1 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 64.9% of the vote, a 30.9-point margin. 93.3% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 1 EV charging stations. There are 9 public libraries serving the community. 682 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 84.5% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 64.9%
D 34%

Winner: Republican by 30.9 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)38
Avg Accident Severity0.0 / 4.0
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+13.1%
61% below US avg
High School+94.2%
Graduate Degree+5.2%
School Test Score5.11
C Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 2Metro / 250K–1M
Population Density452/sq mi
Total Area5.2 sq mi
CountyMcLennan County County

Services

Broadband Access93.3%
Avg Download Speed205.1 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed41.9 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries9
Healthcare Facilities682
Restaurants607
Retail Stores879

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.8 min
Drive Alone84.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home13.9%
Average costs for common services in Willow Grove. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care) $243 ($146–$388)
Specialist Visit $340 ($194–$534)
Urgent Care Visit $194 ($97–$340)
Emergency Room Visit $2,136 ($777–$4,855)
Dental Cleaning $126 ($73–$194)
Dental Filling $243 ($146–$388)
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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional) $44 ($24–$73)
Oil Change (Synthetic) $73 ($49–$117)
Brake Pad Replacement $291 ($146–$486)
Tire Rotation $39 ($19–$73)
New Tires (Set of 4) $583 ($388–$971)
Battery Replacement $194 ($97–$340)
View all 18 services

Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour) $97 ($58–$146)
Electrician (Per Hour) $87 ($49–$136)
HVAC Repair $388 ($146–$777)
HVAC System Install $6,797 ($3,884–$11,652)
Roof Repair $971 ($388–$1,942)
Roof Replacement $8,739 ($5,341–$14,565)
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Legal

Divorce (Uncontested) $1,457 ($486–$3,399)
Divorce (Contested) $14,565 ($4,855–$29,130)
DUI Defense $4,855 ($1,942–$9,710)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) $1,457 ($777–$2,913)
Will Preparation $486 ($194–$971)
Trust Preparation $2,428 ($971–$4,855)
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Personal Care

Men's Haircut $24 ($15–$44)
Women's Haircut $53 ($29–$97)
Hair Coloring (Full) $146 ($73–$243)
Manicure $24 ($15–$44)
Pedicure $39 ($24–$63)
Massage (1 Hour) $78 ($49–$126)
View all 12 services

Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon) $3.98 ($2.91–$5.34)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen) $3.40 ($2.43–$4.86)
Loaf of Bread $3.69 ($2.43–$5.34)
Chicken Breast (per lb) $4.37 ($2.91–$6.31)
Ground Beef (per lb) $5.34 ($3.88–$7.28)
Rice (per lb) $0.97 ($0.58–$1.75)
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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly) $136 ($78–$243)
Natural Gas (Monthly) $68 ($29–$146)
Water/Sewer (Monthly) $68 ($39–$117)
Internet (Monthly) $68 ($39–$97)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) $63 ($29–$97)
Cable TV (Monthly) $83 ($49–$146)
View all 8 services

Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown) $194 ($73–$486)
Car Insurance (Annual) $1,942 ($1,165–$3,399)
Bus Pass (Monthly) $68 ($29–$126)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) $15 ($7.77–$24)
Car Registration (Annual) $97 ($29–$243)
Driver's License Renewal $29 ($15–$73)
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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly) $1,165 ($583–$2,428)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) $971 ($486–$1,942)
After-School Care (Monthly) $388 ($194–$680)
Tutoring (Per Hour) $49 ($24–$97)
SAT/ACT Prep Course $971 ($388–$2,428)
Private School (K-12, Annual) $12,138 ($4,855–$29,130)
View all 8 services

Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) $58 ($29–$97)
Dog Vaccination (Annual) $97 ($49–$194)
Dog Grooming $58 ($29–$97)
Pet Boarding (Per Night) $39 ($19–$73)
Dog Spay/Neuter $291 ($146–$486)
Cat Spay/Neuter $194 ($97–$388)
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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant$580
Toddler$550
Preschool$537
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$528
Toddler$507
Preschool$502
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in McLennan County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Manufacturing 15,864 296 $78,674 1.57
Health Care & Social Assistance 15,374 620 $62,152 0.87
Retail Trade 13,140 809 $39,307 1.07
Accommodation & Food Services 12,776 606 $22,465 1.15
Construction 8,489 598 $65,677 1.32
Administrative & Waste Services 6,389 398 $40,488 0.88
Wholesale Trade 5,784 288 $73,533 1.20
Finance & Insurance 5,251 396 $82,855 1.05
Educational Services 5,168 86 $84,628 2.04
Professional & Technical Services 4,706 533 $106,528 0.55
Transportation & Warehousing 2,957 147 $56,663 0.57
Other Services 2,740 460 $50,989 0.74
Real Estate 2,414 314 $64,055 1.27
Arts & Entertainment 1,112 74 $27,078 0.54
Information & Technology 778 78 $60,426 0.34
Utilities 460 26 $118,497 0.99
Management of Companies 419 25 $69,800 0.20
Mining & Oil/Gas 216 10 $73,254 0.47
Agriculture & Forestry 194 55 $36,695 0.20
Unclassified 48 31 $43,605 0.28

Radio Stations near Willow Grove

3 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Alex Jones - Infowars conspiracies, information MP3 64 kbps
US105 AAC+ 64 kbps
KHBR 1560 AM country AAC+ 32 kbps

Campgrounds Near Willow Grove

18 campgrounds found near Willow Grove.

NameRatingSitesPrice
LOFERS BEND DAY USE (TX) 5.0/5 1 $50
LIVE OAK RIDGE 4.6/5 47 $24–$30
LOFERS BEND EAST 4.6/5 67 $16–$105
AIRPORT PARK 4.5/5 69 $20–$200
CEDAR RIDGE (TX) 4.4/5 77 $20–$200
LOFERS BEND WEST 4.4/5 69 $16–$80
MIDWAY 4.4/5 37 $20–$52
WINKLER PARK 4.4/5 14 $20
SPEEGLEVILLE PARK 4.3/5 32 $32–$36
CEDRON CREEK 4.2/5 58 $28–$140
MCCOWN VALLEY 4.2/5 106 $16–$45
TEMPLES LAKE 4.2/5 1 $40
WESTCLIFF 4.2/5 28 $20–$30
WHITE FLINT PARK 4.2/5 23 $30–$40
REYNOLDS CREEK 4.1/5 40 $20–$75
TWIN BRIDGES GROUP SHELTER 3.6/5 1 $100
AIRPORT BEACH SHELTER 3.0/5 1 $100
BELTON LAKEVIEW PARK 2.7/5 2 $60–$120

National Parks Near Willow Grove

6 national parks and monuments found near Willow Grove.

ParkTypeFee
Cleburne State Park State Park Free
Dinosaur Valley State Park State Park Free
Fort Parker State Park State Park Free
Meridian State Park State Park Free
Mother Neff State Park State Park Free
Waco Mammoth National Monument National Monument Free

Museums in Willow Grove

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
ARMSTRONG BROWNING LIBRARY AND MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM2547103566$840,046,127
MARTIN MUSEUM OF ARTART MUSEUM2547106390$840,046,127
MAYBORN MUSEUM COMPLEXGENERAL MUSEUM2547101110$840,046,127
STRECKER MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM2547101110$840,046,127
STRECKER MUSEUM- YOUTH CULTURAL CENTERGENERAL MUSEUM2547101110$840,046,127
STRECKER MUSEUM-GOVERNOR BILL AND VARA DANIEL HISTORIC VILLAGEHISTORY MUSEUM2547101110$840,046,127
UNIVERSITY ART GALLERYART MUSEUM2547101110$840,046,127
CAMERON PARK ZOOZOO, AQUARIUM, OR WILDLIFE CONSERVATION1701 NORTH 4TH STREET2547508400$777,313
DR PEPPER MUSEUM AND FREE ENTERPRISE INSTITUTEGENERAL MUSEUM2547571025$611,690
TEXAS MUSEUMS & HALLS OF FAMEGENERAL MUSEUM$511,617
EAST TERRACE MUSEUMHISTORIC PRESERVATION2547535166$338,807
HISTORIC WACO FOUNDATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION2547535166$338,807
BOSQUE COUNTY COLLECTIONHISTORY MUSEUM2544356182$178,377
TEXAS REDMEN FOUNDATIONHISTORY MUSEUM2547561221$147,967
TEXAS BRAZOS TRAILBLAZERSHISTORIC PRESERVATION$89,963
WACO CREATIVE ART CENTERART MUSEUM2547524371$84,990
TEXAS TENNIS MUSEUM & HALL OF FAMEGENERAL MUSEUM2547561633$74,270
JENS RINGNESS HOUSEHISTORIC PRESERVATION7621 FARM TO MARKET ROAD 2192545972478$4,183
MUSEUM OF AFRICAN AMERICAN HISTORY AND CULTUREHISTORY MUSEUM2547728226$750
ANTIQUIBLES DOG MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM94300 I-35 N2548290120
B-66 DESTROYER ASSOCIATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION
BAYLOR LIBRARY SERIALSGENERAL MUSEUM
BOSQUE COUNTY GENEALOGICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
CARLEEN BRIGHT ARBORETUMARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER1 PAVILION WAY2543999204
CRAWFORD HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
CSC F GALLERYART MUSEUM2542998622
EARLE-NAPIER-KINNARD HOUSE MUSEUMHISTORIC PRESERVATION2547560057
FORT HOUSE MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM2547564161
G.H. PAPE FOUNDATIONGENERAL MUSEUM8177532032
HISTORY OF WEST MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM
LTC ART GALLERYART MUSEUM2542998622
MCCULLOCH HOUSE MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM2547562828
PAC ART GALLERYART MUSEUM2542998622
PRAIRIE CHAPEL SCHOOL-COMMUNITY BUILDINGGENERAL MUSEUM8720 PRAIRIE CHAPEL ROAD2544862266
SCRIPTORIUM BIBLICAL HERITAGE MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM
SPRADLEY TELEPHONE MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM2548403482
TEXAS HISTORIC AVIATION MUSEUMHISTORIC PRESERVATION2547543640
TEXAS MARTIAL ARTS HALL FAMART MUSEUM2546623229
TEXAS RANGER HALL OF FAME AND MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM2547508631
WACO HISPANIC MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM
WACO HISTORY PROJECTHISTORIC PRESERVATION
YORK RITE LIBRARY AND MUSEUM OF TEXASGENERAL MUSEUM2547530998

Libraries in Willow Grove

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
WACO-MCLENNAN COUNTY LIBRARY1717 AUSTIN AVE0.0467,185
HEWITT PUBLIC LIBRARY100 ZUNI DR0.0274,896
WEST PUBLIC LIBRARY209 TOKIO RD0.015,478
VALLEY MILLS PUBLIC LIBRARY405 5TH ST0.08,951
MCGINLEY MEMORIAL PUBLIC LIBRARY317 S MAIN ST0.06,003
MOODY COMMUNITY LIBRARY108 5TH ST0.04,055

Farmers Markets in Willow Grove

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
jackie moreno city Waco1015 Hogan Lane appt. 6
Waco Downtown Farmers Market500 Washington Avenue01/01/2018 to 12/31/2018Sat: 9:00 AM-1:00 PM;YesVisit

Restaurants in Willow Grove

1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Helberg Barbecue

Gas Stations in Willow Grove

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Chevron
Mobil

Breweries in Willow Grove

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Bare Arms BrewingBreweries, Food & Drink2515 La Salle Ave2547598480
Bj's Restaurant BrewhouseRestaurant, American Restaurant, Pizza Place, and Brewery5929 W Waco Dr2547760200, (254) 776-0200Visit
Cadbury SchweppesBeverage Manufacturers, Breweries100 Aviation Pkwy2544120143

Cell Towers in Willow Grove

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
782 FARM MARKET 708 (96351)GTOWER152
782 FARM MARKET 708 (96351)GTOWER152
3800' NE FROM I/S OF STATE ROUTES 1858 & 3149 (west site)TOWER125
2200' NE FROM I/S OF EAST 3RD STREET & GARFIELD AVE. (McGregor Site)TOWER98
3112 CHISOLM TRAIL (7982)LTOWER97
3112 CHISOLM TRAIL (7982)LTOWER97
HIGHWAY 84 AND COUNTY ROAD 454 (7962)GTOWER90
HIGHWAY 84 AND COUNTY ROAD 454 (7962)GTOWER90
14,700' NW FROM I/S OF STATE ROUTES 317 & 185 (Crawford site)TOWER84
104 WEST AVENUE H (76573)LTOWER82
104 WEST AVENUE H (76573)LTOWER82
One block W of the Intsec. of 1st STOWER82
15125 FARM MARKET 107 (76041)LTOWER56
15125 FARM MARKET 107 (76041)LTOWER56
402 WEST MOONLIGHT DRIVEMTOWER52
402 WEST MOONLIGHT DRIVEMTOWER52
356 Spring Lake Rd (Waco North site)TOWER50

Bridges in Willow Grove

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
CulvertConcrete19632217,007F
CulvertConcrete19633217,007F
CulvertConcrete19635617,007F
CulvertConcrete19322310,644F
CulvertConcrete19322710,644G
Stringer/Multi-beamConcrete196621210,350G
Tee BeamConcrete193315310,346F
CulvertConcrete19324410,310F
CulvertConcrete1957334,205G
SlabConcrete19571754,205F
CulvertConcrete1957444,205G
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete20042544,042G
Stringer/Multi-beamConcrete19646612,879F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete20222021,603G
Stringer/Multi-beamConcrete2001801,357G
OtherPrestressed concrete1970301,089F
OtherPrestressed concrete1970301,089F
CulvertConcrete197633906G
CulvertConcrete197631906G
Stringer/Multi-beamWood or Timber194030638F
Stringer/Multi-beamConcrete1960120565F
OtherAluminum/Wrought Iron/Cast Iron198828490F
CulvertConcrete200934204G
Stringer/Multi-beamConcrete1964189190F
CulvertConcrete193228172F
OtherPrestressed concrete198851160F
OtherPrestressed concrete196890151F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete202295119G
Box Beam (Single/Spread)Prestressed concrete2013254117G
OtherPrestressed concrete197230100P
Stringer/Multi-beamWood or Timber19502865F

Amtrak Stations in Willow Grove

2 Amtrak stations.

StationAddressType
McGregor, TX1 Amtrak BoulevardTRAIN
Waco, TX301 South 8th StreetBUS

Airports Near Willow Grove

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Draughon Miller Central Texas Regional AirportTPLMedium Airport
Killeen Regional Airport / Robert Gray Army AirfieldGRKMedium Airport
Waco Regional AirportACTMedium Airport
Bar 16 AirportSmall Airport
Barnstormer AirportSmall Airport
Bee Creek AirportSmall Airport
Berry AirportSmall Airport
Birdnest AirportSmall Airport
Boyd AirportSmall Airport
Bratton AirportSmall Airport
Bryant's Landing AirportSmall Airport
Buckshot Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Buttermilk Air StripSmall Airport
Cade FieldSmall Airport
Cameron Municipal AirparkSmall Airport
Charping AirportSmall Airport
Circle A Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Circle Eight Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Circle P Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Clifton Municipal Isenhower FieldSmall Airport
Cold Springs UAV AirstripSmall Airport
Corpora AirportSmall Airport
Cougar Landing AirportSmall Airport
Cow Pasture AirportSmall Airport
Coyote Crossing AirportSmall Airport
Cross Wind Acres AirportSmall Airport
D Bar K AirportSmall Airport
Devil's Finger AirportSmall Airport
Draggintail Acres AirportSmall Airport
Fainting Goat AirportSmall Airport
Fill or Kill AirportSmall Airport
Fisher Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Flanders FieldSmall Airport
Flat Top Ranch AirportSmall Airport
FLF GliderportSmall Airport
Flying 5B Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Flying B Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Flying Fajita AirportSmall Airport
Flying G Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Flying M Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Flying ND Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Flying O AirportSmall Airport
Fort Hood Landing Strip 12 HammerSmall Airport
Fort Hood Landing Strip 22Small Airport
Fort Hood Landing Strip 50Small Airport
Fort Hood Stampede Creek AirstripSmall Airport
Fort Parker Flying FieldSmall Airport
Gatesville Municipal AirportSmall Airport
George P Shanks AirportSmall Airport
Gerik Ag AirportSmall Airport

Police Stations in Willow Grove

8 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Crawford Police Department6719 Avenue G
Lacy Lakeview Police Department503 East Craven Avenue
McClennan County Sheriff's Substation307 South Madison Avenue
McGregor Law Enforcement Center101 South Main Street
Robinson Police Department111 West Lyndale Avenue
Valley Mills Police Department101 Avenue E
Waco Police Department3115 Pine Avenue
Waco Police Department721 North 4th Street

Grocery Stores in Willow Grove

3 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
7-Eleven 40558Convenience Store8256 N State Highway 6
CEFCO 83Convenience Store8306 N. Hwy 6
Dollar General 14806Other5229 N Hwy 6

Treatment Centers in Willow Grove

5 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Central Texas VA Healthcare System - Waco VA Medical CenterBoth254-752-6581
Depaul CenterBoth254-776-5970
MedMark Treatment Centers - WacoSubstance Abuse254-755-6411
Waco Center for YouthMental Health254-756-2171
Waco Family MedicineMental Health254-313-4504

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Frequently Asked Questions About Willow Grove

What is the population of Willow Grove?

Willow Grove has a population of 2,333 residents and is located in Texas. The population density is 452 people per square mile, spread across 5.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 40.6 years. The population is 54.2% female and 45.8% male.

Is Willow Grove expensive to live in?

Willow Grove has a cost of living roughly in line with the national average, with an index of 97.1 (baseline: 100). The median household income is $86,250, 15% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $240,900 (15% below the U.S. median). The home price-to-income ratio is 2.8x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Willow Grove safe?

Willow Grove is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 92 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,503 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Willow Grove receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Willow Grove?

Willow Grove enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 47°F in January, while summers reach an average of 85°F in July. The area receives 303 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 37.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 42.

How is the job market in Willow Grove?

The job market in Willow Grove is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.8% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,161. There are 6,039 business establishments in the area, including 607 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 21 minutes, and 13.9% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Willow Grove?

The median home value in Willow Grove is $240,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $364,455. The homeownership rate is 87.3%. The average annual property tax is $8,892.

How are the schools in Willow Grove?

Schools in Willow Grove score 5.1 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 13.1% of adults in Willow Grove hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.2% have completed high school. 5.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Willow Grove?

The obesity rate in Willow Grove is 31.2% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 10.8% of adults are smokers. 20.3% are physically inactive. 23.7% of residents report depression. 11.6% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 67.9% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,303.

What is transportation like in Willow Grove?

The average commute in Willow Grove is 21 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 84.5% of workers drive alone to work, and 13.9% work from home.

What are the demographics of Willow Grove?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Willow Grove is 77.9% White, 1.7% Hispanic or Latino. 91.2% of residents speak only English at home, while 8.8% speak Spanish. 8.6% of the population are military veterans. 15.3% of residents have a disability. 82.8% have health insurance coverage.

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