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Waco Metro Area

TX · 32 cities · 235,101 population

235,101 Total Population
32 Cities & Towns
$63,975 Avg Income
$166,097 Avg Home Value
$1,036 Avg Rent
18.9% Bachelor's+

Largest Cities in Waco Metro

Waco, TX

Pop 141,925
Income $51,468
Home $199,600

Hewitt, TX

Pop 16,244
Income $83,798
Home $252,200

Robinson, TX

Pop 12,668
Income $95,579
Home $269,000

Bellmead, TX

Pop 10,550
Income $54,048
Home $117,600

Woodway, TX

Pop 9,483
Income $115,729
Home $336,100

Lacy-Lakeview, TX

Pop 7,247
Income $51,301
Home $154,300

McGregor, TX

Pop 5,608
Income $60,889
Home $146,000

Marlin, TX

Pop 5,500
Income $38,000
Home $49,800

Clifton, TX

Pop 3,489
Income $63,696
Home $147,500

Willow Grove, TX

Pop 2,333
Income $86,250
Home $240,900

Beverly Hills, TX

Pop 1,631
Income $50,515
Home $116,500

Meridian, TX

Pop 1,546
Income $61,607
Home $112,100

The Waco metropolitan area is the 178th largest metro area in the United States, with a total population of 235,101 spread across 32 cities and towns in TX. Anchored by Waco, this metro area is a significant economic and cultural hub that draws residents and businesses from across the region.

Residents of the Waco metro area earn an average household income of $63,975, while the average home value sits at $166,097. Renters in the area pay an average of $1,036 per month, making the cost of living relatively affordable compared to the national average. About 18.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher, reflecting the area's growing workforce.

The Waco metro reports an average violent crime rate of 433.7 per 1,000 residents, which is above the national average. Property crime averages 2,708.4 per 1,000 residents across the metro. The area experiences an average annual temperature of 66.0°F, offering a warm climate year-round. The average poverty rate across cities in this metro is 10.0%, which is near the national average.

With 32 distinct communities ranging from major urban centers to smaller suburban towns, the Waco metro area offers a wide variety of living options. From bustling city neighborhoods to quiet suburban communities, the metro provides options for families, young professionals, and retirees alike. Explore the full list of cities below to find detailed data on population, income, housing costs, and more.

Metro Area Overview

Climate

Avg Annual Temperature66.0°F
Avg January Temp46.7°F
Avg July Temp84.1°F
Avg Annual Precipitation38.0"

Safety

Avg Violent Crime Rate433.7 per 1K
Avg Property Crime Rate2708.4 per 1K

Economy

Avg Unemployment Rate2.8%
Avg Poverty Rate10.0%
Avg Median Age39.6

All 32 Cities in Waco Metro Area

1 Waco TX 141,925
2 Hewitt TX 16,244
3 Robinson TX 12,668
4 Bellmead TX 10,550
5 Woodway TX 9,483
6 Lacy-Lakeview TX 7,247
7 McGregor TX 5,608
8 Marlin TX 5,500
9 Clifton TX 3,489
10 Willow Grove TX 2,333
11 Beverly Hills TX 1,631
12 Meridian TX 1,546
13 Bruceville-Eddy TX 1,529
14 Laguna Park TX 1,506
15 Lorena TX 1,506
16 China Spring TX 1,420
17 Riesel TX 1,337
18 Moody TX 1,258
19 Valley Mills TX 1,183
20 Gholson TX 1,131
21 Rosebud TX 1,077
22 Crawford TX 890
23 Chilton TX 804
24 Golinda TX 771
25 Lott TX 620
26 Leroy TX 406
27 Iredell TX 398
28 Hallsburg TX 389
29 Cranfills Gap TX 303
30 Ross TX 192
31 Mosheim TX 103
32 Burlington TX 54