Waco, Texas, home of Dr. Pepper and the Western White House
Although President George W. Bush’s ranch is a few mile out of Waco, the city has become the official gathering spot for reporters and supporting staff when the president travels here. The city is also known for another national icon, Dr. Pepper soft drink which was created here in 1885. Anyone interested in buying residential or commercial real estate in Waco will find diverse neighborhoods, excellent schools and a healthy economy in addition to cultural and artistic venues to make Waco a surprising gem in the broad expanse of Texas.
Waco is also known as
Bellmead,
Beverly Hills,
Lacy Lakeview,
Robinson,
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Waco Fast Facts
- Population: 117,636
- Median Household Income: $28,691
- Median Home Value: $76,400
- Data provided by Yahoo! Real Estate, Neighborhood Profiles, November 2007
- Waco is in the Central Standard Time Zone and observes Daylight Saving Time.
Travel and Transportation
The average commute time for Houston workers is 18 minutes. Waco has access to many transportation options including local bus travel, Greyhound Bus Lines and Amtrak. Air travel is accessible via Killeen Municipal Airport and Waco Regional Airport.
Waco Employment
Major employers in the Waco area include Waco School District, Veterans Administration Medical Center, Baylor University, L-3 Communications Integrated Systems, Hillcrest Health System, Providence Health Center, City of Waco, Midway School District, McLennan County, Masterfoods USA, Cargill Foods, Inc., Texas State Technical College, Pilgrim’s Pride, Time Warner Cable, McLennan Community College, Trane Company, Allergan and Wal-Mart.
Waco School Districts
The students of Waco are served by 78 public schools and 12 private schools. There are also eight colleges and universities in the Waco area.
Waco Attractions
- Texas Ranger Hall of Fame and Museum
- The Dr. Pepper Museum & Free Enterprise Institute
- Texas Sports Hall of Fame
- Cameron Park Zoo
- Red Men Museum
- Scottish Rite Museum
- Suspension Bridge
- TCV Winery
- Bear Habitat
- Carleen Bright Arboretum
- Martin Museum of Art
- Waco Water Park
Waco Parks and Recreation
- Texas Ranger Hall of Fame and Museum
- The Dr. Pepper Museum & Free Enterprise Institute
- Texas Sports Hall of Fame
- Cameron Park Zoo
- Red Men Museum
- Scottish Rite Museum
- Suspension Bridge
- TCV Winery
- Bear Habitat
- Carleen Bright Arboretum
- Martin Museum of Art
- Waco Water Park