The Texas Innovation Corridor is one of the fastest growing in the country. In the most recent census data, the U.S. Census Bureau ranks Hays County as the fastest-growing county in Texas and as the fastest growing county in the nation among counties with 100,000+ residents. In addition, San Marcos, Texas was the fastest growing city (50,000+) in the country for three consecutive years (2013-2015).
Regional Demographic & Statistical Highlights
Stat |
Hays County |
Caldwell County |
Texas Innovation Corridor |
|---|---|---|---|
Population |
293,047 |
51,494 |
5,145,576 |
Median Age |
33.2 |
37.8 |
35.5 |
Jobs |
107,745 |
12,333 |
2,649,973 |
Labor Force |
149,423 |
22,851 |
2,785,259 |
Average Annual Wage for Jobs in Location |
$62,367 |
$59,074 |
$85,641 |
Median Household Income for Residents |
$80,000 |
$66,800 |
$82,500 |
Educational Attainment, Age 25+ |
92.7% high school or higher, 53% associate's or higher |
82% high school or higher, 21% associate's or higher |
83% high school or higher, 36% associate's or higher |