Demographics & Stats

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