McLennan County, Texas

About

McLennan County is a county located in the U.S. state of Texas. As of the 2010 census, the population was 234,906 and a population density of 86 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 county had an estimated population of 259,730 inhabitants. Its county seat is Waco. The county was created 174 years ago in 1849.

McLennan County is located in central Texas along the Brazos River. It was established in 1850 and named for Neil McLennan, an early settler and Ranger captain.

The city of Waco became the county seat in 1849. Waco began as a frontier fort and trading post, eventually growing into a commercial hub in central Texas.

Key Facts About McLennan County Today

Population: As of 2021, over 260,000 people live in McLennan County. The Waco metro area has about 277,000 residents.

Major Industries: Key industries today include education, manufacturing, healthcare, aerospace, and retail. Major employers are Baylor University, L3Harris, Walmart, and Providence Health Center.

Attractions: Top attractions are the Waco Suspension Bridge, Cameron Park Zoo, Texas Ranger Hall of Fame, and Dr Pepper Museum.

Things to See and Do in McLennan County

Some top attractions and activities in McLennan County include:

• Visiting the massive Cameron Park Zoo in Waco
• Touring the Texas Ranger Hall of Fame and Museum
• Walking across the historic 1869 Waco Suspension Bridge
• Trying the sodas at the Dr Pepper Museum in Waco
• Exploring the shops, restaurants, and music venues in downtown Waco

Home to Baylor University and a burgeoning tourism scene, McLennan County offers a mix of Texas history, culture, and outdoor fun in central Texas.

Quick Facts about McLennan County

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Geography

McLennan County is located at 31°33'9"N 97°12'6"W (31.5523800, -97.2017900). It has 5 neighbors: Bell County, Bosque County, Coryell County, Falls County and Limestone County.

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The largest city of McLennan County is Waco with a population of 141,377. Other cities include, Hewitt population 15,113, Robinson population 12,091, Bellmead population 10,835 and Woodway population 9,077. See all McLennan County cities & populated places.

McLennan County Populated Places (more)

Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in McLennan County.

People born in McLennan County, including actor Amick Byram, First licensed female physician in Waco, Texas Hallie Earle, politician Jim Dunnam, .

List

• Jim Kendrick (NFL football player (1893-1941)) he was born in 22/08/1893
• Elle LaMont (American actress) she was born in 01/09/1981
• Marvin "Red" Burton (Texas Ranger) he was born in 10/08/1885