Waco ZIP Code List — Mclennan County, TX

There are 16 unique ZIP codes in Waco, Texas. Area code: 254.

ZIP codes

262.21

sq mi land

11.95

sq mi water

254

area code

Waco, TX ZIP code map

About Waco, TX

Waco, Texas, is a vibrant city located in the heart of Central Texas. Renowned for its rich cultural heritage, Waco is a blend of tradition and modernity, attracting visitors and residents alike. The city is famous for its unique attractions, such as the Magnolia Market at the Silos and the Texas Ranger Hall of Fame.

Location & geography

Waco is situated along the Brazos River, offering a picturesque setting for its residents and visitors. It is approximately 90 miles south of Dallas and roughly 100 miles north of Austin, making it a central hub in the region. The city covers a land area of 386.23 square miles and includes 16.83 square miles of water, offering diverse terrain and natural beauty.

Community & economy

The character of Waco is defined by its strong sense of community and welcoming atmosphere. The local economy is supported by various industries, including education, healthcare, and manufacturing, contributing to a balanced daily life for its residents. Waco's various parks, annual events, and cultural institutions foster a lively community spirit.

Transportation

Waco is well-connected by several major highways, including Interstate 35, which runs through the city and provides easy access to nearby regions. The Waco Regional Airport serves as the nearest airport, offering flights to several destinations for both business and leisure travelers. Public transportation options are available but may be limited compared to larger metropolitan areas.

History

Waco was founded in the 19th century and has a storied history influenced by its location along the Brazos River. The city's early industries centered around cotton production and cattle ranching, establishing it as a commercial center in the region. Notable events include the establishment of Baylor University, which has played a significant role in the city's development and educational landscape.

Did you know?

An interesting fact about Waco is that it has one of the largest suspension bridges in the United States, the Waco Suspension Bridge, completed in 1870. In addition, the city is home to the famous Dr Pepper Museum, celebrating the local origins of this iconic soft drink.

ZIP codes for Waco, TX (16)

ZIP code	City	County	Map
76701	Waco	Mclennan	View map
76702	Waco	Mclennan	View map
76703	Waco	Mclennan	View map
76704	Waco	Mclennan	View map
76705	Waco	Mclennan	View map
76706	Waco	Mclennan	View map
76707	Waco	Mclennan	View map
76708	Waco	Mclennan	View map
76710	Waco	Mclennan	View map
76711	Waco	Mclennan	View map
76714	Waco	Mclennan	View map
76715	Waco	Mclennan	View map
76716	Waco	Mclennan	View map
76797	Waco	Mclennan	View map
76798	Waco	Mclennan	View map
76799	Waco	Mclennan	View map

Demographics & statistics

160,888

Population

31.4

Median age

$45,927

Median household income

$24,775

Per capita income

$121,711

Median home value

$904

Median monthly rent

40.9%

Home ownership

24.5%

Poverty rate

4.9%

Unemployment

37,922

Housing units

29.3%

Bachelor's or higher

Age distribution

Male Female

5,197

Under 5

5,598

4,567

5–9

4,920

5,270

10–14

5,676

7,657

15–19

8,248

10,410

20–24

11,213

10,563

25–34

11,379

8,533

35–44

9,192

7,639

45–54

8,229

3,991

55–59

4,299

3,796

60–64

4,089

5,829

65–74

6,279

2,636

75–84

2,839

1,367

85+

1,472

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Female →

Age summary

Group	Count	%
Under 18	37,401	20.7%
18 and over	123,487	79.3%
65 and over	20,422	11.1%
Median age	31.4 years

Race & ethnicity

White 50.5%

Black or African American 17.1%

Hispanic or Latino 14.2%

Two or more races 13.2%

Other race 3.1%

Asian 1.4%

American Indian / Alaska Native 0.5%

Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander 0.1%

Group	Count	%
White	94,626	50.5%
Black or African American	32,100	17.1%
Hispanic or Latino	26,593	14.2%
Two or more races	24,667	13.2%
Other race	5,821	3.1%
Asian	2,616	1.4%
American Indian / Alaska Native	942	0.5%
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander	116	0.1%

Household income

Under $10k 10.3%

$10k–$15k 6.5%

$15k–$25k 10.8%

$25k–$35k 10.0%

$35k–$50k 12.9%

$50k–$75k 14.2%

$75k–$100k 9.1%

$100k–$150k 9.0%

$150k–$200k 2.8%

$200k+ 3.2%

Range	% of households
Under $10k	10.3%
$10k–$15k	6.5%
$15k–$25k	10.8%
$25k–$35k	10.0%
$35k–$50k	12.9%
$50k–$75k	14.2%
$75k–$100k	9.1%
$100k–$150k	9.0%
$150k–$200k	2.8%
$200k+	3.2%
Median income	$45,927

Housing

Home values

Under $50k 8.3%

$50k–$100k 25.2%

$100k–$150k 15.7%

$150k–$200k 14.6%

$200k–$300k 13.7%

$300k–$500k 6.5%

$500k–$1M 3.5%

$1M+ 1.5%

Housing overview

Metric	Value
Median home value	$121,711
Median rent / month	$904
Owner occupied	40.9%
Renter occupied	48.0%
Vacant	11.8%
Single-family detached	52.1%
Large apartment buildings	11.2%
Mobile homes	2.4%
Median rooms	4.4
Avg household size (owned)	2.39

Year built

Era	%
2020 or later	0.5%
2010–2019	10.7%
2000–2009	9.1%
1990–1999	4.9%
1980–1989	9.4%
1970–1979	12.1%
1960–1969	12.6%
1950–1959	15.5%
1940–1949	6.3%
1939 or earlier	7.8%

Bedrooms

Size	% of units
No bedroom (studio)	2.0%
1 bedroom	13.3%
2 bedrooms	28.1%
3 bedrooms	34.3%
4 bedrooms	10.2%
5+ bedrooms	0.9%

Vehicles per household

Vehicles	% of households
No vehicle	7.3%
1 vehicle	37.8%
2 vehicles	27.5%
3 or more	16.2%

Heating fuel

Fuel type	%
Utility gas	31.9%
Electricity	54.9%
Propane / LP gas	1.4%
Wood	0.1%
No fuel used	0.4%

Households & families

Household type	Count	%
Married-couple family	21,874	29.4%
Cohabiting couple	3,987	6.3%
Male householder, no spouse	12,398	18.6%
Female householder, no spouse	20,780	34.6%
Households with children under 18	18,139	26.6%
Households with seniors (65+)	15,008	20.7%
Average household size	2.21

Marital status

Status	Male	Female
Never married	52.4%	47.8%
Married	33.5%	30.1%
Separated	1.9%	2.6%
Widowed	2.4%	7.3%
Divorced	9.7%	12.1%

Education

Less than 9th grade 6.8%

Some HS, no diploma 9.3%

HS graduate 27.4%

Some college, no degree 19.1%

Associate's degree 8.1%

Bachelor's degree 21.6%

Graduate / professional 7.7%

Metric	%
HS diploma or higher	83.9%
Bachelor's or higher	29.3%

School enrollment (ages 3–17)

Type	Count	%
Nursery / preschool	2,898	5.9%
Kindergarten	1,739	3.3%
Elementary school	16,509	33.2%
High school	8,641	17.2%
College / grad school	22,990	40.4%

Employment

Industry of employment

Education & healthcare 27.3%

Arts, food & hospitality 13.6%

Retail trade 13.1%

Manufacturing 10.8%

Construction 7.2%

Professional & management 6.5%

Other services 5.0%

Finance & real estate 4.7%

Transportation & utilities 4.7%

Public administration 2.7%

Agriculture & mining 1.5%

Wholesale trade 1.5%

Information 1.4%

Occupation

Category	%
Management, business & arts	28.7%
Service	21.7%
Sales & office	24.3%
Natural resources & construction	9.8%
Production & transportation	15.6%

Employment type

Type	%
Private sector	82.7%
Government	11.4%
Self-employed	5.7%
Unpaid family workers	0.3%

Commute

Method	%
Drive alone	72.8%
Carpool	9.9%
Public transit	0.5%
Walk	6.7%
Other means	1.1%
Avg commute (minutes)	17.2

Poverty

All people 24.5%

Under 18 years 31.2%

18 and over 21.7%

Married-couple families 10.6%

Female-led households 37.9%

Income support

Source	% of households
Social Security	22.8%
Retirement income	13.1%
Supplemental Security	6.4%
Cash public assistance	3.0%
Food stamps / SNAP	17.4%

Health indicators

Condition	%
High blood pressure	33.3%
High cholesterol	29.5%
Heart disease	6.1%
Stroke	3.5%
Asthma	11.3%
Arthritis	20.7%
Kidney disease	3.2%
Pulmonary disease	7.5%
Cancer	4.4%

Behavior / access	%
Binge drinking	17.8%
No physical activity	31.2%
Less than 7 hrs sleep	38.6%
Fair or poor health	22.8%
Poor mental health	19.5%
Poor physical health	13.4%
No health insurance	32.9%
Visited doctor (checkup)	71.1%
Visited dentist	43.6%
Cholesterol screening	81.6%
Teeth loss	20.3%

Veterans & disability

Veterans	Count	%
Civilian veterans	8,023	5.5%

Disability	%
Any disability	13.2%
Under 18	5.4%
18–64 years	11.5%
65 and over	37.6%

Health insurance coverage

Type	%
Private insurance	57.3%
Public insurance	32.3%
Uninsured under 19	10.6%

Language & origin

Language spoken at home (age 5+)

Language	Count	%
English only	150,093	94.3%
Spanish	21,178	14.3%
Other Indo-European	19,869	13.3%
Asian & Pacific Islander	324	0.2%
Other languages	707	0.7%

Place of birth & citizenship

Origin	Count	%
Native born (US)	143,331	89.1%
Born in same state	141,477	88.0%
Born in different state	111,474	67.2%
Foreign born	1,854	1.1%
Naturalized citizen	17,557	10.9%
Not a US citizen	3,679	21.2%

Ancestry

Ancestry	Count	%
Italian	11,461	7.1%
French	10,074	6.3%
Arab	4,621	2.9%
English	966	0.6%
Polish	794	0.5%

Ancestry	Count	%
German	315	0.2%
Dutch	293	0.2%
Irish	108	0.1%
Norwegian	42	0%

Technology access

Metric	% of households
Computer access	34.9%
Internet access	81.1%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2025 estimates.

Frequently asked questions

What ZIP codes does Waco, TX have?

Waco, TX has 11 ZIP codes: 76701, 76704, 76705, 76706, 76707, 76708, 76710, 76711, 76797, 76798, 76799. Each ZIP code serves a distinct delivery area within the city and surrounding region.

What is the main ZIP code for Waco, TX?

The primary ZIP code for Waco, TX is 76701. The city uses area code 254 for phone service.

What county is Waco, TX in?

Waco is located in Mclennan County, Texas.

How many ZIP codes are in Waco, TX?

Waco, TX has 11 ZIP codes.

What ZIP code is Baylor University's main campus located in Waco?

Baylor University's main campus is located in ZIP code 76798, which covers the central campus area along the Brazos River in Waco.

Which ZIP codes serve downtown Waco and the historic Brazos River district?

Downtown Waco and the Brazos River district are primarily served by ZIP codes 76701 and 76702, with 76701 being the central downtown core.