The population of young professionals aged 25-44 grew by nearly 70,000 people over the last 10 years in the Rural Capital Area, reaching a total of 280,000.  Within the region, Williamson County is home to the majority of young professionals (165,000 people), followed by Hays (60,000) and Bastrop (20,000).  Hays County saw the fastest increase, growing by 59% over the last 10 years.

 

Compared to other age groups, young professionals are growing at an average pace, with older generations growing faster and younger generations growing slower over the last 10 years:

 

0-14 years: 28% growth

15-24: 31% growth

25-44: 33% growth

45-64: 42% growth

65+: 71% growth

 

Compared to the US at large, the 25 to 44-year-olds are growing four times faster than the US average for this age group (4.2% in 2017 versus 1% for the US).

For more information on Population by Age in the Rural Capital Area, visit:  https://www.ruralcapitalheadlight.com/headlight/popagedistus