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Bosque County, TX market data
How Bosque County compares with other counties for 56 business types: competitors, household spending, official counts and growth.
- Population, 2025
- 18,918
- +3.6% since 2020
- Households
- 7,496
- Median household income
- $68,914
- +32.2% vs. 2015–2019, before inflation
- Median home value
- $200,900
- Jobs located here
- 3,655
- Highest market score
- 78
- Insurance agencies, #282 of 2,272 scored counties
A site report maps the competitors on map listings around any address in Bosque County by name and distance, and the households and spending within reach. Or open the report at the center of Bosque County. Signed out, you see a blurred preview; on an account, each report is one action.
Free10 actions over 3 days, no cardSurvey estimates 2020–2024 · population estimates 2025 · official business counts 2023 · map listings September 2026 · Data credits · How we measure
What this means
Bosque County has an estimated 18,918 people and 7,496 households. Population estimates put the population change in Bosque County from 2020 to 2025 at +3.6%, faster than the U.S. (+3.1%). Median household income in Bosque County is $68,914, 15% below the U.S. median of $80,734. Against the 2015–2019 survey, the median rose 32.2%, before inflation.
Relative to the U.S., household spending in Bosque County runs highest on vehicle insurance (an index of 140, where 100 is the U.S. average) and lowest on memberships, classes and admissions (66).
Of the business types scored in Bosque County, insurance agencies (78); medical and dental practices (77); and clothing, shoe and laundry businesses (76) have the highest Groundwork market scores. For insurance agencies, that ranks #282 of 2,272 scored counties.
Bosque County is part of the Waco metro area. Against the U.S., map listings per household run highest for gas stations (3.3 times the U.S. rate) and lowest for medical and dental practices (70% below the U.S. rate).
All 56 business types in Bosque County
Highest Groundwork market score first. Each score compares Bosque County with other counties for that business type, from 0 to 100. Spending per listing divides a whole spending line (all vehicle repairs, all eating out) by one type’s listings: the demand for each competitor, not a business’s revenue. Compare it across markets with its index, where 100 is the U.S. figure for the same type; the real estate types, whose line is all housing costs, show the index only. How the score works.
| Business type | Score | Rank among counties | Listings | Per 10k households | Spending per listing | Spending per listing vs. U.S. (100) | Official establishments |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Insurance agencies | 78 | #282 of 2,272 | 11 | 14.7 | $1.9M | 148 | 4 |
| Doctors, dentists and clinics | 77 | #146 of 2,394 | 19 | 25.3 | $417K | 274 | 4 |
| Clothing, shoes and laundry | 76 | #202 of 2,210 | 5 | 6.7 | $2.7M | 302 | Under 3 |
| Pizza | 70 | #318 of 2,090 | 5 | 6.7 | $5.3M | 104 | 8 |
| Gyms, studios and classes | 68 | #300 of 2,088 | 5 | 6.7 | $968K | 146 | Under 3 |
| Auto repair and car care | 66 | #516 of 2,401 | 26 | 34.7 | $283K | 105 | 7 |
| Salons, barbers and spas | 65 | #458 of 2,385 | 19 | 25.3 | $334K | 157 | Under 3 |
| HVAC and plumbing | 64 | #378 of 1,707 | 5 | 6.7 | $4.1M | 87 | 4 |
| Home repair trades | 64 | #408 of 2,057 | 8 | 10.7 | $2.6M | 106 | 11 |
| Bakeries and dessert shops | 62 | #468 of 1,889 | 5 | 6.7 | $5.3M | 128 | Under 3 |
| Dentists and orthodontists | 59 | #624 of 1,886 | 6 | 8.0 | $1.3M | 134 | 4 |
| Auto repair shops | 58 | #828 of 2,378 | 18 | 24.0 | $409K | 92 | 5 |
| Fast food and sandwich shops | 58 | #841 of 2,222 | 11 | 14.7 | $2.4M | 79 | 8 |
| Hair salons | 57 | #825 of 2,339 | 13 | 17.3 | $489K | 114 | Under 3 |
| Restaurants and cafes | 50 | #1,214 of 2,405 | 89 | 118.7 | $297K | 80 | 21 |
| Real estate | 49 | #1,146 of 2,229 | 21 | 28.0 | Index only | 119 | 9 |
| Pet businesses | 49 | #1,172 of 2,200 | 11 | 14.7 | $570K | 65 | Under 3 |
| Real estate agents and brokers | 47 | #1,236 of 2,176 | 18 | 24.0 | Index only | 111 | 6 |
| Gas stations | 47 | #1,340 of 2,358 | 27 | 36.0 | $883K | 37 | 8 |
| Sit-down restaurants | 45 | #1,441 of 2,405 | 49 | 65.4 | $540K | 81 | 11 |
| Coffee shops and cafes | 41 | #1,354 of 2,063 | 9 | 12.0 | $2.9M | 79 | Under 3 |
| Convenience stores | 40 | #1,498 of 2,261 | 13 | 17.3 | $3.4M | 43 | Under 3 |
| Grocery and convenience stores | 32 | #1,905 of 2,402 | 27 | 36.0 | $1.6M | 48 | 8 |
| Collision repair and body shops | 31 | #1,095 of 1,327 | 6 | 8.0 | $1.2M | 40 | Under 3 |
| Grocery stores | 29 | #1,686 of 2,070 | 10 | 13.3 | $4.4M | 47 | 6 |
| Child care and preschools | Not scored | Not scored | 4 | 5.3 | $740K | 74 | 4 |
| Chiropractors | Not scored | Not scored | 4 | 5.3 | $2M | 83 | Under 3 |
| Spas and skin care | Not scored | Not scored | 4 | 5.3 | $1.6M | 181 | Under 3 |
| Car washes and detailing | Not scored | Not scored | 3 | 4.0 | $2.5M | 97 | Under 3 |
| Clothing and shoe stores | Not scored | Not scored | 3 | 4.0 | $4.4M | 349 | Under 3 |
| Martial arts and dance studios | Not scored | Not scored | 3 | 4.0 | $1.6M | 80 | Under 3 |
| Pet grooming and boarding | Not scored | Not scored | 3 | 4.0 | $2.1M | 82 | Under 3 |
| Pet stores | Not scored | Not scored | 3 | 4.0 | $2.1M | 46 | Under 3 |
| Property management | Not scored | Not scored | 3 | 4.0 | Index only | 65 | Under 3 |
| Roofing and gutters | Not scored | Not scored | 3 | 4.0 | $6.9M | 81 | Under 3 |
| Veterinarians | Not scored | Not scored | 3 | 4.0 | $2.1M | 77 | Under 3 |
| Funeral homes | Not scored | Not scored | 2 | 2.7 | $677K | Too few | Under 3 |
| Gyms | Not scored | Not scored | 2 | 2.7 | $2.4M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Physical therapy | Not scored | Not scored | 2 | 2.7 | $4M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Tire shops | Not scored | Not scored | 2 | 2.7 | $3.7M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Barbershops | Not scored | Not scored | 1 | 1.3 | $6.4M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Laundromats | Not scored | Not scored | 1 | 1.3 | $13.3M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Lawn, cleaning and pest control | Not scored | Not scored | 1 | 1.3 | $10.5M | Too few | 7 |
| Nail salons | Not scored | Not scored | 1 | 1.3 | $6.4M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Pest control | Not scored | Not scored | 1 | 1.3 | $10.5M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Dry cleaners | Not scored | Not scored | 0 | 0.0 | None listed | None listed | Under 3 |
| Electricians | Not scored | Not scored | 0 | 0.0 | None listed | None listed | 7 |
| Home inspectors | Not scored | Not scored | 0 | 0.0 | None listed | None listed | Under 3 |
| House cleaning | Not scored | Not scored | 0 | 0.0 | None listed | None listed | 3 |
| Landscaping and lawn care | Not scored | Not scored | 0 | 0.0 | None listed | None listed | 4 |
| Mortgage brokers and lenders | Not scored | Not scored | 0 | 0.0 | None listed | None listed | Under 3 |
| Oil change and quick lube | Not scored | Not scored | 0 | 0.0 | None listed | None listed | Under 3 |
| Optometrists and eye care | Not scored | Not scored | 0 | 0.0 | None listed | None listed | Under 3 |
| Primary care and pediatrics | Not scored | Not scored | 0 | 0.0 | None listed | None listed | Under 3 |
| Urgent care and walk-in clinics | Not scored | Not scored | 0 | 0.0 | None listed | None listed | Under 3 |
| Yoga, Pilates and fitness studios | Not scored | Not scored | 0 | 0.0 | None listed | None listed | Under 3 |
Household spending in Bosque County
What households here spend in a year on each line, in total and per household, with the index against the U.S. average (100).
| Spending line | A year, all households | Per household | Index vs. U.S. (100) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicle maintenance and repairs | $7.4M | $982 | 103 |
| Gasoline and other fuels | $23.8M | $3,181 | 123 |
| Food away from home | $26.4M | $3,527 | 87 |
| Groceries | $43.7M | $5,827 | 92 |
| Personal care products and services | $6.4M | $848 | 84 |
| Child care and other personal services | $3M | $395 | 68 |
| Memberships, classes and admissions | $4.8M | $646 | 66 |
| Medical and dental services | $7.9M | $1,057 | 82 |
| Pets | $6.3M | $837 | 92 |
| Clothing, shoes and related services | $13.3M | $1,774 | 86 |
| Vehicle insurance | $20.5M | $2,732 | 140 |
| Home repairs, maintenance and insurance | $20.6M | $2,754 | 91 |
| Lawn care, cleaning and other household services | $10.5M | $1,405 | 99 |
| Rent and homeowner costs | $108.7M | $14,500 | 87 |
Household spending is estimated from the incomes of the households in each neighborhood, using what households at each income spent nationally in 2024, adjusted for the region. It counts what residents spend, wherever they spend it.
Population and households in Bosque County
- Population, 2025 estimate
- 18,918+3.6% since 2020
- Households
- 7,496
- Median age
- 47.0
- Homes lived in by their owners
- 76%
- Vehicles per household
- 2.0
- Land area
- 983 sq. mi.
- People per square mile
- 19
- Median household income
- $68,914+32.2% vs. 2015–2019, before inflation
- Average household income
- $90,457
- Median home value
- $200,900
- Jobs located here
- 3,655
- Daytime population
- 13,987Residents who don’t work, plus everyone whose job is here
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Questions
How fast is Bosque County, TX growing?
Population estimates put Bosque County at 18,918 people in 2025, up 3.6% since 2020, faster than the U.S. (+3.1%). It has 7,496 households. Median household income rose 32.2% from the 2015–2019 survey, before inflation.
How much do households in Bosque County, TX spend?
Households in Bosque County spend about $108.7M a year on rent and homeowner costs, $43.7M on groceries and $26.4M on food away from home. Set against the U.S., households in Bosque County spend the most on vehicle insurance (an index of 140, where 100 is the U.S. average) and the least on memberships, classes and admissions (66).
Which business types have the highest market scores in Bosque County, TX?
The highest Groundwork market scores in Bosque County are for insurance agencies (78); medical and dental practices (77); and clothing, shoe and laundry businesses (76). Bosque County ranks #282 of 2,272 scored counties for insurance agencies.
How does Bosque County, TX compare with the U.S.?
The median household income in Bosque County is $68,914 a year, 15% below the U.S. median of $80,734. The population rose 3.6% from 2020 to 2025, against +3.1% for the U.S. The median home value is $200,900, against $332,700 for the U.S. For its number of households, Bosque County has the most map listings, relative to the U.S., for gas stations (3.3 times the U.S. rate) and the fewest for medical and dental practices (70% below the U.S. rate).
What is the Groundwork market score?
The Groundwork market score runs from 0 to 100 and compares a market with others of its kind for one business type: states with states, metro areas with metro areas, small-town markets and counties with their own. It weighs household spending per competitor (35%), households per business with payroll (25%), population growth (20%) and spending power (20%), each ranked against those peers. A higher score means that, taken together, the market has more household spending and more households for each business already there, faster population growth and more spending per household than similar markets. It describes a market, not any one site or deal. 25 of the 56 business types have a score in Bosque County, each ranked against other counties.
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