Why Waller County Is on Everyone’s Radar in 2025

Why Waller County Is One of the Fastest‑Growing Areas in Texas

Waller County is quickly becoming one of the most sought-after locations in Southeast Texas—and it’s not hard to see why.

According to recent data, the county has grown by nearly 40% over the past decade, with a current estimated population of over 66,000 residents and projections to reach 120,000 by 2040 (Houston-Galveston Area Council). 

This rapid growth is fueled by:

✅ Improved Infrastructure — Waller County's strategic location, anchored by a fully rebuilt U.S. 290 corridor and the nearby Grand Parkway (SH 99), has drastically improved commute times into Houston and across the region 

These highway enhancements have unlocked key parcels of land and enabled residential and industrial development, making this corridor uniquely attractive to both families and businesses.

✅ Business Momentum — The county has become a rising hub for logistics, commerce, and job creation, drawing major private-sector investment.

Major companies have discovered Waller's potential:

• H‑E‑B is constructing a 5,000‑acre distribution campus near Hempstead—its largest to date 

• Amazon has secured new land for a logistics facility .

• Chevron, Daikin, Grainger, Coloplast, Elin Energy, and Mustang Cat have all announced or opened major facilities or campuses in the last year, fueling local job growth .

This mix of residential, commercial, and industrial development is a powerful signal of sustained economic vitality.

✅ Educational Expansion — Waller ISD is preparing for a 65% student population increase by 2027, with new campuses already underway (Waller ISD).
✅ Long-Term Vision — Waller County recently passed a $258 million mobility bond to support transportation, road safety, and infrastructure for future growth (West Houston Association).

Schools, Homes & Future-Proofing

Responding to demographic surge, Waller ISD anticipates a 65% rise in enrollment by 2027 and has put major investments into new schools and expansion plans .

Located at 16547 FM 359 in Hempstead, Waller Trails is perfectly positioned at the center of this growth corridor. As the county evolves, Waller Trails offers a rare chance to secure your place in a thoughtfully designed community that’s both future-ready and rooted in timeless Texas values.