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San Marcos

The Greater San Marcos area, conveniently located at the center of Texas' Advanced Technology Corridor, offers a wealth of resources for businesses on the move.

A vibrant workforce generator
San Marcos is home to a gem in the state university system, Texas State University, a nationally recognized applied-research university that partners with regional industries. The workforce is skilled and diverse, with a population of more than 2 million within a 50-mile radius that includes Austin and San Antonio.

An abundance of industrial sites, and a business-friendly attitude have made San Marcos a favorite option for companies wanting the Central Texas lifestyle and business opportunities.

Graced with a great quality of life
The San Marcos environment features 25 city parks encompassing 193 acres of recreational facilities for every conceivable sport and activity, from hiking to swimming, river "tubing" to fishing. Caves, natural springs and the crystal clear San Marcos River draw visitors from all over the state.

Economic Development
San Marcos

Amy Madison
Economic Development Director

202 N C.M. Allen Parkway

San Marcos, TX 78666

Phone: 512.393.3400
Web: www.ecodevsanmarcos.org

Edward A.Theriot, Development Projects Manager, City of San Marcos

Phone: 512.393.8108
Web: www.ci.san-marcos.tx.us
  San Marcos Hays County Austin MSA
Population 2006 47,181 133,151 1,532,281
Population growth 1996-2006 34.5% 62.4% 42.8%
Land area (sq. mi.) 2000 18.21 678 4,224
Households 2006 — 46,984 613,459
Homeownership rate 2000 30.2% 64.8% 58.2%
Median age 2000 23.3 28.4 30.9
High school grads 2000 79.5% 84.7% 84.8%
College grads 2000 29.0% 31.3% 36.7%
Labor force 2007 26,394 71,618 847,633
Unemployment rate 2007 3.4% 3.7% 3.6%
Public school enrollment 2006 — 24,945 262,985
High school graduates 2006 — 1,417 13,336
Median household income 2007 — $43,228 $46,263
Percapita income 2007 — $18,585 $22,710
Retail sales 2007 (000s) — $2,486,095 $39,012,359
Business
2007		 Firms — 2,723 34,009
Employment — 47,100 749,658
Avg. weekly wage — $591 $899
Mfg. business
2007		 Firms — 148 1,347
Employment — 4,127 60,272
Avg. weekly wage — $894 $1,540
Sources: Claritas/TradeDimensions for income and retail sales; Texas Workforce Commission or U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics for labor force, unemployment, businesses, employees, and wages; Texas Education Agency for public school enrollment and graduates; and U.S. Bureau of the Census for all other data.
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