Economic Development

Robinson is a growing rural/suburban community located on the southeastern edge of the City of Waco, the anchor city of the Waco/McLennan County Metropolitan Statistical Area (MSA).

Economic Development Committee Members

Economic Development Committee Bylaws

According to the U. S. Census Bureau estimates, Robinson’s population in 2006 was 9,716, up almost 24% from the 7,845 people counted in the 2000 census. In 2000, the five largest cities in McLennan County were Waco, Hewitt, Bellmead, Woodway and Robinson, in that order. These latest estimates rearrange the top five to read Waco, Hewitt, Robinson, Bellmead and Woodway with Robinson having vaulted to the number 3 position.

New business and industry along Robinson’s Interstate 35 frontage include SAIA and Southeastern motor freight lines; Kenworth, Volvo and Mack heavy truck dealerships; Ashley Furniture’s warehouse and Southern Tire Mart. Other operations in the area include Scholastic Book Fairs, Pilot Travel Center and various truck service facilities along with restaurants and a planned motel.

The Economic Development Committee meets quarterly on the third Tuesday of the month at 4:00 p.m.