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Where Community Meets Opportunity

As companies continue to relocate and expand to Texas due to its favorable tax situation, affordable living costs, and access to a substantial workforce, Copperas Cove, Texas is a prime location to consider. Conveniently located on I-14, only an hour away from Austin, Texas, Copperas Cove is a growing city with a community that shines.

39K

Current Population

On January 1, 2024, the population of permanent residents of the City of Copperas Cove, TX, was estimated to be 39,627 persons.

183K

Labor Force in MSA

Local citizens are agreeable to traveling for work in this area, so companies have access to a greater workforce.

64K

Median Household Income

Copperas Cove, Texas enjoys a lower cost of living (20% less than national average.)

100%

ISD Campuses Meet State Standards

Copperas Cove has a great award winning school district with 6 campuses winning U.S. News & World Report "Best Of" School Rankings.

Projected Growth

Population 2023

30,407,272

5 year projection 2028

32,140,235

% Increase

5.7%

Population 2023

509,077

5 year projection 2028

570,894

% Increase

12.1%

Population 2023

88,818

5 year projection 2028

106,464

% Increase

19.9%

Population 2023

38,211

5 year projection 2028

46,579

% Increase

21.9%

Population 2023

30,407,272

5 year projection 2028

32,140,235

% Increase

5.7%

Population 2023

509,077

5 year projection 2028

570,894

% Increase

12.1%

Population 2023

88,818

5 year projection 2028

106,464

% Increase

19.9%

Population 2023

38,211

5 year projection 2028

46,579

% Increase

21.9%

A Location with Opportunity & Access

Copperas Cove, Texas has opportunity zoned shovel-ready sites located directly off I-14 (connecting easily to I-35) giving businesses access to major cities like Austin, Dallas, Fort Worth, San Antonio, and Houston. This Central Texas location is perfect for healthcare, advanced manufacturing, defense and cyber security, and supply chain logistics industries. Copperas Cove is also home to many commuting and remote employees in the Austin area.

Dallas

165 miles

Fort Worth

156 miles

Waco

70 miles

Austin

68 miles

San Antonio

147 miles

Houston

200 miles

Available Sites

Forward Thinking for Tomorrow’s Workforce

Educational and workforce development opportunities abound in Copperas Cove, Texas. Starting at the high school level, Copperas Cove ISD focuses on developing career related skills in several industries including healthcare, manufacturing, welding, and more. The region works closely with nearby Central Texas College and Texas A&M - Central Texas (local educational institutions) to ensure the next steps for career and education opportunities are available and affordable.

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