Workforce

Labor pool

Major industrial employers in the Waller area have noted that the Waller workforce is mechanically skilled and has a strong work ethic.

All of the industry sectors in the Houston area have sustained employment growth over the past 12 years, with service and manufacturing showing strong especially strong growth. Waller capitalizes on the skills not only of its citizens, but also of those living nearby. The following graphs show the sectors of employment for area residents, those living within 15 and 25 miles of the city center.

Waller also boasts a growing number of people of working-age. The percentage of the population between the ages of 15 and 64 has seen considerable growth between 1990 and 2000. Of special importance are those between the ages of 25 and 44. This group tends to be a key driver of economic growth, often bringing new ideas and innovation into the community.

Educational Attainment Levels

The educational attainment of people living within a 15-mile radius of the city is very comparable to that of the state of Texas.

K-12 Educational Facilities

With several state recognized schools and recently improved facilities due to the 2000 bond election, Waller ISD has several strengths that make it a key asset in the community.

WISD’s advanced computer networks and labs have been instrumental in Waller students’ successful efforts in state and national computer science competitions.

WISD has an innovative machine shop program that was developed in coordination with local employers which demonstrates the growing partnerships with the private sector and the education community.

WISD’s commitment to computer science and machine shop programs is important as the pool of skilled workers grows in the Waller area. This is an important asset to light manufacturing businesses seeking to locate in the area

Proximity to higher education

Received a total $200 million from the State of Texas through 2008 to be used for buildings and program materials

College of Engineering received a $60 million gift from General Motors in computer software and hardware for the electrical engineering department

Four new academic buildings will be completed by 2010 including:

School of Architecture building that will also house the State of Texas designated black cultural and historical center

Electrical Engineering Building to house PhD programs

Juvenile Justice Center that will have treatment and research facilities

Student Center with 110,000 sq. ft. of useable space and a 980 seat auditorium and 500 seat ballroom