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Detailed Information about Mountainview, Waco

Neighborhood Information

Mountainview is a City of Waco recognized neighborhood in northwest Waco (ZIP 76710), developed primarily between the 1940s and 1960s as a prosperous suburban residential district. It features large live oak trees, generous lot sizes, brick and frame single-family homes, and a well-maintained streetscape that distinguishes it from most other Waco neighborhoods.

The Mountainview Neighborhood Association is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization whose mission is to foster cooperation and neighborliness among residents, respond to neighborhood concerns, and assist in the restoration, preservation, and improvement of the area. It maintains a website at mountainviewwaco.com and a Facebook presence.

Mountainview Park

Mountainview Park at 2325 Mountainview Drive (adjacent to Mountainview Elementary on Bishop Drive) is the neighborhood's central public amenity:

  • Tennis courts
  • Basketball courts
  • Running track
  • Spray park (seasonal water play feature)
  • Playground
  • Open daily, 6 AM to midnight

Crime Rates

  • Mountainview is listed among the safest areas in Waco
  • Northwest Waco — the quadrant that includes Mountainview — is consistently considered the safest part of the city by residents and crime analytics
  • The vacancy rate of just 7.7% (far below Waco averages) reflects a stable, occupied neighborhood with low transient population — a strong indicator of community safety
  • For current data, see the Waco Police Department Crime Map

Demographics

  • Population: Approximately 5,538
  • Median Age: 51 years — one of the older median ages among Waco neighborhoods, reflecting long-established homeowners
  • Average Individual Income: $43,597
  • Income Rank: Higher than 46.4% of U.S. neighborhoods — roughly middle income, well above most Waco neighborhoods
  • Child Poverty: Only 1.9% of children below the federal poverty line — among the lowest rates in Waco
  • Predominant Ancestry: German (25.4%); English (17.2%); Mexican (11.3%); Irish (11.0%); Scottish (4.2%)
  • Race: Caucasian 61.7%; African American 15.9%; Asian 0.6%; two or more races 19.5%

Housing

  • Size: Medium to large single-family homes; 3–4 bedroom homes predominate, with some 5+ bedroom properties
  • Ownership: Predominantly owner-occupied; mostly owner-occupants
  • Vacancy rate: 7.7% — significantly below Waco city averages
  • Construction era: Most homes built between 1940 and 1969 (median construction year: 1969)
  • Character: Brick and frame homes set on larger lots under a mature live oak canopy; generous setbacks; well-maintained landscaping. Described by residents and real estate professionals as having "much sought-after character and charm."

Community Character

Mountainview is routinely cited as one of the most desirable neighborhoods in Waco. Residents describe it as quiet, safe, and neighborly, with particular appreciation for the tree canopy, the lot sizes, and the neighborhood's proximity to everything northwest Waco offers — without sacrificing residential peace. The area's older median age reflects a stable, long-established resident base.

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