Favorability to Plaintiff:

6 (Moderately Favorable)

Summary:

A mixed urban–industrial venue anchored by the Waco metro and Baylor University, with diverse demographics, a solid plaintiff bar, and moderate politics. On paper it carries a moderate to plaintiff-friendly score, and recent history shows moderate-to-favorable outcomes, including a somewhat fair award history driven by the county’s urban population. That said, the roots are historically conservative, which can make the forum difficult for plaintiffs in closer cases and keeps overall results mixed. Bottom line: Waco’s urban influence and bar strength provide moderate plaintiff favorability, but expect variability, as juries have occasionally surprised with plaintiff wins in high-profile cases, even as the broader record remains balanced.

County Seat:

Waco

Population (2024):

270,358

Median Age:

34

Median Income:

$63,888

2024 Election Results:

Trump (64.8%)

Other Results:

$8,400,000 – Faulty tread belt on tire led to fatal crash (2024; 2019-4388-4).