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McGregor is a small city straddling McLennan and Coryell counties in central Texas, just southwest of Waco. Incorporated in 1882, it developed as a prairie farm town along the region's cotton and agricultural economy, and its historic downtown still reflects that heritage. For most of its history McGregor was a quiet Central Texas community defined by farming, railroads, and local commerce, and that small-town character remains visible in its streetscapes and institutions. With a population of roughly 5,300, McGregor has the feel of a close-knit Texas town, yet its economy carries an unusually high-tech signature: the SpaceX rocket engine development and testing facility just outside town is a major employer that has brought engineers, technicians, and renewed investment to the community. Extensive rocket engine testing is conducted at the site, and recovered Dragon spacecraft are shipped to McGregor for de-fueling, cleanup, and refurbishment—work that has placed the town at the center of the nation's commercial space program. The city balances this aerospace presence with everyday small-town life. Residents shop at local grocers, use the McGinley Memorial Public Library, and gather at the city's parks. Most residents own their homes, and the housing stock is predominantly traditional single-family, giving neighborhoods a stable, established character. Community life still runs on school events, local businesses, and the rhythms of a Texas prairie town. McGregor's location in the Waco metropolitan area means the cultural and commercial amenities of a mid-sized Texas city—universities, healthcare, shopping, and entertainment—are only a short drive away, while the town itself retains a quieter, more affordable pace. It appeals to families, aerospace and defense workers, and people who want rural-adjacent living with genuine community character and convenient access to Waco and the broader central Texas region.

Population 5,321

County McLennan County, Coryell County

Active Listings 136

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Frequently Asked Questions

What county is McGregor in?

McGregor straddles McLennan County and Coryell County in central Texas. Most of the city and its school district are associated with McLennan County, placing McGregor within the Waco metropolitan area.

What is McGregor known for?

McGregor is best known as the site of a SpaceX rocket engine development and testing facility, which conducts extensive engine testing just outside the city and serves as a major local employer, giving the town a notable aerospace presence.

What school district serves McGregor?

McGregor Independent School District serves the city, operating campuses in town for students from elementary through high school. The district is a community school system closely tied to the city, and school events and athletics form a central part of local life.

How far is McGregor from Waco?

McGregor lies just southwest of Waco in central Texas and is part of the Waco metropolitan area, giving residents a short commute to the city's jobs, shopping, healthcare, and entertainment while retaining a quieter small-town atmosphere.

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