You may associate the Lone Star State with images of ranches and cowboys but there’s so much more to Texas than just that. It’s considered one of the fastest growing states in America, with a large (not to mention booming) economy where the cost of living is reasonable, and our urban centers are planning for healthier, happier people. Texas is considered a very complicated state with a historical tapestry that’s as rich as it is complicated. In a number of ways, it’s probably far more diverse than you might expect it to be. To prove it, here are three impressive facts about Texas you might find hard to believe!
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3 Impressive Facts About Texas You Might Find Hard to Believe
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1. One in Every 12 Americans Lives in Texas
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Our population growth was considerable last year, and we’re looking at a total population of just under 30 million. More than half of the new Texans in 2017 were babies, which means our natural growth rate is happening at a phenomenal pace. And, those that move here are coming because of the economy and the jobs – as well as the fact that we’re one of only seven states that doesn’t have income tax.
2. We’re High-Tech
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Between 2002 and 2011, the state of Texas added close to one-third of America’s high-paying tech jobs. Our economy has proven resilient at a time when other states are struggling, which is due, in part, to our high-tech, biomedical, aerospace, and energy industries. Cities such as Austin are developing into one of the country’s premier high-tech hubs.
3. We Have Our Own Power Grid
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There are three power grids within the continental United States. One is for the western states, one is for the eastern states, and one is for Texas. That’s right, Texas has its own power grid.
