Waller, Texas

Waller is a city in Harris and Waller counties in Texas, United States, that is within the Houston–Cypress metropolitan area. Its population was 2,682 at the 2020 U.S. census. The Waller area is located along U.S. Route 290 (Northwest Freeway) 41 miles (66 km) northwest of downtown Houston. Waller is located at 30°3′32″N 95°55′35″W / 30.05889°N 95.92639°W / 30.05889; -95.92639 (30.058752, –95.926336). Most land development within Waller is located near the historic town center. However, businesses oriented toward travelers are beginning to locate along the U.S. Route 290 corridor. According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 2.1 square miles (5.4 km), of which 0.004 square miles (0.01 km), or 0.22%, is covered by water. The climate in this area is characterized by hot, humid summers and generally mild to cool winters. According to the Köppen climate classification, Waller has a humid subtropical climate, Cfa on climate maps. As of the 2020 census, 2,682 people, 1,021 households, and 789 families resided in the city.