Third Post

"My Hometown"

I was born and raised in a town not too far away from Texas A&M called Bryan, Texas. This town has grown considerably in my lifetime. 

Growth Patterns:

In the past decade, Bryan has seen a ton of improvements. Some examples that instantly stand out are as follows: the development one of the best country clubs in the country with a top ten golf course, the uprising of the American Momentum Bank corporate headquarters, the dramatic improvement of the entire downtown area, the rise of companies all down Briarcrest, the growth of a renowned winery, and the addition of two more high schools. The city has a stigma of being a dilapidated town, but this stigma is sure to expire before long.

Demographics:

The city of Bryan has a population of 78,061.  The exact racial makeup of the city can be seen in this screenshot taken from the Census. This diverse population is a boon to the cities rapid growth.

Economics:

The median household income of Bryan is $37,763; quite a bit lower than that of Texas. Bryan also has 27.4% of people below the poverty level. This is a drastic problem that is being combated even up to a national level. The many giving societies around the city such as churches, food banks, and student organizations are assisting these people to a high degree. Growth takes time however, and I believe that the city of Bryan will tackle these problems over time, and that they have already improved these problems slowly in the past decade.

Psychographics:

The lifestyle and culture of Bryan, Texas involves a relaxed and easy-going atmosphere. People seem to socialize a lot more here than in other places. It might have to do with the friendly nearby college atmosphere, or with the rejuvenated downtown Bryan pedestrian atmosphere, or with the friendly local businesses around town; but something about the city just makes it pleasant.  

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