In a celebration of Texas' 189th birthday, the organization Texas 2036 reflects on the state's growth and future. Since its founding in 1836, Texas has transformed into a major hub for living, business, and family life. The state now boasts over 30 million residents, with projections indicating an increase of up to five million more by 2036.

Texas' demographic landscape includes a significant number of children and seniors. As of 2023, there were nearly 4.3 million residents aged 65 and over, marking this group as the fastest growing in the state. Additionally, Texas holds the second-largest population of children under 18 in the United States.

The state's population growth has been steady over the years. Currently, one out of every eleven Americans resides in Texas, with expectations that this will rise to one out of ten by 2036. Furthermore, Texas is home to a substantial number of public high school students and is projected to see nearly 400,000 high school graduates by its bicentennial year.

Texas leads the nation in several sectors. It houses one-tenth of Fortune 500 companies and more than three million small businesses as of 2024. The state also contributes significantly to national economic output and has been the top exporting state for over two decades.

The organization Texas 2036 aims to address critical issues through data-driven research as part of their mission to improve living conditions across the state by its bicentennial anniversary. They emphasize water investment as crucial for future sustainability.

Celebrating Texan culture, staff at Texas 2036 have shared their favorite songs that embody Texan spirit. These include "Blue Skies" by Willie Nelson and "Amarillo By Morning" by George Strait among others.

Texans are encouraged to share their love for the state using #texasbirthday on social media platforms during this celebratory week.

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