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Cedar Park, Texas

Located in Williamson County, Texas, Cedar Park was established in 1887. One of Austin's fastest-growing suburbs. Named for the cedar trees common in the area.
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Founded 1887 | Population 82,000 | Peak 82,000 (2024) | County Williamson County

Top 10 Most Important Events for Cedar Park, Texas

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1887 Railroad Stop: Small community.
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1960 Parks & Recreation: Cedar Park developed parks and recreational facilities that became central to community life.
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1973 Incorporated: Cedar Park was officially incorporated as a city.
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1985 Commercial Growth: Major retail and commercial development expanded Cedar Park's economic base.
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2000 Austin Suburban Boom: Explosive growth.
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Complete Historical Timeline

1887 Transport
Railroad Stop
1960 Culture
Parks & Recreation
1973 Government
Incorporated
1985 Business
Commercial Growth
2000 Business
Austin Suburban Boom

Did You Know?

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One of Austin's fastest-growing suburbs.
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Named for the cedar trees common in the area.
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H-E-B Center hosts the Texas Stars AHL hockey team.
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Cedar Park is located in Williamson County, Texas.
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Cedar Park was founded in 1887.

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