Austin, Texas
Live music capital meets tech innovation
U.S. News & World Report (2025)
#9 Best Places to Live
Forbes (2024)
#2 Best Cities for Jobs
WhereAtHome Score
68.3
D+out of 100
Overview
Austin, Texas stands out as one of the nation's fastest-growing major cities with an estimated population near 968,000 as of 2025. The median home value is approximately $497,814, higher than the national average, reflecting strong demand and rapid growth. Austin offers exceptional job opportunities in tech, a vibrant cultural scene, and no state income tax.
Key Highlights
- Major tech hub - Tesla, Apple, Google, Meta offices
- Live Music Capital of the World
- No state income tax
- University of Texas flagship campus
- SXSW and ACL Festival host city
- Strong job market and economic growth
Key Metrics
2024 Presidential Election
Travis County (county-level results)
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Climate
Summer High
97°F
Winter Low
39°F
Annual Rainfall
34"
Sunny Days
228
Amenities & Infrastructure
300+ Parks
Green spaces and recreation
8 Major Hospitals
Healthcare access
2 Universities
Higher education institutions
Public Transit Available
Bus, rail, or metro service
Major Employers
Score Breakdown
6 of 6 score factors available. Missing factors are excluded and available weights are rescaled.
Median home value relative to national average (Weight: 20%)
How affordable housing is relative to local incomes (Weight: 20%)
Average commute time compared to national average (Weight: 15%)
Overall crime levels based on FBI crime statistics (Weight: 20%)
Walk Score — ease of daily errands on foot (Weight: 15%)
Median income relative to national average, adjusted for cost of living (Weight: 10%)
Location
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Start ComparisonLast Updated: 2026-07-01
Data sourced from U.S. Census Bureau, Zillow, FBI Crime Data Explorer, Walk Score, and Niche.
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