Moving to Austin, Texas? Here's everything you need to know.
A no-fluff, locally-written guide to relocating to Austin: cost of living, neighborhoods, schools, taxes, climate, and what most people wish they'd known before the move.
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Austin at a glance
Why people move to Austin
Tech hub with Tesla, Oracle, Apple, Meta, and Google presence
No state income tax on your paycheck
Live music, food, and outdoor culture unmatched in Texas
Hill country lakes and greenbelts within city limits
Younger, more progressive vibe than Dallas or Houston
Where to live in Austin
A short guide to the neighborhoods newcomers actually consider.
Downtown / Rainey
High-rises, bars, walkable urban core
South Congress
Iconic, walkable, boutique shops and dining
Tarrytown
Established, tree-lined, lake-adjacent
Westlake
Estate homes, top schools, hill country
East Austin
Creative, up-and-coming, food scene
The Domain
Uptown-style, corporate campuses, retail
Major employers
- · Tesla
- · Oracle
- · Apple
- · Dell Technologies
- · Meta
- · Indeed
Schools
Austin ISD plus top-rated Eanes ISD (Westlake) and Round Rock ISD.
Airports
- · Austin-Bergstrom International (AUS)
What most newcomers wish they'd known
Traffic is a real issue, I-35 and MoPac clog daily
Housing costs have climbed sharply since 2020
Summers are hot, expect 100°F+ stretches in July and August
Property taxes are among the highest in Texas
Who thrives in Austin
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