Austin TX Real Estate & Neighborhood Guide

Austin is the capital of Texas, incorporated in 1839 and named for Stephen F. Austin. Home to the University of Texas and known as the "Live Music Capital of the World," it's one of the fastest-growing major cities in the U.S., with a population of roughly 967,862 and a median resident age of 34.5.

Austin, Texas at a Glance

Category	Detail
Founded / Incorporated	1839 (as capital of the Republic of Texas), incorporated December 27, 1839
Named After	Stephen F. Austin, "Father of Texas"
Population	967,862
Median Age	34.5 years
Households	440,294 (avg. size 2.14)
Average Individual Income	$59,427
Walk Score	58 — Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score	83 — Very Bikeable
Transit Score	45 — Some Transit
Known For	State capital, University of Texas, "Live Music Capital of the World" (official slogan since 1991), "Silicon Hills" tech hub

Living in Austin

Austin sits along the Colorado River in the Texas Hill Country and has served as the seat of Texas government since 1839. Beyond its role as the state capital, it's grown into a major tech hub — nicknamed "Silicon Hills" — anchored by the University of Texas at Austin and a live-music scene so central to the city's identity that "Live Music Capital of the World" became its official slogan. That mix of government, education, and tech employment supports one of the country's most active real estate markets, spanning everything from downtown high-rises to Hill Country estates.

Austin Real Estate at a Glance

DEN's current featured Austin listings run from $9,500,000 to $24,995,000, reflecting the ultra-luxury segment. Across the broader set of Austin neighborhood listings on this page, prices range more widely — from $367,500 up to $4,000,000 for sale, plus a range of lease options from roughly $2,315 to $15,000 per month.

Austin, Texas FAQs

When was Austin founded?

Austin was chosen as the capital of the Republic of Texas and incorporated on December 27, 1839.

Why is Austin called the "Live Music Capital of the World"?

Austin officially adopted the slogan in 1991, reflecting its high number of live music venues per capita and its role as home to festivals like South by Southwest (SXSW) and Austin City Limits.

What is Austin's population?

Austin has approximately 967,862 residents with a median age of 34.5, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

Is Austin a walkable city?

Austin as a whole has a Walk Score of 58 (Somewhat Walkable) and a Bike Score of 83 (Very Bikeable) — walkability varies significantly by neighborhood.

Overview for Austin, TX

967,862 people live in Austin, where the median age is 34.5 and the average individual income is $59,427. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

967,862

Total Population

34.5 years

Median Age

High

Population Density Population Density
This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

$59,427

Average individual Income

Around Austin, TX

There's plenty to do around Austin, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.

58

Somewhat Walkable

Walking Score

83

Very Bikeable

Bike Score

45

Some Transit

Transit Score

Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including Mazar Mediterranean, Hyde Park Farmers Market, and Wally's Menswear.

Name	Category	Distance	Reviews	Ratings by Yelp
Visit the Mazar Mediterranean page on Yelp Search 2909 Guadalupe St on Google Maps	Dining	0.73 miles	0 reviews	0/5 stars
Visit the Hyde Park Farmers Market page on Yelp Search 519 W 37th St on Google Maps	Dining	0.94 miles	0 reviews	0/5 stars
Visit the Wally's Menswear page on Yelp Search 2727 Exposition Blvd on Google Maps	Shopping	0.71 miles	1 review	4/5 stars
Visit the The Garden Room page on Yelp Search 5 Jefferson Square on Google Maps	Shopping	0.71 miles	0 reviews	0/5 stars
Visit the Interactive Health Technologies page on Yelp Search 1101 W 34th St on Google Maps	Active	0.57 miles	0 reviews	0/5 stars
Visit the Lifestyle by Lindsay page on Yelp Search 3509 Jefferson St on Google Maps	Active	0.68 miles	3 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Family Wellness Center page on Yelp Search 1600 W 38th St on Google Maps	Active	0.79 miles	3 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Blade Skills Factory page on Yelp	Active	0.92 miles	0 reviews	0/5 stars
Visit the Anthony Ferraro Fitness Trainer page on Yelp	Active	0.92 miles	3 reviews	4.7/5 stars
Visit the Project Ponytail page on Yelp Search 3027 N Lamar Blvd on Google Maps	Beauty	0.49 miles	0 reviews	0/5 stars
Visit the TX Lashes page on Yelp Search 3027 N Lamar Blvd on Google Maps	Beauty	0.49 miles	0 reviews	0/5 stars
Visit the Alchemy Wellness Med Spa page on Yelp Search 3405 Glenview Ave on Google Maps	Beauty	0.58 miles	8 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Kelly Homeyer Hairstylist page on Yelp Search 1001 W 34th St on Google Maps	Beauty	0.61 miles	4 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Reve Hair Studio Central page on Yelp Search 1001 W 34th St on Google Maps	Beauty	0.61 miles	0 reviews	0/5 stars
Visit the Deborah Lira Hair Stylist page on Yelp Search 3703A Jefferson St on Google Maps	Beauty	0.7 miles	12 reviews	4.7/5 stars
Visit the Wild Spirit Botanicals and Bodywork page on Yelp Search 709A 34th on Google Maps	Beauty	0.72 miles	0 reviews	0/5 stars
Visit the Mark Yared page on Yelp Search 3016 Guadalupe St on Google Maps	Beauty	0.73 miles	1 review	5/5 stars
Visit the 369tattoos page on Yelp Search 600 W 28th St on Google Maps	Beauty	0.75 miles	3 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Anna G. Artistry page on Yelp Search 600 W 28th St on Google Maps	Beauty	0.75 miles	0 reviews	0/5 stars
Visit the FaceKandy page on Yelp	Beauty	0.76 miles	1 review	5/5 stars
Visit the Texas Hair Restoration Center page on Yelp Search 1600 W 38th St on Google Maps	Beauty	0.79 miles	0 reviews	0/5 stars
Visit the Dano Dermatology & Brykerwood Skin and Vein page on Yelp Search 1600 W 38th St on Google Maps	Beauty	0.79 miles	0 reviews	0/5 stars
Visit the Commune ATX page on Yelp Search 620 W 34th St on Google Maps	Beauty	0.83 miles	0 reviews	0/5 stars
Visit the Silvia Kurtovic, MD page on Yelp	Beauty	0.97 miles	1 review	5/5 stars

Demographics and Employment Data for Austin, TX

Population Households Employment

Austin has 440,294 households, with an average household size of 2.14. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Austin do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 967,862 people call Austin home. The population density is 3,025 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

967,862

Total Population

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

34.5 years

Median Age

51 / 49%

Men vs Women

Population by Age Group

0-9:

0-9 Years

10-17:

10-17 Years

18-24:

18-24 Years

25-64:

25-64 Years

65-74:

65-74 Years

75+:

75+ Years

Education Level

Less Than 9th Grade
High School Degree
Associate Degree
Bachelor Degree
Graduate Degree

440,294

Total Households

2.14

Average Household Size

$59,427

Average individual Income

Households with Children

With Children:

Without Children:

Marital Status

Married

Single

Divorced

Separated

Blue vs White Collar Workers

Blue Collar:

White Collar:

Commute Time

0 to 14 Minutes

15 to 29 Minutes

30 to 59 Minutes

60+ Minutes

Schools in Austin, TX

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Mixed Schools ()

The following schools are within or nearby Austin. The rating and statistics can serve as a starting point to make baseline comparisons on the right schools for your family. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

Type

Name

Neighborhood Listings

For Sale
$4,000,000

9415 W US HWY 290 S, Austin, TX 78736
- 5,204 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
$1,750,000

2201 Leon ST, Austin, TX 78705
- 2,288 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
$1,120,000

1615 Spyglass DR # 4, Austin, TX 78746
- 3 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 2,241 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
$1,100,000

2501 E 9th ST, Austin, TX 78702
- 4 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 2,572 Sq.Ft.
For Sale

$1,050,000

1113 W 31 ST, Austin, TX 78705
For Sale
$1,000,000

1606 Salina ST, Austin, TX 78702
- 4 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 2,219 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
$995,000

2605 Friar Tuck LN, Austin, TX 78704
- 5 Beds
- 4 Baths
- 2,250 Sq.Ft.
Active Under Contract
$950,000

1007 Payne Ave, Austin, TX 78757
- 3 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 2,234 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
$895,000

2403 Gateshead CIR, Austin, TX 78745
- 4 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 2,079 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
$850,000

503 E Live Oak St, Austin, TX 78704
- 3 Beds
- 1 Bath
- 900 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
$800,000

800 Embassy DR # 602, Austin, TX 78702
- 2 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 1,496 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
$720,000

1401 Eva ST # 206, Austin, TX 78704
- 2 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 972 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
$675,000

1000 Liberty Park DR # 208, Austin, TX 78746
- 2 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 1,191 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
$635,000

9820 Timber Ridge PASS, Austin, TX 78733
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 1,556 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
$575,000

1704 Shelbourne DR, Austin, TX 78752
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 1,556 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
$549,610

5912 Harold CT # 107, Austin, TX 78721
- 3 Beds
- 4 Baths
- 1,806 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
$539,000

5301 Sendero Hills PKWY, Austin, TX 78724
- 3 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 1,820 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
$492,450

5912 Harold CT # 106, Austin, TX 78721
- 2 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 1,470 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
$399,999

123 Escondido DR, Del Valle, TX 78617
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 1,380 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
$379,995

193 Camden CV, Buda, TX 78610
- 5 Beds
- 4 Baths
- 2,813 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
$367,500

1200 Enfield RD # 106, Austin, TX 78703
- 1 Bed
- 1 Bath
- 700 Sq.Ft.
For Lease
$15,000/mo

5606 CRAGGY PT, Austin, TX 78731
- 6 Beds
- 6 Baths
- 3,781 Sq.Ft.
Pending
$12,000/mo

1402 Alta Vista Ave, Austin, TX 78704
- 4 Beds
- 5 Baths
- 3,552 Sq.Ft.
Pending
$6,450/mo

1529 Barton Springs RD # 31, Austin, TX 78704
- 1,120 Sq.Ft.
Pending
$5,999/mo

1801 Alta Vista Ave # A, Austin, TX 78704
- 2 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 1,389 Sq.Ft.
For Lease
$5,500/mo

800 Embassy DR # 602, Austin, TX 78702
- 2 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 1,496 Sq.Ft.
For Lease
$4,200/mo

2403 Gateshead CIR, Austin, TX 78745
- 4 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 2,079 Sq.Ft.
Active Under Contract
$3,995/mo

2714 E 2nd ST, Austin, TX 78702
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 1,490 Sq.Ft.
For Lease
$3,250/mo

2527 Crenshaw DR, Round Rock, TX 78664
- 5 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 3,007 Sq.Ft.
For Lease
$2,895/mo

193 Camden CV, Buda, TX 78610
- 5 Beds
- 4 Baths
- 2,813 Sq.Ft.
Pending
$2,800/mo

3600 S Lamar BLVD # 407, Austin, TX 78704
- 2 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 1,139 Sq.Ft.
Pending
$2,750/mo

1801 Alta Vista Ave # B, Austin, TX 78704
- 1 Bed
- 1 Bath
- 672 Sq.Ft.
Pending
$2,500/mo

2107 Capulet ST, Austin, TX 78741
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 1,285 Sq.Ft.
For Lease
$2,500/mo

5621 Abby Ann LN, Austin, TX 78747
- 4 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 2,468 Sq.Ft.
For Lease
$2,150/mo

1200 Enfield RD # 106, Austin, TX 78703
- 1 Bed
- 1 Bath
- 700 Sq.Ft.
For Lease
$2,150/mo

9507 Morning Iris DR, Manor, TX 78653
- 3 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 1,248 Sq.Ft.
For Lease
$1,850/mo

9505 Oriole DR, Austin, TX 78753
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 864 Sq.Ft.
For Sale

6800 Rearden Rd, Austin, TX 78745