Austin, TX
| U.S. News Ratings | |
| Population: | 715,663 |
| Crime: | High |
| Cost of Living: | Low |
| Health Care: | Comprehensive |
| Housing Price: | Average |
| Income: | Average |
Geography
The capital of Texas is located in the center of the state.
Cultural Attractions
Austin is home to the University of Texas-Austin, Austin City Limits Music and South by Southwest Festivals, and the Austin Film Office, which provides support for budding filmmakers. The city's slogan: "Keep Austin Weird."
Recreation
While Lake Travis provides ample water activities and a clothing-optional beach, Austin also boasts caverns, Zilker Park, and Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center.
Economy
Not only is UT-Austin the city's largest employer, it's one of the largest employers in the state.
Fun Fact
Austin is home to the world's largest urban bat colony. Each night at dusk from April to October, people gather to see thousands of bats fly out from under the Congress Avenue Bridge.
| Population [details] | 715,663 |
| Percentage of population under 50 | 77.7% |
| Children per square mile [details] | 570.92 |
| Percentage of population who are college educated | 43.30% |
| High/low January temperature [details] | 60.3 °F/33.76 °F |
| High/low July temperature [details] | 94.99 °F/70.89 °F |
| Annual precipitation [details] | 17.18 in. |
| Total crime risk [details] | 143 |
| Cost of living [details] | 93.1 |
| State sales tax | 6.25% |
| Closest city of 500,000+ (and distance) | San Antonio (59.43 miles) |
| Closest airport (and distance) | AUSTIN-BERGSTROM INTERNATIONAL (9.00 miles) |
| Recreational activities [details] | Boating/Sailing, Fishing, Golf, Health and fitness, Skiing/Snowshoeing, Swimming, Travel |
| Cultural activities | Books and reading, Charitable activities and contributions, Cultural and art events, Gourmet food, Movie theaters, Museums, Wineries |
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