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Austin
#19 in Best Cities for Young Professionals in America
  • A
    Overall Grade
  • City in Texas
  • 2,317 reviews
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    Austin Residents

    Diversity
    A+
    Based on ethnic and economic diversity.
    Population
    950,807
    Unemployment Rate
    2.7%
    Poverty Rate
    13.2%
    Non-Citizens
    12.5%
    Poll
    What one word or phrase best describes the people who live in your area?
    Based on 219 responses
    • Friendly
      44%
    • Family oriented
      22%
    • Interesting
      13%
    • Undisruptive
      6%
    • Hurried
      4%
    • Liberal
      3%
    • Cranky
      2%

    Austin Demographics

    Education Levels
    • Master's degree or higher
      19%
      12%
    • Bachelor's degree
      32%
      20%
    • Some college or associate's degree
      22%
      29%
    • High school diploma or equivalent
      16%
      27%
    • Less than high school diploma
      11%
      12%
    Racial Diversity
    • White
      48%
    • Hispanic
      34%
    • Asian
      8%
    • African American
      7%
    • Two or more races
      2%
    • Other race
      0%
    • American Indian or Alaska native
      0%
    • Hawaiian or other Pacific Islander
      0%
    Gender
    • Male
      51%
    • Female
      49%
    Age
    • <10 years
      12%
    • 10-17 years
      8%
    • 18-24 years
      10%
    • 25-34 years
      23%
    • 35-44 years
      16%
    • 45-54 years
      12%
    • 55-64 years
      10%
    • 65+ years
      9%
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    Income

    Median Household Income
    $71,576
    National
    $62,843
    Household Income Brackets
    • <$25k
      15%
    • $25-$44k
      16%
    • $45-$74k
      21%
    • $75-$149k
      29%
    • $150k+
      19%
    Median Individual Income
    $39,418
    National
    $31,133
    Individual Income Brackets
    • <$15k
      20%
    • $15-$34k
      25%
    • $35-$64k
      27%
    • $65k+
      28%

    Community

    Poll
    80%
    of residents say there is a good sense of community. 227 responses
    Poll
    63%
    of people say LGBT residents are very accepted. 225 responses
    Poll
    What is the most helpful tip for a new resident to know before moving to your area?
    Based on 152 responses
    • Be friendly
      26%
    • The traffic is gross guys
      18%
    • Be accepting and help Keep Austin Weird
      16%
    • You can visit, but please don't move here.
      14%
    • It's expensive
      12%
    • Do your research
      3%
    • Lock your cars at night.
      3%
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