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Relocation guide
Moving to Austin
What it costs, what the weather is like, schools, outdoors and the honest pros and cons, from public data.
Population
967,862
Median age 34.5
Median household income
$91,461
Median rent
$1,655/mo
Median home value
$512,700
Schools
266
30 districts
Summer high / winter low
98° / 42°
Pros
- Household incomes run 16% above the US median ($91,461).
- Rent takes only about 22% of the median household income.
- Mild weather in February, March, April, with highs between 65°F and 85°F.
- 40 national forests, lakes and recreation areas within reach.
Cons
- Homes cost 69% more than the US median ($512,700).
- Property taxes are high: about 1.52% of home value a year (US 0.98%).
- Hot summers: August highs average 98°F.
Pros and cons come from comparisons with US medians and the city’s 30-year weather normals; they leave out things numbers can’t capture.
Plan your move
Where in Austin?
Austin spans 37 zip codes. Median home values range from $120,800 to $1,353,500 by zip.
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Questions
Is Austin a good place to live?
It depends on what you need. Household incomes run 16% above the US median ($91,461). Rent takes only about 22% of the median household income. On the other hand: Homes cost 69% more than the US median ($512,700). Property taxes are high: about 1.52% of home value a year (US 0.98%).
How much do I need to earn to live in Austin?
The median household earns $91,461. Rent at the median ($1,655/month) is about 22% of that; a common rule of thumb is to keep rent under 30% of income, which means earning about $66,200 a year.
How many schools are in Austin?
266 public and private schools across 30 districts. See the schools page for each school’s grades and contact details.
What is the weather like in Austin?
Highs average 98°F in August and lows 42°F in January. The most comfortable months are February, March, April.
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2019–2023 5-year estimates; NOAA climate normals; NCES schools; OpenStreetMap parks; Recreation.gov.