Local Statistics
Learn about Austin by-the-numbers. Get figures, charts, and analysis of the real estate market, job market, education, health, weather, cost of living and other area statistics. Suggest a link | Report errors
Austin Cost of Living
A decade or so ago, Austin was one of the less expensive cities to live in. Things have changed some but despite increased cost of living and drops in median household income Austin continually places in the top 25 or higher as one of the Best Places to Live, based in part on its relatively low cost of living compared to other major US cities.
A decade or so ago, Austin was one of the less expensive cities to live in. Things have changed some but despite increased cost of living and drops in median household income Austin continually places in the top 25 or higher as one of the Best Places to Live, based in part on its relatively low cost of living compared to other major US cities.
Quick Fact Sheet
Here's fun stuff (like nicknames) and more valuable information such as population, time zone, zip codes and more. For quick reference.
Here's fun stuff (like nicknames) and more valuable information such as population, time zone, zip codes and more. For quick reference.
Cost of Living
Learn about how much it costs to live in Austin and the average household income for the area.
Learn about how much it costs to live in Austin and the average household income for the area.
Industry and Employment
Our major industries, employment growth, and unemployment rates outlined here.
Our major industries, employment growth, and unemployment rates outlined here.
Weather
Learn all about the climate of Central Texas and the typical weather you can expect at different times of the year.
Learn all about the climate of Central Texas and the typical weather you can expect at different times of the year.
Austin Economic Highlights
From the Greater Austin Chamber of Commerce, charts based on current, localized data show economic activity, employment, and more.
From the Greater Austin Chamber of Commerce, charts based on current, localized data show economic activity, employment, and more.
Austin MLS Residential Housing Activity
A chart of sales, dollar volume, average price, median price, total listings, and months inventory for 1979-1997.
A chart of sales, dollar volume, average price, median price, total listings, and months inventory for 1979-1997.
Best Places to Live and Work 2001
In 2001, Austin was #1 according to BestJobsUSA.com.
In 2001, Austin was #1 according to BestJobsUSA.com.
City of Austin Budget
See how the City is spending its money.
See how the City is spending its money.
Community Profile
From the Austin Chamber of Commerce, statistics on population, jobs by sector, and more.
From the Austin Chamber of Commerce, statistics on population, jobs by sector, and more.
Cost of Living
Data on how much it costs to live here.
Data on how much it costs to live here.
Interesting Facts
All sorts of special deals you, as a home buyer, might qualify for. From First Place Realty, Inc.
All sorts of special deals you, as a home buyer, might qualify for. From First Place Realty, Inc.
Quick Facts
Sales tax, school districts, types of churches, cost of living, and many other facts and figures from the Austin Chamber of Commerce.
Sales tax, school districts, types of churches, cost of living, and many other facts and figures from the Austin Chamber of Commerce.
Regional Case Study: Austin Texas
Or, "How to Create a Knowledge Economy" This study from the European Union in the US talks about employment, technology in Austin, the role of entrepreneurs in our economy, the workforce, and more.
Or, "How to Create a Knowledge Economy" This study from the European Union in the US talks about employment, technology in Austin, the role of entrepreneurs in our economy, the workforce, and more.
Sales Data by Month
A chart of sales, dollar volume, average price, median price, total listings, and months inventory, broken down by month, for 1994-1998.
A chart of sales, dollar volume, average price, median price, total listings, and months inventory, broken down by month, for 1994-1998.
Travis Central Appraisal District's Appraisal Roll
Don't think your appraisal was fair? Research the matter by searching the Travis Central Appraisal District's Appraisal Roll by account number, owner name, or property address.
Don't think your appraisal was fair? Research the matter by searching the Travis Central Appraisal District's Appraisal Roll by account number, owner name, or property address.