Find the Best Neighborhood in Austin for You
Tech jobs, live music, and suburban growth that hasn't stopped. Answer 5 quick questions and get matched to your top neighborhoods — with crime grades, school ratings, and live listings.
Take the free neighborhood quiz →Is Austin, TX a Good Place to Live?
Austin is one of the most in-demand cities in the country — a tech hub with no Texas state income tax, a vibrant culture, and suburbs that have exploded with growth. Prices have risen sharply but have also pulled back from 2022 peaks, creating buying opportunities. Cedar Park, Round Rock, and Pflugerville offer suburban value; South Congress and Mueller are popular for walkable urban living.
Not sure which neighborhood fits you?
The NeighborSeek quiz matches you to the right area — whether you're looking for Georgetown or Cedar Park for top-rated schools and master-planned communities, Mueller for walkable urban living near downtown, or Kyle and Buda for the best price-per-square-foot in the metro.
Find my neighborhood in Austin →Frequently Asked Questions — Moving to Austin
Is Austin, TX a good place to live? +
Yes — Austin has a booming tech economy (Apple, Tesla, Dell, Google all have major presence), no Texas state income tax, a vibrant food and music scene, and strong population growth. The downsides are high traffic, rising home prices, and Texas's high property taxes.
What are the best suburbs of Austin, TX? +
Georgetown and Cedar Park are top picks for families — excellent schools and fast-growing master-planned communities. Round Rock is established with strong amenities. Mueller is popular for walkable urban living near downtown. Kyle and Buda offer the most square footage for the money.
Is Austin affordable? +
Less than it was — but prices have pulled back from the 2022 peak. The median home price is around $450k. Texas has no state income tax, but high property taxes (around 2%+) add significantly to monthly costs. Suburbs like Kyle and Pflugerville are most affordable.
What is the cost of living in Austin, TX? +
Austin's cost of living is above the national average, driven by housing and traffic. Texas has no state income tax but high property taxes. Groceries and utilities are close to national averages. Overall it's still less expensive than San Francisco or New York.
How do I find the best neighborhood in Austin for me? +
Take the free NeighborSeek neighborhood quiz for Austin — it matches you based on schools, budget, commute, and lifestyle in about 2 minutes.