Culture and jobs; priciest Texas metro. Median home price runs about $427K with an effective property tax near 1.68% — roughly $7,174/yr on the median home.
Scorecard
Dimension
Austin
Median home price
$427K
Effective property tax
1.68%
Tax friendliness
9/10
Winter mildness
8/10
Summer comfort
4/10
Walkability
6/10
Outdoor access
6/10
Culture & food
9/10
Healthcare
10/10
Airport connectivity
8/10
Schools
7/10
Safety
6/10
Hazard safety (10 = lowest risk)
9/10
Growth trajectory
9/10
Who it fits: tax-sensitive movers, people who want life on foot, anyone prioritizing healthcare, families weighing schools, buyers with room in the budget. Who should look elsewhere: