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Austin, TX vs Round Rock, TX
Austin, TX vs Round Rock, TX: What the data shows
Austin, TX is in Austin, TX while Round Rock, TX is in Round Rock, TX — both in the same state. On home prices, Round Rock, TX is the more affordable option at $440,000 median — $16,100 less than Austin, TX's $456,100. WYLT rates Austin, TX as “Good for now” — a solid choice worth serious consideration — and Round Rock, TX as “Settle here” — an excellent place to put down roots.
Round Rock, TX has the stronger safety profile of the two. Austin, TX has Moderate violent crime and Moderate property crime. Round Rock, TX has Low violent crime and Low property crime. On environmental risk, Austin, TX has Low flood risk and Round Rock, TX has Low flood risk.
Austin, TX is the more walkable neighborhood. Austin, TX scores 13/100 (car-dependent) versus Round Rock, TX's N/A/100. For families weighing school quality, Austin, TX has the higher school rating — Austin, TX rates 7.3/10 and Round Rock, TX rates 7.2/10.
| Category | Austin, TX | Round Rock, TX |
|---|---|---|
| Housing | ||
| Verdict | Good for now | Settle here |
| Median Price | $456K | $440K ✓ Lower price |
| Median Rent | $1K ✓ Lower rent | $2K |
| Median Income | $82K | $105K ✓ Higher income |
| Price Volatility | Moderate | Low ✓ More stable |
| Getting Around | ||
| Walk Score | 13/100 ✓ More walkable | Car-dependent |
| Transit Score | 28/100 ✓ Better transit | 10/100 |
| Bike Score | N/A | 10/100 ✓ More bikeable |
| Commute | 12 min ✓ Shorter commute | 25 min |
| Safety & Environment | ||
| Safety Grade | D+ | A ✓ Safer |
| Violent Crime | Moderate | Low ✓ Lower risk |
| Property Crime | Moderate | Low ✓ Lower risk |
| Flood Risk | Low | Low |
| Air Quality | Moderate | Good ✓ Cleaner air |
| Community | ||
| Schools | 7.3/10 ✓ Better schools | 7.2/10 |
| Best for | Young professionalsFamilies with school-aged kidsRemote workers who value proximity to downtown | Families with childrenFirst-time homebuyersIndividuals who value a safe community |
Bottom line
Both neighborhoods have distinct trade-offs — review the data above to find your best fit.
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