Austin, TX

Austin, TX

Updated April 29, 2026 · Would You Live There?

Think twice

Verdict

$1.2M

Median Price

14/100

Walk Score

7.4/10

Schools

6 min

to Downtown Austin

Score Breakdown

FWalkability
14/100
FAffordability
28/100
DQuietness
40/100
D+Safety
55/100
BSchools
74/100
ACommute
100/100
WYLT Score52/100

Our Take

The neighborhood has a strong income base and a short drive to downtown, but the cost of living is sky‑high and public transport is almost nonexistent. If you have a large budget and a car, it might work, but many folks will find the price-to-quality ratio frustrating.

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The Good

  • Median household income exceeds $139k
  • Only a 6‑minute commute to downtown Austin
  • Low flood risk (Zone X)
  • Strong public high school ratings (average 7.4/10)

Real Talk

  • !Home prices near $1.2M are out of reach for most buyers
  • !Walk Score 14 means almost all errands require a car
  • !Transit score 14 indicates minimal public transport options
  • !The area is relatively quiet with limited green space
  • $High property taxes and potential HOA fees
  • $Elevated utilities due to climate control needs
  • $Expensive local services and restaurants

Best For

High‑income professionalsRemote workers with budgetStudents needing proximity to downtownFamilies valuing strong schools

Risk Snapshot

Flood riskLow
Violent crimeModerate
Property crimeModerate
Air qualityModerate
Price volatilityHigh

Crime & Safety

Austin, TX

D+

Safety grade

Safety score55 / 100
High riskVery safe
⚠️Violent Crime
Moderate
3.9incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (3.7)11+

5% higher than the national average

🔒Property Crime
Moderate
19.8incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (19.5)59+

2% higher than the national average

Verify with real-time data

Rates are estimated from neighborhood characteristics using national FBI baselines. Actual figures vary by block — always verify with local sources before making decisions.

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