Austin Rankings and Ratings
From the number one city to move globally to the best city for music lovers, check out all of the rankings the capital city landed a spot in recently.
MOVING TO AUSTIN
Austin crowned the world’s #1 city to move to in global ranking
People all over the world are noticing how incredible Austin is! The city recently ranked number one globally in terms of the best places for workers to relocate to. The data focused on eight factors: home prices, cost of living, average salary, weather, number of restaurants, number of green spaces, internet speed, and life expectancy. Austin came in at the top with all of those considerations. If you’re thinking about moving to Austin, those are eight great reasons.
Austin ranked #1 best capital city
Often, capital cities are thriving areas with a lot of economic and cultural value. In fact, they can be some of the best places to live in America. But they don’t all stack up the same. Each year, WalletHub ranks each capital city using 49 key indicators of affordability, economic well-being, quality of education and health, and quality of life. Austin ranked at the top of the list for 2022. Austin also ranked first as having the most restaurants per capita, so dig in, y’all!
Leander is the 2nd hottest zip code in the U.S.
With the Austin area growing in popularity and the suburbs north of the city center becoming home to major business hubs and factories, it’s no surprise that the surrounding zip codes are seeing an increased interest in home buyers. The 78641 zip had the second-highest number of homes that entered into contract within 90 days of going on the market in 2021, according to the data.
Austin ranks #5 for 'Best 150 Places to Live in 2021-2022'
The capital city consistently ranks at or near the top of this list every year, so it comes as no surprise that we’re still in the top 5! The study points to Austin having a vibrant scene filled with live music, plenty of things to do with your dog, jobs in major sectors, and incredible educational opportunities.
REAL ESTATE IN AUSTIN
Austin is the #2 best real estate market
Texas is hot, but the real estate market is even hotter (in a good way)! Frisco, Texas barely edged out Austin for the number one spot. In terms of large cities, though, Austin comes in first! This means now is a great time to look into buying a home in the city, because the rate your home appreciates will likely keep climbing.
Hot Texas real estate market brings in billions from international buyers
The Texas Association of Realtors' 2021 Texas International Homebuyers Report reveals that nearly 10,000 homes were sold to international buyers in Texas from April 2020 to March 2021, totaling $4.9 billion in sales. That accounts for 9 percent of all homes purchased by international homebuyers in the United States during that time period.
JOBS IN AUSTIN
Austin job market earns #2 ranking
The city has quickly bounced back to its pre-pandemic job level. Austin landed the number two spot on the list of the best-performing job markets among the top 50 metros in the US. The Austin area has a number of large employers that contribute to the healthy job market. So if you’re looking to find a job when you move, chances are good here!
Austin in the top 10 most affordable cities to find a good-paying job as a programmer
Skyrocketing costs of living have made traditional tech hubs like San Francisco less appealing for workers, but other more affordable opportunities still exist around the country. Austin came in at number 9. Google, Facebook, Atlassian, Oracle, and more employ thousands in what is becoming known as "Silicon Hills." If you’re looking to advance your career or get started in the industry, the tech companies in Austin may attract you to the city.
Austin is the best city for startups
With the culture of innovation in town and things like the Austin Technology Incubator, South by Southwest, and numerous accelerators, Austin is a great place to bring your vision to life. The team at Moving.com even says it's the number one place to begin your startup. They looked at cities and based their rankings on the programs available to startups, the cost of living, resources, and financial support.
Austin is 8th best place to live and work as a filmmaker in 2022
Many movies have been filmed in Austin like Dazed and Confused, Miss Congeniality, Boyhood, and more. The city is a great place for filmmakers to get involved in different projects, like the South by Southwest Film Festival. There are also the Austin Film Society’s filmmaker support programs.
Best Cities For Tech Jobs 2022
According to the CompTIA Tech Town Index, Austin is the top city for tech jobs. The study looked at cities and compared the number of IT job ads, the number of people employed, cost of living, yearly job growth, and more. Many tech companies have a presence in Austin like Google, Apple, IBM, Facebook, Dell, and more. The study went on to show that Austin can look forward to a 16% expected growth in IT jobs in the next five years.
Austin is the 2nd best metro for digital nomads
A new study spearheaded by Yelp took a look at how people are living since the start of the pandemic. One of the biggest emerging trends is that more workers want the opportunity to work and live wherever they want. The study looked at available and affordable housing, flexibility of housing, and a mix of community amenities like outdoor recreation opportunities.
LIFE IN AUSTIN
Austin designated an all-star city for LGBTQIA communities
Each year, the Human Rights Campaign Foundation and the Equality Federation compile data to create a nationwide evaluation of municipal law. The study looks at how different cities are embodying LGBTQ+ inclusion in their laws, policies, and services. The highest score a city can get is 100, and Austin scored 100!
Most Fun Cities in America
Everyone likes to have fun. But we all prefer our personal brand of a good time. Some people like trying new restaurants, traveling, going to bars and clubs, or playing outdoor sports. Others enjoy riding roller coasters, going to the movies, or playing video games. From a vibrant music and food scene to endless recreational activities, it comes as no surprise to us that Austin is so fun!
Austin gets some love as one of the top U.S. cities for singles
Austin came in fifth place as one of the best U.S. cities where you should live if you’re looking for love. The study looked at factors that might make dating easier, like the cost of a meal for two, the number of single people, the online dating scene in town, and more.
Austin eatery #5 on list of top U.S. restaurants for 2022
From barbecue joints to innovative food trucks, Austin is known for having a mouthwatering foodie scene. Each year, the Top 100 US Restaurants list reveals Yelper’s latest favorites. One spot that locals love and reviewers are hyping up is Bird Bird Biscuit. This chicken, sausage, egg, and biscuit place in Austin came in at number five. Fans love how the fluffy thick biscuits are the perfect bookends to the tasty center of their choice.
Austin is the king of quirky
This travel blog has more than 4 million subscribers who are looking to discover the best destinations. It recently ranked the quirkiest cities in the U.S. and listed Austin at the top based on a number of factors that draw visitors to appreciate just how weird Austin can be. The blog points to destinations like Hippie Hollow Park, The Brew and Brew, the many taco joints in town, and more as helping keep the city quirky.
Austin is the #1 city for music lovers
Several musical giants—Willie Nelson, Janis Joplin, and Beyoncé, to name a few—have called Texas their home, so it’s no surprise that the state’s capital is at the top of this list. With over a thousand venues, a handful of legendary music festivals, and a diverse mix of local artists, Austin offers a vibrant music scene that few cities can match.
Austin is the 2nd best city for gamers
Investopedia recently reported that the gaming industry is larger than the movie and music industries combined. As WalletHub announced with their recent study, Austin is the 2nd best city gamer-friendly city. They looked at things like average internet speed, video-game stores per capita, and the number of esports tournaments. If you’re into gaming, Austin is a great place to be.
COLLEGE IN AUSTIN
Austin is the best college city in America
Austinites know that one of the most universal ways to spot someone else who loves the city is to say “hook ‘em” and shape your hand into something resembling a longhorn by raising your index and pinky fingers. That’s because the college culture in Austin is so prominent, and WalletHub even ranked Austin as the best college city in America. The study looked at academic, social, and economic opportunities for students, as well as the cost of living in the area and other factors.
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