What BestPlaces Users Say about Austin
Austin, Texas is a rapidly growing city known for its vibrant music scene, outdoor activities, and booming tech industry. With a diverse population and a thriving economy, many people are flocking to this city to live and work. However, as with any place, there are both positive and negative aspects to living in Austin. In order to better understand the experiences of those who have lived in this city, I have gathered a variety of user reviews from BestPlaces.net.
According to user reviews on BestPlaces.net, there are many positive aspects to living in Austin. One user, Grace, shares that "Austin has a great sense of community and a friendly atmosphere. People are generally laid back and open-minded, making it easy to make new friends." Another user, John, praises the city's job market, stating that "Austin offers a wide range of job opportunities, especially in the tech industry. I was able to find a job in my field within a few weeks of moving here." Additionally, user Lily highlights the city's vibrant culture, saying that "there is always something fun to do in Austin, whether it's attending a music festival, trying out a new restaurant, or exploring the city's beautiful parks."
On the other hand, there are also some negative aspects mentioned by users about living in Austin. One user, Mike, expresses his frustration with the city's traffic, stating that "the traffic in Austin is a nightmare, especially during rush hour. It can be stressful and time-consuming to get around." Another user, Samantha, mentions the high cost of living in Austin, saying that "rent prices and property taxes are constantly on the rise, making it difficult for some people to afford to live here." User David brings up an important issue, stating that "while Austin is a diverse city, there are also issues with gentrification and displacement of longtime residents in certain areas."
In conclusion, many user reviews on BestPlaces.net highlight the positive aspects of living in Austin, such as its sense of community, job opportunities, and vibrant culture. However, there are also some challenges and drawbacks mentioned, such as traffic, cost of living, and issues with gentrification. Overall, these user reviews provide valuable insights for anyone considering a move to Austin, allowing them to weigh the pros and cons and make an informed decision for themselves.
based on 449 ReviewsGet to know Austin with the latest comments and reviews from people who live in or have visited Austin
A great alternative to California! - 6/24/2011
I hear that Austin in the most expensive city in Texas, but compared to what we were paying in CA for junk, it is really great here and quite affordable. No state income tax is nice, and then you can dispute your property tax down a bit... it's nice! Affordable and very family
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Austin is great economically, but you've gotta lik - 6/3/2011
Pros: Plenty of jobs in the high-tech industry. Even though Austin is one of the most expensive places to live in Texas, it's more affordable than many other metro areas in the country. Ozone action days are on the high side, but again, compared to many other metro areas, the air and water quality are pretty great. The weather is very nice from about October-March. Very mild. A nice bonus is that Austin is fairly vegetarian friendly (it's no NYC, though, let me stress). The airport is pretty easy in terms of parking and lines. There are tons of health care options. No need to drive to another city to see a specialist.
Cons: Traffic is horrible at rush hour. Not much in terms of public transportation. But personally, for me, the worst two things about living in Austin are the very hot and long summers (yes, with humidity) and being land-locked. Allergies are also horrible here, and the schools seem to be in trouble. Lots of budget problems, school closings and teacher
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Chasing a healthy economy - 3/29/2011
Austin is a lovely city, with friendly people and a terrific social and cultural scene. My son and I are heartbroken after relocating from New England only seven months ago and, as of three weeks ago, being forced to return to the northeast and its, hopefully, reviving economy. We arrived in a south Austin suburb in July of 2010, hugely optimistic about my finding a teaching or paraprofessional job in an elementary school in one of the six accessible public school districts. We moved in temporarily with my cousin and started looking at potential home investments in the area. My pre-relocation research had confirmed that the economic forecasts for the greater Austin area dubbed it one of the best areas to find a job during the recession, even the State Department of Education website had posted a notice calling for teachers to come to Texas through 2010, then extended through 2014. In addition to having family living in the area, I was drawn to greater Austin by my military
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Retired in Austin - 2/26/2011
Native Texas farm boy; now retired and living in Austin, TX the past twenty years. Lived in the SF bay area for ten years before moving back home to Texas.
Bottom line: I'm tired of Austin. Grown too big. Too much traffic. Property taxes way too high.
This is a city for younger folks. Something going on every week-end. Seems like they block off the streets every other week for another marathon or other street event.
Night life and music is abundant. The sixth street area is a party every night; lots of UT students and techies.
The local nightly news is always about whats going on downtown (sixth street, Lady Bird Lake hiking area, Austin City Limits studio, etc..). Watching the local news you'd think Austin didn't have any suburbs.
Austin is not what you'd call a traditional Texas town. Way too socially and politically liberal. Native Texans call it the Berkeley of Texas.
For me, at this point in my life,
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The Economy in Austin - 2/16/2011
Austin, Texas is an attractive place to be, with "Keep Austin Weird" being the theme for the city. Unfortunately, the past few years, Keeping Austin Weird is not doing much for those in the city without jobs to support their families. Although the jobless rate is down, you would be wise not to be mislead. It is not unusual to find one with a bachelor degree, who just a few years ago enjoyed a salary of $80,000 or more annually working as an hourly employee at the local home improvement store, or working behind the counter at the Mcdonald's. Many have multiple jobs, just to make ends meet, and keep food on the table and a roof over their head. Although the jobless rate may have declined, this does not mean that the jobs are plentiful, and this does not mean that these jobs are enough to support a household.
With many of the schools in the city being slated for closure, another several hundred degreed individuals will soon find themselves with no way of supporting their
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Austin is at the top of cities in the USA for a re - 1/14/2011
Austin is number 1 in real estate, job growth, and so much more.
We have an educated work force due to UT, very fit, support local business, diverse and accepting of diversity, great for singles, families and seniors alike. Our rents are going up as is housing demands due to builders running out of lots to build on. Great time to invest in Austin Real Estate.
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Austin is number 1 market in the USA for a reason - 1/14/2011
Austin has so much going for it but the best thing is the people support local business that keeps our economy strong. Rents are going up and occupancy rates are very high, our supply of homes is on the decline because builders are running out of lots, causing the demand for preowned homes to increase. Low unemployment compared to rest of country, high job growth, very educated work force, affordable housing, very fit, very diverse and accepting population, SO MUCH MORE. CONTACT ME AS I AM A REALTOR IN AUSTIN AND WOULD LOVE TO HELP YOU IF YOU ARE LOOKING TO INVEST OR MOVE HERE. I HAVE TONS OF LINKS TO BACK UP WHAT I AM SAYING ABOVE.
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