Austin

TX

Travis County, Texas

Population 1.3M |Median income $99,611 |14 hospitals

Population

1,330,015

Travis County

Median Income

$99,611

+47% vs avg

Median Home Value

$523,000

+130% vs avg

Median Age

35.6

years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024

Population

1.3M+25%

Median Income

$99,611+72%

Median Home Value

$523,000+139%

Poverty Rate

10.9%-37%

Unemployment

4.6%-38%

Economics

Median Rent

$1,744/mo

Poverty Rate

10.9% -23% vs avg

Unemployment 4.6%

Bachelor's Degree+ 56.6%

Work From Home 30.2%

Public Transit 1.6%

Population

White 54.9%

African American 8.2%

Asian 8%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Short Sleep Duration

32.3%

Obesity

30.4%

High Blood Pressure

26.6%

Physical Inactivity

19.9%

Binge Drinking

19.3%

Frequent Mental Distress

15.9%

Lack of Health Insurance

13.9%

Frequent Physical Distress

10.3%

Current Smoking

9.5%

Current Asthma

9.2%

Preventive Care

Annual Checkup 72.7%

Dental Visit 59.9%

Other Measures

Diabetes

9%

Coronary Heart Disease

4.1%

Stroke

2.2%

Hospitals 14 total

Rating Distribution

★★★★★

1

★★★★

4

★★★

1

★★

1

★

0

Average Rating

3.7/5

Total Hospitals

14

With ER

6

ST DAVID'S MEDICAL CENTER

AUSTIN · Acute Care Hospitals · ER

★★★★★

ASCENSION SETON MEDICAL CENTER AUSTIN

AUSTIN · Acute Care Hospitals · ER

★★★★☆

ST DAVID'S SOUTH AUSTIN MEDICAL CENTER

AUSTIN · Acute Care Hospitals · ER

★★★★☆

ASCENSION SETON NORTHWEST

AUSTIN · Acute Care Hospitals · ER

★★★★☆

BAYLOR SCOTT & WHITE MEDICAL CENTER PFLUGERVILLE

PFLUGERVILLE · Acute Care Hospitals · ER

★★★★☆

NORTH AUSTIN MEDICAL CENTER

AUSTIN · Acute Care Hospitals · ER

★★★☆☆

DELL SETON MED CENTER AT THE UNIVERSITY OF TX

AUSTIN · Acute Care Hospitals

★★☆☆☆

Alerts & News — Austin Area 6

Weather Alerts high

Red Flag Warning Issued for Deep South Texas: Critical Fire Weather Risk Through Monday

Weather Alerts high

Special Marine Warning Issued for Galveston Bay Through Sunday Night

Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for East Texas and Northwest Louisiana

Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Tyler and Jasper Counties in Southeast Texas

Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Jasper and Tyler Counties in Southeast Texas

FEMA Authorizes Fire Management Assistance for Corner Pocket Fire in Texas

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Austin, TX? ▼

Austin, TX has a population of 1,330,015 people, located in Travis County, Texas.

What is the median household income in Austin? ▼

The median household income in Austin, TX is $99,611 per year. The poverty rate is 10.9%.

What is the median home value in Austin? ▼

The median home value in Austin, TX is $523,000. Median rent is $1,744/month.

What are the top health concerns in Austin? ▼

The top health indicators in Austin include Short Sleep Duration (32.3%), Obesity (30.4%), High Blood Pressure (26.6%). Data from CDC PLACES.

How many hospitals are in Austin? ▼

Austin has 14 hospitals with an average rating of 3.7/5 stars. 6 have emergency departments.

What is the median age in Austin? ▼

The median age in Austin, TX is 35.6 years. 56.6% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Austin, TX is located in Travis County, Texas. With a population of 1.3M and a median household income of $99,611, the community faces health challenges including short sleep duration and obesity. Residents have access to 14 hospitals with an average rating of 3.7/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Austin area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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Data Sources

All data on this page comes from official U.S. government sources. Population and economic data from the Census Bureau American Community Survey (2022 5-year estimates). Health data from the CDC PLACES program (2023). Hospital ratings from CMS Hospital Compare (2024). Data is county-level (Travis County) as the smallest consistent geographic unit across all sources.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI UCR, CDC PLACES, and NCES. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.