Austin is one of the best places to live, but don’t take our word for it! Check out the “Best of” awards our wonderful city has won over the past couple of years.
Best of 2021
- #5 in Best Places to Live by U.S. News & World Report
- #29 in Best Places to Retire by U.S. News & World Report
- #1 in Best Places to Live in Texas by U.S. News & World Report
- #13 in Fastest Growing Places by U.S. News & World Report
- #26 in Best Places to Live by Niche
- Rollingwood Neighborhood #8 Place with the Best Public Schools in America by Niche
- West Lake Neighborhood Neighborhood #8 Place with the Best Public Schools in America by Niche
- #19 in Best Cities for Young Professionals in America by Niche
- #35 in Best Cities to Raise a Family in America by Niche
- #9 in Most Educated Cities by WalletHub
- #7 in Best Places to Buy a House by WalletHub
- #2 in Best College Town & Cities by WalletHub
- #7 in Best Cities for an Active Lifestyle by WalletHub
- #7 in Healthiest Places to Live in the U.S. by WalletHub
- #27 in Happiest Cities in the U.S. by WalletHub
- #4 in Best Cities to Start a Career by WalletHub
- #22 in Best Places to Raise a Family by WalletHub
- #15 in Most Pet-Friendly Cities by WalletHub
- #19 in Best Cities for Staycations by WalletHub
- #23 in Cities with Strongest Economic Recoveries from COVID-19 by SmartAsset
- #2 in Top Five Housing Markets for Growth and Stability by SmartAsset
Best of 2020
- Gold Peak Performance Award by National Association of Clean Water Agencies
- #5 in Best Cities for Veterans to Live by WalletHub
Best of 2019
- #2 in Best Large Cities to Live in by WalletHub
- #11 in Most Fun Cities in America by WalletHub
- #19 in Best Coffee Cities in America by WalletHub
- #10 in Best Food Cities in America by WalletHub
If you want more information about Austin, check out our resources here. We have a homebuyer guide, annual events in Austin, and great BBQ spots for a free download.