Austin Named the Best State Capital to Live in the US

Everything is bigger in Texas, but there is just something about this great state.  It's a great place to live and grow up, and even transplant.  There's a reason why so many people are moving to Texas.

Austin seems to be the place people are flocking. It is one of the great places in the state full of so many different walks of life and culture, making it unique.

What Makes Austin the Best State Capital to Live in the U.S.?

One of the reasons Austin is a great place to live is income.  Ausitn's median income is $87,519.   Along with income, it's the perfect place for business.  Austin's business scene is 4th in the country for new businesses opening.

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Education in Austin is top-notch, it is #1 in the US due to its share of public schools.  Greatschools.org rates them as above average.  Austin also has the third-highest percentage of high school graduates.  That doesn't even cover the great education available following high school.  Austin is the 4th highest in the country for those 25+ with a bachelor's degree.

Living in Austin comes with the second-highest life expectancy.  It's also filled with a ton of attractions and great places to eat.  These are the reasons why people are moving to Austin at a record-breaking pace.

Source: Wallet Hub's 2025's Best & Worst State Capitals to Live In

With all these great things about Austin, you'll also find the not-so-great things.

With all the growth comes overcrowding, there are only so many places to expand before things start going up. With its large population and continued growth, Austin has one of the highest crime rates in the country.  Oh, and it gets hot in Austin, really hot.