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Researched Updated Oct 22, 2026 Last changed Oct 31, 2026 About guide entries

Food and Drink

Wine Bars
June's All Day (1722 S Congress Ave), an all-day cafe with a changing wine list. 35
Best Food Delivery App
Favor, the H-E-B-owned Austin app, delivers restaurants and H-E-B groceries. 31
Best Local Dish to Try
Beef brisket at Franklin Barbecue (900 E 11th St) is USD 42 a pound. Open Tuesday to Sunday from 11:00 until sold out. 30 65
Vegan/Vegetarian Options
Kerbey Lane Cafe has a large vegan menu. The Whole Foods flagship at West 6th and Lamar has a vegetarian food bar. 15
Best Dessert Spots
Amy's Ice Creams, including the shop at 13265 US 183, which Favor still lists for delivery. 32
Affordable Shopping Spots
H-E-B is the main supermarket. The Whole Foods flagship is at West 6th Street and Lamar Boulevard. South Congress is the strip for independent shops. 15
E-commerce/Online Store
Amazon ships to Austin addresses. For same-day groceries, use H-E-B inside the Favor app. 31 15
Grocery Delivery
H-E-B Now inside the Favor app. Favor is part of H-E-B and delivers groceries as well as restaurant orders. 31
Bar/Nightlife Area
Rainey Street (bungalow bars; rideshare drop at Davis and Rainey) and 6th Street. Wikivoyage treats 6th Street as the main strip and a tourist scene. 33 15
Local Brewery
Jester King (13187 Fitzhugh Rd, southwest of town) is open daily for beer and pizza. Monday to Thursday 14:00-20:00, Friday 14:00-21:00, Saturday 11:00-21:00, Sunday 11:00-20:00. 34 72
Street Food Stalls
Food-truck parks include The Picnic, Thicket, 5000 Burnet and Mueller. Named trailers include East Side King, Chi'lantro and the Peached Tortilla. 15
Popular International Cuisine
East Side King (Thai-influenced trailer cooking) and Chi'lantro (Korean-Mexican). Tex-Mex at Torchy's Tacos and Maudie's is the everyday local alternative. 15

Essentials

City
Austin, Texas, United States 15
Population
1,002,632 in the city (Census estimate, 1 July 2025) and about 2.62 million in the Austin-Round Rock-San Marcos metro (Census via FRED, 2025). 10 11 12
Internet Speed
Google Fiber Core is USD 70 a month for up to 1,000 Mbps up and down where the address is served (3 Gig USD 100, 8 Gig USD 150). An Ookla fixed-broadband metro median for late 2025 to early 2026 was about 381 Mbps. 1 13
Currency & Banking
US dollar (USD). The World Bank official rate is 1.0 USD per USD for 2024 and 2025, so local prices need no conversion. 14
Tap Water
Drinkable. Austin Water treats Colorado River water from Lake Travis and Lake Austin; the 2025 report says it meets federal standards, with average hardness of 93 ppm. 5
Power
120 V, 60 Hz, plug types A and B. 8
SIM Card
T-Mobile prepaid unlimited is USD 45 a month after a USD 50 first month, plus taxes (hotspot then drops to 3G). Visible is USD 25 a month unlimited on Verizon, taxes included. 2 3
Banking for Expats
Cards and phone wallets are the normal way to pay. Sit-down restaurants expect a 15-20% tip on the pre-tax bill. Short stays rarely need a US bank account. 8 15
Accommodation
Zillow and Apartments.com for a lease. Zumper put a one-bedroom at USD 1,305 and RentCafe at USD 1,425 in October 2026; the city cost file uses USD 1,380. 63 64
Cashless Friendly
Yes. Cards are accepted almost everywhere. The Continental Club door is cash only. 8 39
Short Term Rentals
Airbnb and similar sites. The city requires a two-year short-term rental license, and from 1 July 2026 it asks platforms to remove unlicensed listings. 16
Budget Accommodation
Firehouse Hostel (605 Brazos St), in the 1885 fire station downtown. Dorms from USD 29 a night, private rooms from USD 99. 17 91
Best Area to Stay for Tourists
Downtown, for the Capitol and 6th Street, and South Congress, for the walk to the lake, shops and the Continental Club. 15
Best Area to Stay for Digital Nomads
East Austin, around East Cesar Chavez, for cafes and Black Swan Yoga, with Capital Factory at 700 Brazos St a short ride downtown. WeWork also sits on Congress Avenue. 19 28 18

Working and Networking

Best Coworking Space
WeWork (600 Congress Ave and four other Austin sites): day pass from USD 39, monthly coworking from USD 289 (list USD 339). Capital Factory at 700 Brazos St starts at USD 250 a month; 24/7 coworking there is an add-on. 18 19 89 90
Best Cafe for Work
Radio Coffee & Beer opens at 7:00. Radio South is 4204 Menchaca Rd; Radio Rosewood is 1115 E 11th St. 20
Networking Events
Capital Factory (700 Brazos St) is the downtown founder hub. Memberships start at USD 250 a month and include events; meetups run most nights. 19 90
Social Events for Expats
No dedicated expat club was reconfirmed. Capital Factory (700 Brazos St) runs member meetups most nights, and SXSW (15-21 March 2027) is the week the tech crowd is in town. 19 37

Transportation

Best Taxi/Ride App
Uber and Lyft. The local nonprofit RideAustin shut down in June 2020. Rainey Street uses a rideshare drop at Davis and Rainey. 15 22 33
Bike/Scooter Rental
CapMetro Bikeshare: USD 2.50 to unlock plus USD 0.25 a minute, or USD 25 for 31 days of trips up to 30 minutes. The fleet is only partly restored; full service is expected by the end of 2026. 4 21
Best Beach Nearby
No ocean beach in town. Barton Springs Pool (2201 William Barton Dr) is the city swim, USD 9 for a non-resident adult. Lake Travis is the lake beach to the west; the Gulf is a long drive south. 29 44 66
Top Regional Airline
Southwest Airlines, the largest carrier at Austin-Bergstrom. The May 2026 airport snapshot shows more than 130 Southwest departures on peak weekdays. 9 23
Top International Airline
British Airways (London Heathrow, double daily from 29 March 2026), KLM (Amsterdam) and Lufthansa (Frankfurt), all from the Barbara Jordan Terminal. 9 23
Highway Access
I-35 through the middle of the city, Loop 1 (MoPac) to the west, and US 183 from the airport toward the northwest suburbs. US 290 and SH 71 (Ben White) are the southern east-west freeway. 15
Main Train/Transit Hub
Flights use Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS), 3600 Presidential Blvd. CapMetro MetroRail uses Downtown Station at 209 E 4th St. Amtrak uses 250 N Lamar Blvd. 9 70 69 78
Public Transport Passes
Local bus and Rapid: USD 1.25 a ride, capped at USD 2.50 a service day and USD 41.25 a calendar month with Umo or a reloadable card. Paper day passes ended in 2026. MetroRail is the commuter fare, USD 3.50 a ride or USD 96.25 a month. Fares rise on 10 January 2027. 4
Regional Travel
Vonlane coaches board at the DoubleTree University Area (1617 N Interstate 35) for Dallas and Houston. Amtrak Texas Eagle train 21 reaches Austin at 18:22 and train 22 at 09:23, daily, at 250 N Lamar Blvd. 24 25 78

Health and Wellness

Best Hospital
Dell Seton Medical Center at the University of Texas (1500 Red River St) is the regional adult Level I trauma center. Call 911 in an emergency. Visitors need travel medical insurance; treatment is billed. 26 27 8 68
Yoga & Wellness Centers
Black Swan Yoga is donation-based heated yoga. Austin studios include 913 E Cesar Chavez St, plus Anderson Lane, Orchard and Westgate. 28 84
Gyms & Fitness Centers
Castle Hill Fitness, 1112 N Lamar Blvd. 79
Laundry Services
Washatopia (9030 Anderson Mill Rd) is open daily 7:30-21:00 for self-service, wash-and-fold, and pickup. 59

Culture and Attractions

Must-See Landmarks
The Texas State Capitol, open to the public seven days a week, and the Mexican free-tailed bat flight from under the Congress Avenue Bridge over Lady Bird Lake. 15 62 71 88
Museums & Art Venues
Blanton Museum of Art (200 E Martin Luther King Jr Blvd). Adults USD 15, free every Tuesday. Closed Monday. 36 94
Historical Sites
The Texas State Capitol at 112 E 11th St, open to the public every day. 15 71
Religious Sites
Saint Mary Cathedral, 203 E 10th St, downtown. 92
Annual Events
SXSW, 15-21 March 2027. Austin City Limits Music Festival at Zilker Park ran 2-4 and 9-11 October 2026. 37 38
Cultural Districts
South Congress (SoCo) for shops and music, and East Austin. 6th Street is the downtown nightlife strip. 15
Theater Venues
Paramount Theatre (713 Congress Ave) and ZACH Theatre on Jessie Street. 82 80
Music Scene
The Continental Club (1315 S Congress Ave). Most shows are 21+ and the door is cash. 39 81
Street Art
The Greetings from Austin mural at 1720 S 1st St in Bouldin. 74
Historic Buildings
The Driskill (604 Brazos St), the historic downtown hotel beside the 1885 fire station that is now Firehouse Hostel. 17 73
Local Heritage
Live music, barbecue, Tex-Mex and food trailers. Franklin Barbecue is the line people wait in; Torchy's Tacos and Maudie's cover everyday tacos. 15 30

Nature and Outdoor Activities

Nearby Nature Escapes
Barton Springs Pool in Zilker Park, 2201 William Barton Dr. Non-resident adults USD 9. Closed for cleaning on Thursday from 9:00 to 19:00. 29 66
National Parks Nearby
None in the metro. Guadalupe Mountains National Park (Salt Flat, far West Texas) and Big Bend National Park are the nearest National Park Service units, both a long drive west. 45 46 75 76
Cycling/Walking Paths
The Ann and Roy Butler Hike-and-Bike Trail loops Lady Bird Lake for about 10 miles. 44
Scenic Viewpoints
Mount Bonnell in Covert Park (3800 Mount Bonnell Rd), a short stair climb over Lake Austin. The park is free and open 5:00-22:00. 44 87
Birdwatching Locations
Hornsby Bend Bird Observatory, on the city biosolids plant east of town. Open 6:00-21:00; show an ID at the gate. The Congress Avenue bats are mammals, not a birding site. 43 86
Bonfire-Friendly Spots
Emma Long Metropolitan Park, on Lake Austin, has reservable campsites. City parks allow a grill only on a concrete pad with a picnic bench, and they ban wood and charcoal fires during a burn restriction. 42 85

Other Services and Amenities

Parcel Delivery Service
USPS, UPS and FedEx deliver across Austin. H-E-B stores also sell and reload CapMetro fare cards. 15 4
Table Tennis Spots
Spin at 701 Congress Ave closed in 2020. Austin Table Tennis Club lists open play at 8956 Research Blvd, day pass USD 12 and monthly USD 60 (directory updated 11 Oct 2025); the pin is not on OpenStreetMap, so call ahead. 57 58
Libraries & Study Spots
Austin Central Library, 710 W Cesar Chavez St. Monday to Thursday 9:00-20:00, Friday 9:00-17:00, Saturday 10:00-17:00, Sunday 12:00-17:00. 40 67
Community Centers
Asian American Resource Center, 8401 Cameron Rd. 93
Gaming Lounges
Cidercade (600 E Riverside Dr): USD 12 for unlimited play. All ages by day, 18+ after 21:00. 41 83
Casino & Gaming Halls
No casino in Austin, and Texas has no commercial casinos. The tribal Kickapoo Lucky Eagle Casino-Hotel is in Eagle Pass (794 Lucky Eagle Dr), about 230 miles southwest. 60 77

Business

Studio Purchase Price (City Center)
About USD 7,280 per m² in downtown ZIP 78701 (median USD 676 per sq ft, trailing 12 months to 30 Sep 2026). A 40 m² example is about USD 291,000. 47
Studio Purchase Price (Outside City)
About USD 2,130 per m² in central Round Rock, ZIP 78664 (USD 198 per sq ft over the same period). A 40 m² example is about USD 85,000. That figure is house sales, not a condo index. 47
1-Bedroom Purchase Price (City Center)
About USD 7,280 per m² in downtown ZIP 78701 (USD 676 per sq ft to 30 Sep 2026). A 60 m² example is about USD 437,000. 47
1-Bedroom Purchase Price (Outside City)
About USD 2,130 per m² in central Round Rock, ZIP 78664 (USD 198 per sq ft). A 60 m² example is about USD 128,000. 47
2-Bedroom Purchase Price (City Center)
About USD 7,280 per m² in downtown ZIP 78701 (USD 676 per sq ft to 30 Sep 2026). An 85 m² example is about USD 619,000. The typical downtown sale was a condo around USD 636,000. 47
2-Bedroom Purchase Price (Outside City)
About USD 2,130 per m² in central Round Rock, ZIP 78664 (USD 198 per sq ft). An 85 m² example is about USD 181,000. 47
Corporate Tax
Federal corporate income tax is 21%. Texas has no corporate income tax. The 2026 and 2027 franchise (margin) tax is 0.75% (0.375% for retail and wholesale); revenue at or under USD 2.65 million owes none. 6 54
Dividend Withholding Tax
30% US withholding on dividends paid to foreign persons, often reduced by treaty. US persons are not withheld at 30%; qualified dividends are taxed at 0, 15 or 20%. 50 53
Tax System
US citizens are taxed on worldwide income wherever they live. Others become US tax residents under the substantial-presence test (183 weighted days). Texas has no state income tax. 51 52 53 61
Highest Income Tax Bracket
37% federal in 2026. Texas has no state personal income tax. 51 61
VAT
No federal VAT. Austin combined sales tax is 8.25% in 2026: 6.25% Texas, 1% city and 1% CapMetro. 7 49
Controlled Foreign Company (CFC) Rules
Yes. Subpart F and GILTI tax certain US shareholders on foreign-subsidiary income. 54
Property Tax
Yes. The city rate for FY 2026-27 is USD 0.579948 per USD 100 of taxable value. School, county, ACC and Central Health stack on top. A USD 500,000 Austin ISD homestead was about USD 8,215 for 2026 after standard exemptions. 7 48
Property Transaction Tax
No Texas real-estate transfer tax. The state constitution bars one. Recording fees still apply. 61
Attractive Tax System for Digital Nomads
No Texas income tax, which helps US persons, but there is no nomad visa or nomad tax regime. Visitors who meet the substantial-presence test are taxed on worldwide income at federal rates up to 37%, and a tourist or ESTA stay does not authorize US work. 51 52 55 56 61

About these guide entries

Method
Researched
Last updated
Oct 22, 2026
Last changed
Oct 31, 2026

Checked against the sources below and compared with similar cities. Numbers in the list point to these sources.

  1. Google Fiber Austin plansOfficial
  2. T-Mobile prepaid plansOfficial
  3. Visible plansOfficial
  4. CapMetro faresOfficial
  5. Austin Water 2025 quality reportOfficial
  6. Texas franchise tax rates 2026 and 2027Official
  7. City of Austin FY 2026-27 tax ratesOfficial
  8. Wikivoyage United StatesSecondary
  9. AUS airlines, Barbara Jordan TerminalOfficial
  10. City of Austin, Census 1 July 2025 populationOfficial
  11. Census QuickFacts Austin cityOfficial
  12. FRED Austin-Round Rock-San Marcos metro populationOfficial
  13. Ookla fixed-broadband medians, late 2025 to early 2026Secondary
  14. World Bank official exchange rate, United StatesOfficial
  15. Wikivoyage AustinSecondary
  16. City of Austin short-term rentalsOfficial
  17. Firehouse HostelOfficial
  18. WeWork AustinListings
  19. Capital Factory STATION Austin, memberships from USD 250Official
  20. Radio Coffee and BeerOfficial
  21. CapMetro BikeshareOfficial
  22. Community Impact, RideAustin shutdown June 2020News
  23. AUS May 2026 air service snapshotOfficial
  24. Vonlane Austin terminalOfficial
  25. Texas Eagle schedule, Austin stopSecondary
  26. Dell Seton Medical CenterOfficial
  27. UK FCDO USA healthOfficial
  28. Black Swan Yoga studiosOfficial
  29. Barton Springs Pool admissionOfficial
  30. Franklin Barbecue menuOfficial
  31. Favor app, H-E-BOfficial
  32. Favor, Amys Ice Creams listingListings
  33. Rainey Street DistrictOfficial
  34. Jester King BreweryOfficial
  35. OpenTable, Junes All DayListings
  36. Blanton Museum of Art visitOfficial
  37. SXSW 2027 datesOfficial
  38. Austin City Limits Music Festival 2026Official
  39. Continental Club Austin ticketsOfficial
  40. Austin Central LibraryOfficial
  41. Cidercade AustinOfficial
  42. Austin parks grilling rules, 3 Aug 2026Official
  43. Hornsby Bend Bird ObservatoryOfficial
  44. Austin tourism outdoor guideSecondary
  45. Guadalupe Mountains National ParkOfficial
  46. Big Bend National ParkOfficial
  47. Unlock MLS Austin ZIP prices to 30 Sep 2026Listings
  48. Community Impact, 2026 Austin property tax billNews
  49. Avalara Austin combined sales tax 2026Professional
  50. PwC US withholding taxes, reviewed 4 Sep 2026Professional
  51. IRS 2026 inflation adjustmentsOfficial
  52. IRS substantial presence testOfficial
  53. PwC US individual income taxProfessional
  54. PwC US corporate income taxProfessional
  55. CBP ESTAOfficial
  56. UK FCDO USA entry requirementsOfficial
  57. Eater Austin, Spin Austin closed 2020News
  58. Austin Table Tennis Club listing, updated 11 Oct 2025Listings
  59. WashatopiaOfficial
  60. Betting TX, nearest casino to AustinSecondary
  61. Texas tax benefits, no transfer taxSecondary
  62. Congress Avenue bats, Trail ConservancyOfficial
  63. Zumper Austin rent researchListings
  64. RentCafe Austin rentsListings
  65. OSM Franklin BarbecueReference
  66. OSM Barton Springs PoolReference
  67. OSM Austin Central LibraryReference
  68. OSM Dell Seton Medical CenterReference
  69. OSM Downtown MetroRail stationReference
  70. OSM Austin-Bergstrom International AirportReference
  71. OSM Texas State CapitolReference
  72. OSM Jester King BreweryReference
  73. OSM The DriskillReference
  74. OSM Greetings from Austin muralReference
  75. OSM Guadalupe Mountains National ParkReference
  76. OSM Big Bend National ParkReference
  77. OSM Kickapoo Lucky Eagle CasinoReference
  78. OSM Austin Amtrak stationReference
  79. OSM Castle Hill FitnessReference
  80. OSM ZACH TheatreReference
  81. OSM Continental ClubReference
  82. OSM Paramount TheatreReference
  83. OSM CidercadeReference
  84. OSM Black Swan Yoga, Cesar ChavezReference
  85. OSM Emma Long Metropolitan ParkReference
  86. OSM Hornsby Bend Bird ObservatoryReference
  87. OSM Mount BonnellReference
  88. OSM Congress Avenue BridgeReference
  89. OSM WeWork 600 CongressReference
  90. OSM Capital FactoryReference
  91. OSM Firehouse HostelReference
  92. OSM Saint Mary CathedralReference
  93. OSM Asian American Resource CenterReference
  94. OSM Blanton Museum of ArtReference

Change history

    • Grocery Delivery H-E-B Delivery, Instacart, Amazon Fresh H-E-B Now inside the Favor app. Favor is part of H-E-B and delivers groceries as well as…
    • Gyms & Fitness Centers Castle Hill Fitness, Gold's Gym (multiple locations) Castle Hill Fitness, 1112 N Lamar Blvd.
    • Highest Income Tax Bracket 37% Federal; 0% State 37% federal in 2026. Texas has no state personal income tax.
    • Highway Access I-35, MoPac (Loop 1), and Hwy 183 I-35 through the middle of the city, Loop 1 (MoPac) to the west, and US 183 from the…
    • Historic Buildings The Driskill Hotel (opened 1886) The Driskill (604 Brazos St), the historic downtown hotel beside the 1885 fire station…
    • Historical Sites The Bullock Texas State History Museum The Texas State Capitol at 112 E 11th St, open to the public every day.
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    • Internet Speed High-speed fiber (Google Fiber, AT&T) up to 1000 Mbps; average 250 Mbps Google Fiber Core is USD 70 a month for up to 1,000 Mbps up and down where the address is…
    • Language Classes Texas Language Center (UT Austin), Austin Community College not set
    • Laundry Services Washatopia (Self-service/Drop-off) at 2101 South Lamar Blvd Washatopia (9030 Anderson Mill Rd) is open daily 7:30-21:00 for self-service…
    • Libraries & Study Spots Austin Central Library (Award-winning architecture) Austin Central Library, 710 W Cesar Chavez St. Monday to Thursday 9:00-20:00, Friday…
    • Local Brewery Austin Beerworks, Jester King Brewery Jester King (13187 Fitzhugh Rd, southwest of town) is open daily for beer and pizza…
    • Local Heritage Keep Austin Weird culture, Tex-Mex influence Live music, barbecue, Tex-Mex and food trailers. Franklin Barbecue is the line people wait…
    • Local Markets Texas Farmers' Market at Mueller (Sundays) not set
    • Main Train/Transit Hub Capital MetroRail (Downtown Station), Austin-Berstrom International (AUS) Flights use Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS), 3600 Presidential Blvd. CapMetro…
    • Museums & Art Venues Blanton Museum of Art, The Contemporary Austin Blanton Museum of Art (200 E Martin Luther King Jr Blvd). Adults USD 15, free every…
    • Music Scene Continental Club, Antone's Nightclub The Continental Club (1315 S Congress Ave). Most shows are 21+ and the door is cash.
    • Must-See Landmarks Texas State Capitol, Lady Bird Lake The Texas State Capitol, open to the public seven days a week, and the Mexican free-tailed…
    • National Parks Nearby Guadalupe Mountains (7hr drive), Big Bend (9hr drive) None in the metro. Guadalupe Mountains National Park (Salt Flat, far West Texas) and Big…
    • Nearby Nature Escapes Barton Springs Pool (Natural spring $9 non-resident) Barton Springs Pool in Zilker Park, 2201 William Barton Dr. Non-resident adults USD 9…
    • Networking Events Austin Digital Nomads Meetup, Built In Austin events Capital Factory (700 Brazos St) is the downtown founder hub. Memberships start at USD 250…
    • Parcel Delivery Service FedEx Office, UPS Store, USPS USPS, UPS and FedEx deliver across Austin. H-E-B stores also sell and reload CapMetro fare…
    • Popular International Cuisine Ramen Tatsu-Ya (Japanese), Loro (Asian-Smokehouse fusion) East Side King (Thai-influenced trailer cooking) and Chi'lantro (Korean-Mexican). Tex-Mex…
    • Population 975,000 (City), 2.4 million (Metro area) 1,002,632 in the city (Census estimate, 1 July 2025) and about 2.62 million in the…
    • Power 120V, 60Hz, 🔌 Type A/B sockets 120 V, 60 Hz, plug types A and B.
    • Property Tax Yes, high rates approx. 1.8% to 2.2% of assessed value Yes. The city rate for FY 2026-27 is USD 0.579948 per USD 100 of taxable value. School…
    • Property Transaction Tax No state transfer tax; small recording fees apply No Texas real-estate transfer tax. The state constitution bars one. Recording fees still…
    • Public Transport Passes CapMetro App: $1.25 Single, $2.50 Day Pass Local bus and Rapid: USD 1.25 a ride, capped at USD 2.50 a service day and USD 41.25 a…
    • Regional Travel Vonlane (Luxury bus) to Dallas/Houston, Amtrak Texas Eagle Vonlane coaches board at the DoubleTree University Area (1617 N Interstate 35) for Dallas…
    • Religious Sites St. Mary's Cathedral, Austin Buddhist Vihara Saint Mary Cathedral, 203 E 10th St, downtown.
    • SIM Card T-Mobile, AT&T, Verizon. Mint Mobile ($15/mo) is a popular budget choice T-Mobile prepaid unlimited is USD 45 a month after a USD 50 first month, plus taxes…
    • Scenic Viewpoints Mount Bonnell (highest point in city) Mount Bonnell in Covert Park (3800 Mount Bonnell Rd), a short stair climb over Lake…
    • Short Term Rentals Airbnb, Landing (furnished flexible leases), Sonder Airbnb and similar sites. The city requires a two-year short-term rental license, and from…
    • Social Events for Expats Internations Austin, Austin Newcomers Club No dedicated expat club was reconfirmed. Capital Factory (700 Brazos St) runs member…
    • Street Art Greetings from Austin Mural (S 1st St & Annie St) The Greetings from Austin mural at 1720 S 1st St in Bouldin.
    • Street Food Stalls The Picnic Food Trailer Park (Barton Springs Rd) Food-truck parks include The Picnic, Thicket, 5000 Burnet and Mueller. Named trailers…
    • Studio Purchase Price (City Center) Approx. $8,500 per m² (e.g., 40 m² = $340,000) About USD 7,280 per m² in downtown ZIP 78701 (median USD 676 per sq ft, trailing 12 months…
    • Studio Purchase Price (Outside City) Approx. $5,200 per m² (e.g., 40 m² = $208,000) About USD 2,130 per m² in central Round Rock, ZIP 78664 (USD 198 per sq ft over the same…
    • Table Tennis Spots Spin Austin (701 Congress Ave) Spin at 701 Congress Ave closed in 2020. Austin Table Tennis Club lists open play at 8956…
    • Tap Water Safe to drink; high mineral content Drinkable. Austin Water treats Colorado River water from Lake Travis and Lake Austin; the…
    • Tax System Citizens/Residents: Worldwide income; Non-residents: US source income US citizens are taxed on worldwide income wherever they live. Others become US tax…
    • Tech Repair Services Rossmove iPhone Repair, CPR Cell Phone Repair not set
    • Theater Venues The Paramount Theatre, ZACH Theatre Paramount Theatre (713 Congress Ave) and ZACH Theatre on Jessie Street.
    • Top International Airline American Airlines, British Airways, KLM/Lufthansa British Airways (London Heathrow, double daily from 29 March 2026), KLM (Amsterdam) and…
    • Top Regional Airline Southwest Airlines Southwest Airlines, the largest carrier at Austin-Bergstrom. The May 2026 airport snapshot…
    • VAT 8.25% Sales Tax (combined state and local) No federal VAT. Austin combined sales tax is 8.25% in 2026: 6.25% Texas, 1% city and 1%…
    • Vegan/Vegetarian Options Arlo's (Food truck), Bouldin Creek Cafe Kerbey Lane Cafe has a large vegan menu. The Whole Foods flagship at West 6th and Lamar…
    • Wine Bars Wine Belly, June’s All Day June's All Day (1722 S Congress Ave), an all-day cafe with a changing wine list.
    • Yoga & Wellness Centers Black Swan Yoga (donation-based), Practice Yoga Austin Black Swan Yoga is donation-based heated yoga. Austin studios include 913 E Cesar Chavez…

    changed items, named for the log: Internet Speed, Currency & Banking, SIM Card, Banking for Expats, Cashless Friendly, Short Term Rentals, Budget Accommodation, Best Coworking Space, Best Cafe for Work, Networking Events, Social Events for Expats, Best Taxi/Ride App, Bike/Scooter Rental, Best Beach Nearby, Top Regional Airline, Top International Airline, Highway Access, Main Train/Transit Hub, Public Transport Passes, Best Hospital, Yoga & Wellness Centers, Gyms & Fitness Centers, Laundry Services, Best Food Delivery App, Best Local Dish to Try, Vegan/Vegetarian Options, Best Dessert Spots, Affordable Shopping Spots, E-commerce/Online Store, Grocery Delivery, Bar/Nightlife Area, Local Brewery, Wine Bars, Street Food Stalls, Popular International Cuisine, Must-See Landmarks, Museums & Art Venues, Historical Sites, Religious Sites, Annual Events, Cultural Districts, Theater Venues, Music Scene, Historic Buildings, Local Heritage, Nearby Nature Escapes, National Parks Nearby, Cycling/Walking Paths, Scenic Viewpoints, Birdwatching Locations, Bonfire-Friendly Spots, Parcel Delivery Service, Table Tennis Spots, Libraries & Study Spots, Community Centers, Gaming Lounges, Casino & Gaming Halls, Studio Purchase Price (City Center), Studio Purchase Price (Outside City), 1-Bedroom Purchase Price (City Center), 1-Bedroom Purchase Price (Outside City), 2-Bedroom Purchase Price (City Center), 2-Bedroom Purchase Price (Outside City), Dividend Withholding Tax, Tax System, Highest Income Tax Bracket, VAT, Controlled Foreign Company (CFC) Rules, Property Transaction Tax, Best Area to Stay for Tourists, Best Area to Stay for Digital Nomads, Attractive Tax System for Digital Nomads.

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