City Government (Austin)
Austin City Hall – Austin City Council Members – City Manager’s Office – Austin Budget & Finance -Austin Code Department – Austin Public Records (Open Records Requests) – Austin Boards & Commissions Directory
County Government
Travis County Government Overview – Travis County Clerk – Travis County Tax Office – Travis County Sheriff’s Office – Williamson County Services – Hays County Services – Bastrop County Services – Caldwell County Services3. Courts & Legal System
Austin Municipal Court
Travis County District Courts – Travis County Justice of the Peace Courts – Probate Court – Juvenile Court Services – Legal Aid & Pro Bono Services – Public Defender’s Office – Crime Victim Services
Public Safety
Austin Police Department – Travis County Sheriff’s Office – Campus Police (UT Austin PD) – Emergency Communications (9‑1‑1 / 3‑1‑1) – Fire Departments (Austin Fire, County Fire) – EMS Services – Crime Reporting & Crime Maps
Transportation & Mobility
Capital Metro (Bus & Rail) – Austin Airport (AUS) – Austin Transportation Department – Toll Roads (TxTag, Central Texas Mobility Authority) – Bike Lanes & Trails – Parking Services – Traffic & Road Closures
Public Utilities & Infrastructure
Austin Energy – Austin Water – Texas Gas Service – Waste Management & Recycling – Street & Infrastructure Maintenance – Flooding & Watershed Protection
Health & Human Services
Austin Public Health – Travis County Health Services – Community Clinics & Hospitals – Immunization & Public Health Programs – WIC Offices – Medicaid/CHIP Enrollment Help
Mental Health & Crisis Services
Suicide Prevention Hotlines – Integral Care (Austin’s mental health authority) – Crisis Walk‑In Centers – Substance Abuse Treatment Programs – Domestic Violence Hotlines & Shelters – Sexual Assault Support Services
Housing, Shelters & Homeless Services
Emergency Shelters – Transitional Housing – Affordable Housing Programs – Rental Assistance Programs – Homeless Outreach Teams – Housing Authorities (Austin, Travis County)
Education & Schools
Austin ISD – Round Rock ISD – Pflugerville ISD
– Del Valle ISD – Charter Schools Directory – UT Austin – Austin Community College – Adult Education & GED Programs
Child & Family Services
Child Protective Services – Parenting Support Programs – Childcare Assistance – Youth Programs & After‑School Services – Foster Care & Adoption Resources
Seniors & Disability Services
Senior Centers – Meals on Wheels – Disability Services & ADA Resources – Veterans Services – Long‑Term Care Facilities
Environment, Parks & Wildlife- Austin Parks & Recreation
State Parks Near Austin – Wildlife Rescue & Rehabilitation – Environmental Quality Programs – Water Conservation Programs
Animals & Pet Services
Austin Animal Center – Travis County Animal Control – Lost & Found Pets – Pet Licensing – Low‑Cost Vet Clinics – Wildlife Removal
Permits, Planning & Development
Building Permits – Zoning & Land Use – Development Services Department – Historic Preservation – Code Violations & Reporting
Business, Licensing & Economic Development
Business Licensing – Small Business Resources – Economic Development Department – Vendor Registration – Workforce Development & Job Centers
Elections & Civic Participation
Voter Registration – Polling Locations – Election Results Archive – Campaign Finance Disclosures – Civic Engagement Organizations
Emergency Preparedness & Disaster Response
Emergency Alerts & Notifications – Flood Safety – Wildfire Safety – Extreme Heat Resources – Disaster Recovery Assistance
Community Resources & Nonprofits
Food Banks & Pantries – Community Centers – Faith‑Based Services – Immigrant & Refugee Services – LGBTQ+ Resource
Neighborhood & Community Engagement
Neighborhood Associations – Community Events Calendar – Local Media & Public Information – Volunteer Opportunities
Independent data and civic insights for Austin, Texas
Austin Examiner provides clear, factual, and continuously updated information about the city’s population, housing market, public safety, and major civic projects. All data comes from official public sources and updates automatically when those sources refresh.
Key Austin Metrics
Population and Demographics
Track Austin’s growth, age distribution, migration trends, and demographic changes using official Census and City of Austin data.
Housing Market
Follow median home prices, rent trends, inventory levels, and affordability metrics using Zillow, Redfin, and Austin Board of Realtors data.
Public Safety
Explore crime trends, police response data, and neighborhood-level safety indicators using Austin Police Department dashboards.
View Crime and Safety Dashboard
Civic Guides
Evergreen guides that explain how Austin works. These pages rarely change and help residents understand the city’s structure and systems.
- How Austin’s City Government Works
- Understanding Austin’s Budget
- Austin Neighborhoods and Districts Guide
- How Zoning Works in Austin
- Water, Energy, and Utilities Guide
- Austin Transportation and Transit Overview
Major Projects Tracker
Long-term civic projects that shape Austin’s future. These pages update only when major milestones occur.
- I-35 Expansion Project Overview
- Project Connect Light Rail Overview
- Water Forward Plan
- Austin Energy Grid Modernization
Rankings and Comparisons
Data-backed rankings updated annually. These pages help residents choose neighborhoods, schools, and communities.
- Best Austin Neighborhoods
- Best Austin School Districts
- Best Austin Suburbs for Affordability
- Best Parks and Outdoor Spaces
- Best Austin Suburbs for Families
- Best Austin Suburbs for Retirees
- Best Austin Suburbs for Nature Lovers
Resource Directory
A curated list of essential Austin resources, agencies, and public services.
- City Services
- Emergency Contacts
- Local Nonprofits
- Public Facilities
- Utilities and Providers
- Transit Resources
About Austin Examiner
Austin Examiner is an independent, data-driven civic resource. All information is sourced from official public datasets, government dashboards, and verified agencies. Our goal is to make Austin’s data accessible, understandable, and useful for every resident.