Independent data and civic insights for Austin, Texas.
Austin by the Numbers
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.