Central Living

Austin is nestled among the rolling hills and lakes of Central Texas, the seat of state government, an educational Mecca with several area universities and an entertainment complex that includes the best of live music, the arts and all the fun of the great outdoors.

Each year Austin pops up on national ranking lists, bringing the city publicity and reinforcing Austin’s high quality of life. Yet for those who live in Austin, day-to-day experiences count more than statistics on paper.

Austin is a forward-thinking city that has gained global attention for its technological innovation and business growth in various industry sectors. At the same time, Austin is still a medium-sized city populated by residents with a strong sense of local pride and love for the city’s laid back way of life. It is this happy medium between progress and preserving the Austin way of life that only those who live in the city can truly appreciate.

Source:  Austin Chamber of Commerce Relocation Guide 2008