What is it Like to Live in Austin, Texas?

<h1>What is it Like to Live in Austin, Texas?</h1>Author: <a title="Joe Cline" href="http://www.articlesbase.com/authors/joe-cline/88254.htm">Joe Cline</a> Located on the banks of the Colorado River, Austin is the state capitol of Texas. As the fourth largest city in the state, it is also home to the largest public university in the nation - the University of Texas. Featuring three man made lakes within city limits, rolling hills and picturesque trees, Austin is the perfect place for those who desire the suburban feel with all the amenities a city an offer. Demographics As one of the top five fastest growing metropolitan areas in the United States, the Austin area is home to nearly 1.7 million people. About 750,000 of those reside within city limits. The majority of Austinites, or about 60% of residents consider themselves Caucasian, with the minorities being African Americans and Asian Americans. The majority of residents fall within the 25-44 age range, closely followed by those under age 18. The median age is 30, and only 7% of the population is 65 years of age or older. Climate Austin is situated in a warm and humid climate. With hot summers and mild winters, it is the perfect location for those who enjoy outdoor activities year round, without the bitter cold and piles of snow. With an annual precipitation of nearly 35” per year, spring is often wet while summers are hot and humid, reaching up to 90* on a typical day. Temperatures above the century mark are common, though there are only on average 24 days a year of below freezing weather. As such, snowfall is rare; a severe ice storm about twice a year can be expected. Attractions City attractions include the Lyndon Baines Johnson Library and Museum, the Texas Memorial Museum, Zilker Botanical Gardens, Austin Nature and Science Center and the George Washington Carver Museum and Cultural Center. There are also tours available of the state capitol building and governor’s mansion. Austin is also home to many minor league sporting teams in baseball, soccer, ice hockey and basketball. Outdoor attractions include Volente Beach, Natural Bridge Caverns, and the Schlitterbahn Waterpark Resort. The cities three man made lakes are Lake Austin, Lake Travis and Town Lake, all of which offer plenty of water fun during the hot summers. Golf is also a treasured activity in Austin, with at least six golf courses located within city limits. For residents who love to shop, there is everything from large malls to small boutique stores available for browsing. Popular shopping locations include Central Market, Highland Mall, Boggy Creek Farm and the West End. Annual Events Austin is home to many exciting events that locals look forward to each year. Some of these events include the Austin City Limits Music Festival, the Swamp Romp and Crawfish Festival, the Bat Fest and Spring Pecan Street Festival.About the Author: Joe Cline writes articles for <a href="http://www.joecline.com">Austin Texas real estate</a>. Other articles written by the author related to <a href="http://www.affinityproperties.com">Austin Texas real estate</a> and <a href="http://www.affinityproperties.com/austin.php">Austin real estate</a> can be found on the net.Article Source: <a href="http://www.articlesbase.com/">ArticlesBase.com</a> - <a href="http://www.articlesbase.com/real-estate-articles/what-is-it-like-to-live-in-austin-texas-1445833.html" title="What is it Like to Live in Austin, Texas?">What is it Like to Live in Austin, Texas?</a>

Located on the banks of the Colorado River, Austin is the state capitol of Texas. As the fourth largest city in the state, it is also home to the largest public university in the nation - the University of Texas. Featuring three man made lakes within city limits, rolling hills and picturesque trees, Austin is the perfect place for those who desire the suburban feel with all the amenities a city an offer.

Demographics

As one of the top five fastest growing metropolitan areas in the United States, the Austin area is home to nearly 1.7 million people. About 750,000 of those reside within city limits. The majority of Austinites, or about 60% of residents consider themselves Caucasian, with the minorities being African Americans and Asian Americans. The majority of residents fall within the 25-44 age range, closely followed by those under age 18. The median age is 30, and only 7% of the population is 65 years of age or older.

Climate

Austin is situated in a warm and humid climate. With hot summers and mild winters, it is the perfect location for those who enjoy outdoor activities year round, without the bitter cold and piles of snow. With an annual precipitation of nearly 35” per year, spring is often wet while summers are hot and humid, reaching up to 90* on a typical day. Temperatures above the century mark are common, though there are only on average 24 days a year of below freezing weather. As such, snowfall is rare; a severe ice storm about twice a year can be expected.

Attractions

City attractions include the Lyndon Baines Johnson Library and Museum, the Texas Memorial Museum, Zilker Botanical Gardens, Austin Nature and Science Center and the George Washington Carver Museum and Cultural Center. There are also tours available of the state capitol building and governor’s mansion. Austin is also home to many minor league sporting teams in baseball, soccer, ice hockey and basketball.

Outdoor attractions include Volente Beach, Natural Bridge Caverns, and the Schlitterbahn Waterpark Resort. The cities three man made lakes are Lake Austin, Lake Travis and Town Lake, all of which offer plenty of water fun during the hot summers. Golf is also a treasured activity in Austin, with at least six golf courses located within city limits.

For residents who love to shop, there is everything from large malls to small boutique stores available for browsing. Popular shopping locations include Central Market, Highland Mall, Boggy Creek Farm and the West End.

Annual Events

Austin is home to many exciting events that locals look forward to each year. Some of these events include the Austin City Limits Music Festival, the Swamp Romp and Crawfish Festival, the Bat Fest and Spring Pecan Street Festival.

Joe Cline writes articles for Austin Texas real estate. Other articles written by the author related to Austin Texas real estate and Austin real estate can be found on the net.

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