Ask for referrals - It seems silly, but friends of friends is one of the easiest ways to make new friends in a new city. Ask your coworkers if they know anyone whos interested in what you like! Or ask around for people from back home if they know anyone in Austin (someone always knows someone).

Is living in Austin worth it?

Austin is the best place to live – and retire. 1 Best Place to Live in the U.S. again for 2019. “The capital of Texas continues to receive interest from the tech industry, contributing to a strong job market and high desirability among Americans as a place to live,” U.S. News wrote.

How do I make friends in Austin?

Ask for referrals - It seems silly, but friends of friends is one of the easiest ways to make new friends in a new city. Ask your coworkers if they know anyone whos interested in what you like! Or ask around for people from back home if they know anyone in Austin (someone always knows someone).

What is the most expensive city to live in Texas?

Austin “Overall, Austin is 1.8% more expensive than the overall national average of cost of living while Dallas is 7.7% more expensive than the national average.” Dallas can also claim the honor of being the most expensive Texas city to live in.