About Round Rock
Life in Round Rock
Round Rock is one of the best-value cities in the Austin metro. Known for its excellent Round Rock ISD schools, low crime rate, and abundance of amenities — including the Round Rock Premium Outlets and Dell Diamond — it consistently ranks among the best places to raise a family in Texas.
The city offers a wide range of housing options from affordable starter homes to large executive estates in master-planned communities like Teravista and Mayfield Ranch. With quick I-35 access to Austin and major tech employers, Round Rock is ideal for professionals who want suburban quality of life without sacrificing career opportunity.
Round Rock ISDGreat Value
I-35 AccessDell & Tech Employers
Premium OutletsLow Crime
Round Rock At a Glance
- Population: ~130,000
- Median Home Price: $360,000–$460,000
- School District: Round Rock ISD
- Commute to Austin: 25–35 min via I-35
- Notable Areas: Teravista, Mayfield Ranch, Walsh Ranch, Forest Creek
- Recreation: Old Settler's Park, Rock'n River, Dell Diamond