ZIP Code 78701 Cost of Living & Demographics
Detailed 2026 cost of living analysis, housing trends, median household income, taxes, nearby schools, and local amenities for ZIP Code 78701 (Austin, TX).
ZIP COL Index Score
125.6
26% above US avgMedian Income$118,500
Median Home Value$710,000
Median Rent$2550/mo
Population10,900
Land Area1.1 sq mi
Time ZoneCST
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Cost of Living Breakdown for ZIP 78701
Scores benchmarked against the US national average (100 baseline) and compared to Texas state standards.
US Baseline = 100
Housing & Rent
+54% higher154.2
Food & Groceries
+4% higher104
Utilities & Internet
-2% lower98.2
Transportation & Gas
+4% higher103.5
Healthcare Services
-2% lower98.1
Education & Schools
+10% higher110
Local Amenities & Nearby Infrastructure (ZIP 78701)
Top Nearby Schools
- •Austin High School
- •Mathews Elementary
Nearby Hospitals & Health
- •Dell Seton Medical Center at UT Austin
Nearby Airports
- •Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS)
Tax Structure (ZIP 78701)
Property Tax Rate:1.98%
Combined Sales Tax:8.25%
State Income Tax:0% (No Income Tax)
Climate & Environment
Climate Profile:Humid Subtropical
Average Rainfall:35.5 inches/yr
Average Snowfall:0.4 inches/yr
Geographic Boundary & Centroid Map
Latitude: 30.2711 • Longitude: -97.7437 • Area: 1.1 sq miles
CST (Central Standard Time)
ZIP 78701
Austin, Texas
Centroid: 30.2711° N, 97.7437° W
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Frequently Asked Questions — ZIP Code 78701
Authoritative USPS ZCTA demographics, home prices, rent & tax metrics.
ZIP Code 78701 is located in Austin, Texas (TX) in Travis County.