Houston vs Austin | The differences EXPLAINED | Comparing Houston vs Austin

[@livinginhtx]

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[@e_d_d_d]

Houston native now living in Austin. We left Houston because the air is highly toxic. And I don't mean that lightly. It's a serious issue/elephant in the room that's kinda brushed over as meh it's just a lil smog. The petrochemical industries there among others contribute to this issue. Aside from that Houston's a pretty good city. I like the Katy area for schools and homes however Austin is one of the sweetest spots in the country and now the secret is out unfortunately. Austin's geography is stunning, the weather is 100000x better than Houston. It's like being in San Diego. The people here are SO much nicer. The drivers here a kind and will wave you in to get over in front of them. I've experienced so many random acts of kindness here that I never experienced living in Houston my entire life. There are things to do galore in the suburbs of Austin that's very family friendly and the options are endless. My husband and I are thrilled about our move here. The homes are pricey but my goodness it's worth it!

[@RD-nq7fl]

Austin Native. Yes, if you are from California, Austin is affordable, but for every one else be prepared for the shock of the cost of rent/mortgage. As a native, I was forced to move to Elgin because Californians bought up all home inventory causing natives of Austin to flee into Travis County. ( extreme Travis county boundary) Austin was not built for all this new growth; hence, traffic is awful. I live 25 miles outside of Austin but it can take over an hour to commute into Austin because of overcrowding. The public school system is NOT good in Austin unless you live in the very expensive zip codes. I hate to bring this up but Austin is not diverse ( I am a AA) if you are a POC then Houston has more cultural spaces for POC’s. He is correct Austin is not family friendly and no “ real” water 💦 attraction. Austin doesn’t have much for families, but offers a lot of events for adults ( Dont be surprised if you see homeless people on every corner, under bridges, and homeless camps behind strip malls in the green belts) In summary, my hometown of Austin, is best for people who are young Caucasians with no kids. It is expensive to live in Austin ( expect for deep pockets Californians); thus, be sure to already have an job offer and an network system because housing is hard to obtain in the actual city. Hence. I moved to Elgin ( just outside of Austin) in 2007, my home value has quadrupled. Oh yeah Austin pubic transit is almost non existent.

[@netaverse7694]

Best honest review

[@Techmimi]

Thank you! Austin, Houston or Dallas are on my list. I’m in tech.

[@broderickgk]

Your housing value quadrupled? In how long?

[@PasseBlanc]

Fellow Elginite! I grew up there. Crazy how much it changed in cost and the effects of the surrounding area now. I live around Houston now. It’s much more affordable.

[@MidwestBrother]

Austin is 30% Hispanic and 9% Asian, is that not diverse... It's not like 90% White or whatever. The word "diversity" is a loaded politically correct term anyway. D itself is not a good or bad thing, it's just the way things are depending on many factors. Btw you never hear people complaining that the NBA is not "Diverse" enough lol. That being said yes obviously people from same culture want to live closer together, so if that's your deal... Look at California its a paradise for Asians. St Louis for Poc. After all texas will always be heavily latino. Austin will always be major spot for white hipsters and tech people.

[@shaziaali3442]

Thanks for the information and sharing your experiences

[@davidfoley726]

I like both also but Austin can’t compare to Houston’s museum and performing arts scene. Great vid!

[@luxconcept]

Very true. I studied art at UT Austin and there's not really like a major art museum in Austin. The blanton, the contemporary, umlauf are good options but houston has an amazing arts scene.We have the theatre district, incredible symphony, ballets, plays, and we have the sports for people who like it. Other than Houston being ugly and flat and not having pretty water like Austin, it's got a lot going for it!

[@52SanAntone]

Austinfornia

[@rossanajimenez5102]

@@52SanAntone bro is that austin Florida and California

[@52SanAntone]

@ it has to be

[@NoMaD17]

If you’re a teacher, Austin’s pay isn’t good. If you’re not changing your career anytime soon and want a bigger paycheck (by education standards), then Houston is the place to go.

[@PenguinInguinLodge]

You left out what, at least IMO, is the most significant difference. Houston is super diverse. People from all over the world go there in droves and all races and cultures are strongly represented. Austin isn't very diverse though its getting better. Also, Houston has a very international culture. Austin has more of a regional culture. Houston's growth depends largely on people moving from outside the US, Austin's depends on people moving from other parts of the US.

[@livinginhtx]

Good point!

[@justlisten1]

you are spot on. moved to houston recently. I can vouch

[@piglet7943]

@@livinginhtx yes you definitely missed the part about Houston’s diversity. One of the most if not the most diverse cities in America.

[@michaelvillanueva240]

austin may be a better cleaner city than houston but houston has better nightlife and activities and its cheaper

[@chriss4357]

You didn't mention the many cruise ships out of Galveston that Houston has over Austin.

[@livinginhtx]

Touché - yes that is a plus if you want to cruise

[@Health-and-Wellness-Now]

Love this one! Left Austin 5 years ago and we’re looking at the suburbs of Houston. We want a family friendly area, with great schools. I loved Austin, but it was too hipster dufus in town. Going to check out a few areas based off your videos…thanks again

[@livinginhtx]

Thanks Lee! Reach out, we’d love to help.

[@truck0]

In my opinion, you do not wanna move to the Houston suburbs. It's a whole lot of nothing. If you're looking for more family-oriented areas try somewhere by bus routes and NOT 5th ward. Heights is a big family neighborhood that's but is also pretty pricey (500k at the cheapest).

[@truck0]

Also being closer to the city opens you up to more activities (museums, etc.)

[@HeartsGurl]

which city is more fast-paced out of Houston, Dallas and Austin as far as Hustle and Bustle?

[@r3tr0r1ch9]

Houston hands down that’s why it’s known as hustle town

[@piglet7943]

Definitely Houston

[@iamyoursns]

I’m born and raised in Austin, Texas, with the influx of people does not work in the past always love. And I will always love Austin like

[@blifx]

austin used to be weird because all of the state's rejects would move there from the country towns they didn't really fit in, so it sucks when californians move here and make everyone feel like shit for being different or uncool when that's what everyone moved to austin to escape.

[@Ban00]

Which is better for work from home and weekend party bros in their mid to late 20s

[@HoustonMortgageLender]

Great Job Kyler!! New Subscriber here :)

[@livinginhtx]

Thanks Peter! Let us know if we can help with anything

[@birdsoundsbird575]

Love Houston for more diverse restaurants! It's also got more of a Bible best, more conservative more Christian orientation. Preferring those kinds of people as I mature in age.

[@Mita7401]

Same! That’s actually one of the first things I looked up. Where is it more conservative. I’ve found in life we have to be more detailed about where we want to live. Can’t just be a city. WHERE in that city is the true question lol. I hate that realtors can’t really talk about conservative or liberal when it comes to buying housing because value systems do matter when your talking 30 year or more mortgages. I’m not trying to be miserable!

[@VnVApparel]

Which city is better for cycling?

[@livinginhtx]

Good question, not sure in the cities but Austin has great cycling if you like hills in the hill country, and north Houston has good cycling up in the national forest

[@asrr62]

houston cause its flat. when i would bike in austin: be prepared to go 30 mph downhill and try to keep speed and momentum for the torturous hill climb. you can zig zag across the entire width of the street to make it easier to hill climb. lol yeah you can tell ive only biked in austin. ideally get on a bike go downhill and have a friend pick you up at the bottom to take you back to the top of the hill.. lol austin has the best mountain biking though you can get though.

[@rashadfatullayev6858]

I think for author both cities are pretty good, so I don't see any cons in comparison

[@KhaledMahdi428]

Which city is better for doing or starting a business? Austin or Houston ?

[@livinginhtx]

That’s depends on the business, both would be solid options in my opinion, tons of growth in both, but Austin is more expensive to live

[@jamesmorrow4991]

I am thinking about moving to Houston. I am single so a condo would be a good fit for me. However the condos are in the Houston area and not in the suburbs of Houston. Are there any condos anywhere else in Houston?

[@livinginhtx]

There are great condo and townhome options in the suburbs, reach out and we can have an agent connect with you on a call or zoom and show you all of your options ferrisrealty.com/survey

[@bman4267]

which city has good IT related jobs and pays well.

[@livinginhtx]

I’m not sure on that one, there is tons of industry in Houston so I’d imagine there are opportunities in most of the city and suburbs

[@livinginhtx]

Austin probably had opportunities too but it’s much more expensive to live there

[@imelkozlov8585]

can you do dallas vs houston

[@darylhopkins9796]

Austin is more like California. Houston is still Texas. The traffic sucks in both. I would choose Houston.

[@livelearn5406]

TEAM AUSTIN!!! CURRENTLY IN H>FOR HORRIBLE HOUSTON 😞 DRIVER'S IM MOVING TO A>FOR AWESOME AUSTIN PERIOD 👏 😍 ❤️

[@oats2949]

Drivers are worse in Austin lol