How diverse is Austin, Texas?

Austin is probably the most diverse city in Texas. It is progressive and liberal and has a significant LGBT population. It is as environmentally conscious as Portland. read more

Today, five of its seven members, including the mayor, live downtown or in West or Central Austin. “I do feel that having a diverse governing body with not just ethnic diversity but geographic diversity, age diversity, diversity of professional experience—that really is going to add another level of enrichment to public policy,” said 37-year-old Perla Cavazos, who ran, unsuccessfully, outside of the traditional Hispanic seat in 2009. read more

22 Most Diverse Suburbs in Austin Area Current Resident: I have lived in Georgetown for the past fifteen years, and can honestly say that it is the best city in Texas! A small town that is rapidly growing, Georgetown has many things to do, attractions to visit, and places to eat. read more