About Austin: Get To Know Our Capital City
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Facts & Stats
What is the population of Austin?
How many tourists visit Austin annually?
What are the area's major industries?
Where can I find more facts about Austin?
Q: What is the population of Austin?
A: City of Austin: 757,688
Travis County: 998,543
Austin/San Marcos Area: 1,652,602
Q: How many tourists visit Austin annually?
A: 19 million visit the Austin MSA.
15 million visit Travis County as a whole.
Q: What are the area's major industries?
A: According to the Austin Chamber of Commerce, the top industries are:
1. Professional and Business Services
2. Retail Trade
3. Education and Health Services



