Established as a top destination for digital nomads, remote worker life in Austin is an increasingly attractive notion for many around the United States and the world. The city is not the most affordable in the world, but for higher-earning remote workers in other major US or European cities Austin provides a unique set of lifestyle and cultural opportunities. In general, remote workers can expect the advanced infrastructure of a major US city to be present here, with largely safe areas and near-universal access to superfast wifi networks. Yet what sets Austin apart from other US cities popular among remote workers is its unique cultural identity - unashamedly southern, progressive and vibrant, Austin offers the very best of American culture to all types of visitors throughout its various neighborhoods.

Most importantly, you can expect remote worker life in Austin to be comfortable. The process of finding apartments, utilities, amenities and other day-to-day necessities are likely to be quite similar to those of other major, developed cities in the United States and around the world. In addition to that, there are lots of great apartments on offer around the city which come fully-equipped with excellent amenities aimed at making remote worker life here as comfortable as possible. Indeed, prices will be high in Austin in comparison to other popular destinations, but the high quality of life will perhaps be unbeatable. Easy access to green spaces, coworking spaces and cafes and coliving areas around the city are further reasons Austin is such a hit among remote workers. The city is also very safe, easy to get around and exemplary of the “southern hospitality” that makes Texas such a friendly state for all types of visitors.

Indeed, with so many green spaces and outdoor activities available here, you can also expect remote worker life in Austin to be active and filled with nature. Major parks and natural attractions around the city, such as Pease Park, Lady Bird Lake and Zilker Park mean you will never be too far away from a comfortable place to take in some fresh air. Excitingly, Zilker Park offers lots of fun outdoor activities including hiking, biking and swimming. You will also find that there is a strong healthy-living culture in Austin, and gyms and yoga studios will be plentiful and constantly vying for new customers. Inevitably, nature meets culture in Texas and, not too far away from the city, you will find traditional rural towns and fishing spots that reflect a popular facet of American culture.

Another of the reasons so many remote workers are choosing Austin is that life here is dynamic and cultural. With live music playing every night across the city’s many iconic venues, you can expect Austin’s nightlife to be vibrant. Trendy neighborhoods such as East Austin and South Congress have become increasingly hip and a fusion of musical styles accompanies well-known genres every night here. Excellent museums such as Blanton Art Museum, the Bullock History Museum and the Contemporary Austin also highlight the best of Texan and American history and art.

Global connections and an excitingly diverse population also make remote worker life in Austin very attractive. Austin is one of the great cities of the American South and its diversity is defined by large African-American, Hispanic and international communities which enrich local life on a daily basis. Coworking spaces across Austin also host major national and international startups, and the city is undoubtedly a popular stop on the calendar of digital nomads everywhere. Air connections from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport are easily accessible, and Texas’ biggest international airport at Dallas/Fort Worth is only 3 hours away.

For more information about living in Austin as a remote worker, check out our complete Austin guide.