Find Personal Growth Workshops Serving
Round Rock, TX

Frequently asked questions

Round Rock, TX 

Round Rock is a city in the U.S. state of Texas, in Williamson County (with a small part in Travis County), which is a part of the Greater Austin metropolitan area. Its population is 119,468 according to the 2020 census. 

The city straddles the Balcones Escarpment, a fault line in which the areas roughly east of Interstate 35 are flat and characterized by having black, fertile soils of the Blackland Prairie, and the west side of the Escarpment, which consists mostly of hilly, karst-like terrain with little topsoil and higher elevations and which is part of the Texas Hill Country. Located about 20 miles (32 km) north of downtown Austin, Round Rock shares a common border with Austin at Texas State Highway 45.

In August 2008, Money named Round Rock as the seventh-best American small city in which to live. Round Rock was the only Texas city to make the Top 10. In a CNN article dated July 1, 2009, Round Rock was listed as the second-fastest-growing city in the country, with a population growth of 8.2% in the preceding year.

According to the 2008 ratings from the Texas Education Agency, the Round Rock Independent School District ranks among the best in the state. Of 42 schools within it, 12 were rated exemplary and 11 were recognized.

Round Rock is perhaps best known as the international headquarters of Dell, which employs about 16,000 people at its Round Rock facilities. The presence of Dell along with other major employers, an economic development program, major retailers such as IKEA, a Premium Outlet Mall, and the mixed-use La Frontera center, have changed Round Rock from a sleepy bedroom community into its own self-contained "super suburb".

Round Rock is 17 miles (27 kilometers) north of downtown Austin, and 10 mi (16 km) south of Georgetown. Its elevation is 709 ft (216 m). According to the US Census Bureau, the city has an area of 26.3 square miles (68.0 km2), of which 26.1 square miles (67.7 km2) are land and 0.1 square miles (0.3 km2) (0.50%) is covered by water. Before the 2010 census, the city annexed part of the Brushy Creek CDP, increasing its area to 35.9 square miles (93 km2), of which, 35.6 square miles (92 km2) of it is land and 0.3 square miles (0.78 km2) is water.

Round Rock and Williamson County have been the site of human habitation since at least 9,200 BCE. The area's earliest known inhabitants lived during the late Pleistocene (Ice Age), and are linked to the Clovis culture around 9,200 BCE based on evidence found at the much-studied Gault Site, midway between Georgetown and Fort Cavazos. One of the most important discoveries in recent times is the ancient skeletal remains dubbed "the Leanderthal Lady" because of its age and proximity to Leander, Texas.

Round Rock places a high priority on the health and wellness of its residents, evident in facilities like the Clay Madsen Recreation Center and St. David's Round Rock Medical Center. This center serves as a fitness and recreational hub, offering amenities like a gym, indoor pool, and sports courts. The city's extensive park system, including Old Settlers Park and Play for All Abilities Park, provides ample space for outdoor activities, from walking and jogging trails to sports fields. Round Rock actively encourages a healthy lifestyle through various programs and initiatives. Join local fitness centers and gyms to participate in exercise programs, fitness classes, and strength training. Some popular options include Planet Fitness, Anytime Fitness, and Gold's Gym.

Top sites in Round Rock, TX are Kalahari Indoor Water Park, Austins Park, and Chisholm Trail Crossing Park.

Population: 135,359 (2024). ZIP codes: 78664, 78665, 78680–78683. Area codes: 512, 737. Area: 38.00 sq mi. Elevation: 735 ft (224 m).

FAQs

What is the history of Round Rock, TX?

In 1851, on the banks of Brushy Creek, a small community was formed near a large, round rock located in the middle of the creek. This round rock marked a convenient low-water crossing for wagons, horses, and cattle. The first postmaster called the community Brushy Creek, but in 1854 the small settlement was renamed Round Rock in honor of this now-famous rock.

Is Round Rock, TX expensive?

The cost of living in Round Rock, TX is 1% lower than the state average and 8% lower than the national average. Round Rock, TX housing is 11% cheaper than the U.S average, while utilities are about 9% pricier. When it comes to basic necessities such as food and clothing, groceries are around 4% less in Round Rock, TX than in the rest of the country, while clothing costs around 4% less.

Is Round Rock, TX safe?

The crime rate in Round Rock is considerably higher than the national average across all communities in America from the largest to the smallest, although at 25 crimes per one thousand residents, it is not among the communities with the very highest crime rate. The chance of becoming a victim of either violent or property crime in Round Rock is 1 in 40. Based on FBI crime data, Round Rock is not one of the safest communities in America. Relative to Texas, Round Rock has a crime rate that is higher than 84% of the state's cities and towns of all sizes.

Sources

Wikipedia

City of Round Rock

Clay Madsen Recreation Center 

St. David's Round Rock Medical Center

Old Settlers Park 

Play for All Abilities Park

Planet Fitness

Anytime Fitness 

Gold's Gym

Kalahari Indoor Water Park

Austins Park

Chisholm Trail Crossing Park

Our History

Rentcafe

Neighborhoodscout

The content herein is provided for general informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Medical information changes constantly, and therefore the content on this website should not be assumed to be current, complete or exhaustive. Always seek the advice of your doctor before starting or changing treatment. If you think you may have a medical emergency, please call your doctor or 9-1-1 (in the United States) immediately.