Located in the heart of TX, Travis County residents enjoy a centralized location with convenient access to several major highways. These include Interstate 35, U.S. Highways 183 and 290, and Texas State Highway 71. Travis County lies 75 miles northeast of San Antonio and 150 miles west of Houston. The mighty Colorado River flows through the boundaries of Travis County, TX and three of the Texas Highland Lakes, which includes Lake Austin, Lake Travis and Town Lake, are also here.
According to the 2000 Census data, Travis County, Texas was home to 812,280 individuals. The largest towns that comprise Travis County include Anderson Mill, Austin, Lakeway, Pflugerville, Wells Branch and Windemere. Travis and Williamson counties each stakes claim to portions of the cities of Jollyville and Round Rock. Many of the cities and towns in Travis County nestle quietly in the shadows of the City of Austin.
With an official 2000 population of 656,562, Austin is the largest urban area in Travis County, TX. The Austin-Round Rock metropolitan area is home to 1.4 million people. Named for Stephen F. Austin, the “Father of Texas”, Austin serves as both the state capital and the seat of Travis County. Austin is home to numerous fine higher learning institutes such as Concordia University, St. Edward’s University and University of Texas at Austin. Austin, TX also boasts a burgeoning economy with major employers that include Dell, Hoover’s Inc., IBM and SETON Healthcare Network. Two shimmering lakes from the Highland Lakes chain lie within the borders of Austin and provide the region with scenic beauty as well as various opportunities for outdoor recreation.
Additionally, Austin, TX is a veritable paradise for history buffs. A designated National Historic Landmark since 1986, the Texas Capital is second in size only to the National Capitol in Washington, D.C. . The Texas Capital surpasses the National Capitol by 15 feet in height. Other popular historic sites include the Governor’s Mansion , Bob Bullock Texas State History Museum , the Lyndon B. Johnson Presidential Library and Museum and the TX State Capital Complex .
Pflugerville is Travis County’s second largest city. Its population at the time of the 2000 Census was 16,335; however, 2005 estimates show an astounding growth to more than 27,000 residents. Despite its size, Pflugerville remains a tight-knit community with a strong sense of its roots. There are several excellent schools, recreational facilities and a wide variety of housing options in Pflugerville, Texas. This rapidly growing community lies 14 miles northeast of downtown Austin and is the site of a massive transportation reorganization plan that will eventually open the town up to more of the area’s highway systems.
Travis County, Texas features a wealth of diverse lifestyle choices that range from the busy city life in Austin or Round Rock, to the smaller, more tranquil communities spread throughout the area. This patchwork of communities represent one of the Lonestar State’s most prosperous and fastest growing areas, while maintaining plenty of neighborhoods that offer a slower paced way of life.
Areas We Serve: Travis County, Texas
