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Renter's guide to Round Rock, TX

Round Rock is a medium-sized city just north of Austin, the capital of Texas. Known primarily as a suburb of Austin, it was named the 8th Most Caring Suburb in America by Movoto in 2015, as well as the 3rd Most Affordable Place in America, by Nerdwallet. It was also listed by CNBC on its Top 10 Perfect Suburbs ranking.

Round Rock has a very family-oriented feel. It's small, full of great schools and real estate, and is just a quick drive down the road from Austin. Home to more than 115,000 people, Round Rock is actually fairly small in size – just 26.3 square miles in land area. That's less than a tenth of nearby Austin's footprint, which takes up more than 271 square miles.

From Austin, Round Rock is only a mere 20 miles. Depending on traffic, it can take anywhere from 20 minutes to an hour to get from one city to the other. From nearby Killeen, Round Rock is about a 50-minute drive, while trips to bigger cities like Dallas and Houston can take between 2 and a half and 3 hours.

Round Rock experiences very hot summers and mild winters, much like most of Texas. High temperatures from June to September range from 104˚F to 106˚F, while the rest of the year sees highs in the low-80s to mid-90s. Rainfall is highest in the summer, when the city averages 3.3 to 3.7 inches per month.

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Things to do in Round Rock, TX

Because Round Rock is such a family-friendly city, there are loads of events, shops, restaurants, and entertainment venues within its limits.

The biggest attraction in Round Rock is likely the Round Rock Outlets, a premium outlet mall with dozens of shops, boutiques, dining spots, and more. Ross Dress for Less is also a good alternative for reasonably-priced apparel. On the home store front, IKEA is a hot spot for furniture and home décor shopping.

Round Rock is home to a number of great outdoor opportunities, including 34 unique parks that encompass more than 1,700 acres of land. Old Settlers Park is a top choice, as are the Dog Depot Dog Park, where you can bring a furry friend, and the Play for All Abilities Park, a play therapy and learning park for residents.

There are loads of fun things to do with kids in Round Rock. One of the most popular is to catch a Round Rock Express game. The minor league affiliate of the Texas Rangers franchise calls Dell Diamond its home and plays games there from March until September. The Rock'n River Family Aquatic Center is also a great family stop - especially during summer. The city's parks are some of Round Rock's best free attractions, as is the city's public library, which boasts movies, books, music, and a summer reading program for kids.

Round Rock, TX employment & economy

Round Rock is home to a bustling economy. In fact, in 2015, WalletHub named it No. 10 on its list of Fastest Growing Economies in the nation. The Dell corporate headquarters are located within the city limits, and top employers in the area include Sears, IKEA, the Round Rock Premium Outlets, Cintas, and more. Its main industries are clean energy, life sciences, manufacturing, and technology.

Education in Round Rock, TX

Round Rock, which boasts its own school district, is known for its top-ranked schools and education system. Round Rock High School is the district's oldest campus and was built in 1867. As for higher education, Round Rock offers that, too. It is home to the Texas State University Round Rock Campus, the Texas A&M Health Science Center, and a campus of the Austin Community College system.