1. Houston (175 miles via I-10, BNSF, UP) 3. Corpus Christi (219 miles via I-35/37, UP) 8. Beaumont (250 miles via I-10, BNSF, UP) 15. Port Arthur (250 miles via SH-71/I-10, BNSF, UP) 16. Port Freeport (190 miles via SH-71/US-90/SH-36, UP) 20. Texas City (207 miles via I-10, BNSF, UP)
Austin is 5th on America’s Boomtowns: Top Cities for Economic Growth ranking of 31 cities with 500,000+ population for performance over the last 4 years on key economic and social indicators.
Opportunity Austin connects Austin’s economy with global markets through international partnerships, foreign direct investment, soft-landing programs, global outreach and capital attraction efforts.
The Capital Metropolitan Transportation Authority provides bus service, vanpool and carpool coordination, event shuttles, MetroAccess transit and MetroRail commuter service in Central Texas.
Opportunity Austin works with workforce organizations, education providers and industry leaders to identify employer needs, share workforce insights, develop career pathways and prepare residents for high-demand careers.
Opportunity Austin connects regional businesses with skilled talent and highlights the contributions of regional universities, including two-year programs and four-year institutions.
