Austin is the capital city of Texas and the 11th most populous city in the United States. It’s situated in south-central Texas. Austin is among the most vibrant and dynamic of America's cities and one of the most tech-forward. It is the city’s economic, transportation, and cultural centre. Since the late 20th century, Austin is renowned for influencing other cities with its unique blend of southern hospitality and tech-savvy innovation. It is famous for its live music scene, stunning natural beauty, and vibrant arts culture. Some of the places that make it famous include the State Capitol, Zilker Park, the University of Texas at Austin, and the hip SoCo district.

• According to the U.S. Census Bureau, as of July 2019, Austin had a population of 978,908. Compared to other cities in Texas, Austin is considered to be more diverse. In terms of religious beliefs, Austin is known to be diverse as most people identify themselves as Christian, Jewish, Muslim, Hindu, Buddhist, or unaffiliated. As one of the fastest-growing major cities in the U.S., Austin has residents who collectively speak numerous languages, including Spanish, Vietnamese, Chinese, and of course English. The Texas State Capitol in Austin is the largest in gross square footage of all state capitols and is second in total size only to the National Capitol in Washington, D.C. Austin also holds the title of the 'Live Music Capital of the World' due to the high number of venues hosting live music performances.

The City of Austin has a council-manager system of local government. The City Council is composed of 10 council members elected from geographic districts, plus the Mayor who is elected at-large. The city manager is appointed by the City Council and serves as the chief administrative and executive officer. The city manager is responsible for executing laws and administering the government of the city. On the other hand, the council members are responsible for representing their district's interests and making policy decisions.

Austin has always been an innovative city and today enjoys the status of being one of the top cities in the U.S. for tech startups. The city thrives in technology, trade, and commerce and has a diverse economy with a gross domestic product (GDP) of over $150 billion. The size of its economy is larger than that of several U.S. states. The city is also known for its strong job market and low unemployment rate.

Austin is planning for future growth with various infrastructure projects. It identifies a range of infrastructure priorities for Austin, from new energy, water and sewerage infrastructure, to enhanced digital connectivity and new transportation systems. Some of the investment is provided by the private sector. Business is particularly concerned at the lack of capacity in digital infrastructure. The city is working to improve access to high-speed broadband, with priority areas for action identified.