We all know Round Rock rocks, but now it’s official – again. Niche, a company dedicated to connecting people to their future “schools, neighborhoods and workplaces,” has listed Round Rock among the best cities in America to live, buy a house, raise a family and receive a top public school education. 

Take a look where Round Rock ranked in the recent analysis and read what a few residents had to say about our community: 

#18 Best City to Buy a House in America 

Local resident: “I love the people here, they are friendly and welcoming. Round Rock is a quiet town that is on the rise. We have so many new things coming to the city. There are a lot of different activities for families and adults.” 

#19 Best City to Raise a Family in America 

Local resident: “I have lived in Round Rock for the past 18 years. Round Rock is so special to me in the sense of being inclusive, very family friendly, we have great food, and there’s a lot of shopping that you can do. I have watched this city grow and grow, and it’s a beautiful thing to me.” 

#25 City with the Best Public Schools in America

Local resident: “I like the diverse neighborhood whether it’s ethnicities or ages, there is a wide variety of people living here. Furthermore, the schooling systems are widely esteemed, producing some of the most productive members of society. I look forward to living many more years here in Round Rock.” 

#29 Best City to Live in America 

Local resident: “I loved growing up in Round Rock. My parents chose to live here because the schools are good, it has a low crime rate and the cost of living is reasonable. Outdoor recreation is abundant such as boating, biking, running, fishing, hiking, swimming, outdoor theater and many, many others. There are lots of historic sites. The Chisholm Trail runs right through the center of town. The Sam Bass cemetery contains graves of people born before the American Revolution. Round Rock has the feel of a small town with easy access to larger cities. The people are friendly and there is a strong sense of community. All in all, Round Rock is a great place to live.” 

Niche’s rankings are based on a rigorous analysis of key statistics from the U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. census, the FBI, and millions of reviews. The full rankings, and more information on methodology, is available online: https://www.niche.com/places-to-live/round-rock-williamson-tx/