A WALK AROUND TOWN
Walking tour of Georgetown Texas in 4K
Walking tour of Georgetown Texas in 4K. A film shared by Strolling Texas.
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Relocation guide
Moving to Georgetown
What it costs, what the weather is like, schools, outdoors and the honest pros and cons, from public data.
Population
78,803
Median age 44.3
Median household income
$91,857
Median rent
$1,671/mo
Median home value
$398,600
Schools
36
10 districts
Summer high / winter low
97° / 36°
Pros
- Household incomes run 17% above the US median ($91,857).
- Rent takes only about 22% of the median household income.
- Mild weather in March, April, November, with highs between 65°F and 85°F.
- 69 parks, playgrounds and dog parks in the city.
- 40 national forests, lakes and recreation areas within reach.
Cons
- Property taxes are high: about 1.55% of home value a year (US 0.98%).
- Hot summers: August highs average 97°F.
Pros and cons come from comparisons with US medians and the city’s 30-year weather normals; they leave out things numbers can’t capture.
Plan your move
Where in Georgetown?
Georgetown spans 3 zip codes. Median home values range from $358,500 to $467,700 by zip.
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LOCAL FOOD · YOUTUBE SHORT
Mikey V's Tacos on the Georgetown square
Birria tacos at Mikey V's Tacos, the first stop in a creator's challenge to eat at every local restaurant around the courthouse square. A Short shared by The Daytripper.
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Is Georgetown a good place to live?
It depends on what you need. Household incomes run 17% above the US median ($91,857). Rent takes only about 22% of the median household income. On the other hand: Property taxes are high: about 1.55% of home value a year (US 0.98%). Hot summers: August highs average 97°F.
How much do I need to earn to live in Georgetown?
The median household earns $91,857. Rent at the median ($1,671/month) is about 22% of that; a common rule of thumb is to keep rent under 30% of income, which means earning about $66,840 a year.
How many schools are in Georgetown?
36 public and private schools across 10 districts. See the schools page for each school’s grades and contact details.
What is the weather like in Georgetown?
Highs average 97°F in August and lows 36°F in January. The most comfortable months are March, April, November.
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2019–2023 5-year estimates; NOAA climate normals; NCES schools; OpenStreetMap parks; Recreation.gov.