Located just north of Austin, Leander is one of the fastest-growing communities in Central Texas, blending suburban convenience with a friendly, small-town atmosphere. With a wide variety of housing options - from affordable starter homes to spacious new developments and large-lot estates - Leander appeals to first-time buyers, families, and those seeking room to grow.
Home prices typically range from $350K to $750K, offering strong value compared to central Austin neighborhoods. Leander is served by the well-regarded Leander Independent School District, with schools such as Henry Middle School, Leander Middle School, and Leander High School. The city also boasts numerous parks, trails, and recreational facilities, along with shopping and dining centers like The Northline. Commuting is convenient via the Capital MetroRail station and easy highway access, with downtown Austin reachable within 30–40 minutes, making it a popular choice for commuters seeking a balance between affordability and access.
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67,880 people live in Leander, where the median age is 35.9 and the average individual income is $58,092. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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There's plenty to do around Leander, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.
Explore popular things to do in the area, including Sweetest Cookie, Laliguras, and Taco Con Botas.
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| Dining | 2.71 miles | 13 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Dining | 1.22 miles | 5 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Dining | 0.77 miles | 14 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Active | 2.16 miles | 7 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Active | 1.67 miles | 23 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Active | 3.92 miles | 11 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 0.36 miles | 6 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 2.85 miles | 8 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 1.77 miles | 9 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 2.55 miles | 7 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 4.13 miles | 17 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 0.47 miles | 6 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 3.67 miles | 16 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 4.13 miles | 17 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 4.08 miles | 10 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 4.13 miles | 9 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 0.47 miles | 9 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
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Leander has 23,573 households, with an average household size of 2.88. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Leander do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 67,880 people call Leander home. The population density is 1,798.51 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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