Welcome to Austin
You’ll fit right in
Opportunity Austin leads a regional five-county strategy for job creation through recruitment and expansion in the Austin region.
Home to over 2.6 million residents, Austin is one of the fastest growing and most economically diverse metros in the nation. Ranking on almost every “best places” lists, the region’s progressive culture, low cost of living, and access to a highly skilled and talented workforce has positioned the city and region for even greater success. This page provides several documents prepared specifically for companies that may be considering the Austin region for future expansion plans.
Regional Insights
Get to know the Austin region at a glance. Our overview slide deck highlights the five-county metro area, while the Metro Comparison provides a benchmark of costs and data that can be tailored to your markets of interest.
Business & Investment Activity
See who’s choosing Austin. The New & Expanded Companies log tracks recent job-creating investments, and the Incentive Award Projects log showcases state and local incentives awarded to relocating or expanding businesses.
Recognition & Competitiveness
Austin continues to earn global recognition. Our Ratings and Rankings collection highlights recent accolades for business climate, quality of life, and economic vitality. For a deeper dive, the Taxes and Incentives guide outlines available state and local programs along with an overview of the region’s tax environment.
Connectivity & Global Reach
Austin is well-connected to the world. Explore nonstop flight options in the Austin-Bergstrom International Airport flyer, and access our International Investment Directory—a listing of more than 400 foreign-owned companies operating in the region.
Expanding across borders can be complex, but the right programs and partnerships make the journey more seamless. Opportunity Austin is committed to helping international businesses establish a presence in our region and supporting local companies as they reach new markets abroad. Explore two of our key initiatives designed with global growth in mind.
Regional Soft-Landing Program
Our Soft-Landing Program is designed to make your transition into the U.S. market seamless and successful. Whether you’re an international company looking to expand or a domestic business relocating to the Austin region, we offer the support, connections, and tools you need to establish a strong foothold. From tailored resources to local partnerships, we help ease your entry and accelerate growth.
Discover how our program can work for you and fill out the form to get started.
Export Assistance Program
Unlock global markets with our tailored Export Assistance Program. Whether you’re a startup or an established company, we provide the resources and guidance you need to expand your business beyond U.S. borders. By leveraging expertise from our valued partners—including the Texas State Small Business Development Center, the UTSA International Trade Center, and the US Commercial Service—we ensure you have the support, market intelligence, and international connections necessary to navigate the complexities of global trade. Start scaling your business internationally today.
One Pagers
For quick reference on Austin’s key industries, workforce strengths, and major initiatives, explore this suite of downloadable one-pagers. Each document provides a concise yet informative overview of the region’s competitive advantages, economic assets, and areas of opportunity, serving as a practical resource for companies evaluating Austin for expansion or investment. Within this collection, you’ll find insights into leading industries such as Advanced Manufacturing, Aerospace & Defense, and Life Sciences—sectors that showcase the region’s depth of expertise and global reach.
In addition to industry-specific content, the one-pagers highlight broader initiatives that define Austin’s business climate, including Innovation, Policy, and Advocacy efforts that support long-term growth and regional collaboration. While this is not a comprehensive catalogue of everything the Austin region has to offer, it provides a valuable starting point for understanding why so many international companies and investors view Austin as a destination of choice.
In addition to the PDF documents provided on this page, there is a wealth of additional information about doing business in the Austin region that you can navigate to from here. You’ll find business-oriented profiles of the region as a whole and each of its many communities, information about key industries, employers, maps, available real estate, and much more.
The Opportunity Austin staff stands ready to assist with your site selection project or answer any questions you might have. For more information, please don’t hesitate to contact us via our request for information form below or a call or email to Bob Farley, VP of Economic Development (512.417.8133) or another member of the team.
