Now 50% developed, Kyle presents abundant acreage of available property, coupled with a cost-effective business environment and a favorable tax structure.
Nestled in Hays County, just seven miles south of Austin and 39 miles from San Antonio city limits, the city of Kyle thrives in the heart of the nation’s fastest-growing county. Strategically positioned adjacent to I-35, Kyle offers seamless access to both major metropolitan areas. Boasting an affordable, expanding workforce and a foundation of quality education, Kyle stands as a pivotal player in one of the nation’s most rapidly growing corridors.
Taking a proactive approach to accommodate growth, Kyle has executed a series of mobility improvements through various roadway and infrastructure projects. Collaborating with the Texas Department of Transportation and Hays County, the city has witnessed transformative enhancements to I-35, major roadways, and bridges, prioritizing safety and alleviating congestion.
Now 50% developed, Kyle presents abundant acreage of available property, coupled with a cost-effective business environment and a favorable tax structure. Aspiring to evolve into a full-service community, Kyle actively seeks to diversify and enhance its tax base through local employment opportunities. Over the past nine years, the city has witnessed the construction of approximately one million square feet of new medical facilities, transforming Kyle into a burgeoning medical hub for specialty care. Notably, Acension Seton Hays‘ recent $26 million expansion catalyzed this growth. Simultaneously, the Austin Community College Hays Campus completed a $22 million expansion, establishing a state-of-the-art First Responder Training Facility.
The city strategically targets high-tech manufacturing, destination recreation, and professional and business services as key markets. This approach aims to foster strong, balanced growth throughout the community, complementing the city’s resources and paving the way for future prosperity.
KYLE | HAYS
COUNTY | AUSTIN MSA | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Population 2025 | 69,917 | 304,390 | 2,620,945 | |
| Population growth 2015-2025 | 109.7% | 58.5% | 31.7% | |
| Land area (sq. mi.) 2020 | 31.1 | 676.9 | 4,219.5 | |
| Median age 2026 | 33.9 | 34.1 | 36.1 | |
| Households 2026 | 21,372 | 114,806 | 1,071,655 | |
| Home ownership rate 2026 | 65.6% | 64.6% | 56.6% | |
| Median household income 2026 | $98,796 | $96,346 | $107,481 | |
| Per capita income 2026 | $41,737 | $49,227 | $61,010 | |
| High school grads 2026 | 93.8% | 93.4% | 93.5% | |
| College grads 2026 | 36.7% | 46.3% | 53.9% | |
| Labor force 2025 | 39,405 | 168,644 | 1,555,142 | |
| Unemployment rate 2025 | 3.0% | 3.4% | 3.5% | |
| Public school enrollment 2025-2026 | — | 45,692 | 403,226 | |
| High school graduates 2025 | — | 3,205 | 26,886 | |
| Retail sales 2025 | $1,168 mil. | $5,465 mil. | $52,913 mil. | |
| Business 2025 | Establishments | — | 6,438 | 76,604 |
| Employment | 13,560 | 107,225 | 1,392,465 | |
| Average salary | $55,348 | $54,865 | $89,172 | |
| Mfg.business 2025 | Establishments | — | 262 | 2,267 |
| Employment | — | 5,624 | 85,332 | |
| Average salary | — | $75,643 | $130,831 | |
Source: Texas Comptroller for retail sales; Texas Workforce Commission for labor force and unemployment; Chmura Economics for businesses, employees, and salaries; Texas Education Agency for public school enrollment and graduates; ESRI for 2026 demographic estimates; and U.S. Census Bureau for all other data.
- Contact: Victoria Vargas, Director of Economic Development
- Phone: 512.262.3932
- Website: www.kyleed.com

