Town in Travis County, part of the Austin metro

Living in Bee Cave, TX

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60th of 745Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people
Overall score 91 of 100
7th of 58 in the Austin area

Bee Cave gets an overall grade of A and ranks 60th of 745 Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people. It does best on internet access and education levels, and trails on cost of living. It is a strong pick for families, young professionals, retirees and remote workers.

  • Good for families
  • Good for young professionals
  • Good for retirees
  • Good for remote workers
  • Pricey
  • Well connected
  • Cost of living scores low (6 of 100)
  • Tornado risk is very high
Map of Texas showing where Bee Cave isHoustonSan AntonioDallasFort WorthBee Cave
Where Bee Cave is in Texas.
Population
8,464-7.4% since 2020
Median rent
$1,87734% higher than Texas
Median home value
$776,400174% higher than Texas
Household income
$111,172Median
Average commute
22 minOne way
Violent crime
96Per 100k, 2025

What it's like to live in Bee Cave

Bee Cave sits about 12 miles from downtown Austin, in the Austin-Round Rock-San Marcos metro. 8,464 people lived here in 2025, down 7.4% from 2020. It is spread out, with mostly newer homes (the median home was built in 2012).

Places locals use include Bee Cave Trails, Field of Dreams and Bee Cave Dog Park.

The median age is 41.7, 23% of households have children, 49% of homes are owned by the people living in them and the typical household earns $111,172 a year (42% higher than the Texas median).

Pros of living in Bee Cave

  • Low violent crime. 96 violent crimes per 100,000 people in 2025, 75% lower than the Texas rate.
  • High incomes. The median household earns $111,172, 42% higher than the Texas median.
  • Short commutes. The average trip to work takes 22 minutes, against 27 across Texas.
  • Plenty close to home. 5 grocery stores, 97 restaurants and 8 parks are mapped in town.
  • Healthier population. Only 7.2% of working-age adults lack health insurance.

Cons of living in Bee Cave

  • Higher rent. Median rent is $1,877, 34% higher than the Texas median.
  • Homes are pricey for local incomes. The median home costs 7.0 times the median household income, against 3.6 times across Texas.
  • Natural hazard risk. FEMA rates the risk of tornadoes, heat waves and hail as very high here.

Who Bee Cave suits

  • FamiliesA strong fit: violent crime is 75% lower than the Texas rate. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 81% for families.
  • Young professionalsA strong fit: household income is 42% higher than the Texas median, with 97 restaurants and 6 cafes in town. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 96% for young professionals.
  • RetireesA strong fit: 7.2% of working-age adults are uninsured and violent crime is 75% lower than the Texas rate. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 86% for retirees.
  • Remote workersA strong fit: 100% of homes have broadband and the median rent of $1,877 is 34% higher than the Texas median. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 92% for remote workers.
  • People on a budgetNot the best fit: the median rent of $1,877 is 34% higher than the Texas median. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 6% for people on a budget.

Bee Cave report card

Ten grades, one for each part of daily life we measure. Most compare Bee Cave with other US towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people. Schools, safety and errands compare it with other Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people.

  • Cost of living: grade F

    Median rent $1,877, homes cost 7.0x income.

    6 of 100 vs US towns

  • Jobs and income: grade A

    Median household income $111,172, 3.1% unemployed.

    90 of 100 vs US towns

  • Schools: grade A-

    1 rated campuses, 100% rated A or B.

    81 of 100 vs TX towns

  • Safety: grade C

    96 violent crimes per 100k, 1,771 property crimes per 100k.

    48 of 100 vs TX towns

  • Errands and things to do: grade A-

    5 grocery stores, 97 restaurants, 8 parks mapped in town.

    81 of 100 vs TX towns

  • Getting around: grade B-

    Average commute 22 min, 35% work from home.

    57 of 100 vs US towns

  • Education levels: grade A+

    62% have a bachelor’s degree.

    96 of 100 vs US towns

  • Health: grade A

    7.2% of adults uninsured.

    89 of 100 vs US towns

  • Home ownership: grade C

    49% of homes owner-occupied.

    46 of 100 vs US towns

  • Internet access: grade A+

    100% of homes have broadband.

    99 of 100 vs US towns

Where Bee Cave stands out compared with Texas

Better than Texas

  • Adults with a bachelor's degree or higher: 62%28 points higher than Texas (34%)
  • Median household income: $111,17242% higher than Texas ($78,476)
  • Adults 18 to 64 without health insurance: 7.2%12 points lower than Texas (20%)

Worse than Texas

  • Home value to income: 7.0x93% higher than Texas (3.6x)
  • Homes owned by the people living in them: 49%14 points lower than Texas (63%)
  • Median rent: $1,87734% higher than Texas ($1,403)

Cost of living in Bee Cave

Rent is the cost most newcomers feel first. The median rent in Bee Cave is $1,877 a month, 34% higher than the Texas median of $1,403. To keep that rent at 30% of income, a household needs to earn about $75,000 a year. Right now 58% of renters here pay more than 30% of their income on rent.

HUD sets fair market rents for this area at $1,530 for a one-bedroom, $1,817 for a two-bedroom and $2,292 for a three-bedroom (fiscal year 2027). These figures include utilities and describe a modest unit, so newer apartments often ask for more.

The median home is worth $776,400, 174% higher than the Texas median. With 20% down and a 30-year loan at 7.28%, the monthly payment comes to about $4,250 before tax, or $5,045 with property tax. That is $3,168 a month more than the median rent, so renting is the cheaper monthly choice unless you plan to stay for years.

Texas has no state income tax, but property taxes are among the highest in the country. The median homeowner in Bee Cave pays $9,541 a year, 125% higher than the Texas median of $4,232. Budget for it, along with homeowners insurance, which our numbers do not include.

Typical rent by apartment size

Fair market rent by bedroom count in Bee CaveStudio$1,4471 bedroom$1,5302 bedrooms$1,8173 bedrooms$2,2924 bedrooms$2,689
HUD fair market rent for FY2027, Austin-Round Rock-San Marcos, TX MSA. This is what a typical, modest unit rents for, including utilities.
MeasureHereTexasUS
Median rent34% higher than Texas$1,877$1,403$1,413
Median home value174% higher than Texas$776,400$283,800$332,700
Home value to income93% higher than Texas7.0x3.6x4.1x
Renters paying 30%+ of income on rent7 points higher than Texas58%52%51%
Median property tax per year125% higher than Texas$9,541$4,232$3,119
Homes owned by the people living in them14 points lower than Texas49%63%65%
Median year homes were builtAbout the same as Texas201219921980

Monthly cost to buy a median home

$5,045
Mortgage payment
$4,250
Property tax
$795
Median rent, for comparison
$1,877

Based on a $776,400 home in Bee Cave, 20% down and a 30-year loan at 7.28% (Freddie Mac average, week of 2026-10-01). Property tax is the median paid locally, or the county median where the local figure is not published. Insurance and fees are not included.

Is Bee Cave safe?

In 2025, Bee Cave Police Department reported 8 violent crimes and 148 property crimes. That works out to 96 violent crimes per 100,000 people, 75% lower than the Texas rate of 387, and 1,771 property crimes per 100,000, 15% lower than the state rate.

Violent crime is down about 66% since 2021, based on the yearly rates below.

Crime rates describe the whole area a police department covers. Some streets are much quieter than the average and some are busier, so look at the neighborhood grades and visit at different times of day.

Violent crimes per 100,000 people in Bee Cave by yearTexas9620212022202320242025

Violent crimes per 100,000 people by year. The dashed line is the Texas rate for 2025.

Violent crime
96
per 100k, Texas 387
Property crime
1,771
per 100k, Texas 2,086
Property crimes per 100,000 people in Bee Cave by yearTexas1,77120212022202320242025

Property crimes per 100,000 people by year.

Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer, Bee Cave Police Department, 2025. Rates count reported crimes only and cover the area this police department serves.

Schools in Bee Cave

Bee Cave has 1 public school campuses with a 2025 state rating inside the city, and 100% of them earn an A or B. Most students here are served by Lake Travis ISD.

Texas districts usually assign students by attendance zone rather than the closest campus, so check the zone for a specific address with the district before you sign a lease or buy.

Schools grade
81
of 100 vs Texas towns
Average rating
87
Texas median 81

Ratings are the 2025 Texas Education Agency A to F accountability ratings. Always check which school serves a specific address with the district.

Top-rated schools

  • BBee Cave ElementaryElementary, Lake Travis ISD87 of 100

Daily life in Bee Cave

Everyday places mapped inside Bee Cave, from Overture Maps. Well-known spots include Bee Cave Trails, Field of Dreams, Bee Cave Dog Park.

The average one-way commute is 22 minutes, 17% shorter than the Texas average. 35% of workers work from home. Fewer than 3% walk, bike or take transit to work, so plan on driving for almost everything.

Downtown Austin is about 12 miles away in a straight line. Many people who live in Bee Cave work elsewhere in the metro, so test the drive at rush hour before you commit.

The median household income is $111,172, income per person is $95,004, unemployment is 3.1% and 62% of adults hold a bachelor's degree.

Grocery stores
5
Pharmacies
6
Restaurants
97
Cafes
6
Bars
4
Parks
8
Gyms
25
Hospitals and urgent care
4
Childcare
10
Libraries
1

Jobs, income and education

MeasureHereTexasUS
Median household income42% higher than Texas$111,172$78,476$80,734
Income per person133% higher than Texas$95,004$40,752$44,673
Unemployment rate2 points lower than Texas3.1%5.3%5.2%
People below the poverty line12 points lower than Texas2.2%14%12%
Adults with a bachelor's degree or higher28 points higher than Texas62%34%36%
Adults with a high school diploma or higher13 points higher than Texas99%86%90%
Adults 18 to 64 without health insurance12 points lower than Texas7.2%20%11%
Homes with broadband internet9 points higher than Texas100%91%91%

Getting to work

MeasureHereTexasUS
Average commute17% lower than Texas22 min27 min26 min
Workers who work from home21 points higher than Texas35%14%15%
Workers who work from home35%
Workers who take transit0.2%
Workers who walk1.1%
Workers who bike0%

Who lives in Bee Cave

Under 1820%
18 to 3419%
35 to 6443%
65 and over18%

Median age 41.7 years. 23% of households have children.

Race and ethnicity
White71%
Hispanic or Latino16%
Black1.7%
Asian7.3%
Other or more than one race4.7%

Shown for information only. It is never part of any grade.

Weather in Bee Cave

Bee Cave has a hot Texas climate. July highs average 94°F and January lows about 39°F. There are about 106 days a year at 90°F or above, and about 36 inches of rain a year.

Average monthly high and low temperatures in Bee Cave30°50°70°90°60J65F72M79A85M91J94J95A89S80O69N61DRain

Average daily high and low by month, °F, with rain below. NOAA 1991 to 2020 normals from Dripping Springs 6 E, 6 mi away. Orange months average 90°F or more.

Natural hazard risk

FEMA's National Risk Index says river flooding risk is moderate, hurricane risk is moderate, tornado risk is very high and hail risk is very high. Even in lower-risk areas, check the FEMA flood map for the exact address before you buy.

  • River floodingModerate
  • HurricanesModerate
  • TornadoesVery high
  • HailVery high
  • Heat wavesVery high
  • WildfiresVery high
  • Winter stormsLow
  • Strong windModerate

Source: FEMA National Risk Index, December 2025, Census tract level averaged for the city. Check the FEMA flood map for any address before you buy.

Places near Bee Cave

Nearby, The Hills gets an A+, Lakeway gets an A and Point Venture gets a B. Each is graded against Texas places of its own size, so a small town and a big city can both earn an A.

  1. A+The HillsTown, 2,516 people3 mi
  2. ALakewaySmall city, 19,307 people3 mi
  3. BPoint VentureTown, 1,598 people6 mi
  4. A-Steiner RanchSmall city, 18,619 people6 mi
  5. ABarton CreekTown, 3,440 people6 mi
  6. B+Hudson BendTown, 4,127 people8 mi

Bee Cave in the Austin area

How it ranks among 58 places in the metro.

  1. 1A+The Hills2,516 people14 mito downtown
  2. 2A+Rollingwood1,316 people3 mito downtown
  3. 3A+Brushy Creek19,576 people15 mito downtown
  4. 4ABarton Creek3,440 people7 mito downtown
  5. 5AWest Lake Hills3,285 people3 mito downtown
  6. 6ABelterra6,978 people16 mito downtown
  7. 7ABee Cave8,862 people12 mito downtown
  8. 8ACedar Park78,301 people15 mito downtown
  9. 9ALakeway19,307 people14 mito downtown
  10. 10ALeander74,067 people20 mito downtown

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Living in Bee Cave: common questions

Is Bee Cave, TX a good place to live?

Bee Cave gets an overall grade of A and ranks 60th of 745 Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people. It does best on internet access and education levels, and trails on cost of living. It is a strong pick for families, young professionals, retirees and remote workers.

How much does it cost to live in Bee Cave?

Median rent in Bee Cave is $1,877 a month, 34% higher than the Texas median. The median home is worth $776,400, 174% higher than the Texas median. A median home costs 7.0x the median household income, compared with 3.6x across Texas. With 20% down at a 7.28% rate, the monthly payment on a median home is about $5,045, including property tax.

Is Bee Cave safe?

In 2025, Bee Cave Police Department reported 96 violent crimes per 100,000 people, 75% lower than the Texas rate. Property crime was 1,771 per 100,000, 15% lower than the Texas rate.

Are the schools good in Bee Cave?

We found 1 rated public school campuses inside Bee Cave. 100% are rated A or B by the Texas Education Agency. Its schools score is 81 of 100 compared with other Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people.

Does Bee Cave flood?

FEMA rates river flooding risk in Bee Cave as moderate, and coastal flooding as not rated. Hazards rated high or very high here: tornadoes, heat waves, hail and wildfires. Always check the flood map for a specific address before you buy.

What is the weather like in Bee Cave?

Summers in Bee Cave peak at about 94°F in July, and January nights fall to about 39°F. Expect around 106 days a year at 90°F or hotter, and 36 inches of rain.

How long is the commute in Bee Cave?

The average one-way commute is 22 min, 17% lower than the Texas average. About 35% of workers work from home. It is about 12 miles from downtown Austin.

Sources: US Census Bureau 2020-2024 ACS 5-year and 2025 population estimates, CDC PLACES 2025, Texas Education Agency 2025 ratings, FBI Crime Data Explorer, FEMA National Risk Index, NOAA climate normals, HUD fair market rents, Overture Maps. Updated 2026-10-04. How we grade.