Town in Travis County, part of the Austin metro

Living in Manchaca, TX

B+

158th of 745Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people
Overall score 78 of 100
17th of 58 in the Austin area

Manchaca gets an overall grade of B+ and ranks 158th of 745 Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people. It does best on jobs and income and internet access, and trails on schools and getting around. It is a strong pick for young professionals, retirees and remote workers.

  • Good for young professionals
  • Good for retirees
  • Good for remote workers
  • Well connected
  • Schools scores low (8 of 100)
  • River flooding risk is very high
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Where Manchaca is in Texas.
Population
2,171
Median rent
$2,59185% higher than Texas
Median home value
$573,800102% higher than Texas
Household income
$155,313Median
Average commute
29 minOne way
Violent crime
No dataNo full-year report

What it's like to live in Manchaca

Manchaca sits about 12 miles from downtown Austin, in the Austin-Round Rock-San Marcos metro. About 2,171 people live here. It is spread out, with mostly newer homes (the median home was built in 2014).

Places locals use include Manchaca Community Park and Twin Creek Park, Manchaca, Texas.

The median age is 33.3, 39% of households have children, 77% of homes are owned by the people living in them and the typical household earns $155,313 a year (98% higher than the Texas median).

Pros of living in Manchaca

  • High incomes. The median household earns $155,313, 98% higher than the Texas median.

Cons of living in Manchaca

  • Higher rent. Median rent is $2,591, 85% higher than the Texas median.
  • Natural hazard risk. FEMA rates the risk of river flooding, tornadoes and hail as very high here.
  • Long, hot summers. Expect about 124 days a year at 90°F or hotter.

Who Manchaca suits

  • FamiliesNot the best fit. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 36% for families.
  • Young professionalsA reasonable fit: household income is 98% higher than the Texas median, with 10 restaurants and 1 cafe in town. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 94% for young professionals.
  • RetireesA reasonable fit: 14% of working-age adults are uninsured. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 88% for retirees.
  • Remote workersA reasonable fit: 98% of homes have broadband and the median rent of $2,591 is 85% higher than the Texas median. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 95% for remote workers.
  • People on a budgetA reasonable fit: the median rent of $2,591 is 85% higher than the Texas median. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 44% for people on a budget.

Manchaca report card

Ten grades, one for each part of daily life we measure. Most compare Manchaca 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 C-

    Median rent $2,591, homes cost 3.7x income.

    39 of 100 vs US towns

  • Jobs and income: grade A+

    Median household income $155,313, 2.9% unemployed.

    95 of 100 vs US towns

  • Schools: grade F

    1 rated campuses, 0% rated A or B.

    8 of 100 vs TX towns

  • Safety: no grade

    No full year of crime data from local police.

    No score vs TX towns

  • Errands and things to do: grade B+

    0 grocery stores, 10 restaurants, 7 parks mapped in town.

    76 of 100 vs TX towns

  • Getting around: grade D+

    Average commute 29 min, 18% work from home.

    30 of 100 vs US towns

  • Education levels: grade A

    53% have a bachelor’s degree.

    90 of 100 vs US towns

  • Health: grade B-

    14% of adults uninsured.

    62 of 100 vs US towns

  • Home ownership: grade C+

    77% of homes owner-occupied.

    51 of 100 vs US towns

  • Internet access: grade A

    98% of homes have broadband.

    94 of 100 vs US towns

Where Manchaca stands out compared with Texas

Better than Texas

  • Median household income: $155,31398% higher than Texas ($78,476)
  • Renters paying 30%+ of income on rent: 14%38 points lower than Texas (52%)
  • Adults with a bachelor's degree or higher: 53%19 points higher than Texas (34%)

Worse than Texas

  • Median rent: $2,59185% higher than Texas ($1,403)
  • Average commute: 29 min9% higher than Texas (27 min)
  • Vacant homes: 11%2 points higher than Texas (9.4%)

Cost of living in Manchaca

Rent is the cost most newcomers feel first. The median rent in Manchaca is $2,591 a month, 85% higher than the Texas median of $1,403. To keep that rent at 30% of income, a household needs to earn about $104,000 a year. Right now 14% 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 $573,800, 102% higher than the Texas median. With 20% down and a 30-year loan at 7.28%, the monthly payment comes to about $3,141 before tax, or $3,640 with property tax. That is $1,049 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 Manchaca pays $5,994 a year, 42% 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 ManchacaStudio$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 rent85% higher than Texas$2,591$1,403$1,413
Median home value102% higher than Texas$573,800$283,800$332,700
Home value to incomeAbout the same as Texas3.7x3.6x4.1x
Renters paying 30%+ of income on rent38 points lower than Texas14%52%51%
Median property tax per year42% higher than Texas$5,994$4,232$3,119
Homes owned by the people living in them14 points higher than Texas77%63%65%
Median year homes were builtAbout the same as Texas201419921980

Monthly cost to buy a median home

$3,640
Mortgage payment
$3,141
Property tax
$500
Median rent, for comparison
$2,591

Based on a $573,800 home in Manchaca, 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.

Schools in Manchaca

Manchaca has 1 public school campuses with a 2025 state rating inside the city, and 0% of them earn an A or B. Most students here are served by Austin 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
8
of 100 vs Texas towns
Average rating
69
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

  • DMenchaca ElementaryElementary, Austin ISD69 of 100

Daily life in Manchaca

Everyday places mapped inside Manchaca, from Overture Maps. Well-known spots include Manchaca Community Park, Twin Creek Park, Manchaca, Texas.

The average one-way commute is 29 minutes, 9% longer than the Texas average. 18% 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 Manchaca work elsewhere in the metro, so test the drive at rush hour before you commit.

The median household income is $155,313, income per person is $61,027, unemployment is 2.9% and 53% of adults hold a bachelor's degree.

Grocery stores
0
Pharmacies
0
Restaurants
10
Cafes
1
Bars
0
Parks
7
Gyms
3
Hospitals and urgent care
0
Childcare
2
Libraries
0

Jobs, income and education

MeasureHereTexasUS
Median household income98% higher than Texas$155,313$78,476$80,734
Income per person50% higher than Texas$61,027$40,752$44,673
Unemployment rate2 points lower than Texas2.9%5.3%5.2%
People below the poverty line13 points lower than Texas0.9%14%12%
Adults with a bachelor's degree or higher19 points higher than Texas53%34%36%
Adults with a high school diploma or higher11 points higher than Texas97%86%90%
Adults 18 to 64 without health insurance6 points lower than Texas14%20%11%
Homes with broadband internet7 points higher than Texas98%91%91%

Getting to work

MeasureHereTexasUS
Average commute9% higher than Texas29 min27 min26 min
Workers who work from home4 points higher than Texas18%14%15%
Workers who work from home18%
Workers who take transit1.9%
Workers who walk0%
Workers who bike0%

Who lives in Manchaca

Under 1831%
18 to 3422%
35 to 6441%
65 and over6.1%

Median age 33.3 years. 39% of households have children.

Race and ethnicity
White51%
Hispanic or Latino30%
Black2.4%
Asian5.0%
Other or more than one race12%

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

Weather in Manchaca

Manchaca has a hot Texas climate. July highs average 96°F and January lows about 38°F. There are about 124 days a year at 90°F or above, and about 36 inches of rain a year.

Average monthly high and low temperatures in Manchaca30°50°70°90°62J66F73M80A87M93J96J97A91S82O72N64DRain

Average daily high and low by month, °F, with rain below. NOAA 1991 to 2020 normals from Austin Bergstrom Ap, 10 mi away. Orange months average 90°F or more.

Natural hazard risk

FEMA's National Risk Index says river flooding risk is very high, hurricane risk is moderate, tornado risk is very high and hail risk is very high. Before you buy, look up the FEMA flood zone for the exact address and get a flood insurance quote, since standard home policies do not cover floods.

  • River floodingVery high
  • HurricanesModerate
  • TornadoesVery high
  • HailVery high
  • Heat wavesHigh
  • WildfiresHigh
  • 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 Manchaca

Nearby, San Leanna gets a D-, Shady Hollow gets a B and Buda gets an A-. Each is graded against Texas places of its own size, so a small town and a big city can both earn an A.

  1. D-San LeannaTown, 1,047 people1 mi
  2. BShady HollowTown, 5,709 people2 mi
  3. A-BudaSmall city, 15,859 people4 mi
  4. ABelterraTown, 6,978 people10 mi
  5. C+KyleCity, 56,823 people10 mi
  6. A+RollingwoodTown, 1,316 people10 mi

Manchaca 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. 14B+Round Rock127,786 people17 mito downtown
  5. 15B+Hudson Bend4,127 people13 mito downtown
  6. 16B+Jonestown2,535 people17 mito downtown
  7. 17B+Manchaca2,171 people12 mito downtown
  8. 18B+Santa Rita Ranch6,586 people26 mito downtown
  9. 19B+Hutto35,483 people21 mito downtown
  10. 20B+Serenada1,444 people28 mito downtown

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Living in Manchaca: common questions

Is Manchaca, TX a good place to live?

Manchaca gets an overall grade of B+ and ranks 158th of 745 Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people. It does best on jobs and income and internet access, and trails on schools and getting around. It is a strong pick for young professionals, retirees and remote workers.

How much does it cost to live in Manchaca?

Median rent in Manchaca is $2,591 a month, 85% higher than the Texas median. The median home is worth $573,800, 102% higher than the Texas median. A median home costs 3.7x 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 $3,640, including property tax.

Are the schools good in Manchaca?

We found 1 rated public school campuses inside Manchaca. 0% are rated A or B by the Texas Education Agency. Its schools score is 8 of 100 compared with other Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people.

Does Manchaca flood?

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

What is the weather like in Manchaca?

Summers in Manchaca peak at about 96°F in July, and January nights fall to about 38°F. Expect around 124 days a year at 90°F or hotter, and 36 inches of rain.

How long is the commute in Manchaca?

The average one-way commute is 29 min, 9% higher than the Texas average. About 18% 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.