While the population of Dripping Springs is close to 7,000 within the official city limits, the Retail Trade Area is home to 67,000 residents. Countless entrepreneurs and telecommuters have been attracted to the community for its proximity to the Austin/San Antonio technology sectors and ease of air travel from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport. With more than 60% of the population having 4-year college degrees or higher, the community provides an existing talent pool for various industry verticals.
As the population grows, Dripping Springs works to preserve its bucolic charm through thoughtful and intentional planning. The city is a designated International Dark Sky Community and the offers more than 270 acres of preserved park lands. A “district of innovation,” the Dripping Springs Independent School District is a major draw to the area due to its curriculum and high performance in virtually every area. The success of DSISD graduates is undeniable – the Class of 2019 seniors performed a cumulative 46,127 hours of community service and earned more than $5 million in scholarships. The Class of 2022 also boasted a graduation rate of 98.6%!
Adjacent to Austin and nestled in Texas Hill Country, Dripping Springs is positioned for continued growth and success. Both residents and businesses are proud to call Dripping Springs home, and work to embrace small town sensibilities and protect the unique culture as the city flourishes with expansion. A thriving destination tourism district completes the trifecta for a live-work-play quality of life in Dripping Springs.