Quality of Life - Buda EDC

Buda prides itself on a ’work and thrive’ culture, meaning everything you need is right here in Buda! With a strong business community, a curated mix of retail and restaurants for evening and weekend fun, towering oak trees and walking trails, and the crisp waters of Onion Creek, Buda offers residents the benefits of small town charm with big city amenities in a family friendly setting.

Family friendly atmosphere with frequent community events
Walkable Historic Downtown & Main Street; ample parking
Plenty of boutique shops, local artwork, food trucks, coffee shops and unique dining options to explore
More parkland per capita than any city in the state, earning us the title of Outdoor Capital of Texas

Easy access to healthcare and higher education
Strong school system with 26 campuses in Hays CISD
Commutable to major employers Tesla and Samsung
Minutes from Austin
Low crime rate compared to nearby cities and national averages (24.13 vs 41.23 in Austin)

Our tight-knit community offers memory-making experiences throughout the year. A rich history meets future-thinking ideals to create a city that’s one-of-a-kind.

guest sitting at tables at Meridian Market

Uncover a charming and delightful mix of local eateries, boutique shopping, and more in Buda’s Historic Main Street.

Sample of newly built homes in Buda, Texas

Buda and its ETJ consist of more than 35 neighborhoods from master-planned communities to multifamily housing projects.

Front of Moe and Gene Johnson High School

Hays CISD serves more than 23,000 students across 26 campuses, including three high schools, six middle schools, 15 elementary schools and 25 colleges and universities located within a 50-mile radius.

Quality healthcare is right here in Buda, including a full-service Baylor Scott and White. Texas Children’s Hospital is expected to break ground just north of the city and Ascension Seton Hays Hospital sits just south of the city.

With more parkland per capita than any other city in the state, Buda is known as the “Outdoor Capital of Texas.” There is always a moment with nature just minutes away.

Explore Downtown

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