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Austin is the capital of Texas and a major city in the state's central region. The U.S. Census Bureau counted 1,002,632 residents in 2025, the first time Austin's population exceeded one million.

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Austin skyline at twilight. · City of Austin, official communications image
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Updated October 18, 2026

Market snapshot

Population

1,002,632[1]

U.S. Census population estimate for 2025.

2027 esports event

Champions and Game Changers Championship · Sep 16–Oct 10[2]

Riot scheduled both season-ending championships in Austin.

References3
  1. [1]Austin Population Milestone: One Million and Counting — City of Austin
  2. [2]VCT 2027: The Global Tour — Riot Games
  3. [3]Austin city skyline at twilight — City of Austin Communications

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