Buda is a fast-growing Texas town on Austin's southern edge — large enough to offer a real workforce and amenities, small enough to keep its character. It is home to 15,859 residents with a median age of 37.2. 83.6% of residents lived in the same home a year ago — a stability that translates into low workforce churn.

Hays County's economy has expanded to $15.3B in real output, up 69% since 2020. For a relocating company, that growth de-risks the move: it signals an expanding base of suppliers, customers, and talent.

Buda pairs Austin-area opportunity with attainable living. The median home value is $446,600, and 76.6% of households own their home. A $123,766 median household income reflects real buying power. Builders permitted 4,595 new homes in 2025, keeping housing supply growing with demand.