West Lake Hills' population is about 3,100 residents, with about 200 business and 1,000 homes. At a median household income of $117,000, West Lake Hills is an affluent area well above the national average. The median age is 43.
Employers
West Lake residents work in both Austin and West Lake. Primary industries include: Educational, health and social services (26.2%)
Professional,scientific,management,administrative, and waste management services (19.3%)
Retail trade (14.3%)
About West Lake Hills
In 1953, West Lake Hills was born as a village adjoining Austin's western edge. It officially became a city in 1957. Since its early years, West Lake Hills has attracted Austinites seeking a close-knit community, excellent schools and development that preserves the environment and its rural town feel. West Lake features the rolling hills of the Edwards Plateau and the sparkling waters of Barton Creek. At only four square miles in size, but six miles from downtown Austin, West Lake truly offers small-town living with around-the-corner access to the big city.
Schools
Eanes Independent School District was created in 1969 and today serves 7,100 students in nine schools. In addition to West Lake Hills proper, Eanes ISD boundaries include parts of Austin and Rollingwood. The district includes six elementaries, two middle schools and one high school. Highly educated themselves, West Lake parents place a high priority on education excellence and the community actively supports the schools. The district and several of its campuses have received state and national recognition, and Eanes students typically score well above state and national averages on the SAT and ACT exams.
Living in West Lake Hills
West Lake Hills has it all ... natural beauty, close-in location, sustainable development and a quiet family atmosphere. West Lake Hills offers family-friendly neighborhoods with great parks and bike paths, master planned golf resort communities, and luxurious one-of-a-kind Lake Austin waterfront mansions. All this, and just minutes from downtown employers, museums, theater district, and Zilker Park. The median home value is $330,900.