Lago Vista, Texas facts for kids
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Lago Vista, Texas
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Location within Travis County in Texas
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 Lago Vista, Texas
Location in Texas
Lago Vista, Texas
Location in the United States
Lago Vista, Texas
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| Country |  United States |
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| State |  Texas |
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| County | Travis | |
| Incorporated | 1984 | |
| Government | ||
| • Type | Council–manager | |
| Area | ||
| • Total | 15.52 sq mi (40.19 km2) | |
| • Land | 14.33 sq mi (37.11 km2) | |
| • Water | 1.19 sq mi (3.07 km2) 3.95% | |
| Elevation | 883 ft (269 m) | |
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8,896  |
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| • Density | 527.29/sq mi (203.59/km2) | |
| Demonym(s) | Lago Vistan | |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (CST) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) | |
| ZIP code |
78645
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| Area code(s) | 512 & 737 | |
| FIPS code | 48-40264 | |
| GNIS feature ID | 2411594 | |
| Airports | Rusty Allen Airport (RYW), Austin–Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) | |
| Major Roadways |  RM 1431, Lohman Ford Road, Boggy Ford Road |
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| Transportation Provider | CapMetro Transportation Authority | |
Lago Vista, Texas is a city in the United States. Its name means "Lake View" in English. It is located on the northern shores of Lake Travis.
This city is in Travis County, Texas. It is less than 20 miles from downtown Austin. Much of Lago Vista sits on a peninsula. A peninsula is land surrounded by water on three sides. The Colorado River flows right next to the city.
Between 2010 and 2020, Travis County grew by about 27%. Lago Vista grew even faster, by over 47%. This shows many people are moving to the area.
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Geography and Climate
Lago Vista is on the North Shore of Lake Travis. It is about 20 miles northwest of downtown Austin.
The city covers about 15.52 square miles. Most of this area is land, but some is water. Lago Vista is next to the Balcones Canyonlands National Wildlife Refuge. This area has rugged land. Elevations range from 774 feet near the lake to 1220 feet near Rusty Allen Airport. The land has steep limestone hills and canyons. These are some of the highest points in Travis County.
Climate in Lago Vista
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Lago Vista has a climate with warm summers and mild winters. The chart shows average temperatures and rainfall each month.
Population and People
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1990 | 2,199 | — | |
| 2000 | 4,507 | 105.0% | |
| 2010 | 6,041 | 34.0% | |
| 2020 | 8,896 | 47.3% | |
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The city's population has grown a lot over the years. In 1990, about 2,200 people lived here. By 2020, the population was almost 9,000.
| Race | Number | Percentage |
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| White (NH) | 6,800 | 76.44% |
| Black or African American (NH) | 113 | 1.27% |
| Native American or Alaska Native (NH) | 25 | 0.28% |
| Asian (NH) | 83 | 0.93% |
| Pacific Islander (NH) | 11 | 0.12% |
| Some Other Race (NH) | 33 | 0.37% |
| Mixed/Multi-Racial (NH) | 463 | 5.2% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 1,368 | 15.38% |
| Total | 8,896 |
Facts from the 2020 Census
In 2020, Lago Vista had 8,896 residents. There were almost 3,000 households. The city has grown by 47.3% since 2010.
About 2.41 people live in each home. Slightly more than half of the residents are male (50.5%). About 26% of the population is over 65 years old. About 16% are under 18.
Most households (93.4%) have a computer. Many homes (86.7%) also have broadband internet. Most adults (94.5%) have finished high school. About 35.7% have a college degree or higher.
The average household income was $80,705. The average income per person was $47,058. The typical home value was about $282,700. About 6.5% of people in Lago Vista live below the poverty line.
Economy and Growth
Lago Vista's population and economy are growing quickly. This is because many people are moving to Travis County. The Greater Austin area is a major center for high tech companies. This region is sometimes called "Silicon Hills". This name comes from the large number of tech companies here.
In 2022, Travis County was one of the wealthiest counties in Texas. The average income per person was $74,032. The average home value was $519,353.
Arts and Culture
Lago Vista hosts several fun events throughout the year.
Annual Events and Celebrations
- March: La Primavera Bike Race
- March: Lago Vista Players (local theater group)
- April: Hill Country Singers (music performance)
- April: Balcones Songbird Festival (celebrating local birds)
- April/May: LAGO FEST Texas (a local festival)
- July: Fourth of July Parade and Fireworks
- August: Viva Lake Travis Casino Night
- October: National Night Out and Trunk-or-Treat (community safety event and Halloween fun)
- November: Hill Country Singers
- December (First Monday): Christmas Tree Lighting Celebration and Trail of Lights
Education in Lago Vista
Most of Lago Vista is part of the Lago Vista Independent School District. A small part of the city is in the Marble Falls Independent School District. Lago Vista ISD operates Lago Vista High School.
The Austin Community College district serves most of Travis County. This includes parts of Lago Vista.
The largest universities near Lago Vista are in Austin. These include the University of Texas at Austin. It is a very large university with over 40,000 undergraduate students.
Infrastructure and Transportation
Roadways
RM 1431 is the main road that leads into Lago Vista.
Public Transportation
The Capital Metropolitan Transportation Authority (CapMetro) provides public transport. It is based in Austin. CapMetro runs local bus services between Lago Vista and other parts of Austin. Route 214 connects Lago Vista to Lakeline Station.
CapMetro also has an on-demand service called Pickup. It works like a rideshare service in Lago Vista.
Airports
Rusty Allen Airport (RYW) is a small airport in Lago Vista. It is only for general aviation, like private planes. For regular flights, the closest airport is Austin–Bergstrom International Airport.
Media and News
The main newspaper for the Austin area, including Lago Vista, is the Austin-American Statesman. Other local newspapers and publications are also available.
Many commercial radio stations serve the Lago Vista area. These play different types of music and talk shows. KUT-FM is a public radio station. It produces most of its content locally. KOOP (FM) is a volunteer-run station with many local programs. There is also 1670 AM (LagoRadio). It streams music from the 1960s, 70s, and 80s. It also shares news for Lago Vista and nearby communities.
Several network television stations are available. These include channels like Fox, ABC, NBC, CBS, and PBS.
See also
In Spanish: Lago Vista (condado de Travis, Texas) para niños
