College Station, Texas

College towns have experienced a sharp rise in costs over the last decade as everyone from youngsters, families, and retirees realized these are often great places to live. College Station has many of the perks of other college towns but the cost of living has remained wonderfully low. Not just for rentals but also for buying a condo starter or luxury home.

There are a few things you’ll hear people complain about in College Station: progressives think it’s too conservative, and conservatives claim those damn youngsters are too liberal as an example. When it comes right down to it, though the most common complaint is the scorching heat and the humidity. While Texas varies in terms of humidity, College Station gets it without mercy.

The events and culture of Texas A&M play a big role in the life of locals in College Station. Sports are HUGE here so expect crazy crowds filled with pride and energy on game day. Football is king but other sports, men’s and women’s are a big deal and the school has plenty of arts and cultural events available to locals. Families love College Station, just like most college towns, because the area is safe, there is lots to do here for kiddos, and the schools are excellent. While young professionals will find the culture a bit boring (compared to bigger cities) for families it is kind of a paradise.

If you want to see what locals do for fun in College Station check out the calendar of events.

We highly recommend visiting College Station and staying in the community in a VRBO rather than a hotel to get a feel for living among the locals. You can also receive discounted travel fares via our partnership with Expedia.

The primary complaint about working in College Station is the wages. A massive student body that will work for minimum wage drives down earnings for service/retail/blue-collar jobs. The biggest employers in the area are Texas A&M and the School Districts of College Station and Bryan. If you’re working in education this is a good city. Outside of education, there is a big health system and some energy and emerging tech. For a town that is 3 to 4 hours from another big city though you’re safest in education or health for backup in case your first gig doesn’t work out.