Area Code 512

Where Is Area Code 512?

Area code 512 is the area code for a large part of Central Texas, which includes the city of Austin and its suburbs. Area code 512 is located in the Central Time Zone and covers 12 counties of Texas. When area code 512 was put into service in 1947, it was one of the 86 original area codes created by AT&T. Area code 512 was split in 1992 to form area code 210 and split again in 1999 to form area code 361. In 2013, area code 512 was overlaid with area code 737.

Located in Central Texas, Austin is the fourth most populous city in the state and the capital of the state. Austin is also the eleventh most populous city in the United States and the county seat of Travis County. Austin has a humid subtropical climate, characterized by long, hot summers and short, mild winters; the city lies on the edge of Tornado Alley and is subject to severe weather throughout the year. In 1966, a mass shooting occurred in Austin, which became known as the University of Texas tower shooting. When it comes to the economy, Austin is a center for business and technology. The high concentration of high-tech companies in the region is known as Silicon Hills. In addition to the numerous Fortune 500 companies headquartered in Austin, the city is home to over 85 pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies. Downtown Austin is home to the tallest condo towers in Texas and is currently expanding due to the presence of restaurants, museums, clubs, and music venues. The University of Texas at Austin is the state’s flagship institution.

Music is a big part of Austin’s culture, which is why the city is nicknamed “Live Music Capital of the World.” Austin has more music venues per capita than anywhere else in the nation and is home to some of the largest music events in the world. When it comes to sports, there are no major league professional sports teams located in Austin, however there is the University of Texas Longhorns. When it comes to recreation, there are numerous public swimming pools and parks throughout the city. The Deep Eddy Pool is a popular man-made swimming pool while the Barton Springs Pool is filled completely with water from nearby natural springs. The most popular parks in the city are Zilker Metropolitan Park and McKinney Falls State Park, both of which offer plenty of outdoor activities. Annual events in the city include O. Henry Pun-Off, Eeyore's Birthday Party, the Austin City Limits Music Festival, the Texas Craft Brewers Festival, and the Urban Music Festival. Major points of interest in the city include the Texas State Capitol, the LBJ Presidential Library, the Bullock Texas State History Museum, the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center, and the Zilker Botanical Garden.

Round Rock is a city in Central Texas in Williamson County. Located 18 miles north of Austin, Round Rock is a suburb of Austin. Round Rock was established near a large round and anvil-shaped rock, hence the city’s name. Round Rock has a humid subtropical climate, characterized by hot, humid summers and mild, cool winters. Round Rock has a population of 99,887 and the racial makeup of the city is 70.8% White, 29.0% Hispanic, 9.8% African American, and 5.2% Asian (2010 Census). The low crime rate makes Round Rock a safe city to reside in. Round Rock is a major center for economic growth in Central Texas, which is the result of Dell being headquartered in the city. The Round Rock Independent School District is among the best school districts in Texas, which is a result of the city’s strong public education system. Round Rock calls itself the "Sports Capital of Texas;" the city focuses on being the premier destination for youth and recreational sports. Points of interest in the city include Dell Diamond, the Round Rock Premium Outlets, the Round Rock Sports Center, and the Rock'N River Waterpark.

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