Dell Technologies · Employee Relocation
Quick clarification before you start searching on Zillow: Dell's headquarters is in Round Rock — not Austin proper. That's one exit north of Austin on I-35, and it changes your entire housing search. This guide gives you the honest commute math and best neighborhoods for Dell employees in 2026.
Know Before You Search
Dell Technologies' global headquarters sits at One Dell Way, Round Rock, TX 78682. Round Rock is its own city — home to 145,000 people, excellent schools, and a thriving local economy — immediately north of Austin on I-35. The city has grown substantially around Dell's presence over the past 30 years and has some of the best infrastructure for a Dell commute of anywhere in the metro.
The practical upside: living in Round Rock means you may never need to get on a freeway. Many Dell employees live within 10 minutes via local roads. Neighborhoods that sound "Austin adjacent" on paper — Cedar Park, Georgetown, Pflugerville — are all closer to Dell than downtown Austin. Meanwhile, South Austin, Lakeway, and the Domain corridor are in completely the wrong direction for the Dell commute.
Where Dell Employees Actually Live
$360K–$580K to buy · $1,350–$1,850/mo rent
$340K–$560K to buy · $1,300–$1,750/mo rent
$380K–$580K to buy · $1,400–$1,900/mo rent
$320K–$500K to buy · $1,200–$1,600/mo rent
$340K–$520K to buy · $1,250–$1,700/mo rent
$350K–$600K to buy · $1,300–$1,900/mo rent
What You'll Pay
| Area | Buy Price | Monthly Rent |
|---|---|---|
| Pflugerville | $320K–$500K | $1,200–$1,600 |
| Georgetown | $340K–$560K | $1,300–$1,750 |
| Leander | $340K–$520K | $1,250–$1,700 |
| Round Rock | $360K–$580K | $1,350–$1,850 |
| Cedar Park | $380K–$580K | $1,400–$1,900 |
| North Austin | $350K–$600K | $1,300–$1,900 |
Dell salaries range from $70K for entry-level IT and support roles to $250K+ for engineering directors and executives. At $100K–$150K, Round Rock and Georgetown offer genuine homeownership — a 4BR home in a top school district for under $500K. At $150K+, you can comfortably buy anywhere in the Dell corridor, including Cedar Park and Leander.
The Dell corridor — Round Rock, Georgetown, Cedar Park, Pflugerville — represents Austin's strongest combination of commute time, school quality, and price. This is where the metro's value is. You're not competing with Domain-area buyers or paying an East Austin premium for the same square footage.
The First Decision
For Families
One of the top-rated large districts in Central Texas. McNeil HS, Round Rock HS, Cedar Ridge HS — all consistently strong. If you live in Round Rock, you're in this district automatically. Many Dell families choose Round Rock specifically for RRISD.
Consistently one of the top-rated large districts in Texas. Vista Ridge HS, Cedar Park HS, Rouse HS all highly rated. The #1 reason families choose Cedar Park or Leander over Round Rock proper — and worth the extra 5–10 minutes on the Dell commute.
Growing and improving. East View HS and Georgetown HS serve the area. Wolf Ranch and newer communities feed into newer, well-resourced campuses. A solid option that's improving year over year as the district adds enrollment.
Solid mid-range district with improving ratings — Pflugerville HS and Hendrickson HS serve the area. The underrated pick in the Dell corridor: you get genuinely good schools at the area's lowest home prices.
The Financial Upside
Texas has zero state income tax. On a $130K Dell salary, that's $7,000–$10,500 more take-home per year vs. California. For Dell employees relocating from the Bay Area or Seattle, this shows up immediately and meaningfully — often covering the property tax difference entirely within the first two years.
Texas property taxes run 1.8%–2.4% of assessed value. On a $460K home in Round Rock, budget $8,280–$11,040/year ($690–$920/mo). Round Rock and Williamson County rates are mid-range for Texas. Factor this into your mortgage calculation — lenders will include it in your DTI from day one.
Texas offers a homestead exemption that reduces your home's taxable assessed value. File after January 1 of your first full year of ownership. In Williamson County (Round Rock, Georgetown, Cedar Park), this typically saves $900–$1,500/year — money back annually with zero ongoing effort after the initial filing.
Before You Arrive
Common Questions
Dell Technologies HQ is at One Dell Way, Round Rock, TX 78682 — not in Austin proper. Round Rock is a city of ~145,000 immediately north of Austin on I-35, about 20 miles from downtown Austin. Most job listings say "Austin area." Round Rock is a city of ~145,000 immediately north of Austin on I-35. Living in Round Rock puts you closer to Dell than most Austin zip codes.
Round Rock itself is the most popular — many Dell employees live within 5–15 minutes of campus. Georgetown is a close second, especially for employees who want more space or a quieter setting. Cedar Park and Pflugerville are both within 20–25 minutes. North Austin is viable for employees who want city amenities with a reasonable I-35 commute.
From Round Rock itself: 5–15 min. Georgetown: 15–22 min via I-35. Cedar Park: 18–25 min via 183A/I-35. Pflugerville: 15–22 min via SH-130. North Austin: 20–30 min via I-35. Central Austin: 28–42 min depending on traffic. Avoid South Austin, Kyle, Buda, and Lakeway — those run 45–65 min each way.
Dell Technologies offers relocation packages for new hires and internal transfers, particularly for professional, engineering, and management roles. Package details vary by level. Relocation typically covers moving expenses and may include a lump-sum allowance. Confirm your specific package with Dell HR — if it includes temporary housing, use that window to evaluate neighborhoods before buying.
Round Rock is one of Austin's best-value suburbs. Typical buy prices range from $360K–$580K for single-family homes. Georgetown runs $340K–$560K. Cedar Park $380K–$580K. Pflugerville $320K–$500K. Combined with Texas's zero state income tax, a Dell salary goes significantly further here than in comparable tech markets like Silicon Valley or Seattle.
Round Rock ISD is one of the top-rated large school districts in Central Texas — and you're already in it if you live in Round Rock. Georgetown ISD is growing and improving. Leander ISD (Cedar Park) is consistently rated one of the best large districts in Texas. All three are strong options for Dell families relocating with children.
Work With Luke
I specialize in helping tech employees relocate to Austin and Round Rock — I know the Dell campus corridor, the neighborhoods worth the premium, and how to get you into a home before your start date. My representation is free to buyers.
Round Rock in the $380K–$500K range moves fast when inventory is low. If you're within 60 days of your Dell start date, reach out today — I've closed deals in 21 days when the timeline required it.