Austin is a city in Mower County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 26,174 at the 2020 census. It is the county seat of Mower County. Austin is located at the intersection of Interstate Highway 90 and U.S. Highway 218 in the southeastern part of the state.
The town was originally settled along the Cedar River and it has two man-made lakes called East Side Lake and Mill pond. The town was named for Austin R. Nichols, the first settler in the area.
2026 Flower Basket Donation Project Please consider donating to our 2026 Flower Basket Fund. Your generosity will help us purchase flowers, maintain the baskets, and keep our downtown vibrant throughout the season. For an impressive 31 years, this beloved project has transformed our downtown into a picturesque oasis filled with blooming flowers, drawing residents [...]
Discover the results of the City of Austin’s 2025 Performance Measurements Survey by clicking the link. A big thank you to everyone who participated and shared their valuable insights! 2025 Public Survey Results
The City of Austin wants to hear from you! We invite you to participate in our survey on city services, available now through June 13. Your insights are invaluable in helping us improve our community. Join us in shaping the future of Austin by sharing your thoughts through the survey link. If you prefer, paper [...]
Third Ward Vacancy Packet The City of Austin, Minnesota hereby announces the vacancy for the seat of Third Ward Council Member on the Austin City Council. This vacancy is due to Council Member Poshusta's resignation, and the City Council is seeking qualified individuals to fill the seat. Interested candidates must be registered voters in the [...]