About Driftwood
Set in the central part of Texas, Driftwood is a small unincorporated community.
Officially, Driftwood is a census-designated place — a real, named community that residents call home, governed at the county level. The community covers 1.29 square miles.
📰 Driftwood News Today
- This Charming Texas Hill Country Town Is Under 1 Hour From Austin—With Wineries, Famous BBQ Spots, and Scenic Trails Travel + Leisure · Jul 18
- Dallas John Gremillion Obituary (2026) - Driftwood, TX - Harrell Funeral Home of Dripping Springs Legacy obituary · Aug 17
- Things to Do in Driftwood, Texas My Curly Adventures · Jun 1
- Off-the-beaten-path TX town is full of scenic views, expensive living MySA · Mar 21
- This Hill Country Hideaway Is Just 23 Miles From Austin—But Feels A World Away Southern Living · Jul 9
Live headlines via Google News — updates through the day.
What Makes Driftwood Unique
- An unincorporated community — no city hall of its own, which often means lower local taxes and county-managed services.
- Part of the fabric of Texas — one of 1,863 recognized communities statewide.
Why People Love It Here
- Quiet streets and a slower rhythm — the kind of place people move to on purpose.
- Housing dollars stretch further here than in the nearest metro.
- Well connected: 3+ neighboring communities within 7 miles.
🍽️ Where to Eat in Driftwood
- The Salt Lick BBQ — barbecue
- Trattoria Lisina — italian
Local spots mapped by the OpenStreetMap community.
🏫 Schools in Driftwood
- CYPRESS SPRINGS EL
- PATHFINDER CAMP
Public schools, U.S. Dept. of Education (NCES) 2023–24 directory.
⚡ Quick Facts
StateTexas
TypeCDP
Population (2024)—
Land area1.29 sq mi
Coordinates30.1331, -98.0373