Retired employees from the City of Austin and their surviving dependents have access to basic medical, dental and vision coverage. The retiree health insurance benefit is administered by the City and retirees must contact the City's Human Resources Department Benefits Division to sign up. 

For retirees who elect healthcare benefits at retirement, your share of the premiums are deducted from your monthly benefit payment and sent to the City for you.

How to Contact the City of Austin Human Resources Department Employee Benefits Division

The Benefits Division staff are available by phone or in person to discuss benefits questions.

Phone Number: 512-974-3284

Email: Benefits.HRD@austintexas.gov

Office Hours: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Office Location: 505 Barton Springs Road, Suite 600

Online Resources

You can also view eligibility requirements, plan choices, print the City’s retiree benefits guide, and find information about the City’s other benefits. To access benefits information, visit www.austintexas.gov/retirees.