Prostitutes Austin
Arrest Patterns and Pricing
Prostitution arrests in Austin, Texas, occur in specific areas known for street activity. Prices reported for services are typically around $20-$30 for a hand job, $20-$50 for oral sex, and $40-$60 for intercourse. Law enforcement frequently conducts sting operations targeting prostitution. Recent examples include a sting in North Austin netting 14 arrests and a two-night operation on South Congress resulting in 21 arrests. A multi-day sting in nearby Kerr County also led to 20 arrests.
High-Activity Locations
Specific areas associated with street prostitution or solicitation include parts of Rundberg Lane and historically, the downtown “Whorehouse District” before it became the Warehouse District. Sixth Street, while heavily patrolled, still sees some activity according to reports. Concerns exist about prostitution impacting neighborhoods, with some residents near areas like 65th and Ashland reporting issues that make them reluctant to let children play outside.
Online Presence and Support Systems
Online platforms list numerous escorts operating in Austin. Websites offer searchable directories with hundreds of profiles, often categorized by price, age, and location. Organizations like Sex Workers Educating and Empowering Texans (SWEET), led by transgender sex workers of color, advocate for and support individuals in the sex trade. Resources like Sex Addicts Anonymous (SAA) and S.L.A.A. (Sex and Love Addicts Anonymous) offer support meetings locally.
Historical Context and Modern Venues
Historically, prostitution was significant in Austin during the late 1800s. Areas like Guy Town and Caldwell County south of Austin were known venues. Records from the 1880s-1890s indicate that over half of the city’s prostitutes were White (mostly US-born), with about 40% being Black. Brothels and “fandango houses” operated openly downtown. Adult entertainment venues, such as the Yellow Rose Cabaret strip club and colette Austin (a private swingers club), also operate within the city. Enforcement remains active, with police focusing on known solicitation zones and online solicitation.
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