Austin’s debut will make these the five largest U.S. metro areas without a major pro sports franchise:
| City | Metro Area Pop. (Rank) | TV Households (Rank) |
|---|---|---|
| Norfolk | 1,728,733 (37) | 684,310 (42) |
| Providence | 1,621,337 (38) | 543,430 (56) |
| Richmond | 1,306,172 (44) | 555,630 (54) |
| Hartford | 1,206,300 (33) | 885,890 (33) |
| Birmingham | 1,151,801 (44) | 666,170 (44) |
