New Braunfels, TX — City Data, Demographics & Statistics
Guadalupe County · Texas
City DNA
A unique fingerprint for New Braunfels based on 8 key metrics — compared to averages.
Quick Stats
Population
98,700
2023 ACS
Median Income
$88,257
2023
Median Home Value
$315,100
2023
Median Rent
$1,536
2023
Median Age
36.4
Unemployment
3.7%
Cost of Living Index
142.3
100 = national avg
New Braunfels is a city in Guadalupe County, Texas, with a population of 98,700 according to the 2023 American Community Survey. New Braunfels is one of the communities in Texas.
The median household income in New Braunfels is $88,257, and the median home value is $315,100. The cost of living index is 142.3 (where 100 = national average), and the median rent is $1,536 per month. The unemployment rate is 3.7%, and the median age is 36.4 years.
People & Demographics
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Population
Total Population
98,700
Male
48,847
49.5%
Female
49,853
50.5%
Median Age
36.4
Education & Household
Bachelor's or Higher
25.9%
High School or Higher
41.8%
Foreign Born
6.6%
Veterans
7.1%
Married
43.3%
Avg Household Size
2.5
Marital Status by Age
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
0.317
Simpson's Index (0-1)
Largest Group
White
73.0%
Foreign Born
6.6%
Hispanic/Latino Ethnicity
Hispanic/Latino is an ethnicity, not a race. People of any race can identify as Hispanic. This percentage overlaps with the racial categories above.
Hispanic/Latino
33.9%
33,459 people
Not Hispanic/Latino
66.1%
Hispanic/Latino Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Asian Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)American Indian & Alaska Native Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Languages Spoken
Total Speakers (5+)
92,734
English Only
80.7%
#1 Non-English Language
Spanish
16,195 speakers
Limited English
4.7%
Language Distribution
English Proficiency
Speaks English Very Well
95.3%
Limited English Proficiency
4.7%
Veterans & Military
Total Veterans
6,969
7.1% of population
Disability Rate
57.3%
3,990 with disability
Veteran Median Income
$65,405
Unemployment Rate
1.7%
Period of Service
Veteran Age Distribution
Male Veterans
6,092
87.4%
Female Veterans
877
12.6%
Veteran vs Non-Veteran Income
Veteran Income
$65,405
Non-Veteran Income
$42,577
Difference
$22,828
53.6% higher
Disability Status
With Disability
3,990
Without Disability
2,979
Disability Rate
57.3%
Ancestry & Heritage
Total Reporting Ancestry
67,009
#1 Ancestry
German
19.8% (19,540)
#2 Ancestry
English
13.0% (12,796)
#3 Ancestry
Irish
10.1% (9,954)
Top 20 Ancestries
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Families & Households
Total Households
38,483
Family Households
25,592
66.5%
Married Couples
19,712
51.2%
Non-Family Households
12,891
33.5%
Single Mother Households
3,955
10.3%
Single Father Households
1,925
5.0%
Living Alone
10,226
26.6%
Children Under 18
Total Children
21,155
In Married Couple
15,989
75.6%
With Single Mother
3,821
18.1%
With Single Father
1,345
6.4%
Family Income
Median Family Income
$107,147
Married Couple Income
$119,232
Single Mother Income
$55,356
Single Father Income
$78,646
Avg Family Size
2.5
Avg Non-Family Size
2.1
Grandparents w/ Grandchildren
1,768
Grandparents Responsible
713
Economy
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Income Overview
Median Household Income
$88,257
+21% vs national
Per Capita Income
$44,460
+20% vs national
Poverty Rate
6.3%
-54% vs national
Gini Index
0.4335
0 = perfect equality
Unemployment
3.7%
-29% vs national
SNAP Recipients
4.7%
of households
How New Braunfels Compares
New Braunfels vs Similar Cities
Compared to cities with 100,000 - 250,000 residents. New Braunfels is highlighted.
Median Household Income
New Braunfels, TX has a median household income of $88,257, making it the 6,882nd highest median household income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that New Braunfels has a higher median household income than 76% of all the cities we measured.
Per Capita Income
New Braunfels, TX has a per capita income of $44,460, making it the 6,358th highest per capita income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that New Braunfels has a higher per capita income than 77% of all the cities we measured.
Poverty Rate
New Braunfels, TX has a poverty rate of 6.3%, making it the 21,882nd highest poverty rate out of 31,262 cities in our database. This means that New Braunfels has a higher poverty rate than 30% of all the cities we measured.
Unemployment Rate
New Braunfels, TX has a unemployment rate of 3.7%, making it the 15,514th highest unemployment rate out of 31,012 cities in our database. This means that New Braunfels has a higher unemployment rate than 50% of all the cities we measured.
Where Do You Stack Up?
Enter your household income to see how you compare to other households in New Braunfels. The median household income here is $88,257.
Income Distribution
Employment Snapshot
Unemployment Rate
3.7%
-28% vs TX avg
Labor Force
53,387
Employed
51,250
How People Get to Work
Employment by Sector
Education & Workforce
Bachelor's Degree+
25.9%
of adults 25+
High School Diploma+
41.8%
of adults 25+
Median Age
36.4
Work from Home
14.4%
of workers
Top Occupations & Wages
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS (2024)
Data represents the San Antonio-New Braunfels, TX metro area
Highest-Paying Job
General and Operations Managers
Top Median Wage
$96.3K
per year
Occupations Tracked
20
Cost of Living
Overall Index
142.3
100 = national avg
+42.3 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$62,620
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$148,010
per year
Cost Index by Category
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD
1 Bedroom
$1,177
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,426
per month
The median household income in New Braunfels, TX is $88,257, which is 20.5% above the national average of $73,224. Per capita income is $44,460. The poverty rate of 6.3% is lower than the TX state average of 14.9%. The Gini index of income inequality is 0.4335, where 0 represents perfect equality and 1 represents maximum inequality. The unemployment rate is 3.7%, compared to the state average of 5.1%. The labor force is 53,387. 25.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. About 73.7% of workers drive alone to work. The overall cost of living index is 142.3, which is 42.3% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 172.4. A single adult needs to earn approximately $62,620 per year to cover basic expenses.
Housing & Real Estate
Market SnapshotRedfin — January 2026
Median Sale Price
$334,500
Median List Price
$345,000
Price Per Sq Ft
$171
Days on Market
104
Active Inventory
579
Months of Supply
7.8
Buyer's market
Zillow Home Value
$345,319
ZHVI — January 2026
Zillow Rent Index
$1,557
ZORI — January 2026
Market CompetitivenessRedfin
Sold Above List
12.2%
Off Market in 2 Weeks
13.7%
Sale-to-List Ratio
97.0%
Buyer's market
Price TrendsRedfin
Market ActivityRedfin
Homes Sold
74
New Listings
137
Pending Sales
131
Price Per Square FootRedfin
Median Sale $/SF
$171
Median List $/SF
$184
House Price IndexFHFA
How much have housing prices increased in New Braunfels, TX? According to the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) House Price Index for the San Antonio-New Braunfels, TX metro area, home prices have risen 285.3% over the past 40 years. Over 20 years, prices grew 153.3%. The 10-year growth rate is 90.5%. Over the last 5 years, prices increased 41.5%. In the most recent 2-year period, the index rose 3.8%. The FHFA HPI tracks average price changes in repeat sales or refinancings of single-family properties with conforming mortgages. Because this is a metro-level index, it reflects the broader San Antonio-New Braunfels, TX housing market rather than New Braunfels alone.
Metro area: San Antonio-New Braunfels, TX
New Braunfels vs Similar CitiesCensus ACS / Redfin
Compared to cities with 100,000 - 250,000 residents. New Braunfels is highlighted.
Median Home Value
New Braunfels, TX has a median home value of $315,100, making it the 6,645th highest median home value out of 27,993 cities in our database. This means that New Braunfels has a higher median home value than 76% of all the cities we measured.
Median Rent
New Braunfels, TX has a median rent of $1,536, making it the 3,908th highest median rent out of 22,337 cities in our database. This means that New Braunfels has a higher median rent than 83% of all the cities we measured.
Median Price Per Sq Ft
New Braunfels, TX has a price per square foot of $171, making it the 10,538th highest price per square foot out of 20,748 cities in our database. This means that New Braunfels has a higher price per square foot than 49% of all the cities we measured.
Rent Burden
New Braunfels, TX has a rent burden of 20.9%, making it the 7,631st highest rent burden out of 21,928 cities in our database. This means that New Braunfels has a higher rent burden than 65% of all the cities we measured.
Census Housing DataU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Home Value
$315,100
Median Rent
$1,536
Total Housing Units
41,814
Vacancy Rate
8.0%
Owner Occupied
65.2%
Renter Occupied
34.8%
Median Property Tax
$4,428
per year
Monthly Cost (w/ Mortgage)
$1,602
Housing Types
Property TaxU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Property Tax
$4,428
per year
Effective Tax Rate
1.41%
of home value
Median Home Value
$315,100
Estimated Mean Tax
$4,476
The effective property tax rate is calculated by dividing the median annual property tax ($4,428) by the median home value ($315,100). In New Braunfels, TX, this works out to an effective rate of 1.41%. This is above the national average of approximately 1.1%.
The current median sale price in New Braunfels, TX is $334,500 according to Redfin data. Homes spend a median of 104 days on the market. 12.2% of homes sold above asking price. The market has 7.8 months of supply. The median price per square foot is $171. Zillow's observed rent index is $1,557/month. About 65.2% of housing units are owner-occupied. The median year homes were built is 2005. There are 41,814 total housing units. Homeowners pay a median annual property tax of $4,428. The effective tax rate is 1.41%, above the national average.
Crime Overview
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (2024)Violent Crime Rate
1.56
per 1,000 residents
-40% vs national
Property Crime Rate
12.84
per 1,000 residents
-25% vs national
Total Crimes
1,703
2024
Violent Clearance
39%
cases solved
Property Clearance
15%
cases solved
YoY Change
+7.4%
violent crime rate
worsening vs 2023
How New Braunfels Compares
Source: FBI (2024)New Braunfels vs Similar Cities
Source: FBI (2024)Compared to cities with 100,000 - 250,000 residents. New Braunfels is highlighted in green.
Violent Crime Rate (per 1,000)
Property Crime Rate (per 1,000)
Murder Rate (per 1,000)
Crime Rate Trends
Source: FBICrime Composition
Source: FBI (2024)Violent Crime Breakdown
Property Crime Breakdown
Crime Clearance (Solve) Rates
Source: FBI (2024)New Braunfels police solve 50% of murder cases but only 10% of rape cases.
Weapon Used in Violent Crime
Source: FBI (2024)Crime Breakdown
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (2024)| Crime Type | Category | Count | Rate per 1K | Clearance % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Murder | Violent | 2 | 0.02 | 50.0% |
| Rape | Violent | 20 | 0.17 | 10.0% |
| Robbery | Violent | 15 | 0.13 | 40.0% |
| Aggravated Assault | Violent | 148 | 1.25 | 42.6% |
| Burglary | Property | 150 | 1.27 | 18.0% |
| Larceny/Theft | Property | 1,243 | 10.51 | 14.4% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | Property | 125 | 1.06 | 13.6% |
New Braunfels, TX reported 185 violent crimes and 1,518 property crimes in 2024. The violent crime rate of 1.56 per 1,000 residents is 39.8% below the national average of 2.60 per 1,000. Law enforcement cleared 39% of violent crimes. Larceny/theft accounts for 1,243 of the property crime reports. Firearms were involved in 25.7% of aggravated assaults. Violent crime has been trending upward.
Crime History
Source: FBI| Year | Violent | Property | Violent Rate | Property Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 185 | 1,518 | 1.56 | 12.84 |
| 2023 | 163 | 1,388 | 1.46 | 12.40 |
| 2022 | 203 | 1,521 | 1.90 | 14.21 |
| 2021 | 246 | 1,230 | 2.45 | 12.25 |
| 2020 | 223 | 1,231 | 2.35 | 12.99 |
| 2019 | 220 | 1,120 | 2.48 | 12.63 |
| 2018 | 242 | 1,201 | 2.92 | 14.52 |
| 2017 | 193 | 1,321 | 2.51 | 17.16 |
| 2016 | 207 | 1,721 | 2.82 | 23.47 |
| 2015 | 175 | 2,058 | 2.55 | 29.98 |
Natural Hazard Risk
Source: FEMA National Risk IndexRisk Score
91.5
Relatively Moderate
Expected Annual Loss
92.6
Score (0-100)
Social Vulnerability
18.9
Score (0-100)
Community Resilience
50.8
Score (0-100)
Scores range from 0 (lowest risk) to 100 (highest risk) relative to all U.S. communities. Data from FEMA National Risk Index.
Disaster History & Federal Spending
Source: FEMATotal Declarations
23
Public Assistance
$4.4M
Individual Assistance
$1.6M
Most Common Type
Flood
6 declarations
Public Assistance by Category
| Disaster | Type | Date | PA $ | IA $ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Severe Storms, Straight-line Winds, and … → | Flood | Jul 2025 | — | $37K |
| Severe Storms, Straight-line Winds, Torn… → | Flood | May 2024 | — | $2K |
| Severe Winter Storms → | Severe Ice Storm | Feb 2021 | $207K | $181K |
| Severe Winter Storm → | Severe Ice Storm | Feb 2021 | — | — |
| Covid-19 Pandemic → | Biological | Mar 2020 | $3.4M | $1.2M |
| Covid-19 → | Biological | Mar 2020 | — | — |
| Hurricane Harvey → | Hurricane | Aug 2017 | $682K | — |
| Severe Storms, Tornadoes, Straight-line … → | Severe Storm | Nov 2015 | $113K | $121K |
| Severe Storms, Tornadoes, Straight-line … → | Severe Storm | May 2015 | — | $17K |
| Tropical Storm Alex → | Hurricane | Jun 2010 | — | — |
| Wildfires → | Fire | Mar 2008 | — | — |
| Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding → | Severe Storm | Jun 2007 | — | — |
| Extreme Wildfire Threat → | Fire | Jan 2006 | — | — |
| Hurricane Rita → | Hurricane | Sep 2005 | $11K | — |
| Hurricane Rita → | Hurricane | Sep 2005 | — | — |
| Hurricane Katrina Evacuation → | Hurricane | Sep 2005 | — | — |
| Severe Storms and Flooding → | Flood | Jul 2002 | — | — |
| Extreme Fire Hazards → | Fire | Sep 1999 | — | — |
| Tx-flooding 10/18/98 → | Flood | Oct 1998 | — | — |
| Tropical Storm Charley → | Severe Storm | Aug 1998 | — | — |
Showing 20 of 25 disasters
PA = FEMA Public Assistance (infrastructure recovery). IA = Individual Assistance (homeowner/renter aid).
Flood Insurance (NFIP)
Source: FEMA NFIPTotal Claims
2,455
Total Claims Paid
$109,532,161
Avg Claim Payout
$44,616
County-level NFIP data from FEMA National Flood Insurance Program.
Hazard Mitigation
Source: FEMA Hazard Mitigation AssistanceMitigation Projects
13
Federal Funding
$22,210,905
Properties Protected
76
Avg Benefit-Cost Ratio
1.25
BCR
Top Mitigation Project Types
| Project Type | Projects | Federal $ |
|---|---|---|
| 200.1: Acquisition of Private Real Property (Structures and Land) - Riverine | 4 | $2,507,382 |
| 602.1: Other Equipment Purchase and Installation | 2 | $0 |
| 202.1: Elevation of Private Structures - Riverine | 2 | $18,794,182 |
| 500.3: Flood Control - Dam | 1 | $0 |
| 91.1: Local Multihazard Mitigation Plan | 1 | $43,824 |
Federally funded projects to reduce future disaster risk. Only includes completed or obligated projects.
New Braunfels has a relatively moderate overall natural hazard risk rating according to FEMA's National Risk Index. The top hazard risks are tornado, hail, lightning. The area has had 23 federal disaster declarations. The most common disaster type is flood (6 declarations). 2,455 flood insurance claims have been filed in the area. FEMA has obligated $4,364,953 in public assistance recovery funding. $1,563,937 has been distributed in individual assistance to disaster-affected residents. 13 hazard mitigation projects have been funded to reduce future risk.
Health
Community Health
Source: CDC PLACES
Obesity Rate
34.6%
1.5pp below the national average
Depression Rate
21.6%
1.9pp below the national average
Diabetes Rate
10.6%
1.3pp below the national average
Uninsured Rate
15.2%
4.6pp above the national average
Health Scorecard
Higher scores indicate better health outcomes relative to the national average (50 = average)
Health Outcomes
Age-adjusted prevalence rates. Green bars indicate rates below the national average; red indicates above.
High Cholesterol
32.0%
Arthritis
22.5%
Cancer (excl. skin)
7.3%
Teeth Lost (65+)
10.0%
Health Risk Behaviors
Prevention & Screening
Green bars indicate rates above the national average (more preventive care); red indicates below.
Mental Health & Wellbeing
Frequent Mental Distress
16.0%
14+ days in past month
Depression
21.6%
Loneliness
—
Lack of Support
—
Disability Prevalence
Any Disability
27.0%
Mobility
11.9%
Cognitive
13.4%
Hearing
6.3%
Vision
4.6%
Self-Care
3.2%
Independent Living
7.0%
New Braunfels has an obesity rate of 34.6%, which is 1.5pp below the national average. The depression rate is 21.6%, 1.9pp below the national average. About 15.2% of adults lack health insurance. 75.3% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year.
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital Compare
Nearest Hospitals
5
With Emergency Services
4
Avg CMS Rating
3.0 / 5
Nearest Hospital
2.8 mi
Resolute Health Hospital
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Resolute Health Hospital | 2.8 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | Yes |
| Christus Santa Rosa Hospital-San Marcos | 14.8 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | Yes |
| Guadalupe Regional Medical Center | 15.5 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 2/5 | Yes |
| Laurel Ridge Treatment Center | 19.1 mi | Psychiatric | — | — |
| South Texas Spine And Surgical Hospital | 22.9 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | — | Yes |
Climate & Environment
Water Systems
Source: EPA SDWISWater Systems
14
Pop. Served
122,959
Violations (5yr)
3
| System Name | Pop. Served | Violations (5yr) |
|---|---|---|
| NEW BRAUNFELS UTILITIES | 116,477 | 0 |
| GBRA JOHNSON RANCH SUBDIVISION | 2,322 | 0 |
| GBRA CORDILLERA RANCH | 1,707 | 3 |
| CREEKWOOD ESTATES | 876 | 0 |
| GBRA LOMAS WATER CO COMAL TRACE | 792 | 0 |
| TBM RESIDENT WSC | 324 | 0 |
| 4 D WATER | 282 | 0 |
| SEVEN OAKS WATER SUPPLY | 165 | 0 |
| CRWA LAKE DUNLAP WTP | 14 | 0 |
| GBRA LULING PLANT | — | 0 |
| GBRA WESTERN CANYON WATER SUPPLY | — | 0 |
| CRWA WELLS RANCH | — | 0 |
| GBRA IH-35 TRANSMISSION MAIN | — | 0 |
| CRWA HAYS CALDWELL WTP | — | 0 |
Greenhouse Gas Emitters
Source: EPA GHGRP (2023)Facilities Reporting
4
Total CO₂e
3.0M MT
Top Emitter
Martin Marietta South Texas Cement, LLC
1.3M MT CO₂e
Total CO₂e vs Similar Cities (100,000 - 250,000)
| Facility | Sector | CO₂e (MT) |
|---|---|---|
Martin Marietta South Texas Cement, LLC Martin Marietta Materials Inc | Minerals | 1,289,116 |
CEMEX Construction Materials South, LLC Cemex Inc | Minerals | 1,122,560 |
Lhoist North America New Braunfels Plant Lhoist North America Inc | Minerals | 579,949 |
MESQUITE CREEK LANDFILL Waste Management Inc | Waste | 41,817 |
Data from EPA Greenhouse Gas Reporting Program (GHGRP). Includes facilities emitting 25,000+ metric tons CO₂e/year.
There are 14 water systems serving the area. 3 water quality violations have been reported in the past 5 years. 4 industrial facilities report greenhouse gas emissions totaling 3.0M metric tons of CO₂e.
Infrastructure
Commute Overview2023 ACS
Drive Alone
73.7%
-6% vs national
Public Transit
0.1%
-89% vs national
Work From Home
14.4%
+55% vs national
Carpool
9.6%
Walk / Bike
1.5%
combined
How New Braunfels's Commute ComparesCensus ACS 2023
How People Get to WorkCensus ACS 2023
Commute Mode BreakdownCensus ACS 2023
Traffic Fatalities
Source: NHTSA FARS (2023)Fatalities
5
2023
6-Year Avg
7
fatalities/yr
Nighttime
2
dark conditions
| Year | Crashes | Fatalities | Alcohol | Pedestrian | Cyclist |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 5 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2022 | 5 | 5 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 2021 | 13 | 13 | 0 | 3 | 0 |
| 2020 | 9 | 9 | 3 | 1 | 0 |
| 2019 | 3 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| 2018 | 5 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Data from NHTSA Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS). Includes only crashes involving at least one fatality.
Commute data for New Braunfels, TX covers travel times and transportation modes. 73.7% of workers drive alone, compared to the national average of 78.7%. 14.4% work from home, which is above the TX state average of 7.8%. 9.6% of workers carpool. 0.6% commute by bicycle. In 2023, there were 5 traffic fatalities from 5 fatal crashes.
Internet & Broadband Access
Source: Census ACSBroadband Access
95.0%
of households
Cable / Fiber / DSL
85.5%
of households
No Internet
3.1%
of households
Total Households
38,483
Internet Subscription Types
Device Ownership
Source: Census ACSHas Computer
97.4%
of households
Smartphone
93.5%
of households
Desktop / Laptop
88.4%
of households
Tablet
69.8%
of households
Percentage of households with each device type. Data from the U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023 5-year estimates, tables B28001 & B28002).
Electricity Rates
Source: U.S. Energy Information Administration (2024)Residential Rate
14.9¢
per kWh
-13% vs 100,000 - 250,000 avg
Commercial Rate
8.6¢
per kWh
-37% vs 100,000 - 250,000 avg
Industrial Rate
6.1¢
per kWh
-38% vs 100,000 - 250,000 avg
Avg Monthly Bill
$164
residential
+15% vs 100,000 - 250,000 avg
12% below the national average of 17.1¢/kWh
Residential electricity in Texas averages 14.9¢ per kWh, compared to the national average of 17.1¢. The average monthly electric bill is $164. State-level averages from EIA Electric Sales & Revenue data (2024).
New Braunfels vs Similar Cities
Source: EIA (2024)Comparing electricity rates with randomly selected cities of similar population (100,000 - 250,000). Each city represents its state's average rate.
Residential Rate (¢/kWh)
Commercial Rate (¢/kWh)
Industrial Rate (¢/kWh)
Average Monthly Bill
Water Systems
Source: EPA SDWISWater Systems
14
Population Served
122,959
Violations (5yr)
3
| System Name | Type | Source | Pop. Served | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| NEW BRAUNFELS UTILITIES | Community | Surface water | 116,477 | 0 |
| GBRA JOHNSON RANCH SUBDIVISION | Community | Purchased surface water | 2,322 | 0 |
| GBRA CORDILLERA RANCH | Community | Purchased surface water | 1,707 | 3 |
| CREEKWOOD ESTATES | Community | Ground water | 876 | 0 |
| GBRA LOMAS WATER CO COMAL TRACE | Community | Purchased surface water | 792 | 0 |
| TBM RESIDENT WSC | Community | Ground water | 324 | 0 |
| 4 D WATER | Community | Ground water | 282 | 0 |
| SEVEN OAKS WATER SUPPLY | Community | Ground water | 165 | 0 |
| CRWA LAKE DUNLAP WTP | Community | Surface water | 14 | 0 |
| GBRA LULING PLANT | Community | Surface water | 0 | 0 |
| GBRA WESTERN CANYON WATER SUPPLY | Community | Surface water | 0 | 0 |
| CRWA WELLS RANCH | Community | Ground water | 0 | 0 |
| GBRA IH-35 TRANSMISSION MAIN | Community | Purchased surface water | 0 | 0 |
| CRWA HAYS CALDWELL WTP | Community | Surface water | 0 | 0 |
95.0% of households in New Braunfels have broadband internet access. 85.5% have cable, fiber, or DSL service. 7.8% rely solely on cellular data without a wired connection. 3.1% of households have no internet access. 6.3% use only a smartphone without a desktop or laptop. The area is served by 14 water systems, providing water to 122,959 people. A total of 3 water quality violations have been recorded over the past 5 years.
Politics & Government
County-level data: Election results are reported at the county level. New Braunfels is located in Guadalupe County, TX. Results reflect all voters in the county, not just those in New Braunfels.
Election Overview
Source: Guadalupe County (2024)2024 Winner
Republican
Dem Votes
29,573
34.8%
GOP Votes
54,691
64.3%
Total Votes
85,097
Margin
R+29.5%
Shift from 2020
R+5.4pp
vs prior election
Election History
Source: County-Level Election Results| Year | Dem Votes | GOP Votes | Total | Dem % | GOP % | Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 29,573 | 54,691 | 85,097 | 34.8% | 64.3% | R+29.5 |
| 2020 | 28,805 | 47,553 | 77,592 | 37.1% | 61.3% | R+24.2 |
| 2016 | 18,308 | 36,495 | 57,220 | 32.0% | 63.8% | R+31.8 |
In the 2024 presidential election, Guadalupe County recorded 85,097 total votes. Republicans won the county with 64.3% of the vote compared to 34.8% for Democrats, a margin of R+29.5%. Compared to 2020, the margin shifted R+5.4pp from the previous election. Since 2016, Guadalupe County has shifted 2.3 percentage points toward Democrats.
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Nonprofits Overview
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFTotal Nonprofits
521
Total Assets
$467.2M
Total Income
$234.6M
Per 10K Residents
52.8
nonprofits
+16.0% vs peers avg
Orgs with >$1M Assets
55
Median Assets
$222K
Oldest Active
1940
ruling year
Newest Org
2026
ruling year
Nonprofits by Category
Source: IRS / NTEE ClassificationTop 10 hold $298.7M of $467.2M total
Nonprofit Size Distribution
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFNumber of nonprofits by total asset size
When Were Nonprofits Founded?
Source: IRS Ruling DateNumber of currently active nonprofits by founding decade
Nonprofits per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: IRS BMF + Census ACSCompared to cities with population 100,000 - 250,000
Largest Nonprofits in New Braunfels
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFNew Braunfels, TX has 521 registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations with combined assets of $467.2M. The most common category is Religion-Related, with 74 organizations. 55 nonprofits have assets exceeding $1 million. That works out to 52.8 nonprofits per 10,000 residents. The oldest active nonprofit dates back to 1940.
SBA Lending Overview
Source: SBA FOIA Loan-Level DataTotal SBA Loans
693
Total Approved
$321.5M
Jobs Supported
6,534
Per 10K Residents
70.2
SBA loans
+16.3% vs peers avg
Unique Lenders
135
Top Lender
Wells Fargo Bank National Association
75 loans
Top Industry
Accommodation & Food Services
Data Span
1992–2026
Loan Program Breakdown
Source: SBA FOIALoans
623
Total Amount
$263.1M
Avg Loan
$422,335
Median Loan
$150,000
SBA Guaranteed
$197.0M(75%)
Jobs Supported
5,679
Loans
70
Total Amount
$58.4M
Avg Loan
$834,729
Median Loan
$624,500
Recent Activity (Last 5 Years)
Source: SBA FOIARecent Loans
177
26% of all-time total
Recent Amount
$124.6M
39% of all-time total
Avg Recent Loan
$704,092
Top Industries Funded
Source: SBA FOIA / NAICS CodesSBA Loans per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: SBA FOIA + Census ACSCompared to cities with population 100,000 - 250,000
Top SBA Borrowers
Source: SBA FOIA| Business | Loans | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Long Creek Rv Park Llc | 2 | $7.1M |
| Treetop Pediatric Dentistry Pc | 1 | $5.0M |
| Central Pony Express Inc. | 1 | $4.9M |
| Wingate by Wyndham New Braunfels | 1 | $4.6M |
| 1845 Smoked Meat Company Llc | 2 | $4.6M |
| Orange Tree Learning Llc | 1 | $4.5M |
| Kgosi Properties Llc | 1 | $4.5M |
| New Braunfels Landscape Supply Llc | 2 | $4.3M |
| Satx Development Llc | 1 | $4.2M |
| Lakeside Construction | 2 | $4.2M |
New Braunfels, TX has received 693 SBA loans totaling $321.5M in approved funding between 1992 and 2026. The 7(a) program accounts for 623 loans (90% of the total), supporting 5,679 jobs. The 504 program, focused on real estate and large equipment, has funded 70 loans totaling $58.4M. The most common industry receiving SBA funding is Accommodation & Food Services. The most active SBA lender in New Braunfels is Wells Fargo Bank National Association with 75 loans. That works out to 70.2 SBA loans per 10,000 residents.
ZIP Code Overview
Source: Census ACSZIP Codes
4
Total Population
145,348
Avg Median Income
$97,399
Avg Home Value
$347,025
ZIP Code Details
Source: Census ACS| ZIP Code | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Median Rent | Area (sq mi) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 78123 | 2,271 | $95,700 | $238,900 | N/A | 3.7 |
| 78124 | 6,907 | $82,534 | $282,000 | $1,326 | 57.0 |
| 78130 | 95,787 | $84,426 | $296,300 | $1,525 | 91.0 |
| 78132 | 40,383 | $126,934 | $570,900 | $1,531 | 179.3 |
New Braunfels, TX has 4 ZIP codes with a combined population of 145,348. The average median household income across all ZIP codes is $97,399. The average median home value is $347,025. The average median monthly rent is -$166,665,571.
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