San Antonio, TX — City Data, Demographics & Statistics
Bexar County · Texas
City DNA
A unique fingerprint for San Antonio based on 8 key metrics — compared to averages.
Why San Antonio, TX Is One of the Best Places to Live in America
San Antonio, TX ranks 25th overall among all US cities with a livability score of 45.6/100, placing it among the best places to live in America. An impressive 18.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher, reflecting strong educational attainment. The median household income of $62,917 provides residents with strong economic opportunity. The average commute of 21.7 minutes helps residents reclaim valuable time each day. See full ranking
Quick Stats
Population
1,458,954
2023 ACS
Median Income
$62,917
2023
Median Home Value
$219,700
2023
Median Rent
$1,258
2023
Median Age
34.6
Unemployment
5.8%
Avg Temperature
70°F
Cost of Living Index
112.0
100 = national avg
San Antonio is a city in Bexar County, Texas, with a population of 1,458,954 according to the 2023 American Community Survey. San Antonio is one of the communities in Texas.
The median household income in San Antonio is $62,917, and the median home value is $219,700. The cost of living index is 112.0 (where 100 = national average), and the median rent is $1,258 per month. The unemployment rate is 5.8%, and the median age is 34.6 years.
People & Demographics
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Population
Total Population
1,458,954
Male
722,875
49.5%
Female
736,079
50.5%
Median Age
34.6
Education & Household
Bachelor's or Higher
18.8%
High School or Higher
35.5%
Foreign Born
14.3%
Veterans
6.2%
Married
35.1%
Avg Household Size
2.6
Marital Status by Age
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
0.247
Simpson's Index (0-1)
Largest Group
White
48.3%
Foreign Born
14.3%
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
64.4%
939,712 people
Not Hispanic/Latino
35.6%
Hispanic/Latino Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Asian Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Native Hawaiian & Pacific Islander 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+)
1,366,333
English Only
59.6%
#1 Non-English Language
Spanish
497,803 speakers
Limited English
12.6%
Language Distribution
English Proficiency
Speaks English Very Well
87.4%
Limited English Proficiency
12.6%
Veterans & Military
Total Veterans
90,184
6.2% of population
Disability Rate
43.7%
39,413 with disability
Veteran Median Income
$53,719
Unemployment Rate
5.6%
Period of Service
Veteran Age Distribution
Male Veterans
76,941
85.3%
Female Veterans
13,243
14.7%
Veteran vs Non-Veteran Income
Veteran Income
$53,719
Non-Veteran Income
$32,563
Difference
$21,156
65.0% higher
Disability Status
With Disability
39,413
Without Disability
50,771
Disability Rate
43.7%
Ancestry & Heritage
Total Reporting Ancestry
454,608
#1 Ancestry
German
7.2% (104,714)
#2 Ancestry
English
4.7% (69,081)
#3 Ancestry
Irish
4.6% (67,307)
Top 20 Ancestries
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Families & Households
Total Households
547,883
Family Households
338,609
61.8%
Married Couples
213,040
38.9%
Non-Family Households
209,274
38.2%
Single Mother Households
91,980
16.8%
Single Father Households
33,589
6.1%
Living Alone
171,437
31.3%
Children Under 18
Total Children
288,476
In Married Couple
174,249
60.4%
With Single Mother
91,211
31.6%
With Single Father
23,016
8.0%
Family Income
Median Family Income
$76,596
Married Couple Income
$96,138
Single Mother Income
$43,838
Single Father Income
$62,224
Avg Family Size
2.6
Avg Non-Family Size
2.4
Grandparents w/ Grandchildren
40,550
Grandparents Responsible
12,414
Economy
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Income Overview
Median Household Income
$62,917
-14% vs national
Per Capita Income
$32,983
-11% vs national
Poverty Rate
17.1%
+26% vs national
Gini Index
0.4619
0 = perfect equality
Unemployment
5.8%
+12% vs national
SNAP Recipients
16.0%
of households
How San Antonio Compares
San Antonio vs Similar Cities
Compared to cities with over 1,000,000 residents. San Antonio is highlighted.
Median Household Income
San Antonio, TX has a median household income of $62,917, making it the 15,133rd highest median household income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that San Antonio has a higher median household income than 46% of all the cities we measured.
Per Capita Income
San Antonio, TX has a per capita income of $32,983, making it the 14,136th highest per capita income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that San Antonio has a higher per capita income than 50% of all the cities we measured.
Poverty Rate
San Antonio, TX has a poverty rate of 17.1%, making it the 9,235th highest poverty rate out of 31,262 cities in our database. This means that San Antonio has a higher poverty rate than 70% of all the cities we measured.
Unemployment Rate
San Antonio, TX has a unemployment rate of 5.8%, making it the 9,561st highest unemployment rate out of 31,012 cities in our database. This means that San Antonio has a higher unemployment rate than 69% of all the cities we measured.
Where Do You Stack Up?
Enter your household income to see how you compare to other households in San Antonio. The median household income here is $62,917.
Income Distribution
Employment Snapshot
Unemployment Rate
5.8%
+15% vs TX avg
Labor Force
758,111
Employed
701,332
Mean Commute
22 min
How People Get to Work
Employment by Sector
Education & Workforce
Bachelor's Degree+
18.8%
of adults 25+
High School Diploma+
35.5%
of adults 25+
Median Age
34.6
Work from Home
11.8%
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
112.0
100 = national avg
+12.0 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$49,299
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$116,525
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 San Antonio, TX is $62,917, which is 14.1% below the national average of $73,224. Per capita income is $32,983. The poverty rate of 17.1% is higher than the TX state average of 14.9%. The Gini index of income inequality is 0.4619, where 0 represents perfect equality and 1 represents maximum inequality. The unemployment rate is 5.8%, compared to the state average of 5.1%. The labor force is 758,111. 18.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The average commute time is 22 minutes, with 11.8% working from home. About 70.5% of workers drive alone to work. The overall cost of living index is 112.0, which is 12.0% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 136.8. A single adult needs to earn approximately $49,299 per year to cover basic expenses.
Housing & Real Estate
Market SnapshotRedfin — January 2026
Median Sale Price
$249,949
Median List Price
$265,999
Price Per Sq Ft
$148
Days on Market
96
Active Inventory
4,601
Months of Supply
7.0
Buyer's market
Zillow Home Value
$245,251
ZHVI — January 2026
Zillow Rent Index
$1,347
ZORI — January 2026
Market CompetitivenessRedfin
Sold Above List
10.8%
Off Market in 2 Weeks
15.1%
Sale-to-List Ratio
96.0%
Buyer's market
Price TrendsRedfin
Market ActivityRedfin
Homes Sold
660
New Listings
1,178
Pending Sales
1,052
Price Per Square FootRedfin
Median Sale $/SF
$148
Median List $/SF
$163
House Price IndexFHFA
How much have housing prices increased in San Antonio, 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 San Antonio alone.
Metro area: San Antonio-New Braunfels, TX
San Antonio vs Similar CitiesCensus ACS / Redfin
Compared to cities with over 1,000,000 residents. San Antonio is highlighted.
Median Home Value
San Antonio, TX has a median home value of $219,700, making it the 10,934th highest median home value out of 27,993 cities in our database. This means that San Antonio has a higher median home value than 61% of all the cities we measured.
Median Rent
San Antonio, TX has a median rent of $1,258, making it the 6,061st highest median rent out of 22,337 cities in our database. This means that San Antonio has a higher median rent than 73% of all the cities we measured.
Median Price Per Sq Ft
San Antonio, TX has a price per square foot of $148, making it the 12,786th highest price per square foot out of 20,748 cities in our database. This means that San Antonio has a higher price per square foot than 38% of all the cities we measured.
Rent Burden
San Antonio, TX has a rent burden of 24.0%, making it the 4,228th highest rent burden out of 21,928 cities in our database. This means that San Antonio has a higher rent burden than 81% of all the cities we measured.
Census Housing DataU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Home Value
$219,700
Median Rent
$1,258
Total Housing Units
603,213
Vacancy Rate
9.2%
Owner Occupied
52.4%
Renter Occupied
47.6%
Median Property Tax
$3,983
per year
Monthly Cost (w/ Mortgage)
$1,188
Housing Types
Property TaxU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Property Tax
$3,983
per year
Effective Tax Rate
1.81%
of home value
Median Home Value
$219,700
Estimated Mean Tax
$4,390
The effective property tax rate is calculated by dividing the median annual property tax ($3,983) by the median home value ($219,700). In San Antonio, TX, this works out to an effective rate of 1.81%. This is above the national average of approximately 1.1%.
The current median sale price in San Antonio, TX is $249,949 according to Redfin data. Homes spend a median of 96 days on the market. 10.8% of homes sold above asking price. The market has 7.0 months of supply. The median price per square foot is $148. Zillow's observed rent index is $1,347/month. About 52.4% of housing units are owner-occupied. The median year homes were built is 1984. There are 603,213 total housing units. Homeowners pay a median annual property tax of $3,983. The effective tax rate is 1.81%, above the national average.
Crime Overview
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (2024)Violent Crime Rate
5.95
per 1,000 residents
+129% vs national
Property Crime Rate
46.24
per 1,000 residents
+169% vs national
Total Crimes
79,039
2024
Violent Clearance
21%
cases solved
Property Clearance
7%
cases solved
YoY Change
-14.3%
violent crime rate
improving vs 2023
How San Antonio Compares
Source: FBI (2024)San Antonio vs Similar Cities
Source: FBI (2024)Compared to cities with Over 1,000,000 residents. San Antonio 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)San Antonio police solve 30% of murder cases but only 6% of motor vehicle theft 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 | 127 | 0.08 | 29.9% |
| Rape | Violent | 1,267 | 0.84 | 7.6% |
| Robbery | Violent | 1,641 | 1.08 | 15.8% |
| Aggravated Assault | Violent | 5,963 | 3.94 | 25.0% |
| Burglary | Property | 7,505 | 4.96 | 6.5% |
| Larceny/Theft | Property | 49,853 | 32.92 | 7.2% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | Property | 12,665 | 8.36 | 5.5% |
San Antonio, TX reported 9,016 violent crimes and 70,023 property crimes in 2024. The violent crime rate of 5.95 per 1,000 residents is 129.0% above the national average of 2.60 per 1,000. Law enforcement cleared 21% of violent crimes. Larceny/theft accounts for 49,853 of the property crime reports. Firearms were involved in 56.2% of aggravated assaults. Violent crime has been trending downward.
Crime History
Source: FBI| Year | Violent | Property | Violent Rate | Property Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 9,016 | 70,023 | 5.95 | 46.24 |
| 2023 | 10,354 | 80,386 | 6.95 | 53.95 |
| 2022 | 13,073 | 74,497 | 8.92 | 50.83 |
| 2021 | 11,213 | 61,264 | 7.04 | 38.47 |
| 2020 | 11,727 | 57,306 | 7.45 | 36.43 |
| 2019 | 11,049 | 67,422 | 7.09 | 43.24 |
| 2018 | 9,649 | 61,478 | 6.27 | 39.94 |
| 2017 | 10,764 | 73,676 | 7.08 | 48.45 |
| 2016 | 10,760 | 77,786 | 7.18 | 51.90 |
| 2015 | 8,597 | 73,611 | 5.87 | 50.29 |
School Shootings
Source: The Washington PostTotal Incidents
1
Total Killed
0
Total Injured
0
| Date | School | Killed | Injured | Type | Weapon |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 15, 2015 | Karen Wagner High School | 0 | 0 | targeted | nan |
Data from The Washington Post, licensed under CC BY-NC-SA 4.0.
Natural Hazard Risk
Source: FEMA National Risk IndexRisk Score
68.7
Relatively Low
Expected Annual Loss
61.6
Score (0-100)
Social Vulnerability
75.1
Score (0-100)
Community Resilience
18.3
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
30
Public Assistance
$37.0M
Individual Assistance
$26.0M
Most Common Type
Hurricane
12 declarations
Public Assistance by Category
| Disaster | Type | Date | PA $ | IA $ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Duke Fire → | Fire | Mar 2025 | — | — |
| Severe Winter Storm → | Winter Storm | Apr 2023 | $123K | — |
| Severe Winter Storms → | Severe Ice Storm | Feb 2021 | $10.7M | $5.9M |
| Severe Winter Storm → | Severe Ice Storm | Feb 2021 | — | — |
| Tropical Storms Marco and Laura → | Hurricane | Aug 2020 | — | — |
| Hurricane Hanna → | Hurricane | Jul 2020 | — | — |
| Covid-19 Pandemic → | Biological | Mar 2020 | $26.0M | $18.6M |
| Covid-19 → | Biological | Mar 2020 | — | — |
| Hurricane Harvey → | Hurricane | Aug 2017 | — | $500 |
| Severe Storms, Tornadoes, Straight-line … → | Severe Storm(s) | Nov 2015 | $39K | — |
| Pat Gross Fire → | Fire | Sep 2011 | — | — |
| Big Oak Fire → | Fire | Sep 2011 | — | — |
| Tropical Storm Alex → | Hurricane | Jun 2010 | — | — |
| Hurricane Ike → | Hurricane | Sep 2008 | — | — |
| Hurricane Gustav → | Hurricane | Aug 2008 | — | — |
| Hurricane Dolly → | Hurricane | Jul 2008 | $35K | — |
| Wildfires → | Fire | Mar 2008 | — | — |
| Tropical Storm Erin → | Severe Storm | Oct 2007 | — | $1.5M |
| Hurricane Dean → | Hurricane | Aug 2007 | — | — |
| Extreme Wildfire Threat → | Fire | Jan 2006 | — | — |
Showing 20 of 36 disasters
PA = FEMA Public Assistance (infrastructure recovery). IA = Individual Assistance (homeowner/renter aid).
Flood Insurance (NFIP)
Source: FEMA NFIPTotal Claims
2,298
Total Claims Paid
$33,694,862
Avg Claim Payout
$14,663
County-level NFIP data from FEMA National Flood Insurance Program.
Hazard Mitigation
Source: FEMA Hazard Mitigation AssistanceMitigation Projects
3
Federal Funding
$90,000
Avg Benefit-Cost Ratio
1.06
BCR
Top Mitigation Project Types
| Project Type | Projects | Federal $ |
|---|---|---|
| 91.4: Local Multijurisdictional Multihazard Mitigation Plan - NEW | 1 | $90,000 |
| 403.5: Floodwater Storage and Diversion | 1 | $0 |
| 403.1: Stormwater Management - Culverts | 1 | $0 |
Federally funded projects to reduce future disaster risk. Only includes completed or obligated projects.
San Antonio has a relatively low overall natural hazard risk rating according to FEMA's National Risk Index. The top hazard risks are drought, lightning, strong wind. The area has had 30 federal disaster declarations. The most common disaster type is hurricane (12 declarations). 2,298 flood insurance claims have been filed in the area. FEMA has obligated $36,996,397 in public assistance recovery funding. $25,969,970 has been distributed in individual assistance to disaster-affected residents. 3 hazard mitigation projects have been funded to reduce future risk.
Health
Community Health
Source: CDC PLACES
Obesity Rate
34.9%
1.2pp below the national average
Depression Rate
22.4%
1.1pp below the national average
Diabetes Rate
15.2%
3.3pp above the national average
Uninsured Rate
24.5%
13.9pp 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
33.6%
Arthritis
22.7%
Cancer (excl. skin)
5.4%
Teeth Lost (65+)
13.8%
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
17.2%
14+ days in past month
Depression
22.4%
Loneliness
—
Lack of Support
—
Disability Prevalence
Any Disability
34.2%
Mobility
16.2%
Cognitive
16.8%
Hearing
6.8%
Vision
8.0%
Self-Care
5.0%
Independent Living
9.3%
San Antonio has an obesity rate of 34.9%, which is 1.2pp below the national average. The depression rate is 22.4%, 1.1pp below the national average. About 24.5% of adults lack health insurance. 72.0% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year.
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital Compare
Nearest Hospitals
5
With Emergency Services
5
Avg CMS Rating
3.0 / 5
Nearest Hospital
In city
Baptist Medical Center
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Baptist Medical Center | In city | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | Yes |
| Children'S Hospital Of San Antonio | 2.0 mi | Childrens | — | Yes |
| University Health System | 7.5 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | Yes |
| Christus Santa Rosa Medical Center | 7.5 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | Yes |
| Methodist Hospital | 7.5 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | Yes |
Climate & Environment
Annual Overview
Avg Temperature
70°F
Sunny Days
210
per year
Annual Rainfall
33.9"
UV Index
6.8
annual avg
Weather Time Machine
Experience a year of weather in San Antonio. Click a month or press play.
53°F
44° / 62°
Jan
High
62°F
Low
44°F
Wind
7 mph
Temperature Records
Source: NOAARecord High
110°F
Record Low
20°F
Avg High
80°F
Avg Low
61°F
Monthly Averages
Source: NOAA Climate Normals| Month | High | Low | Rain | Snow | Humidity | Wind |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 62°F | 44°F | 2.24" | — | 68% | 7.3 mph |
| Feb | 67°F | 48°F | 2.35" | — | 68% | 7.6 mph |
| Mar | 73°F | 54°F | 3.14" | — | 68% | 8.1 mph |
| Apr | 80°F | 60°F | 3.16" | — | 68% | 8.4 mph |
| May | 86°F | 68°F | 4.37" | — | 71% | 8.2 mph |
| Jun | 91°F | 74°F | 2.82" | — | 69% | 7.5 mph |
| Jul | 94°F | 75°F | 2.11" | — | 65% | 7.1 mph |
| Aug | 95°F | 76°F | 1.97" | — | 62% | 6.5 mph |
| Sep | 89°F | 72°F | 3.31" | — | 66% | 6.3 mph |
| Oct | 81°F | 63°F | 3.30" | — | 66% | 7.0 mph |
| Nov | 71°F | 53°F | 2.66" | — | 68% | 7.3 mph |
| Dec | 64°F | 46°F | 2.48" | — | 69% | 7.3 mph |
San Antonio has an average annual temperature of 70°F. The area enjoys approximately 210 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals about 33.9 inches.
Water Systems
Source: EPA SDWISWater Systems
18
Pop. Served
2,172,460
Violations (5yr)
12
| System Name | Pop. Served | Violations (5yr) |
|---|---|---|
| SAN ANTONIO WATER SYSTEM | 2,113,151 | 0 |
| JBSA - SAM HOUSTON | 37,563 | 2 |
| JBSA - RANDOLPH | 10,949 | 0 |
| CITY OF ALAMO HEIGHTS | 7,357 | 1 |
| THE OAKS WSC | 1,191 | 0 |
| BLUE SKIES OF TEXAS WEST | 796 | 1 |
| PIONEER ESTATES | 375 | 1 |
| CADILLAC WATER | 252 | 0 |
| RIO MEDINA ESTATES | 201 | 2 |
| SRALLA MOBILE HOME PARK | 165 | 1 |
| MARTINEZ RANCH SUBDIVISION | 150 | 1 |
| LITTLE JOES ICE HOUSE & TRAILER PARK | 106 | 0 |
| RANCHERO ESTATES | 105 | 1 |
| EVETTS APARTMENTS | 51 | 1 |
| CORDI MARIAN VILLA | 48 | 1 |
| CENTRAL TEXAS REGIONAL WSC | — | 0 |
| SEGURO WATER | — | 0 |
| SAN PEDRO WATER RESOURCES | — | 0 |
Greenhouse Gas Emitters
Source: EPA GHGRP (2023)Facilities Reporting
20
Total CO₂e
9.9M MT
Top Emitter
J K Spruce
5.6M MT CO₂e
Total CO₂e vs Similar Cities (Over 1,000,000)
| Facility | Sector | CO₂e (MT) |
|---|---|---|
J K Spruce Cps Energy | Power Plants | 5,604,408 |
O W Sommers Cps Energy | Power Plants | 1,128,187 |
Alamo San Antonio Cement Plant Alamo Cement Co | Minerals | 787,292 |
CAPITOL CEMENT PLANT Zachry Construction & Materials Inc | Minerals | 492,032 |
Lewis Energy Group Lewis Energy Group Lp | Petroleum and Natural Gas Systems | 443,569 |
Lewis Energy Group - G&B Lewis Energy Group Lp | Petroleum and Natural Gas Systems | 333,162 |
Tessman Road Landfill Republic Services Inc | Waste | 198,476 |
Covel Gardens Recycling and Disposal Facility Waste Management Inc | Waste | 175,522 |
Nelson Gardens Landfill City Of San Antonio Texas | Waste | 130,294 |
Leon Creek Cps Energy | Power Plants | 123,257 |
StarTex Gulf Coast Basin #220 Field Startex Services Llc | Petroleum and Natural Gas Systems | 111,237 |
GulfTex Gulf Coast Basin #220 Gulftex Energy Iii Lp | Petroleum and Natural Gas Systems | 107,249 |
The San Antonio Refinery, LLC Allegiance Refining Llc | Refineries | 71,715 |
Castlerock EF Operating, LLC Castlerock Ef Operating, Llc | Petroleum and Natural Gas Systems | 57,938 |
Catarina Midstream Evolve Transition Infrastructure Lp | Petroleum and Natural Gas Systems | 42,726 |
Tower Semiconductor Towerjazz Texas Inc | Other | 32,536 |
TOYOTA MOTOR MANUFACTURING TEXAS INC Toyota Motor North America Inc | Other | 32,500 |
CPS Energy Natural Gas System City Public Services Of San Antonio Texas | Petroleum and Natural Gas Systems | 29,880 |
BBOG Gulf Coast Basin #220 Blackbrush O & G Llc | Petroleum and Natural Gas Systems | 26,025 |
Abraxas Petroleum 430 Permian Basin Abraxas Petroleum Corp | Petroleum and Natural Gas Systems | 13,060 |
Data from EPA Greenhouse Gas Reporting Program (GHGRP). Includes facilities emitting 25,000+ metric tons CO₂e/year.
There are 18 water systems serving the area. 12 water quality violations have been reported in the past 5 years. 20 industrial facilities report greenhouse gas emissions totaling 9.9M metric tons of CO₂e.
Infrastructure
Commute Overview2023 ACS
Mean Commute
22 min
-7% vs national
Drive Alone
70.5%
-10% vs national
Public Transit
2.1%
+132% vs national
Work From Home
11.8%
+27% vs national
Carpool
12.1%
Walk / Bike
1.9%
combined
How San Antonio's Commute ComparesCensus ACS 2023
How People Get to WorkCensus ACS 2023
Commute Mode BreakdownCensus ACS 2023
Traffic Fatalities
Source: NHTSA FARS (2023)Fatalities
178
2023
6-Year Avg
173
fatalities/yr
Pedestrian
70
Cyclist
8
Nighttime
116
dark conditions
| Year | Crashes | Fatalities | Alcohol | Pedestrian | Cyclist |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 173 | 178 | 0 | 70 | 8 |
| 2022 | 190 | 203 | 0 | 66 | 8 |
| 2021 | 186 | 200 | 0 | 65 | 6 |
| 2020 | 147 | 157 | 50 | 59 | 1 |
| 2019 | 150 | 152 | 49 | 59 | 5 |
| 2018 | 144 | 148 | 38 | 46 | 4 |
Data from NHTSA Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS). Includes only crashes involving at least one fatality.
The average commute in San Antonio, TX is 22 minutes, which is 7.3% below the national average of 23 minutes. 70.5% of workers drive alone, compared to the national average of 78.7%. 11.8% work from home, which is above the TX state average of 7.8%. Public transit is used by 2.1% of commuters, compared to the national average of 0.9%. 12.1% of workers carpool. 1.7% walk to work. In 2023, there were 178 traffic fatalities from 173 fatal crashes. 70 were pedestrians.
Internet & Broadband Access
Source: Census ACSBroadband Access
89.0%
of households
Cable / Fiber / DSL
74.8%
of households
No Internet
7.7%
of households
Total Households
547,883
Internet Subscription Types
Device Ownership
Source: Census ACSHas Computer
95.5%
of households
Smartphone
92.1%
of households
Desktop / Laptop
75.1%
of households
Tablet
61.0%
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
-25% vs Over 1,000,000 avg
Commercial Rate
8.6¢
per kWh
-42% vs Over 1,000,000 avg
Industrial Rate
6.1¢
per kWh
-40% vs Over 1,000,000 avg
Avg Monthly Bill
$164
residential
+12% vs Over 1,000,000 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).
San Antonio vs Similar Cities
Source: EIA (2024)Comparing electricity rates with randomly selected cities of similar population (Over 1,000,000). 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
18
Population Served
2,172,460
Violations (5yr)
12
| System Name | Type | Source | Pop. Served | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SAN ANTONIO WATER SYSTEM | Community | Purchased surface water | 2,113,151 | 0 |
| JBSA - SAM HOUSTON | Community | Ground water | 37,563 | 2 |
| JBSA - RANDOLPH | Community | Ground water | 10,949 | 0 |
| CITY OF ALAMO HEIGHTS | Community | Ground water | 7,357 | 1 |
| THE OAKS WSC | Community | Purchased surface water | 1,191 | 0 |
| BLUE SKIES OF TEXAS WEST | Community | Ground water | 796 | 1 |
| PIONEER ESTATES | Community | Ground water | 375 | 1 |
| CADILLAC WATER | Community | Ground water | 252 | 0 |
| RIO MEDINA ESTATES | Community | Ground water | 201 | 2 |
| SRALLA MOBILE HOME PARK | Community | Ground water | 165 | 1 |
| MARTINEZ RANCH SUBDIVISION | Community | Ground water | 150 | 1 |
| LITTLE JOES ICE HOUSE & TRAILER PARK | Community | Ground water | 106 | 0 |
| RANCHERO ESTATES | Community | Ground water | 105 | 1 |
| EVETTS APARTMENTS | Community | Ground water | 51 | 1 |
| CORDI MARIAN VILLA | Community | Ground water | 48 | 1 |
| CENTRAL TEXAS REGIONAL WSC | Community | Ground water | 0 | 0 |
| SEGURO WATER | Community | Ground water | 0 | 0 |
| SAN PEDRO WATER RESOURCES | Community | Ground water | 0 | 0 |
89.0% of households in San Antonio have broadband internet access. 74.8% have cable, fiber, or DSL service. 12.0% rely solely on cellular data without a wired connection. 7.7% of households have no internet access. 13.9% use only a smartphone without a desktop or laptop. The area is served by 18 water systems, providing water to 2,172,460 people. A total of 12 water quality violations have been recorded over the past 5 years.
Politics & Government
County-level data: Election results are reported at the county level. San Antonio is located in Bexar County, TX. Results reflect all voters in the county, not just those in San Antonio.
Election Overview
Source: Bexar County (2024)2024 Winner
Democrat
Dem Votes
411,389
54.3%
GOP Votes
337,545
44.6%
Total Votes
757,547
Margin
D+9.8%
Shift from 2020
R+8.4pp
vs prior election
Election History
Source: County-Level Election Results| Year | Dem Votes | GOP Votes | Total | Dem % | GOP % | Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 411,389 | 337,545 | 757,547 | 54.3% | 44.6% | D+9.8 |
| 2020 | 448,452 | 308,618 | 768,952 | 58.3% | 40.1% | D+18.2 |
| 2016 | 319,191 | 240,161 | 586,038 | 54.5% | 41.0% | D+13.5 |
In the 2024 presidential election, Bexar County recorded 757,547 total votes. Democrats won the county with 54.3% of the vote compared to 44.6% for Republicans, a margin of D+9.8%. Compared to 2020, the margin shifted R+8.4pp from the previous election. Since 2016, Bexar County has shifted 3.7 percentage points toward Republicans.
Official City Website
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Nonprofits Overview
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFTotal Nonprofits
5,790
Total Assets
$28.4B
Total Income
$13.3B
Per 10K Residents
39.7
nonprofits
-18.5% vs peers avg
Orgs with >$1M Assets
756
Median Assets
$431K
Oldest Active
1932
ruling year
Newest Org
2026
ruling year
Nonprofits by Category
Source: IRS / NTEE ClassificationTop 10 hold $10.5B of $28.4B 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 Over 1,000,000
Largest Nonprofits in San Antonio
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFSan Antonio, TX has 5,790 registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations with combined assets of $28.4B. The most common category is Religion-Related, with 858 organizations. 756 nonprofits have assets exceeding $1 million. That works out to 39.7 nonprofits per 10,000 residents. The oldest active nonprofit dates back to 1932.
SBA Lending Overview
Source: SBA FOIA Loan-Level DataTotal SBA Loans
8,607
Total Approved
$3.2B
Jobs Supported
86,177
Per 10K Residents
59.0
SBA loans
-11.3% vs peers avg
Unique Lenders
355
Top Lender
Wells Fargo Bank National Association
947 loans
Top Industry
Health Care & Social Assistance
Data Span
1992–2026
Loan Program Breakdown
Source: SBA FOIALoans
7,933
Total Amount
$2.7B
Avg Loan
$337,058
Median Loan
$130,300
SBA Guaranteed
$2.0B(75%)
Jobs Supported
75,197
Loans
674
Total Amount
$503.2M
Avg Loan
$746,525
Median Loan
$543,500
Recent Activity (Last 5 Years)
Source: SBA FOIARecent Loans
1,281
15% of all-time total
Recent Amount
$889.7M
28% of all-time total
Avg Recent Loan
$694,536
Top Industries Funded
Source: SBA FOIA / NAICS CodesSBA Loans per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: SBA FOIA + Census ACSCompared to cities with population Over 1,000,000
Top SBA Borrowers
Source: SBA FOIA| Business | Loans | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Agri-west International | 6 | $11.2M |
| Sypm Investment Partners Llc | 2 | $10.0M |
| Alamo Environmental Inc. | 3 | $7.8M |
| Kman Properties Llc | 3 | $7.2M |
| Days Inn | 6 | $7.1M |
| Antonio Strad Violinllc | 4 | $6.8M |
| Soba Recovery Center | 6 | $6.3M |
| Lechuguilla Ventures Llc | 3 | $5.5M |
| Szn Automotive Llc | 5 | $5.4M |
| Homewood Suites by Hilton Lackland Afb | 2 | $5.3M |
San Antonio, TX has received 8,607 SBA loans totaling $3.2B in approved funding between 1992 and 2026. The 7(a) program accounts for 7,933 loans (92% of the total), supporting 75,197 jobs. The 504 program, focused on real estate and large equipment, has funded 674 loans totaling $503.2M. The most common industry receiving SBA funding is Health Care & Social Assistance. The most active SBA lender in San Antonio is Wells Fargo Bank National Association with 947 loans. That works out to 59.0 SBA loans per 10,000 residents.
ZIP Code Overview
Source: Census ACSZIP Codes
37
Total Population
976,485
Avg Median Income
-$17,964,592
Avg Home Value
-$71,891,637
ZIP Code Details
Source: Census ACS| ZIP Code | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Median Rent | Area (sq mi) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 78201 | 43,426 | $46,129 | $187,400 | $1,033 | 7.1 |
| 78202 | 9,952 | $43,708 | $223,900 | $1,218 | 2.3 |
| 78203 | 4,845 | $34,815 | $139,900 | $989 | 1.4 |
| 78204 | 11,944 | $54,667 | $142,200 | $1,516 | 2.7 |
| 78205 | 1,653 | $34,631 | $470,200 | $1,265 | 1.2 |
| 78207 | 54,128 | $30,655 | $93,200 | $857 | 7.3 |
| 78208 | 3,877 | $23,194 | $125,000 | $894 | 1.0 |
| 78209 | 43,363 | $84,180 | $497,500 | $1,371 | 10.2 |
| 78210 | 34,740 | $51,990 | $172,700 | $1,119 | 7.3 |
| 78211 | 30,589 | $54,279 | $110,200 | $1,047 | 10.2 |
| 78212 | 26,670 | $60,222 | $299,400 | $1,084 | 6.9 |
| 78213 | 41,603 | $53,342 | $199,500 | $1,161 | 8.0 |
| 78214 | 21,884 | $41,334 | $121,600 | $934 | 8.3 |
| 78215 | 3,258 | $82,128 | $486,100 | $1,754 | 1.1 |
| 78216 | 42,044 | $55,488 | $281,700 | $1,211 | 14.1 |
| 78217 | 33,959 | $56,852 | $216,100 | $1,186 | 10.2 |
| 78218 | 38,291 | $56,833 | $183,900 | $1,168 | 11.2 |
| 78219 | 16,946 | $52,147 | $155,200 | $1,128 | 15.7 |
| 78220 | 18,497 | $41,244 | $125,000 | $1,153 | 7.7 |
| 78221 | 41,580 | $63,114 | $157,500 | $1,147 | 36.3 |
| 78222 | 25,008 | $64,251 | $188,100 | $1,151 | 19.1 |
| 78224 | 20,671 | $57,965 | $138,800 | $1,132 | 15.3 |
| 78225 | 13,188 | $46,829 | $110,600 | $1,082 | 1.9 |
| 78226 | 6,907 | $32,340 | $109,300 | $1,014 | 7.1 |
| 78227 | 44,091 | $48,049 | $151,300 | $1,112 | 19.1 |
| 78228 | 55,474 | $50,865 | $164,700 | $1,004 | 10.9 |
| 78229 | 35,195 | $46,718 | $206,400 | $1,234 | 5.8 |
| 78230 | 42,070 | $71,564 | $355,400 | $1,289 | 10.5 |
| 78234 | 6,281 | $100,096 | N/A | $2,196 | 5.1 |
| 78235 | 2,440 | $64,919 | N/A | $1,479 | 1.9 |
| 78236 | 7,629 | $96,771 | N/A | $2,099 | 4.9 |
| 78237 | 36,930 | $40,233 | $103,000 | $987 | 7.1 |
| 78238 | 26,250 | $56,227 | $191,300 | $1,183 | 10.2 |
| 78240 | 57,014 | $62,203 | $245,100 | $1,283 | 11.2 |
| 78242 | 35,976 | $48,979 | $128,500 | $1,230 | 7.9 |
| 78243 | 251 | N/A | N/A | N/A | 0.6 |
| 78244 | 37,861 | $67,789 | $195,400 | $1,552 | 7.5 |
San Antonio, TX has 37 ZIP codes with a combined population of 976,485. The average median household income across all ZIP codes is -$17,964,592. The average median home value is -$71,891,637. The average median monthly rent is -$18,016,822.
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