San Antonio

San Antonio, Texas Overview

San Antonio faces challenges across several categories, earning a D grade (42.4/100) and ranking #16 of 20 cities in Texas. Even so, the city scores 78/100 in Affordability — a relative bright spot compared to its Outdoor Access score of 5/100.

Income & Employment in San Antonio

The median household income in San Antonio is $62,322, 15% below the statewide median of $73,035. The local unemployment rate of 3.7% is lower than the state’s 4.2%. Population grew 1.6% recently.

Safety in San Antonio

With a violent crime rate of 699.9 per 100,000, San Antonio exceeds the Texas average of 401. Safety is a factor prospective residents should weigh carefully. The property crime rate is 5421.6 per 100,000.

Cost of Living in San Antonio

San Antonio has a cost of living index of 93.7 (where 100 equals the national average), slightly below the national benchmark. The median home value is $219,700. Median monthly rent is $1,258. Renters spend 24.2% of income on rent, well within the 30% affordability guideline.

Health & Wellness in San Antonio

The adult obesity rate in San Antonio is 34.9% (CDC PLACES). Diabetes prevalence is elevated at 15.2%. Residents report an average of 17.2 poor mental health days per month, above the typical range. Texas ranks #41 nationally for overall health.

Education & Schools in San Antonio

The student-teacher ratio is 15.2:1. Per-pupil spending is $11,923. The city has 488 public schools serving 328,018 students. School data is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data and EDFacts.

Climate in San Antonio

Summers in San Antonio are hot, averaging 85.3°F. Summers average 85.3°F. Winters average 57°F. Annual precipitation is 46.8 inches.

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