Cost of Living in San Antonio, TX
Population: 1,458,954 • 2026 Data
$62,917
Median Household Income
-19% vs national
$1,258
Median Monthly Rent
-7% vs national
$219,700
Median Home Value
-35% vs national
5.7%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in San Antonio
The median home value in San Antonio, TX is $219,700. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $1,258, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $1,235.
Rent-to-income ratio: 24.0%. This is within the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting housing is relatively affordable for median-income earners.
Income and Employment
The median household income in San Antonio, TX is $62,917. The unemployment rate stands at 5.7%, with a labor force of 758,111 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.