San Antonio, TX Population Statistics: Density Map Data
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Area Snapshot Statistics
Key statistics on population, economy, housing, and commuting compared to state and national averages. Explore interactive maps for deeper analysis.
Population
| Metric | San Antonio | Texas Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 1,549,788 | 30,143,883 | 334,821,731 |
| Population density (per sq mi) | 3070.6 | 112.1 | 85.8 |
| Population growth (%/yr) | 0.33% | 1.36% | 0.57% |
| Median age | 33.5 | 35.8 | 37.1 |
| Households | 550,091 | 10,745,192 | 128,459,983 |
Population in San Antonio grew by 14.6% from 2009 to 2023, reaching 1,471,945 in 2023.
Population Growth 2009–2023
Race & Ethnicity
Economy
San Antonio has a the economy index of D, which means it is barely prosperous.
| Metric | San Antonio | Texas Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household income | $63,546 | $76,510 | $78,145 |
| Income growth (%/yr) | 4.04% | 4.76% | 5.07% |
| Unemployment rate | 5.7% | 5.1% | 5.2% |
The median household income in San Antonio is about 17% lower than in Texas.
Housing
| Metric | San Antonio | Texas Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median home price | $219,520 | $248,418 | $242,182 |
| Median rent | $1,253 | $1,338 | $1,342 |
| Homeownership rate | 53.2% | 62.6% | 65.1% |
The median home price in San Antonio is about 14.6 years' worth of rent — buying at the median price costs roughly as much as paying the median rent of $1,253 per month for that long.
Commute Time & Mobility
The most common departure window is 07:00 AM – 07:29 AM , followed by 08:00 AM – 08:29 AM .
| Metric | San Antonio | Texas Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average commute time (min) | 22.3 | 22.7 | 22.5 |
| Work from home | 11.9% | 12.8% | 13.4% |
The average commute time in San Antonio is 22 minutes, shorter than the 23 minutes in Texas.
Education & Households
San Antonio has a education index of D, which means it is barely educated.
| Metric | San Antonio | Texas Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 25.3% | 29.3% | 31.6% |
| Average household size | 2.63 | 2.70 | 2.54 |
Health
San Antonio has a health index of C, which means it is somewhat healthy.
| Metric | San Antonio | Texas Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Life expectancy (years) | 77.5 | 78.0 | 78.3 |
| Self-rated poor health | 22.1% | 21.1% | 16.3% |
| Smokers | 16.1% | 19.9% | 19.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about San Antonio, Texas.
What is the population of San Antonio, Texas?
The population of San Antonio, Texas is 1,549,788, compared to the U.S. total of 334,821,731.
What is the population density of San Antonio, Texas?
The population density of San Antonio, Texas is 3070.6 people per square mile, compared to the U.S. average of 85.8 people per square mile.
What is the median household income in San Antonio, Texas?
The median household income in San Antonio, Texas is $63,546, compared to the U.S. median of $78,145.
What is the median home price in San Antonio, Texas?
The median home price in San Antonio, Texas is $219,520, compared to the U.S. median of $242,182.
What is the unemployment rate in San Antonio, Texas?
The unemployment rate in San Antonio, Texas is 5.7%, compared to the U.S. average of 5.2%.