San Antonio, TX Census Data
The 2nd largest city in Texas by population · 74 cities ranked
San Antonio is the 2nd largest city in Texas by population and ranks 52nd of 74 for median household income. With 1.5M residents, its poverty rate of 17.1% ranks among the higher rates in Texas. This snapshot draws from the 2023 American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates.
Updated: 2026-04-13 · Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2023
Population
1.5M
49.5% male · 50.5% female
Median Age
34.6
4.1 below the national average (38.7 yrs)
Median Household Income
$62,917
$15,621 below the national average ($78,538)
Bachelor's Degree or Higher
28.7%
6.3% below the national average (35.0%)
HS diploma or higher: 84.3%
Poverty Rate
17.1%
4.7% above the national average (12.4%)
Uninsured: 17.5%
Broadband Access
95.5%
5.8% above the national average (89.7%)
Median Home Value
$219,700
Median rent: $1,258 · 52% owner-occupied
Unemployment Rate
5.8%
Labor force participation: 60.9%
Per Capita Income
$36,669
Individual average income (not household)
Veteran Population
8.2%
Disability rate: 15.5%
How San Antonio Compares to Other Texas Cities
Rankings among all 74 Texas cities tracked in the 2023 ACS.
| Ranking | Position | Tier |
|---|---|---|
| Largest by Population | 2nd of 74 | Top 10% |
| Highest Median Income | 52nd of 74 | Bottom half |
| Lowest Poverty Rate | 48th of 74 | Bottom half |
| Highest Bachelor's Attainment | 51st of 74 | Bottom half |
| Highest Home Value | 48th of 74 | Bottom half |
Demographics
Race & Ethnicity
Age Distribution
Commute to Work
San Antonio, TX Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of San Antonio, TX?
The population of San Antonio, TX is 1.5M according to the 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The median age is 34.6 years.
What is the median household income in San Antonio?
The median household income in San Antonio, TX is $62,917, below the national average of $78,538. Per capita income is $36,669.
What is the poverty rate in San Antonio?
The poverty rate in San Antonio, TX is 17.1%, compared to the national average of 12.4%. About 17.5% of residents lack health insurance.
What percentage of San Antonio residents have a college degree?
28.7% of adults (25+) in San Antonio hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 84.3% have at least a high school diploma. The national average for bachelor's degree holders is 35.0%.
What is the median home value in San Antonio?
The median home value in San Antonio, TX is $219,700. Median rent is $1,258 per month, with 52% of housing units owner-occupied.
What is the racial makeup of San Antonio?
San Antonio's population is 48.3% White, 6.9% Black, 64.4% Hispanic or Latino, and 3.1% Asian (source: 2023 ACS).
How does San Antonio rank among Texas cities?
San Antonio is the 2nd largest city in Texas by population, the 52nd highest for median household income, the 48th lowest for poverty rate, the 51st highest for bachelor's degree attainment among 74 ranked Texas cities.
What is the unemployment rate in San Antonio?
The unemployment rate in San Antonio, TX is 5.8%, with a labor force participation rate of 60.9%. Per capita income is $36,669.
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