San Antonio, TX

San Antonio TX scores 37/100 on safety (well below average). Crime is about 115% above the national average. Research block-level crime data and visit after dark before you commit.

Detail: overall crime index 215 (100 = avg); violent crime index 172; property crime index 257. Indexes near 100 track a typical U.S. load. Higher means more crime pressure on that category.

School quality varies by neighborhood in San Antonio. Check GreatSchools.org or your local district for current ratings before you choose a ZIP.

Typical rent in San Antonio is about $1,324/month (moderate). At $1,324/month for a typical unit, you need about $47,664+ in household income to rent comfortably without stretching (3× rent × 12). Typical home value: $235,700.

Median household income is $65,056, property taxes run about 1.45%, and homes typically sell in around 28 days. Local median income ($65,056) clears the $47,664 comfort line for that rent.

Walk Score 68 (Somewhat Walkable); transit score 42 (Some Transit).

Average temperature is about 78°F (highs near 85°F, lows near 70°F).

Most of the year is outdoor-friendly; peak summer still needs AC for comfort. Cooling costs matter more than heating for most of the year. If you visit, go in late summer so you feel the heat, not just a mild weekend.

Hazard indexes (100 ≈ typical U.S.): weather hazard index 125. Ask insurers for a quote on the ZIP you want. Deductibles can move your monthly cost as much as a $50–$100 rent difference.

Who tends to thrive in San Antonio: (1) Renters who want $1,324/month housing without coastal prices (comfort income is about $47,664) (2) Households earning $47,664+ who can clear the 3× rent rule at $1,324/month (3) Movers with a locked job offer in San Antonio who already priced rent and commute (4) Buyers comparing mid-size metros who will tour multiple ZIPs before signing

Who should look elsewhere: (1) People with young kids who want to let them roam freely (crime pressure is real here; safety 37/100) (2) Households expecting top marks on rent and safety at once (San Antonio does not clear every bar) (3) People who will not research ZIP-level crime maps before leasing

Income sniff test: clear about $47,664 household income for $1,324/month rent. Under that, pick a cheaper ZIP or a different city.

Moving to San Antonio requires serious research first. Safety scores 37/100 which is significantly below average. If you have a specific reason to be here that justifies the tradeoff, go in with eyes open on neighborhood selection.