San Antonio, TX
SAN ANTONIO, TEXAS: Demographic and Financial Snapshot
(Last updated on 1.8.21)
AGE IN SAN ANTONIO, TEXAS
| Age Range | Population | Percent |
| 20 to 24 years | 116,852 | 7.9% |
| 25 to 29 years | 127,668 | 8.6% |
| 30 to 34 years | 115,135 | 7.7% |
| 35 to 39 years | 101,521 | 6.8% |
| 40 to 44 years | 93,916 | 6.3% |
| 45 to 49 years | 90,195 | 6.1% |
| 50 to 54 years | 88,037 | 5.9% |
| 55 to 59 years | 85,019 | 5.7% |
| 60 to 64 years | 73,444 | 4.9% |
| 65 to 69 years | 59,095 | 4.0% |
| 70 to 74 years | 42,965 | 2.9% |
| 75 to 79 years | 29,801 | 2.0% |
| 80 to 84 years | 21,352 | 1.4% |
| 85+ years | 22,017 | 1.5% |
The median age in San Antonio is 33.3 years
Source: US Census Data; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Age
ETHNICITY IN SAN ANTONIO, TEXAS
| Ethnicity | Population | Percent |
| White | 1,196,988 | 80.5% |
| Black or African American | 103,037 | 6.9% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 11,184 | 0.8% |
| Asian | 42,225 | 2.8% |
| Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander | 1,484 | 0.1% |
| Other | 89,652 | 6.0% |
Source: US Census; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Race
EDUCATION IN SAN ANTONIO, TEXAS
| Education Level | Population | Percent |
| Less than 9th grade | 80,865 | 8.5% |
| 9th to 12th grade, no diploma | 89,924 | 9.5% |
| High school graduate (includes GED) | 247,266 | 26.0% |
| Some college, no degree | 213,758 | 22.5% |
| Associate’s degree | 72,439 | 7.6% |
| Bachelor’s degree | 157,774 | 16.6% |
| Graduate or professional degree | 88,139 | 9.3% |
| High school graduate or higher | 779,376 | 82.0% |
| Bachelor’s degree or higher | 245,913 | 25.9% |
| Less than Bachelor’s degree | 704,252 | 74.1% |
Source: US Census; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Education (population 25+ years)
HOUSEHOLD INCOME IN SAN ANTONIO, TEXAS
| Annual Household Income | Percent |
| Less than $10,000 | 8.2% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 5.3% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 10.8% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 10.9% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 14.0% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 18.8% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 11.7% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 12.2% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 4.2% |
| $200,000 or more | 4.0% |
Median household income: $50,980
Mean household income: $68,838
Source: US Census; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Household Income
HOUSEHOLD INCOME BY EDUCATION IN SAN ANTONIO, TEXAS
| Education Level | Average Income |
| Less than high school graduate | $20,798 |
| High school graduate (includes GED) | $26,949 |
| Some college or Associate’s degree | $32,496 |
| Bachelor’s degree | $50,124 |
| Graduate or professional degree | $64,056 |
Source: US Census; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Median earnings in past 12 months by education (population 25+ years with earnings)
MARITAL STATUS IN SAN ANTONIO, TEXAS
| Population | Percent | |
| Population 15+ years | 1,200,031 | NA |
| Never married | 462,868 | 38.6% |
| Now married (except separated) | 497,799 | 41.5% |
| Separated | 33,820 | 2.8% |
| Widowed | 62,857 | 5.2% |
| Divorced | 142,687 | 11.9% |
Source: US Census; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Marital Status for population 15 years and over
POVERTY STATUS IN SAN ANTONIO, TEXAS
| Population | Percent | |
| Living beneath poverty line | 263,832 | 17.8% |
Source: US Census; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Poverty Rate
HOUSING IN SAN ANTONIO, TEXAS
| Owner-occupied housing units | 270,784 |
| Renter-occupied housing units | 227,010 |
| Single-family detached units | 342,404 |
| Homeownership rate | 54.4% |
| Vacancy rate | 8.5% |
| Renters rate | 45.6% |
| Average housing value | $171,880 |
| Average monthly owner cost (with mortgage) | $906 |
| Average rent | $852 |
Source: US Census; https://cbb.census.gov/rae/#
Survey/Program: 2009-2013 and the 2014-2018 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates
Data Point: Housing Characteristics
SOCIOECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS IN SAN ANTONIO, TEXAS
| Average income | $68,838 |
| Average household size | 2.94 |
| Percent population 16 years and over in labor force | 64.2% |
| Percent disabled | 14.4% |
| Percent with health coverage | 83.5% |
| Average travel time to work (in minutes) | 24.4 |
| Percent workers using public transportation | 2.9% |
| Percent veterans | 9.4% |
| Percent foreign born | 14.3% |
| Percent speaking Spanish at home | 11.8% |
Source: US Census; https://cbb.census.gov/rae/#
Survey/Program: 2009-2013 and the 2014-2018 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates
Data Point: Socioeconomic Characteristics
CONSUMER SPENDING IN SAN ANTONIO, TEXAS
| Total consumer expenditures per household | $59,567.47 |
| Alcoholic beverages | $456.41 |
| Alcoholic beverages consumed at home | $275.81 |
| Beer consumed away from home | $77.49 |
| Wine consumed away from home | $38.09 |
| Apparel & services | $1,774.02 |
| Men’s apparel | $344.92 |
| Women’s apparel | $574.87 |
| Children’s apparel | $284.15 |
| Boys’ apparel | $94.42 |
| Girls’ apparel | $107.68 |
| Footwear | $408.34 |
| Dining out (food away from home) | $3,045.30 |
| Dining out – Breakfast | $316.88 |
| Dining out – Lunch | $964.65 |
| Dining out – Dinner | $1,400.33 |
| Education | $1,183.03 |
| Entertainment / recreation | $2,533.67 |
| Club membership fees | $176.37 |
| Dating services | $0.63 |
| Pet food | $201.46 |
| Pet services | $51.04 |
| Food consumed at home | $4,210.81 |
| Bakery products consumed at home | $548.89 |
| Dairy products consumed at home | $423.47 |
| Fruits and vegetables consumed at home | $823.50 |
| Meat, poultry, fish, eggs consumed at home | $948.17 |
| Nonalcoholic beverages consumed at home | $417.32 |
| Snacks / other food products consumed at home | $1,466.78 |
| Health care | $4,598.98 |
| Medical services | $853.53 |
| Nonprescription drugs | $114.76 |
| Household Services | $1,611.25 |
| Care for the elderly and handicapped | $50.36 |
| Lawn and garden services | $338.99 |
| Housekeeping services | $141.95 |
| PC repair | $5.42 |
| Housing | $18,796.38 |
| Home improvements | $1,957.68 |
| Utilities, fuel, and public services | $3,996.43 |
| Phone services | $1,462.88 |
| Water | $616.21 |
| Life and other insurance | $326.04 |
| Pensions and social security | $6,305.20 |
| Personal care products and services | $723.93 |
| Hair care products | $87.47 |
| Personal care products | $305.14 |
| Local transportation | $7,044.82 |
| Gasoline | $1,875.65 |
| Vehicle maintenance and repair | $928.63 |
| Travel | $1,689.80 |
| Airline fares | $416.64 |
| Auto / truck rental on trips | $19.73 |
| Lodging on trips | $452.10 |
| Food and drink on trips | $409.58 |
| Entertainment on trips | $144.48 |
Source: US Census; https://cbb.census.gov/rae/#
Survey/Program: 2009-2013 and the 2014-2018 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates
Data Point: Consumer Spending (Consumer expenditures per household)
DEBT IN BEXAR COUNTY (home to SAN ANTONIO, TEXAS)
| % with any debt in collections | 44% |
| Average debt in collections | $1,956 |
| % with medical debt in collections | 25% |
| Average medical debt in collections | $715 |
| % with student loan debt | 18% |
| Average student loan debt | $16,894 |
| Average monthly student loan payment | $160 |
| % with auto debt | 35% |
Source: Urban Institute; https://apps.urban.org/features/debt-interactive-map/
Survey/Program: Data from credit bureau data (2018) + the US Census Bureau’s American Community Survey (2017)
Data Point: Consumer Debt
UNEMPLOYMENT IN SAN ANTONIO, TEXAS
| Year | Population | Percent |
| January 2019 | 25,574 | 3.5% |
| February 2019 | 23,492 | 3.2% |
| March 2019 | 22,417 | 3.1% |
| April 2019 | 18,894 | 2.6% |
| May 2019 | 19,923 | 2.7% |
| June 2019 | 24,088 | 3.3% |
| July 2019 | 25,043 | 3.4% |
| August 2019 | 24,079 | 3.3% |
| September 2019 | 22,153 | 3.0% |
| October 2019 | 21,762 | 2.9% |
| November 2019 | 21,687 | 2.9% |
| December 2019 | 20,389 | 2.8% |
| January 2020 | 23,527 | 3.2% |
| February 2020 | 22,880 | 3.1% |
| March 2020 | 32,552 | 4.5% |
| April 2020 | 94,029 | 13.8% |
| May 2020 | 92,672 | 13.0% |
| June 2020 | 61,931 | 8.5% |
| July 2020 | 60,427 | 8.3% |
| August 2020 | 51,555 | 6.9% |
| September 2020 | 58,494 | 7.9% |
| October 2020 | 46,253 | 6.3% |
Source: US Bureau of Labor Statistics; https://www.bls.gov/lau/data.htm
Survey/Program: Local Area Employment Statistics
Data Point: Unemployment totals (not seasonally adjusted)
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