San Antonio
RANK #974 / 996 NAT · #66 / 69 TX · POP 2,014,059
1YR FORECAST: -3.0%
5YR OUTLOOK: +4%
Bexar County, Texas, is perhaps best known as home to the Alamo, a landmark symbolizing Texas history and resilience. Located in south-central Texas, it encompasses San Antonio, the state's second-largest city, and numerous smaller communities like Alamo Heights and Helotes. The county is bisected by the Balcones Escarpment, creating diverse scenery from the rocky hills and springs of the Texas Hill Country in the north to the flatter South Texas Plains. Residents have access to a variety of outdoor recreation, including parks such as Brackenridge Park, Phil Hardberger Park, and the Leon Creek Greenway, offering trails for hiking and biking. Commute options within the county include major highways, public transit via VIA Metropolitan Transit buses, vanpools, and extensive bicycle facilities.
Life in Bexar County offers a blend of urban amenities and access to natural spaces. The public school systems in Bexar County are generally above average, with districts like Alamo Heights ISD and Northside ISD serving local families. The economy is driven by diverse sectors, including military installations like Joint Base San Antonio, a growing healthcare and biomedical industry, and a significant tourism sector. Advanced manufacturing, particularly in the automotive industry, and a developing technology sector also contribute to the economic landscape, attracting investment and creating job opportunities.
Above national median
Prices declining
Moderate climate & terrain
Above national median (13x)
Housing looks undervalued at 3.5x — home prices are low relative to local economic output. The typical U.S. county is 4–6x.
Estimated local headcount ranges. Larger employers shown as floor + "+"; smaller employers show exact counts where reported.
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Source: CDC/NCHS vital statistics via County Health Rankings (2020–2022 avg). Rates per 100,000 population. Grade based on homicide rate relative to national average (~6.3). Learn more →
Source: EPA Air Quality System (2021–2023). Grade based on 3-year average median AQI. Learn about AQI →
| PROJECT | AMOUNT | STATUS |
|---|---|---|
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Bexar County Capital Improvements Program (CIP)
Bexar County
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$690M | Under Construction |
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Vantage TX12 Data Center Campus
Vantage Data Centers
|
$448M | Under Construction |
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Amazon Data Centers (3 facilities)
Amazon Data Services Inc.
|
$190M | Planned |
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El Patrimonio Solar Facility
Ashtrom Renewable Energy
|
$150M | Construction Stage |
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TJX/Marmaxx Distribution Center
TJ Maxx, Marshalls (TJX)
|
$150M | Under Construction |
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Credit Human Federal Credit Union Headquarters
Credit Human Federal Credit Union
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$112M | Under Construction |
Source: public records, news, corporate announcements. Amounts are estimates where noted.
Bars show percentile rank among all 996 counties.
The data is not encouraging — Bexar County scores just 1/100 on the Boom Town Index, ranking #974 of 996 counties. Job growth at +1.0% and median household income of $67,275 reflect an economy that has been contracting or stagnating relative to the rest of the country.
Housing in Bexar County is roughly in line with national affordability norms. The median home costs $222,300 and the income-to-home-value ratio sits at 0.30, with rents averaging $1,212/month. Not a bargain, but not a stretch for most local earners either.
Bexar County's population is growing — up +1.2% YoY — while the job market is roughly flat (employment change of +1.0%). Home values shifted -2.9% over the past year. In-migration is outpacing local hiring, which often points to remote workers or retirees driving the headcount.
There's a moderate stream of newcomers. About 2.49% of residents moved from another state, which is above average and suggests Bexar County has appeal as a relocation destination — though it's not among the highest-inflow counties nationally.