Average Rent in San Antonio, TX🔺 9th priciest in TX
HUD FY2025 · Official government data · Updated annually · Metro pop. 2,612,802
Market Overview
San Antonio, TX has rental prices ranging from $1,116/month to $2,243/month in 2025, depending on unit size. The typical 1-bedroom apartment rents for $1,231/month — 12% below the national average of $1,400/month. With a median household income of $74,297/year, spending $1,231/month on a 1-bedroom represents 20% of gross income — within the recommended 30% threshold.
How San Antonio Compares
With an average 2-bedroom rent of $1,501/month, San Antonio ranks #9 most expensive of the 220 cities tracked in Texas — pricier than 92% of all US cities in our data.
The San Antonio Rental Market
The San Antonio, TX area has a population of about 2,612,802 and 37% of households renting rather than owning. That is close to the US average renter share of ~34%.
Affordability
To afford a 1-bedroom apartment in San Antonio, TX without exceeding the 30% housing cost guideline, a renter needs an annual income of approximately $49,240. The local median household income of $74,297 exceeds that threshold by $25,057, making San Antonio relatively accessible compared to local wages.
Rent vs. Buy
The median home value in San Antonio, TX is $251,065, giving a price-to-rent ratio of 13.9. The break-even point between renting and buying is roughly 14 years — renting offers more flexibility for shorter stays, while buying makes more sense for long-term residents.
Safety
Crime statistics for San Antonio, TX show a violent crime rate of 416.13 per 100,000 residents (elevated) and a property crime rate of 2272.64 per 100,000 residents (moderate). As with any metro area, crime rates vary widely by neighborhood — prospective renters are encouraged to research specific areas within San Antonio before signing a lease.
Fair Market Rents
HUD FY2025Is San Antonio, TX Affordable?
Income needed to rent or buy, price history, and how this city compares to nearby metros.
Affordability Index(30% income rule)
Nearby Cities in TXlargest metros in the state
| City | Studio | 1BR | 2BR | 3BR | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fort Worth | $1,371 | $1,461 | $1,705 | $2,256 | — |
| Dallas | $1,531 | $1,606 | $1,884 | $2,361 | — |
| Brazoria County | $951 | $1,138 | $1,260 | $1,683 | — |
| Houston | $1,226 | $1,279 | $1,529 | $2,038 | — |
| Austin | $1,549 | $1,650 | $1,949 | $2,484 | — |
| McAllen | $793 | $798 | $992 | $1,290 | — |
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