Town in Bexar County, part of the San Antonio metro

Living in Alamo Heights, TX

A+

30th of 745Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people
Overall score 95 of 100
4th of 54 in the San Antonio area

Alamo Heights earns a grade of A+ on our index, 30th of 745 Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people. It does best on errands and things to do and education levels, and trails on cost of living and home ownership. It is a strong pick for families, young professionals, retirees and remote workers.

  • Good for families
  • Good for young professionals
  • Good for retirees
  • Good for remote workers
  • Pricey
  • Short commutes
  • River flooding risk is very high
  • Hail risk is very high
Map of Texas showing where Alamo Heights isHoustonDallasAustinFort WorthAlamo Heights
Where Alamo Heights is in Texas.
Population
7,632+3.7% since 2020
Median rent
$1,72723% higher than Texas
Median home value
$779,400175% higher than Texas
Household income
$183,088Median
Average commute
19 minOne way
Violent crime
92Per 100k, 2025

What it's like to live in Alamo Heights

Alamo Heights sits about 4 miles from downtown San Antonio, in the San Antonio-New Braunfels metro. 7,632 people lived here in 2025, up 3.7% from 2020. It is densely built, with an older housing stock (the median home dates to 1950).

Local spots people know include Jack Judson Nature Trails, The Bark Park of Alamo Heights and Alamo Heights Bike Park.

The median age is 40.0, 31% of households have children, 74% of homes are owned by the people living in them and the typical household earns $183,088 a year (133% higher than the Texas median).

Pros of living in Alamo Heights

  • Low violent crime. 92 violent crimes per 100,000 people in 2025, 76% lower than the Texas rate.
  • High incomes. The median household earns $183,088, 133% higher than the Texas median.
  • Short commutes. The average trip to work takes 19 minutes, against 27 across Texas.
  • Healthier population. Only 7.2% of working-age adults lack health insurance.

Cons of living in Alamo Heights

  • Higher rent. Median rent is $1,727, 23% higher than the Texas median.
  • Natural hazard risk. FEMA rates the risk of river flooding and hail as very high here.
  • Long, hot summers. Expect about 112 days a year at 90°F or hotter.

Who Alamo Heights suits

  • FamiliesA strong fit: violent crime is 76% lower than the Texas rate. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 85% for families.
  • Young professionalsA strong fit: household income is 133% higher than the Texas median, with 39 restaurants and 4 cafes in town. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 99% for young professionals.
  • RetireesA strong fit: 7.2% of working-age adults are uninsured and violent crime is 76% lower than the Texas rate. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 96% for retirees.
  • Remote workersA strong fit: 94% of homes have broadband and the median rent of $1,727 is 23% higher than the Texas median. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 91% for remote workers.
  • People on a budgetNot the best fit: the median rent of $1,727 is 23% higher than the Texas median. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 31% for people on a budget.

Alamo Heights report card

Ten grades, one for each part of daily life we measure. Most compare Alamo Heights with other US towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people. Schools, safety and errands compare it with other Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people.

  • Cost of living: grade D+

    Median rent $1,727, homes cost 4.3x income.

    26 of 100 vs US towns

  • Jobs and income: grade A+

    Median household income $183,088, 2.2% unemployed.

    97 of 100 vs US towns

  • Schools: grade B+

    2 rated campuses, 100% rated A or B.

    79 of 100 vs TX towns

  • Safety: grade C

    92 violent crimes per 100k, 2,052 property crimes per 100k.

    48 of 100 vs TX towns

  • Errands and things to do: grade A+

    1 grocery store, 39 restaurants, 4 parks mapped in town.

    98 of 100 vs TX towns

  • Getting around: grade B-

    Average commute 19 min, 21% work from home.

    60 of 100 vs US towns

  • Education levels: grade A+

    73% have a bachelor’s degree.

    97 of 100 vs US towns

  • Health: grade A

    7.2% of adults uninsured.

    89 of 100 vs US towns

  • Home ownership: grade C-

    74% of homes owner-occupied.

    35 of 100 vs US towns

  • Internet access: grade B+

    94% of homes have broadband.

    72 of 100 vs US towns

Where Alamo Heights stands out compared with Texas

Better than Texas

  • Median household income: $183,088133% higher than Texas ($78,476)
  • Adults with a bachelor's degree or higher: 73%39 points higher than Texas (34%)
  • Adults 18 to 64 without health insurance: 7.2%12 points lower than Texas (20%)

Worse than Texas

  • Median rent: $1,72723% higher than Texas ($1,403)
  • Home value to income: 4.3x18% higher than Texas (3.6x)
  • Vacant homes: 15%6 points higher than Texas (9.4%)

Cost of living in Alamo Heights

Alamo Heights renters pay a median of $1,727 a month, 23% higher than the statewide median. The usual rule is to spend no more than 30% of income on rent, which means earning around $69,000 a year for a median unit. Right now 39% of renters here pay more than 30% of their income on rent.

HUD sets fair market rents for this area at $1,196 for a one-bedroom, $1,441 for a two-bedroom and $1,864 for a three-bedroom (fiscal year 2027). These figures include utilities and describe a modest unit, so newer apartments often ask for more.

The median home is worth $779,400, 175% higher than the Texas median. With 20% down and a 30-year loan at 7.28%, the monthly payment comes to about $4,266 before tax, or $5,100 with property tax. That is $3,373 a month more than the median rent, so renting is the cheaper monthly choice unless you plan to stay for years.

Texas has no state income tax, but property taxes are among the highest in the country. The median homeowner in Alamo Heights pays $10,000+ a year, 136% higher than the Texas median of $4,232. Budget for it, along with homeowners insurance, which our numbers do not include.

Typical rent by apartment size

Fair market rent by bedroom count in Alamo HeightsStudio$1,0991 bedroom$1,1962 bedrooms$1,4413 bedrooms$1,8644 bedrooms$2,163
HUD fair market rent for FY2027, San Antonio-New Braunfels, TX HUD Metro FMR Area. This is what a typical, modest unit rents for, including utilities.
MeasureHereTexasUS
Median rent23% higher than Texas$1,727$1,403$1,413
Median home value175% higher than Texas$779,400$283,800$332,700
Home value to income18% higher than Texas4.3x3.6x4.1x
Renters paying 30%+ of income on rent12 points lower than Texas39%52%51%
Median property tax per year136% higher than Texas$10,000+$4,232$3,119
Homes owned by the people living in them12 points higher than Texas74%63%65%
Median year homes were builtAbout the same as Texas195019921980

Monthly cost to buy a median home

$5,100
Mortgage payment
$4,266
Property tax
$833
Median rent, for comparison
$1,727

Based on a $779,400 home in Alamo Heights, 20% down and a 30-year loan at 7.28% (Freddie Mac average, week of 2026-10-01). Property tax is the median paid locally, or the county median where the local figure is not published. Insurance and fees are not included.

Is Alamo Heights safe?

In 2025, Alamo Heights Police Department reported 7 violent crimes and 156 property crimes. That works out to 92 violent crimes per 100,000 people, 76% lower than the Texas rate of 387, and 2,052 property crimes per 100,000, about the same as the state rate.

Violent crime is down about 55% since 2021, based on the yearly rates below.

Crime rates describe the whole area a police department covers. Some streets are much quieter than the average and some are busier, so look at the neighborhood grades and visit at different times of day.

Violent crimes per 100,000 people in Alamo Heights by yearTexas9220212022202320242025

Violent crimes per 100,000 people by year. The dashed line is the Texas rate for 2025.

Violent crime
92
per 100k, Texas 387
Property crime
2,052
per 100k, Texas 2,086
Property crimes per 100,000 people in Alamo Heights by yearTexas2,05220212022202320242025

Property crimes per 100,000 people by year.

Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer, Alamo Heights Police Department, 2025. Rates count reported crimes only and cover the area this police department serves.

Schools in Alamo Heights

Alamo Heights has 2 public school campuses with a 2025 state rating inside the city, and 100% of them earn an A or B. Most students here are served by Alamo Heights ISD.

Texas districts usually assign students by attendance zone rather than the closest campus, so check the zone for a specific address with the district before you sign a lease or buy.

Schools grade
79
of 100 vs Texas towns
Average rating
87
Texas median 81

Ratings are the 2025 Texas Education Agency A to F accountability ratings. Always check which school serves a specific address with the district.

Top-rated schools

  • BCambridge ElementaryElementary, Alamo Heights ISD88 of 100
  • BAlamo Heights High SchoolHigh, Alamo Heights ISD85 of 100

Daily life in Alamo Heights

Everyday places mapped inside Alamo Heights, from Overture Maps. Well-known spots include Jack Judson Nature Trails, The Bark Park of Alamo Heights, Alamo Heights Bike Park.

The average one-way commute is 19 minutes, 28% shorter than the Texas average. 21% of workers work from home. Fewer than 3% walk, bike or take transit to work, so plan on driving for almost everything.

Downtown San Antonio is about 4 miles away in a straight line. Many people who live in Alamo Heights work elsewhere in the metro, so test the drive at rush hour before you commit.

The median household income is $183,088, income per person is $101,030, unemployment is 2.2% and 73% of adults hold a bachelor's degree.

Grocery stores
1
Pharmacies
3
Restaurants
39
Cafes
4
Bars
2
Parks
4
Gyms
8
Hospitals and urgent care
3
Childcare
1
Libraries
0

Jobs, income and education

MeasureHereTexasUS
Median household income133% higher than Texas$183,088$78,476$80,734
Income per person148% higher than Texas$101,030$40,752$44,673
Unemployment rate3 points lower than Texas2.2%5.3%5.2%
People below the poverty line11 points lower than Texas2.5%14%12%
Adults with a bachelor's degree or higher39 points higher than Texas73%34%36%
Adults with a high school diploma or higher12 points higher than Texas98%86%90%
Adults 18 to 64 without health insurance12 points lower than Texas7.2%20%11%
Homes with broadband internet3 points higher than Texas94%91%91%

Getting to work

MeasureHereTexasUS
Average commute28% lower than Texas19 min27 min26 min
Workers who work from home7 points higher than Texas21%14%15%
Workers who work from home21%
Workers who take transit0.4%
Workers who walk0.2%
Workers who bike0%

Who lives in Alamo Heights

Under 1827%
18 to 3415%
35 to 6441%
65 and over18%

Median age 40.0 years. 31% of households have children.

Race and ethnicity
White74%
Hispanic or Latino21%
Black1.3%
Asian1.3%
Other or more than one race3.2%

Shown for information only. It is never part of any grade.

Weather in Alamo Heights

Alamo Heights has a hot Texas climate. July highs average 94°F and January lows about 40°F. There are about 112 days a year at 90°F or above, and about 34 inches of rain a year.

Average monthly high and low temperatures in Alamo Heights40°60°80°100°63J68F74M80A86M92J94J95A90S82O71N64DRain

Average daily high and low by month, °F, with rain below. NOAA 1991 to 2020 normals from San Antonio Incarnate Word, 1 mi away. Orange months average 90°F or more.

Natural hazard risk

FEMA's National Risk Index says river flooding risk is very high, hurricane risk is moderate, tornado risk is high and hail risk is very high. Before you buy, look up the FEMA flood zone for the exact address and get a flood insurance quote, since standard home policies do not cover floods.

  • River floodingVery high
  • HurricanesModerate
  • TornadoesHigh
  • HailVery high
  • Heat wavesHigh
  • WildfiresLow
  • Winter stormsLow
  • Strong windVery low

Source: FEMA National Risk Index, December 2025, Census tract level averaged for the city. Check the FEMA flood map for any address before you buy.

Places near Alamo Heights

Nearby, Olmos Park gets an A, Terrell Hills gets an A- and Castle Hills gets a B+. Each is graded against Texas places of its own size, so a small town and a big city can both earn an A.

  1. AOlmos ParkTown, 2,115 people1 mi
  2. A-Terrell HillsTown, 5,070 people1 mi
  3. B+Castle HillsTown, 3,943 people4 mi
  4. FBalcones HeightsTown, 2,715 people5 mi
  5. DKirbyTown, 8,117 people5 mi
  6. DSan AntonioCity, 1,479,835 people6 mi

Alamo Heights in the San Antonio area

How it ranks among 54 places in the metro.

  1. 1A+Cross Mountain3,752 people16 mito downtown
  2. 2A+Shavano Park3,670 people9 mito downtown
  3. 3A+Hollywood Park3,143 people10 mito downtown
  4. 4A+Alamo Heights7,492 people4 mito downtown
  5. 5AFair Oaks Ranch10,728 people21 mito downtown
  6. 6ASt. Hedwig2,313 people19 mito downtown
  7. 7AHelotes9,630 people12 mito downtown

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Living in Alamo Heights: common questions

Is Alamo Heights, TX a good place to live?

Alamo Heights earns a grade of A+ on our index, 30th of 745 Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people. It does best on errands and things to do and education levels, and trails on cost of living and home ownership. It is a strong pick for families, young professionals, retirees and remote workers.

How much does it cost to live in Alamo Heights?

Renters in Alamo Heights pay a median of $1,727 a month, 23% higher than the Texas median. The median home is worth $779,400, 175% higher than the Texas median. A median home costs 4.3x the median household income, compared with 3.6x across Texas. With 20% down at a 7.28% rate, the monthly payment on a median home is about $5,100, including property tax.

Is Alamo Heights safe?

In 2025, Alamo Heights Police Department reported 92 violent crimes per 100,000 people, 76% lower than the Texas rate. Property crime was 2,052 per 100,000, about the same as the Texas rate.

Are the schools good in Alamo Heights?

We found 2 rated public school campuses inside Alamo Heights. 100% are rated A or B by the Texas Education Agency. Its schools score is 79 of 100 compared with other Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people.

Does Alamo Heights flood?

FEMA rates river flooding risk in Alamo Heights as very high, and coastal flooding as not rated. Hazards rated high or very high here: river flooding, tornadoes, heat waves and hail. Always check the flood map for a specific address before you buy.

What is the weather like in Alamo Heights?

Summers in Alamo Heights peak at about 94°F in July, and January nights fall to about 40°F. Expect around 112 days a year at 90°F or hotter, and 34 inches of rain.

How long is the commute in Alamo Heights?

The average one-way commute is 19 min, 28% lower than the Texas average. About 21% of workers work from home. It is about 4 miles from downtown San Antonio.

Sources: US Census Bureau 2020-2024 ACS 5-year and 2025 population estimates, CDC PLACES 2025, Texas Education Agency 2025 ratings, FBI Crime Data Explorer, FEMA National Risk Index, NOAA climate normals, HUD fair market rents, Overture Maps. Updated 2026-10-04. How we grade.