Small city in Kendall County, part of the San Antonio metro

Living in Boerne, TX

A-

39th of 192Texas cities of 10,000 to 50,000 people
Overall score 81 of 100
17th of 54 in the San Antonio area

Boerne earns a grade of A- on our index, 39th of 192 Texas cities of 10,000 to 50,000 people. It does best on errands and things to do and schools, and trails on getting around and cost of living. It is a strong pick for families, young professionals and retirees.

  • Good for families
  • Good for young professionals
  • Good for retirees
  • Top-rated schools
  • Fast-growing
  • Getting around scores low (19 of 100)
  • River flooding risk is very high
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Where Boerne is in Texas.
Population
24,047+34.6% since 2020
Median rent
$1,58913% higher than Texas
Median home value
$457,90061% higher than Texas
Household income
$84,541Median
Average commute
25 minOne way
Violent crime
112Per 100k, 2025

What it's like to live in Boerne

Boerne sits about 25 miles from downtown San Antonio, in the San Antonio-New Braunfels metro. 24,047 people lived here in 2025, up 34.6% from 2020, so it is one of the faster-growing places in Texas. It is spread out, with mostly newer homes (the median home was built in 2006).

Local spots people know include Boerne City Park, Northrup Park and Boerne City Lake Park.

The median age is 38.7, 40% of households have children, 65% of homes are owned by the people living in them and the typical household earns $84,541 a year (8% higher than the Texas median).

Pros of living in Boerne

  • Strong public schools. 100% of the 8 rated campuses here earn an A or B from the Texas Education Agency.
  • Low violent crime. 112 violent crimes per 100,000 people in 2025, 71% lower than the Texas rate.
  • Plenty close to home. 4 grocery stores, 128 restaurants and 19 parks are mapped in town.
  • Growing fast. The population grew 35% from 2020 to 2025, which usually means new homes, shops and jobs.

Cons of living in Boerne

  • Homes are pricey for local incomes. The median home costs 5.4 times the median household income, against 3.6 times across Texas.
  • Natural hazard risk. FEMA rates the risk of river flooding, tornadoes and hail as very high here.

Who Boerne suits

  • FamiliesA strong fit: 100% of rated schools earn an A or B and violent crime is 71% lower than the Texas rate. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 85% for families.
  • Young professionalsA strong fit: household income is 8% higher than the Texas median, with 128 restaurants and 13 cafes in town. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 86% for young professionals.
  • RetireesA strong fit: 13% of working-age adults are uninsured and violent crime is 71% lower than the Texas rate. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 81% for retirees.
  • Remote workersA reasonable fit: 93% of homes have broadband and the median rent of $1,589 is 13% higher than the Texas median. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 59% for remote workers.
  • People on a budgetNot the best fit: the median rent of $1,589 is 13% higher than the Texas median. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 8% for people on a budget.

Boerne report card

Ten grades, one for each part of daily life we measure. Most compare Boerne with other US cities of 10,000 to 50,000 people. Schools, safety and errands compare it with other Texas cities of 10,000 to 50,000 people.

  • Cost of living: grade D

    Median rent $1,589, homes cost 5.4x income.

    22 of 100 vs US cities

  • Jobs and income: grade B

    Median household income $84,541, 3.5% unemployed.

    68 of 100 vs US cities

  • Schools: grade A

    8 rated campuses, 100% rated A or B.

    89 of 100 vs TX cities

  • Safety: grade B

    112 violent crimes per 100k, 998 property crimes per 100k.

    71 of 100 vs TX cities

  • Errands and things to do: grade A+

    4 grocery stores, 128 restaurants, 19 parks mapped in town.

    96 of 100 vs TX cities

  • Getting around: grade D

    Average commute 25 min, 16% work from home.

    19 of 100 vs US cities

  • Education levels: grade B

    48% have a bachelor’s degree.

    65 of 100 vs US cities

  • Health: grade C+

    13% of adults uninsured.

    48 of 100 vs US cities

  • Home ownership: grade C-

    65% of homes owner-occupied.

    33 of 100 vs US cities

  • Internet access: grade C+

    93% of homes have broadband.

    53 of 100 vs US cities

Where Boerne stands out compared with Texas

Better than Texas

  • Adults with a bachelor's degree or higher: 48%14 points higher than Texas (34%)
  • People below the poverty line: 6.8%7 points lower than Texas (14%)
  • Adults 18 to 64 without health insurance: 13%6 points lower than Texas (20%)

Worse than Texas

  • Home value to income: 5.4x50% higher than Texas (3.6x)
  • Median rent: $1,58913% higher than Texas ($1,403)
  • Renters paying 30%+ of income on rent: 55%3 points higher than Texas (52%)

Cost of living in Boerne

Boerne renters pay a median of $1,589 a month, 13% higher than the statewide median. The usual rule is to spend no more than 30% of income on rent, which means earning around $64,000 a year for a median unit. Right now 55% of renters here pay more than 30% of their income on rent.

HUD sets fair market rents for this area at $1,285 for a one-bedroom, $1,650 for a two-bedroom and $2,285 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 $457,900, 61% higher than the Texas median. With 20% down and a 30-year loan at 7.28%, the monthly payment comes to about $2,506 before tax, or $3,026 with property tax. That is $1,437 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 Boerne pays $6,232 a year, 47% higher than the Texas median of $4,232. Budget for it, along with homeowners insurance, which our numbers do not include.

See the full cost of living breakdown for Boerne

Typical rent by apartment size

Fair market rent by bedroom count in BoerneStudio$1,2761 bedroom$1,2852 bedrooms$1,6503 bedrooms$2,2854 bedrooms$2,470
HUD fair market rent for FY2027, Kendall County, TX HUD Metro FMR Area. This is what a typical, modest unit rents for, including utilities.
MeasureHereTexasUS
Median rent13% higher than Texas$1,589$1,403$1,413
Median home value61% higher than Texas$457,900$283,800$332,700
Home value to income50% higher than Texas5.4x3.6x4.1x
Renters paying 30%+ of income on rent3 points higher than Texas55%52%51%
Median property tax per year47% higher than Texas$6,232$4,232$3,119
Homes owned by the people living in them2 points higher than Texas65%63%65%
Median year homes were builtAbout the same as Texas200619921980

Monthly cost to buy a median home

$3,026
Mortgage payment
$2,506
Property tax
$519
Median rent, for comparison
$1,589

Based on a $457,900 home in Boerne, 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 Boerne safe?

In 2025, Boerne Police Department reported 27 violent crimes and 240 property crimes. That works out to 112 violent crimes per 100,000 people, 71% lower than the Texas rate of 387, and 998 property crimes per 100,000, 52% lower than the state rate.

Violent crime is up about 13% 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 Boerne by yearTexas11220212022202320242025

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

Violent crime
112
per 100k, Texas 387
Property crime
998
per 100k, Texas 2,086
Property crimes per 100,000 people in Boerne by yearTexas99820212022202320242025

Property crimes per 100,000 people by year.

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

Schools in Boerne

Boerne has 8 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 Boerne ISD.

Top-rated campuses include Boerne - Samuel V Champion High School, Boerne High School and Boerne Middle South. The average rating score across all campuses is 91 out of 100, against a Texas median of 81.

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
89
of 100 vs Texas cities
Average rating
91
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

  • ABoerne - Samuel V Champion High SchoolHigh, Boerne ISD95 of 100
  • ABoerne High SchoolHigh, Boerne ISD93 of 100
  • ABoerne Middle SouthMiddle, Boerne ISD92 of 100
  • ACibolo Creek ElementaryElementary, Boerne ISD92 of 100
  • AFabra ElementaryElementary, Boerne ISD91 of 100

Daily life in Boerne

Everyday places mapped inside Boerne, from Overture Maps. Well-known spots include Boerne City Park, Northrup Park, Boerne City Lake Park.

The average one-way commute is 25 minutes, 5% shorter than the Texas average. 16% 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 25 miles away in a straight line. Many people who live in Boerne work elsewhere in the metro, so test the drive at rush hour before you commit.

The median household income is $84,541, income per person is $46,343, unemployment is 3.5% and 48% of adults hold a bachelor's degree.

Grocery stores
4
Pharmacies
7
Restaurants
128
Cafes
13
Bars
19
Parks
19
Gyms
16
Hospitals and urgent care
7
Childcare
8
Libraries
4

Jobs, income and education

MeasureHereTexasUS
Median household income8% higher than Texas$84,541$78,476$80,734
Income per person14% higher than Texas$46,343$40,752$44,673
Unemployment rate2 points lower than Texas3.5%5.3%5.2%
People below the poverty line7 points lower than Texas6.8%14%12%
Adults with a bachelor's degree or higher14 points higher than Texas48%34%36%
Adults with a high school diploma or higher7 points higher than Texas93%86%90%
Adults 18 to 64 without health insurance6 points lower than Texas13%20%11%
Homes with broadband internet2 points higher than Texas93%91%91%

Getting to work

MeasureHereTexasUS
Average commute5% lower than Texas25 min27 min26 min
Workers who work from home2 points higher than Texas16%14%15%
Workers who work from home16%
Workers who take transit0%
Workers who walk0.8%
Workers who bike0%

Who lives in Boerne

Under 1826%
18 to 3419%
35 to 6438%
65 and over17%

Median age 38.7 years. 40% of households have children.

Race and ethnicity
White61%
Hispanic or Latino29%
Black1.4%
Asian3.2%
Other or more than one race5.1%

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

Weather in Boerne

Boerne has a hot Texas climate. July highs average 93°F and January lows about 37°F. There are about 95 days a year at 90°F or above, and about 38 inches of rain a year.

Average monthly high and low temperatures in Boerne30°50°70°90°62J66F72M79A84M90J92J94A88S80O70N63DRain

Average daily high and low by month, °F, with rain below. NOAA 1991 to 2020 normals from Boerne, 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 very 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
  • TornadoesVery high
  • HailVery high
  • Heat wavesHigh
  • WildfiresVery high
  • Winter stormsVery high
  • Strong windVery high

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 Boerne

Nearby, Fair Oaks Ranch gets an A, Scenic Oaks gets an A- and Cross Mountain gets an A+. Each is graded against Texas places of its own size, so a small town and a big city can both earn an A.

  1. AFair Oaks RanchSmall city, 10,728 people6 mi
  2. A-Scenic OaksSmall city, 10,569 people7 mi
  3. A+Cross MountainTown, 3,752 people10 mi
  4. AHelotesTown, 9,630 people16 mi
  5. A-Timberwood ParkSmall city, 35,413 people16 mi
  6. AComfortTown, 1,565 people16 mi

Boerne 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. 14A-Timberwood Park35,413 people17 mito downtown
  5. 15A-Terrell Hills5,070 people5 mito downtown
  6. 16A-Scenic Oaks10,569 people19 mito downtown
  7. 17A-Boerne20,518 people25 mito downtown
  8. 18B+Selma11,503 people15 mito downtown
  9. 19B+Castle Hills3,943 people4 mito downtown
  10. 20B+New Braunfels104,643 people30 mito downtown

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Living in Boerne: common questions

Is Boerne, TX a good place to live?

Boerne earns a grade of A- on our index, 39th of 192 Texas cities of 10,000 to 50,000 people. It does best on errands and things to do and schools, and trails on getting around and cost of living. It is a strong pick for families, young professionals and retirees.

How much does it cost to live in Boerne?

Renters in Boerne pay a median of $1,589 a month, 13% higher than the Texas median. The median home is worth $457,900, 61% higher than the Texas median. A median home costs 5.4x 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 $3,026, including property tax.

Is Boerne safe?

In 2025, Boerne Police Department reported 112 violent crimes per 100,000 people, 71% lower than the Texas rate. Property crime was 998 per 100,000, 52% lower than the Texas rate.

Are the schools good in Boerne?

We found 8 rated public school campuses inside Boerne. 100% are rated A or B by the Texas Education Agency. Its schools score is 89 of 100 compared with other Texas cities of 10,000 to 50,000 people.

Does Boerne flood?

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

What is the weather like in Boerne?

Summers in Boerne peak at about 93°F in July, and January nights fall to about 37°F. Expect around 95 days a year at 90°F or hotter, and 38 inches of rain.

How long is the commute in Boerne?

The average one-way commute is 25 min, 5% lower than the Texas average. About 16% of workers work from home. It is about 25 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.