Town in Bexar County, part of the San Antonio metro

Living in Castle Hills, TX

B+

191st of 745Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people
Overall score 74 of 100
19th of 54 in the San Antonio area

Castle Hills earns a grade of B+ on our index, 191st of 745 Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people. It does best on errands and things to do and internet access, and trails on safety and cost of living. It is a strong pick for young professionals and remote workers.

  • Good for young professionals
  • Good for remote workers
  • Errands close by
  • Pricey
  • Short commutes
  • Cost of living scores low (10 of 100)
  • Safety scores low (2 of 100)
Map of Texas showing where Castle Hills isHoustonDallasAustinFort WorthCastle Hills
Where Castle Hills is in Texas.
Population
3,948-0.8% since 2020
Median rent
$1,65018% higher than Texas
Median home value
$419,40048% higher than Texas
Household income
$95,391Median
Average commute
19 minOne way
Violent crime
740Per 100k, 2025

What it's like to live in Castle Hills

Castle Hills sits about 4 miles from downtown San Antonio, in the San Antonio-New Braunfels metro. 3,948 people lived here in 2025, down 0.8% from 2020. It is spread out, with an older housing stock (the median home dates to 1965).

The median age is 41.4, 31% of households have children, 79% of homes are owned by the people living in them and the typical household earns $95,391 a year (22% higher than the Texas median).

Pros of living in Castle Hills

  • Short commutes. The average trip to work takes 19 minutes, against 27 across Texas.
  • Plenty close to home. 2 grocery stores, 64 restaurants and 2 parks are mapped in town.

Cons of living in Castle Hills

  • Higher violent crime. 740 violent crimes per 100,000 people in 2025, 91% higher than the Texas rate.
  • Higher rent. Median rent is $1,650, 18% higher than the Texas median.
  • Natural hazard risk. FEMA rates the risk of hail as very high here.
  • Long, hot summers. Expect about 122 days a year at 90°F or hotter.

Who Castle Hills suits

  • FamiliesNot the best fit: violent crime is 91% higher than the Texas rate. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 33% for families.
  • Young professionalsA reasonable fit: household income is 22% higher than the Texas median, with 64 restaurants and 9 cafes in town. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 98% for young professionals.
  • RetireesNot the best fit: 14% of working-age adults are uninsured and violent crime is 91% higher than the Texas rate. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 37% for retirees.
  • Remote workersA reasonable fit: 96% of homes have broadband and the median rent of $1,650 is 18% higher than the Texas median. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 85% for remote workers.
  • People on a budgetNot the best fit: the median rent of $1,650 is 18% higher than the Texas median. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 8% for people on a budget.

Castle Hills report card

Ten grades, one for each part of daily life we measure. Most compare Castle Hills 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 $1,650, homes cost 4.4x income.

    10 of 100 vs US towns

  • Jobs and income: grade A-

    Median household income $95,391, 2.4% unemployed.

    81 of 100 vs US towns

  • Schools: grade C+

    2 rated campuses, 50% rated A or B.

    51 of 100 vs TX towns

  • Safety: grade F

    740 violent crimes per 100k, 4,413 property crimes per 100k.

    2 of 100 vs TX towns

  • Errands and things to do: grade A+

    2 grocery stores, 64 restaurants, 2 parks mapped in town.

    99 of 100 vs TX towns

  • Getting around: grade B+

    Average commute 19 min, 14% work from home.

    76 of 100 vs US towns

  • Education levels: grade B

    49% have a bachelor’s degree.

    70 of 100 vs US towns

  • Health: grade B-

    14% of adults uninsured.

    58 of 100 vs US towns

  • Home ownership: grade C

    79% of homes owner-occupied.

    45 of 100 vs US towns

  • Internet access: grade A-

    96% of homes have broadband.

    83 of 100 vs US towns

Where Castle Hills stands out compared with Texas

Better than Texas

  • Homes owned by the people living in them: 79%16 points higher than Texas (63%)
  • Adults with a bachelor's degree or higher: 49%15 points higher than Texas (34%)
  • Average commute: 19 min29% lower than Texas (27 min)

Worse than Texas

  • Renters paying 30%+ of income on rent: 62%11 points higher than Texas (52%)
  • Home value to income: 4.4x22% higher than Texas (3.6x)
  • Median rent: $1,65018% higher than Texas ($1,403)

Cost of living in Castle Hills

Castle Hills renters pay a median of $1,650 a month, 18% higher than the statewide median. The usual rule is to spend no more than 30% of income on rent, which means earning around $66,000 a year for a median unit. Right now 62% 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 $419,400, 48% higher than the Texas median. With 20% down and a 30-year loan at 7.28%, the monthly payment comes to about $2,296 before tax, or $3,016 with property tax. That is $1,366 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 Castle Hills pays $8,643 a year, 104% 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 Castle HillsStudio$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 rent18% higher than Texas$1,650$1,403$1,413
Median home value48% higher than Texas$419,400$283,800$332,700
Home value to income22% higher than Texas4.4x3.6x4.1x
Renters paying 30%+ of income on rent11 points higher than Texas62%52%51%
Median property tax per year104% higher than Texas$8,643$4,232$3,119
Homes owned by the people living in them16 points higher than Texas79%63%65%
Median year homes were builtAbout the same as Texas196519921980

Monthly cost to buy a median home

$3,016
Mortgage payment
$2,296
Property tax
$720
Median rent, for comparison
$1,650

Based on a $419,400 home in Castle Hills, 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 Castle Hills safe?

In 2025, Castle Hills Police Department reported 29 violent crimes and 173 property crimes. That works out to 740 violent crimes per 100,000 people, 91% higher than the Texas rate of 387, and 4,413 property crimes per 100,000, 112% higher than the state rate.

Violent crime is up about 95% 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 Castle Hills by yearTexas74020212022202320242025

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

Violent crime
740
per 100k, Texas 387
Property crime
4,413
per 100k, Texas 2,086
Property crimes per 100,000 people in Castle Hills by yearTexas4,41320212022202320242025

Property crimes per 100,000 people by year.

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

Schools in Castle Hills

Castle Hills has 2 public school campuses with a 2025 state rating inside the city, and 50% of them earn an A or B. Most students here are served by North East ISD.

Top-rated campuses include Castle Hills Elementary. The average rating score across all campuses is 81 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
51
of 100 vs Texas towns
Average rating
81
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

  • ACastle Hills ElementaryElementary, North East ISD92 of 100
  • DJackson-Keller ElementaryElementary, North East ISD69 of 100

Daily life in Castle Hills

Everyday places mapped inside Castle Hills, from Overture Maps. Well-known spots include Aggie Park.

The average one-way commute is 19 minutes, 29% shorter than the Texas average. 14% 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 Castle Hills work elsewhere in the metro, so test the drive at rush hour before you commit.

The median household income is $95,391, income per person is $54,146, unemployment is 2.4% and 49% of adults hold a bachelor's degree.

Grocery stores
2
Pharmacies
4
Restaurants
64
Cafes
9
Bars
1
Parks
2
Gyms
14
Hospitals and urgent care
0
Childcare
1
Libraries
0

Jobs, income and education

MeasureHereTexasUS
Median household income22% higher than Texas$95,391$78,476$80,734
Income per person33% higher than Texas$54,146$40,752$44,673
Unemployment rate3 points lower than Texas2.4%5.3%5.2%
People below the poverty line7 points lower than Texas6.9%14%12%
Adults with a bachelor's degree or higher15 points higher than Texas49%34%36%
Adults with a high school diploma or higher6 points higher than Texas92%86%90%
Adults 18 to 64 without health insurance6 points lower than Texas14%20%11%
Homes with broadband internet5 points higher than Texas96%91%91%

Getting to work

MeasureHereTexasUS
Average commute29% lower than Texas19 min27 min26 min
Workers who work from homeAbout the same as Texas14%14%15%
Workers who work from home14%
Workers who take transit0.8%
Workers who walk1.1%
Workers who bike0%

Who lives in Castle Hills

Under 1824%
18 to 3413%
35 to 6445%
65 and over19%

Median age 41.4 years. 31% of households have children.

Race and ethnicity
White37%
Hispanic or Latino55%
Black1.2%
Asian3.5%
Other or more than one race2.9%

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

Weather in Castle Hills

Castle Hills has a hot Texas climate. July highs average 95°F and January lows about 41°F. There are about 122 days a year at 90°F or above, and about 32 inches of rain a year.

Average monthly high and low temperatures in Castle Hills40°60°80°100°63J68F74M80A87M92J95J96A90S82O72N65DRain

Average daily high and low by month, °F, with rain below. NOAA 1991 to 2020 normals from San Antonio Intl Ap, 3 mi away. Orange months average 90°F or more.

Natural hazard risk

FEMA's National Risk Index says river flooding risk is moderate, hurricane risk is moderate, tornado risk is high and hail risk is very high. Even in lower-risk areas, check the FEMA flood map for the exact address before you buy.

  • River floodingModerate
  • HurricanesModerate
  • TornadoesHigh
  • HailVery high
  • Heat wavesModerate
  • WildfiresModerate
  • 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 Castle Hills

Nearby, Balcones Heights gets an F, Olmos Park gets an A and Alamo Heights 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. FBalcones HeightsTown, 2,715 people3 mi
  2. AOlmos ParkTown, 2,115 people4 mi
  3. A+Alamo HeightsTown, 7,492 people4 mi
  4. A+Shavano ParkTown, 3,670 people5 mi
  5. DSan AntonioCity, 1,479,835 people5 mi
  6. A-Terrell HillsTown, 5,070 people5 mi

Castle Hills 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. 16A-Scenic Oaks10,569 people19 mito downtown
  5. 17A-Boerne20,518 people25 mito downtown
  6. 18B+Selma11,503 people15 mito downtown
  7. 19B+Castle Hills3,943 people4 mito downtown
  8. 20B+New Braunfels104,643 people30 mito downtown
  9. 21B+Castroville3,092 people23 mito downtown
  10. 22B+Cibolo35,109 people20 mito downtown

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Living in Castle Hills: common questions

Is Castle Hills, TX a good place to live?

Castle Hills earns a grade of B+ on our index, 191st of 745 Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people. It does best on errands and things to do and internet access, and trails on safety and cost of living. It is a strong pick for young professionals and remote workers.

How much does it cost to live in Castle Hills?

Renters in Castle Hills pay a median of $1,650 a month, 18% higher than the Texas median. The median home is worth $419,400, 48% higher than the Texas median. A median home costs 4.4x 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 $3,016, including property tax.

Is Castle Hills safe?

In 2025, Castle Hills Police Department reported 740 violent crimes per 100,000 people, 91% higher than the Texas rate. Property crime was 4,413 per 100,000, 112% higher than the Texas rate.

Are the schools good in Castle Hills?

We found 2 rated public school campuses inside Castle Hills. 50% are rated A or B by the Texas Education Agency. Its schools score is 51 of 100 compared with other Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people.

Does Castle Hills flood?

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

What is the weather like in Castle Hills?

Summers in Castle Hills peak at about 95°F in July, and January nights fall to about 41°F. Expect around 122 days a year at 90°F or hotter, and 32 inches of rain.

How long is the commute in Castle Hills?

The average one-way commute is 19 min, 29% lower than the Texas average. About 14% 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.