Town in Medina County, part of the San Antonio metro

Living in Castroville, TX

B+

197th of 745Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people
Overall score 73 of 100
21st of 54 in the San Antonio area

Castroville earns a grade of B+ on our index, 197th of 745 Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people. It does best on schools and jobs and income, and trails on cost of living and getting around.

  • Fast-growing
Map of Texas showing where Castroville isHoustonDallasAustinFort WorthCastroville
Where Castroville is in Texas.
Population
3,444+16.3% since 2020
Median rent
$1,25311% lower than Texas
Median home value
$300,0006% higher than Texas
Household income
$78,460Median
Average commute
30 minOne way
Violent crime
153Per 100k, 2025

What it's like to live in Castroville

Castroville sits about 23 miles from downtown San Antonio, in the San Antonio-New Braunfels metro. 3,444 people lived here in 2025, up 16.3% from 2020, so it is one of the faster-growing places in Texas. It is spread out.

Places locals use include Castroville Regional Park, Koenig Park (Private Park) and MVYBA Baseball Complex.

The median age is 48.8, 23% of households have children, 73% of homes are owned by the people living in them and the typical household earns $78,460 a year (about the same as the Texas median).

Pros of living in Castroville

  • Low violent crime. 153 violent crimes per 100,000 people in 2025, 60% lower than the Texas rate.
  • Growing fast. The population grew 16% from 2020 to 2025, which usually means new homes, shops and jobs.

Cons of living in Castroville

  • Long, hot summers. Expect about 120 days a year at 90°F or hotter.

Who Castroville suits

  • FamiliesA reasonable fit: violent crime is 60% lower than the Texas rate. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 63% for families.
  • Young professionalsA reasonable fit: household income is about the same as the Texas median, with 37 restaurants and 3 cafes in town. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 66% for young professionals.
  • RetireesNot the best fit: 16% of working-age adults are uninsured and violent crime is 60% lower than the Texas rate. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 29% for retirees.
  • Remote workersA reasonable fit: 93% of homes have broadband and the median rent of $1,253 is 11% lower than the Texas median. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 58% for remote workers.
  • People on a budgetNot the best fit: the median rent of $1,253 is 11% lower than the Texas median. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 29% for people on a budget.

Castroville report card

Ten grades, one for each part of daily life we measure. Most compare Castroville 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 $1,253, homes cost 3.8x income.

    28 of 100 vs US towns

  • Jobs and income: grade B+

    Median household income $78,460, 2.2% unemployed.

    80 of 100 vs US towns

  • Schools: grade A-

    1 rated campuses, 100% rated A or B.

    81 of 100 vs TX towns

  • Safety: grade C-

    153 violent crimes per 100k, 1,871 property crimes per 100k.

    36 of 100 vs TX towns

  • Errands and things to do: no grade

    2 grocery stores, 37 restaurants, 5 parks mapped in town.

    No score vs TX towns

  • Getting around: grade D+

    Average commute 30 min, 16% work from home.

    31 of 100 vs US towns

  • Education levels: grade C+

    28% have a bachelor’s degree.

    52 of 100 vs US towns

  • Health: grade C

    16% of adults uninsured.

    43 of 100 vs US towns

  • Home ownership: grade B-

    73% of homes owner-occupied.

    59 of 100 vs US towns

  • Internet access: grade B

    93% of homes have broadband.

    67 of 100 vs US towns

Where Castroville stands out compared with Texas

Better than Texas

  • Homes owned by the people living in them: 73%10 points higher than Texas (63%)
  • People below the poverty line: 5.3%9 points lower than Texas (14%)
  • Median rent: $1,25311% lower than Texas ($1,403)

Worse than Texas

  • Adults with a bachelor's degree or higher: 28%6 points lower than Texas (34%)
  • Average commute: 30 min13% higher than Texas (27 min)
  • Home value to income: 3.8x6% higher than Texas (3.6x)

Cost of living in Castroville

Rent is the cost most newcomers feel first. The median rent in Castroville is $1,253 a month, 11% lower than the Texas median of $1,403. To keep that rent at 30% of income, a household needs to earn about $50,000 a year. Right now 48% of renters here pay more than 30% of their income on rent.

HUD sets fair market rents for this area at $941 for a one-bedroom, $1,231 for a two-bedroom and $1,600 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 $300,000, 6% higher than the Texas median. With 20% down and a 30-year loan at 7.28%, the monthly payment comes to about $1,642 before tax, or $1,995 with property tax. That is $742 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 Castroville pays $4,232 a year, about the same as 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 CastrovilleStudio$9351 bedroom$9412 bedrooms$1,2313 bedrooms$1,6004 bedrooms$1,741
HUD fair market rent for FY2027, Medina County, TX HUD Metro FMR Area. This is what a typical, modest unit rents for, including utilities.
MeasureHereTexasUS
Median rent11% lower than Texas$1,253$1,403$1,413
Median home value6% higher than Texas$300,000$283,800$332,700
Home value to income6% higher than Texas3.8x3.6x4.1x
Renters paying 30%+ of income on rent4 points lower than Texas48%52%51%
Median property tax per yearAbout the same as Texas$4,232$4,232$3,119
Homes owned by the people living in them10 points higher than Texas73%63%65%
Median year homes were builtAbout the same as Texas198419921980

Monthly cost to buy a median home

$1,995
Mortgage payment
$1,642
Property tax
$353
Median rent, for comparison
$1,253

Based on a $300,000 home in Castroville, 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 Castroville safe?

In 2025, Castroville Police Department reported 5 violent crimes and 61 property crimes. That works out to 153 violent crimes per 100,000 people, 60% lower than the Texas rate of 387, and 1,871 property crimes per 100,000, 10% lower than the state rate.

Violent crime is up about 66% 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 Castroville by yearTexas15320212022202320242025

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

Violent crime
153
per 100k, Texas 387
Property crime
1,871
per 100k, Texas 2,086
Property crimes per 100,000 people in Castroville by yearTexas1,87120212022202320242025

Property crimes per 100,000 people by year.

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

Schools in Castroville

Castroville has 1 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 Medina Valley 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
81
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

  • BCastroville ElementaryElementary, Medina Valley ISD87 of 100

Daily life in Castroville

Everyday places mapped inside Castroville, from Overture Maps. Well-known spots include Castroville Regional Park, Koenig Park (Private Park), MVYBA Baseball Complex.

The average one-way commute is 30 minutes, 13% longer 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 23 miles away in a straight line. Many people who live in Castroville work elsewhere in the metro, so test the drive at rush hour before you commit.

The median household income is $78,460, income per person is $40,504, unemployment is 2.2% and 28% of adults hold a bachelor's degree.

Grocery stores
2
Pharmacies
1
Restaurants
37
Cafes
3
Bars
3
Parks
5
Gyms
1
Hospitals and urgent care
1
Childcare
2
Libraries
1

Jobs, income and education

MeasureHereTexasUS
Median household incomeAbout the same as Texas$78,460$78,476$80,734
Income per personAbout the same as Texas$40,504$40,752$44,673
Unemployment rate3 points lower than Texas2.2%5.3%5.2%
People below the poverty line9 points lower than Texas5.3%14%12%
Adults with a bachelor's degree or higher6 points lower than Texas28%34%36%
Adults with a high school diploma or higher5 points higher than Texas91%86%90%
Adults 18 to 64 without health insurance3 points lower than Texas16%20%11%
Homes with broadband internet2 points higher than Texas93%91%91%

Getting to work

MeasureHereTexasUS
Average commute13% higher than Texas30 min27 min26 min
Workers who work from home2 points higher than Texas16%14%15%
Workers who work from home16%
Workers who take transit0.1%
Workers who walk2.4%
Workers who bike0%

Who lives in Castroville

Under 1815%
18 to 3420%
35 to 6442%
65 and over23%

Median age 48.8 years. 23% of households have children.

Race and ethnicity
White51%
Hispanic or Latino45%
Black0.7%
Asian0%
Other or more than one race4.2%

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

Weather in Castroville

Castroville has a hot Texas climate. July highs average 96°F and January lows about 42°F. There are about 120 days a year at 90°F or above, and about 30 inches of rain a year.

Average monthly high and low temperatures in Castroville40°60°80°100°66J70F76M83A87M94J96J96A91S84O74N67DRain

Average daily high and low by month, °F, with rain below. NOAA 1991 to 2020 normals from Lytle 3w, 9 mi away. Orange months average 90°F or more.

Natural hazard risk

    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 Castroville

    Nearby, LaCoste gets a B-, Lytle gets a C+ and Von Ormy gets a D-. Each is graded against Texas places of its own size, so a small town and a big city can both earn an A.

    1. B-LaCosteTown, 1,365 people5 mi
    2. C+LytleTown, 2,492 people10 mi
    3. D-Von OrmyTown, 1,142 people15 mi
    4. D-DevineTown, 4,476 people15 mi
    5. B-SomersetTown, 2,005 people16 mi
    6. D-HondoTown, 8,713 people17 mi

    Castroville 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. 18B+Selma11,503 people15 mito downtown
    5. 19B+Castle Hills3,943 people4 mito downtown
    6. 20B+New Braunfels104,643 people30 mito downtown
    7. 21B+Castroville3,092 people23 mito downtown
    8. 22B+Cibolo35,109 people20 mito downtown
    9. 23BSchertz44,050 people18 mito downtown
    10. 24BChina Grove1,215 people12 mito downtown

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    Living in Castroville: common questions

    Is Castroville, TX a good place to live?

    Castroville earns a grade of B+ on our index, 197th of 745 Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people. It does best on schools and jobs and income, and trails on cost of living and getting around.

    How much does it cost to live in Castroville?

    Median rent in Castroville is $1,253 a month, 11% lower than the Texas median. The median home is worth $300,000, 6% higher than the Texas median. A median home costs 3.8x 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 $1,995, including property tax.

    Is Castroville safe?

    In 2025, Castroville Police Department reported 153 violent crimes per 100,000 people, 60% lower than the Texas rate. Property crime was 1,871 per 100,000, 10% lower than the Texas rate.

    Are the schools good in Castroville?

    We found 1 rated public school campuses inside Castroville. 100% are rated A or B by the Texas Education Agency. Its schools score is 81 of 100 compared with other Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people.

    What is the weather like in Castroville?

    Summers in Castroville peak at about 96°F in July, and January nights fall to about 42°F. Expect around 120 days a year at 90°F or hotter, and 30 inches of rain.

    How long is the commute in Castroville?

    The average one-way commute is 30 min, 13% higher than the Texas average. About 16% of workers work from home. It is about 23 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.