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

Living in Cibolo, TX

B+

55th of 192Texas cities of 10,000 to 50,000 people
Overall score 72 of 100
22nd of 54 in the San Antonio area

Cibolo earns a grade of B+ on our index, 55th of 192 Texas cities of 10,000 to 50,000 people. It does best on safety and home ownership, and trails on getting around and errands and things to do.

  • Fast-growing
  • Getting around scores low (5 of 100)
  • Hail risk is very high
Map of Texas showing where Cibolo isHoustonDallasAustinFort WorthCibolo
Where Cibolo is in Texas.
Population
39,019+20.9% since 2020
Median rent
$2,11251% higher than Texas
Median home value
$351,90024% higher than Texas
Household income
$122,365Median
Average commute
29 minOne way
Violent crime
151Per 100k, 2025

What it's like to live in Cibolo

Cibolo sits about 20 miles from downtown San Antonio, in the San Antonio-New Braunfels metro. 39,019 people lived here in 2025, up 20.9% 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 2008).

Places locals use include Schlather Park, Niemietz Park and Willow Pointe Park.

The median age is 36.0, 44% of households have children, 82% of homes are owned by the people living in them and the typical household earns $122,365 a year (56% higher than the Texas median).

Pros of living in Cibolo

  • Low violent crime. 151 violent crimes per 100,000 people in 2025, 61% lower than the Texas rate.
  • High incomes. The median household earns $122,365, 56% higher than the Texas median.
  • Growing fast. The population grew 21% from 2020 to 2025, which usually means new homes, shops and jobs.

Cons of living in Cibolo

  • Higher rent. Median rent is $2,112, 51% higher than the Texas median.
  • Natural hazard risk. FEMA rates the risk of hail as very high here.
  • Long, hot summers. Expect about 117 days a year at 90°F or hotter.

Who Cibolo suits

  • FamiliesA reasonable fit: 50% of rated schools earn an A or B and violent crime is 61% lower than the Texas rate. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 70% for families.
  • Young professionalsNot the best fit: household income is 56% higher than the Texas median, with 66 restaurants and 10 cafes in town. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 37% for young professionals.
  • RetireesA strong fit: 13% of working-age adults are uninsured and violent crime is 61% lower than the Texas rate. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 77% for retirees.
  • Remote workersA reasonable fit: 95% of homes have broadband and the median rent of $2,112 is 51% higher than the Texas median. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 70% for remote workers.
  • People on a budgetA reasonable fit: the median rent of $2,112 is 51% higher than the Texas median. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 58% for people on a budget.

Cibolo report card

Ten grades, one for each part of daily life we measure. Most compare Cibolo 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 B-

    Median rent $2,112, homes cost 2.9x income.

    62 of 100 vs US cities

  • Jobs and income: grade B

    Median household income $122,365, 6.8% unemployed.

    66 of 100 vs US cities

  • Schools: grade C+

    8 rated campuses, 50% rated A or B.

    49 of 100 vs TX cities

  • Safety: grade B+

    151 violent crimes per 100k, 546 property crimes per 100k.

    74 of 100 vs TX cities

  • Errands and things to do: grade D+

    1 grocery store, 66 restaurants, 38 parks mapped in town.

    25 of 100 vs TX cities

  • Getting around: grade F

    Average commute 29 min, 16% work from home.

    5 of 100 vs US cities

  • Education levels: grade B

    44% have a bachelor’s degree.

    64 of 100 vs US cities

  • Health: grade C

    13% of adults uninsured.

    46 of 100 vs US cities

  • Home ownership: grade B+

    82% of homes owner-occupied.

    73 of 100 vs US cities

  • Internet access: grade B+

    95% of homes have broadband.

    72 of 100 vs US cities

Where Cibolo stands out compared with Texas

Better than Texas

  • Median household income: $122,36556% higher than Texas ($78,476)
  • Homes owned by the people living in them: 82%20 points higher than Texas (63%)
  • Adults with a bachelor's degree or higher: 44%11 points higher than Texas (34%)

Worse than Texas

  • Median rent: $2,11251% higher than Texas ($1,403)
  • Average commute: 29 min9% higher than Texas (27 min)
  • Workers who walk, bike or take transit: 0.4%2 points lower than Texas (2.6%)

Cost of living in Cibolo

Rent is the cost most newcomers feel first. The median rent in Cibolo is $2,112 a month, 51% higher than the Texas median of $1,403. To keep that rent at 30% of income, a household needs to earn about $84,000 a year. Right now 43% 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 $351,900, 24% higher than the Texas median. With 20% down and a 30-year loan at 7.28%, the monthly payment comes to about $1,926 before tax, or $2,411 with property tax. That is $299 a month more than the median rent, a gap that can be worth it if you plan to stay a while.

Texas has no state income tax, but property taxes are among the highest in the country. The median homeowner in Cibolo pays $5,820 a year, 38% 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 Cibolo

Typical rent by apartment size

Fair market rent by bedroom count in CiboloStudio$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 rent51% higher than Texas$2,112$1,403$1,413
Median home value24% higher than Texas$351,900$283,800$332,700
Home value to income20% lower than Texas2.9x3.6x4.1x
Renters paying 30%+ of income on rent9 points lower than Texas43%52%51%
Median property tax per year38% higher than Texas$5,820$4,232$3,119
Homes owned by the people living in them20 points higher than Texas82%63%65%
Median year homes were builtAbout the same as Texas200819921980

Monthly cost to buy a median home

$2,411
Mortgage payment
$1,926
Property tax
$485
Median rent, for comparison
$2,112

Based on a $351,900 home in Cibolo, 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 Cibolo safe?

In 2025, Cibolo Police Department reported 59 violent crimes and 214 property crimes. That works out to 151 violent crimes per 100,000 people, 61% lower than the Texas rate of 387, and 546 property crimes per 100,000, 74% lower than the state rate.

Violent crime is up about 83% 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 Cibolo by yearTexas15120212022202320242025

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

Violent crime
151
per 100k, Texas 387
Property crime
546
per 100k, Texas 2,086
Property crimes per 100,000 people in Cibolo by yearTexas54620212022202320242025

Property crimes per 100,000 people by year.

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

Schools in Cibolo

Cibolo has 8 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 Schertz-Cibolo-U City 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
49
of 100 vs Texas cities
Average rating
80
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

  • BByron P Steele II High SchoolHigh, Schertz-Cibolo-U City ISD86 of 100
  • BBarbara Jordan IntermediateMiddle, Schertz-Cibolo-U City ISD85 of 100
  • BElaine S Schlather IntermediateMiddle, Schertz-Cibolo-U City ISD85 of 100
  • BDobie Junior HighMiddle, Schertz-Cibolo-U City ISD82 of 100
  • CWatts ElementaryElementary, Schertz-Cibolo-U City ISD77 of 100

Best neighborhoods in Cibolo

We grade 4 areas inside Cibolo. The top three are Northwest Cibolo (B+), North Cibolo (B) and Central Cibolo (C-). If price matters most, Central Cibolo has the lowest median rent among areas graded C or better, at $1,440 a month. North Cibolo is the priciest, at $2,240. Use the map to color the city by any grade, or the sliders to rank areas by what you care about.

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    All 4 Cibolo neighborhoods, A to Z

    Daily life in Cibolo

    Everyday places mapped inside Cibolo, from Overture Maps. Well-known spots include Schlather Park, Niemietz Park, Willow Pointe Park.

    The average one-way commute is 29 minutes, 9% 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 20 miles away in a straight line. Many people who live in Cibolo work elsewhere in the metro, so test the drive at rush hour before you commit.

    The median household income is $122,365, income per person is $42,185, unemployment is 6.8% and 44% of adults hold a bachelor's degree.

    Grocery stores
    1
    Pharmacies
    3
    Restaurants
    66
    Cafes
    10
    Bars
    10
    Parks
    38
    Gyms
    11
    Hospitals and urgent care
    2
    Childcare
    7
    Libraries
    0

    Jobs, income and education

    MeasureHereTexasUS
    Median household income56% higher than Texas$122,365$78,476$80,734
    Income per person4% higher than Texas$42,185$40,752$44,673
    Unemployment rate2 points higher than Texas6.8%5.3%5.2%
    People below the poverty line10 points lower than Texas4.1%14%12%
    Adults with a bachelor's degree or higher11 points higher than Texas44%34%36%
    Adults with a high school diploma or higher7 points higher than Texas93%86%90%
    Adults 18 to 64 without health insurance7 points lower than Texas13%20%11%
    Homes with broadband internet4 points higher than Texas95%91%91%

    Getting to work

    MeasureHereTexasUS
    Average commute9% higher than Texas29 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 walk0.4%
    Workers who bike0%

    Who lives in Cibolo

    Under 1828%
    18 to 3420%
    35 to 6441%
    65 and over11%

    Median age 36.0 years. 44% of households have children.

    Race and ethnicity
    White44%
    Hispanic or Latino30%
    Black13%
    Asian2.5%
    Other or more than one race9.6%

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

    Weather in Cibolo

    Cibolo has a hot Texas climate. July highs average 93°F and January lows about 37°F. There are about 117 days a year at 90°F or above, and about 34 inches of rain a year.

    Average monthly high and low temperatures in Cibolo30°50°70°90°62J66F72M79A85M90J93J95A89S81O71N63DRain

    Average daily high and low by month, °F, with rain below. NOAA 1991 to 2020 normals from New Braunfels, 7 mi away. Orange months average 90°F or more.

    Natural hazard risk

    FEMA's National Risk Index says river flooding risk is 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 floodingHigh
    • HurricanesModerate
    • TornadoesHigh
    • HailVery high
    • Heat wavesHigh
    • WildfiresHigh
    • Winter stormsHigh
    • Strong windModerate

    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 Cibolo

    Nearby, Schertz gets a B, Universal City gets a B and Selma 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. BSchertzSmall city, 44,050 people3 mi
    2. BUniversal CitySmall city, 20,189 people5 mi
    3. B+SelmaSmall city, 11,503 people6 mi
    4. D+ConverseSmall city, 29,607 people7 mi
    5. A-Live OakSmall city, 15,984 people7 mi
    6. A-Garden RidgeTown, 4,332 people8 mi

    Cibolo 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. 19B+Castle Hills3,943 people4 mito downtown
    5. 20B+New Braunfels104,643 people30 mito downtown
    6. 21B+Castroville3,092 people23 mito downtown
    7. 22B+Cibolo35,109 people20 mito downtown
    8. 23BSchertz44,050 people18 mito downtown
    9. 24BChina Grove1,215 people12 mito downtown
    10. 25BUniversal City20,189 people14 mito downtown

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    Living in Cibolo: common questions

    Is Cibolo, TX a good place to live?

    Cibolo earns a grade of B+ on our index, 55th of 192 Texas cities of 10,000 to 50,000 people. It does best on safety and home ownership, and trails on getting around and errands and things to do.

    How much does it cost to live in Cibolo?

    Median rent in Cibolo is $2,112 a month, 51% higher than the Texas median. The median home is worth $351,900, 24% higher than the Texas median. A median home costs 2.9x 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 $2,411, including property tax.

    Is Cibolo safe?

    In 2025, Cibolo Police Department reported 151 violent crimes per 100,000 people, 61% lower than the Texas rate. Property crime was 546 per 100,000, 74% lower than the Texas rate.

    Are the schools good in Cibolo?

    We found 8 rated public school campuses inside Cibolo. 50% are rated A or B by the Texas Education Agency. Its schools score is 49 of 100 compared with other Texas cities of 10,000 to 50,000 people.

    What are the best neighborhoods in Cibolo?

    Based on our scores, the top-rated areas in Cibolo are Northwest Cibolo, North Cibolo and Central Cibolo. We score 4 areas in the city.

    Does Cibolo flood?

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

    What is the weather like in Cibolo?

    Summers in Cibolo peak at about 93°F in July, and January nights fall to about 37°F. Expect around 117 days a year at 90°F or hotter, and 34 inches of rain.

    How long is the commute in Cibolo?

    The average one-way commute is 29 min, 9% higher than the Texas average. About 16% of workers work from home. It is about 20 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.