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

Living in Leon Valley, TX

D-

164th of 192Texas cities of 10,000 to 50,000 people
Overall score 15 of 100
45th of 54 in the San Antonio area

Leon Valley gets an overall grade of D- and ranks 164th of 192 Texas cities of 10,000 to 50,000 people. It does best on errands and things to do and cost of living, and trails on internet access and home ownership.

  • Jobs and income scores low (19 of 100)
  • Safety scores low (16 of 100)
Map of Texas showing where Leon Valley isHoustonDallasAustinFort WorthLeon Valley
Where Leon Valley is in Texas.
Population
11,563+0.1% since 2020
Median rent
$1,18715% lower than Texas
Median home value
$253,20011% lower than Texas
Household income
$59,481Median
Average commute
27 minOne way
Violent crime
369Per 100k, 2025

What it's like to live in Leon Valley

Leon Valley sits about 6 miles from downtown San Antonio, in the San Antonio-New Braunfels metro. 11,563 people lived here in 2025, up 0.1% from 2020. It is suburban.

Places locals use include Raymond Rimkus Park, Steurenthaler-Silo Park and Huebner-Onion Natural Area Park.

The median age is 39.0, 36% of households have children, 54% of homes are owned by the people living in them and the typical household earns $59,481 a year (24% lower than the Texas median).

Pros of living in Leon Valley

  • Lower rent. Median rent is $1,187, 15% lower than the Texas median.
  • Plenty close to home. 9 grocery stores, 90 restaurants and 5 parks are mapped in town.

Cons of living in Leon Valley

  • Weaker school ratings. Only 20% of the 5 rated campuses earn an A or B from the state.
  • Natural hazard risk. FEMA rates the risk of river flooding, tornadoes and heat waves as very high here.
  • Long, hot summers. Expect about 123 days a year at 90°F or hotter.

Who Leon Valley suits

  • FamiliesNot the best fit: 20% of rated schools earn an A or B and violent crime is 5% lower than the Texas rate. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 21% for families.
  • Young professionalsA reasonable fit: household income is 24% lower than the Texas median, with 90 restaurants and 5 cafes in town. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 65% for young professionals.
  • RetireesNot the best fit: 21% of working-age adults are uninsured and violent crime is 5% lower than the Texas rate. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 31% for retirees.
  • Remote workersNot the best fit: 84% of homes have broadband and the median rent of $1,187 is 15% lower than the Texas median. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 18% for remote workers.
  • People on a budgetNot the best fit: the median rent of $1,187 is 15% lower than the Texas median. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 22% for people on a budget.

Leon Valley report card

Ten grades, one for each part of daily life we measure. Most compare Leon Valley 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 C

    Median rent $1,187, homes cost 4.3x income.

    41 of 100 vs US cities

  • Jobs and income: grade D

    Median household income $59,481, 7.1% unemployed.

    19 of 100 vs US cities

  • Schools: grade D+

    5 rated campuses, 20% rated A or B.

    27 of 100 vs TX cities

  • Safety: grade D

    369 violent crimes per 100k, 5,038 property crimes per 100k.

    16 of 100 vs TX cities

  • Errands and things to do: grade A+

    9 grocery stores, 90 restaurants, 5 parks mapped in town.

    97 of 100 vs TX cities

  • Getting around: grade C-

    Average commute 27 min, 8.6% work from home.

    32 of 100 vs US cities

  • Education levels: grade C-

    31% have a bachelor’s degree.

    33 of 100 vs US cities

  • Health: grade D

    21% of adults uninsured.

    23 of 100 vs US cities

  • Home ownership: grade D-

    54% of homes owner-occupied.

    13 of 100 vs US cities

  • Internet access: grade F

    84% of homes have broadband.

    5 of 100 vs US cities

Where Leon Valley stands out compared with Texas

Better than Texas

  • Median rent: $1,18715% lower than Texas ($1,403)

Worse than Texas

  • Median household income: $59,48124% lower than Texas ($78,476)
  • Homes owned by the people living in them: 54%8 points lower than Texas (63%)
  • Homes with broadband internet: 84%8 points lower than Texas (91%)

Cost of living in Leon Valley

Rent is the cost most newcomers feel first. The median rent in Leon Valley is $1,187 a month, 15% lower than the Texas median of $1,403. To keep that rent at 30% of income, a household needs to earn about $47,000 a year. Right now 56% 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 $253,200, 11% lower than the Texas median. With 20% down and a 30-year loan at 7.28%, the monthly payment comes to about $1,386 before tax, or $1,732 with property tax. That is $545 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 Leon Valley pays $4,157 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.

See the full cost of living breakdown for Leon Valley

Typical rent by apartment size

Fair market rent by bedroom count in Leon ValleyStudio$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 rent15% lower than Texas$1,187$1,403$1,413
Median home value11% lower than Texas$253,200$283,800$332,700
Home value to income18% higher than Texas4.3x3.6x4.1x
Renters paying 30%+ of income on rent4 points higher than Texas56%52%51%
Median property tax per yearAbout the same as Texas$4,157$4,232$3,119
Homes owned by the people living in them8 points lower than Texas54%63%65%
Median year homes were builtAbout the same as Texas197819921980

Monthly cost to buy a median home

$1,732
Mortgage payment
$1,386
Property tax
$346
Median rent, for comparison
$1,187

Based on a $253,200 home in Leon Valley, 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 Leon Valley safe?

In 2025, Leon Valley Police Department reported 42 violent crimes and 574 property crimes. That works out to 369 violent crimes per 100,000 people, 5% lower than the Texas rate of 387, and 5,038 property crimes per 100,000, 142% higher than the state rate.

Violent crime has been fairly steady since 2021.

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 Leon Valley by yearTexas36920212022202320242025

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

Violent crime
369
per 100k, Texas 387
Property crime
5,038
per 100k, Texas 2,086
Property crimes per 100,000 people in Leon Valley by yearTexas5,03820212022202320242025

Property crimes per 100,000 people by year.

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

Schools in Leon Valley

Leon Valley has 5 public school campuses with a 2025 state rating inside the city, and 20% of them earn an A or B. Most students here are served by School of Science and Technology Discovery and Northside 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
27
of 100 vs Texas cities
Average rating
76
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

  • BSst DiscoveryOther, School of Science and Technology Discovery83 of 100
  • CDriggers ElementaryElementary, Northside ISD77 of 100
  • CLeon Valley ElementaryElementary, Northside ISD77 of 100
  • CNisd PksaOther, Northside ISD75 of 100
  • DMarshall High SchoolHigh, Northside ISD69 of 100

Daily life in Leon Valley

Everyday places mapped inside Leon Valley, from Overture Maps. Well-known spots include Raymond Rimkus Park, Steurenthaler-Silo Park, Huebner-Onion Natural Area Park.

The average one-way commute is 27 minutes, about the same as the Texas average. 9% 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 6 miles away in a straight line. Many people who live in Leon Valley work elsewhere in the metro, so test the drive at rush hour before you commit.

The median household income is $59,481, income per person is $37,023, unemployment is 7.1% and 31% of adults hold a bachelor's degree.

Grocery stores
9
Pharmacies
2
Restaurants
90
Cafes
5
Bars
6
Parks
5
Gyms
18
Hospitals and urgent care
0
Childcare
10
Libraries
2

Jobs, income and education

MeasureHereTexasUS
Median household income24% lower than Texas$59,481$78,476$80,734
Income per person9% lower than Texas$37,023$40,752$44,673
Unemployment rate2 points higher than Texas7.1%5.3%5.2%
People below the poverty lineAbout the same as Texas13%14%12%
Adults with a bachelor's degree or higher2 points lower than Texas31%34%36%
Adults with a high school diploma or higher1 points higher than Texas87%86%90%
Adults 18 to 64 without health insurance2 points higher than Texas21%20%11%
Homes with broadband internet8 points lower than Texas84%91%91%

Getting to work

MeasureHereTexasUS
Average commute3% higher than Texas27 min27 min26 min
Workers who work from home6 points lower than Texas8.6%14%15%
Workers who work from home8.6%
Workers who take transit1.6%
Workers who walk0.7%
Workers who bike0%

Who lives in Leon Valley

Under 1822%
18 to 3421%
35 to 6439%
65 and over17%

Median age 39.0 years. 36% of households have children.

Race and ethnicity
White26%
Hispanic or Latino57%
Black3.6%
Asian10%
Other or more than one race2.7%

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

Weather in Leon Valley

Leon Valley has a hot Texas climate. July highs average 97°F and January lows about 43°F. There are about 123 days a year at 90°F or above, and about 32 inches of rain a year.

Average monthly high and low temperatures in Leon Valley40°60°80°100°65J70F76M83A89M95J97J98A93S84O74N66DRain

Average daily high and low by month, °F, with rain below. NOAA 1991 to 2020 normals from San Antonio/Seaworld, 6 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 wavesVery high
  • WildfiresLow
  • Winter stormsLow
  • Strong windLow

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 Leon Valley

Nearby, Balcones Heights gets an F, San Antonio gets a D 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. FBalcones HeightsTown, 2,715 people4 mi
  2. DSan AntonioCity, 1,479,835 people4 mi
  3. B+Castle HillsTown, 3,943 people6 mi
  4. AHelotesTown, 9,630 people7 mi
  5. A+Shavano ParkTown, 3,670 people7 mi
  6. AOlmos ParkTown, 2,115 people8 mi

Leon Valley 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. 42DKirby8,117 people8 mito downtown
  5. 43DSan Antonio1,479,835 people0 mito downtown
  6. 44DSeguin33,754 people35 mito downtown
  7. 45D-Leon Valley11,446 people6 mito downtown
  8. 46D-Devine4,476 people32 mito downtown
  9. 47D-Hondo8,713 people39 mito downtown
  10. 48D-Von Ormy1,142 people15 mito downtown

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Living in Leon Valley: common questions

Is Leon Valley, TX a good place to live?

Leon Valley gets an overall grade of D- and ranks 164th of 192 Texas cities of 10,000 to 50,000 people. It does best on errands and things to do and cost of living, and trails on internet access and home ownership.

How much does it cost to live in Leon Valley?

Median rent in Leon Valley is $1,187 a month, 15% lower than the Texas median. The median home is worth $253,200, 11% lower 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 $1,732, including property tax.

Is Leon Valley safe?

In 2025, Leon Valley Police Department reported 369 violent crimes per 100,000 people, 5% lower than the Texas rate. Property crime was 5,038 per 100,000, 142% higher than the Texas rate.

Are the schools good in Leon Valley?

We found 5 rated public school campuses inside Leon Valley. 20% are rated A or B by the Texas Education Agency. Its schools score is 27 of 100 compared with other Texas cities of 10,000 to 50,000 people.

Does Leon Valley flood?

FEMA rates river flooding risk in Leon Valley 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 Leon Valley?

Summers in Leon Valley peak at about 97°F in July, and January nights fall to about 43°F. Expect around 123 days a year at 90°F or hotter, and 32 inches of rain.

How long is the commute in Leon Valley?

The average one-way commute is 27 min, 3% higher than the Texas average. About 8.6% of workers work from home. It is about 6 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.