City in Tom Green County

Living in San Angelo, TX

C-

49th of 75Texas cities of 50,000+ people
Overall score 40 of 100

San Angelo gets an overall grade of C- and ranks 49th of 75 Texas cities of 50,000+ people. It does best on cost of living and getting around, and trails on schools and internet access. It is a strong pick for people on a budget.

  • Good for people on a budget
  • Affordable
  • Short commutes
  • Schools scores low (6 of 100)
  • Health scores low (16 of 100)
Park along the Concho River in San Angelo, Texas at sunset.
Photo: John Tufts, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Population
100,640+0.7% since 2020
Median rent
$1,15318% lower than Texas
Median home value
$187,60034% lower than Texas
Household income
$65,864Median
Average commute
19 minOne way
Violent crime
287Per 100k, 2025

About San Angelo

San Angelo grew up around Fort Concho, an Army post set up in 1867 where the North and South Concho rivers meet. Buffalo soldiers served at the fort, and much of it still stands. Today the city is the seat of Tom Green County and the main town of the Concho Valley in West Texas, about 225 miles west of Austin.

Goodfellow Air Force Base is the largest employer, and Angelo State University and Shannon Medical Center are close behind. US 87, US 67 and US 277 are the main routes in and out, linking the city to the rest of West Texas. Water shapes a lot of free time here. Lake Nasworthy, Twin Buttes Reservoir and O.C. Fisher Reservoir are all close by, and San Angelo State Park has more than 50 miles of trails. Downtown, the Concho River Walk follows the water past the San Angelo Museum of Fine Arts.

Sources: en.wikipedia.org

What it's like to live in San Angelo

San Angelo is the anchor city of the San Angelo metro area. 100,640 people lived here in 2025, up 0.7% from 2020. It is spread out.

Local spots people know include San Angelo City Park, North Concho Park and Rio Concho Community Park.

The median age is 35.5, 30% of households have children, 61% of homes are owned by the people living in them and the typical household earns $65,864 a year (16% lower than the Texas median).

Pros of living in San Angelo

  • Lower rent. Median rent is $1,153, 18% lower than the Texas median.
  • Short commutes. The average trip to work takes 19 minutes, against 27 across Texas.

Cons of living in San Angelo

  • Weaker school ratings. Only 24% of the 21 rated campuses earn an A or B from the state.
  • Errands mean a drive. Compared with similar Texas places, fewer homes here are within a mile of a grocery store, pharmacy, park or clinic.
  • Natural hazard risk. FEMA rates the risk of hail and winter storms as very high here.
  • Long, hot summers. Expect about 119 days a year at 90°F or hotter.

Who San Angelo suits

  • FamiliesNot the best fit: 24% of rated schools earn an A or B and violent crime is 26% lower than the Texas rate. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 11% for families.
  • Young professionalsA reasonable fit: household income is 16% lower than the Texas median, with 415 restaurants and 41 cafes in town. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 62% for young professionals.
  • RetireesNot the best fit: 20% of working-age adults are uninsured and violent crime is 26% lower than the Texas rate. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 39% for retirees.
  • Remote workersNot the best fit: 88% of homes have broadband and the median rent of $1,153 is 18% lower than the Texas median. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 11% for remote workers.
  • People on a budgetA strong fit: the median rent of $1,153 is 18% lower than the Texas median. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 97% for people on a budget.

San Angelo report card

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

  • Cost of living: grade A

    Median rent $1,153, homes cost 2.8x income.

    90 of 100 vs US cities

  • Jobs and income: grade C+

    Median household income $65,864, 3.9% unemployed.

    55 of 100 vs US cities

  • Schools: grade F

    21 rated campuses, 24% rated A or B.

    6 of 100 vs TX cities

  • Safety: grade C-

    287 violent crimes per 100k, 2,187 property crimes per 100k.

    35 of 100 vs TX cities

  • Errands and things to do: grade D

    26 grocery stores, 415 restaurants, 62 parks mapped in town.

    23 of 100 vs TX cities

  • Getting around: grade A-

    Average commute 19 min, 9.1% work from home.

    83 of 100 vs US cities

  • Education levels: grade D

    25% have a bachelor’s degree.

    21 of 100 vs US cities

  • Health: grade D-

    20% of adults uninsured.

    16 of 100 vs US cities

  • Home ownership: grade C-

    61% of homes owner-occupied.

    34 of 100 vs US cities

  • Internet access: grade D-

    88% of homes have broadband.

    11 of 100 vs US cities

Where San Angelo stands out compared with Texas

Better than Texas

  • Average commute: 19 min28% lower than Texas (27 min)
  • Home value to income: 2.8x21% lower than Texas (3.6x)
  • Median rent: $1,15318% lower than Texas ($1,403)

Worse than Texas

  • Adults with a bachelor's degree or higher: 25%9 points lower than Texas (34%)
  • Median household income: $65,86416% lower than Texas ($78,476)
  • Homes with broadband internet: 88%4 points lower than Texas (91%)

Cost of living in San Angelo

San Angelo renters pay a median of $1,153 a month, 18% lower than the statewide median. The usual rule is to spend no more than 30% of income on rent, which means earning around $46,000 a year for a median unit. Right now 49% of renters here pay more than 30% of their income on rent.

HUD sets fair market rents for this area at $1,032 for a one-bedroom, $1,350 for a two-bedroom and $1,810 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 $187,600, 34% lower than the Texas median. With 20% down and a 30-year loan at 7.28%, the monthly payment comes to about $1,027 before tax, or $1,240 with property tax. That is close to the median rent, so buying can make sense if you plan to stay.

Texas has no state income tax, but it leans on property taxes instead, though they are lighter here than in much of the state. The median homeowner in San Angelo pays $2,556 a year, 40% lower 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 San Angelo

Typical rent by apartment size

Fair market rent by bedroom count in San AngeloStudio$9561 bedroom$1,0322 bedrooms$1,3503 bedrooms$1,8104 bedrooms$2,055
HUD fair market rent for FY2027, San Angelo, TX MSA. This is what a typical, modest unit rents for, including utilities.
MeasureHereTexasUS
Median rent18% lower than Texas$1,153$1,403$1,413
Median home value34% lower than Texas$187,600$283,800$332,700
Home value to income21% lower than Texas2.8x3.6x4.1x
Renters paying 30%+ of income on rent3 points lower than Texas49%52%51%
Median property tax per year40% lower than Texas$2,556$4,232$3,119
Homes owned by the people living in them1 points lower than Texas61%63%65%
Median year homes were builtAbout the same as Texas197819921980

Monthly cost to buy a median home

$1,240
Mortgage payment
$1,027
Property tax
$213
Median rent, for comparison
$1,153

Based on a $187,600 home in San Angelo, 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 San Angelo safe?

In 2025, San Angelo Police Department reported 287 violent crimes and 2,191 property crimes. That works out to 287 violent crimes per 100,000 people, 26% lower than the Texas rate of 387, and 2,187 property crimes per 100,000, 5% higher than the state rate.

Violent crime is down about 17% 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 San Angelo by yearTexas28720212022202320242025

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

Violent crime
287
per 100k, Texas 387
Property crime
2,187
per 100k, Texas 2,086
Property crimes per 100,000 people in San Angelo by yearTexas2,18720212022202320242025

Property crimes per 100,000 people by year.

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

Schools in San Angelo

San Angelo has 21 public school campuses with a 2025 state rating inside the city, and 24% of them earn an A or B. Most students here are served by San Angelo ISD and Texas Leadership Public Schools.

Top-rated campuses include Ft Concho Elementary, Santa Rita Elementary and Glenmore Elementary. The average rating score across all campuses is 73 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
6
of 100 vs Texas cities
Average rating
73
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

  • AFt Concho ElementaryElementary, San Angelo ISD92 of 100
  • ASanta Rita ElementaryElementary, San Angelo ISD92 of 100
  • AGlenmore ElementaryElementary, San Angelo ISD90 of 100
  • BTexas Leadership of San AngeloOther, Texas Leadership Public Schools88 of 100
  • BSan Jacinto ElementaryElementary, San Angelo ISD80 of 100

Best neighborhoods in San Angelo

We grade 21 areas inside San Angelo. The top three are Butler Farms (A-), Southland (A-) and Bonham (B). If price matters most, Downtown has the lowest median rent among areas graded C or better, at $830 a month. Belaire is the priciest, at $1,960. 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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    21 San Angelo neighborhoods, ranked by your priorities
    1. 1A-Butler Farms979 people, home $365,000100fit
    2. 2A-Southland5,751 people, median rent $1,060, home $299,00095fit
    3. 3BBonham4,822 people, median rent $1,700, home $293,00090fit
    4. 4BGlenmore1,961 people, median rent $1,320, home $160,00085fit
    5. 5BSunset6,585 people, median rent $1,210, home $221,00080fit
    6. 6BVista del Arroyo4,572 people, median rent $940, home $230,00075fit
    7. 7BSanta Rita4,170 people, median rent $1,370, home $250,00070fit
    8. 8BDowntown2,773 people, median rent $830, home $184,00065fit
    9. 9B-ASU - College Hills4,603 people, median rent $1,510, home $218,00060fit
    10. 10C+Nasworthy935 people, home $479,00055fit
    11. 11C+Ft. Concho1,575 people, median rent $1,030, home $107,00050fit
    12. 12C+Angelo Heights9,032 people, median rent $960, home $151,00045fit
    13. 13C+Rio Vista6,519 people, median rent $1,050, home $134,00040fit
    14. 14C+Belaire6,681 people, median rent $1,960, home $120,00035fit
    15. 15D+Riverside2,350 people, median rent $990, home $198,00030fit
    All 21 San Angelo neighborhoods, A to Z

    Daily life in San Angelo

    Everyday places mapped inside San Angelo, from Overture Maps. Well-known spots include San Angelo City Park, North Concho Park, Rio Concho Community Park.

    The average one-way commute is 19 minutes, 28% shorter than the Texas average. 9% of workers work from home. 3.6% walk, bike or take transit to work.

    The median household income is $65,864, income per person is $35,001, unemployment is 3.9% and 25% of adults hold a bachelor's degree.

    Grocery stores
    26
    Pharmacies
    16
    Restaurants
    415
    Cafes
    41
    Bars
    62
    Parks
    62
    Gyms
    45
    Hospitals and urgent care
    27
    Childcare
    14
    Libraries
    7

    Jobs, income and education

    MeasureHereTexasUS
    Median household income16% lower than Texas$65,864$78,476$80,734
    Income per person14% lower than Texas$35,001$40,752$44,673
    Unemployment rate1 points lower than Texas3.9%5.3%5.2%
    People below the poverty line3 points lower than Texas11%14%12%
    Adults with a bachelor's degree or higher9 points lower than Texas25%34%36%
    Adults with a high school diploma or higherAbout the same as Texas87%86%90%
    Adults 18 to 64 without health insuranceAbout the same as Texas20%20%11%
    Homes with broadband internet4 points lower than Texas88%91%91%

    Getting to work

    MeasureHereTexasUS
    Average commute28% lower than Texas19 min27 min26 min
    Workers who work from home5 points lower than Texas9.1%14%15%
    Workers who work from home9.1%
    Workers who take transit0.4%
    Workers who walk3.1%
    Workers who bike0.2%

    Who lives in San Angelo

    Under 1823%
    18 to 3426%
    35 to 6434%
    65 and over17%

    Median age 35.5 years. 30% of households have children.

    Race and ethnicity
    White48%
    Hispanic or Latino43%
    Black4.0%
    Asian1.4%
    Other or more than one race3.4%

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    Weather in San Angelo

    San Angelo has a hot Texas climate. July highs average 97°F and January lows about 34°F. There are about 119 days a year at 90°F or above, and about 21 inches of rain a year.

    Average monthly high and low temperatures in San Angelo30°50°70°90°61J65F73M82A89M94J97J97A89S80O69N62DRain

    Average daily high and low by month, °F, with rain below. NOAA 1991 to 2020 normals from San Angelo, 5 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 low, tornado risk is moderate 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
    • HurricanesLow
    • TornadoesModerate
    • HailVery high
    • Heat wavesHigh
    • WildfiresHigh
    • Winter stormsVery high
    • 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 San Angelo

    Nearby, Grape Creek gets an F, Miles gets an A and Bronte gets a C+. Each is graded against Texas places of its own size, so a small town and a big city can both earn an A.

    1. FGrape CreekTown, 4,036 people12 mi
    2. AMilesTown, 1,030 people20 mi
    3. C+BronteTown, 1,041 people33 mi
    4. B+BallingerTown, 3,583 people37 mi
    5. C-EdenTown, 1,730 people39 mi
    6. BEldoradoTown, 1,737 people40 mi

    Living in San Angelo: common questions

    Is San Angelo, TX a good place to live?

    San Angelo gets an overall grade of C- and ranks 49th of 75 Texas cities of 50,000+ people. It does best on cost of living and getting around, and trails on schools and internet access. It is a strong pick for people on a budget.

    How much does it cost to live in San Angelo?

    Renters in San Angelo pay a median of $1,153 a month, 18% lower than the Texas median. The median home is worth $187,600, 34% lower than the Texas median. A median home costs 2.8x 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 $1,240, including property tax.

    Is San Angelo safe?

    In 2025, San Angelo Police Department reported 287 violent crimes per 100,000 people, 26% lower than the Texas rate. Property crime was 2,187 per 100,000, 5% higher than the Texas rate.

    Are the schools good in San Angelo?

    We found 21 rated public school campuses inside San Angelo. 24% are rated A or B by the Texas Education Agency. Its schools score is 6 of 100 compared with other Texas cities of 50,000+ people.

    What are the best neighborhoods in San Angelo?

    Based on our scores, the top-rated areas in San Angelo are Butler Farms, Southland and Bonham. We score 21 areas in the city.

    Does San Angelo flood?

    FEMA rates river flooding risk in San Angelo as moderate, and coastal flooding as not rated. Hazards rated high or very high here: 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 San Angelo?

    Summers in San Angelo peak at about 97°F in July, and January nights fall to about 34°F. Expect around 119 days a year at 90°F or hotter, and 21 inches of rain.

    How long is the commute in San Angelo?

    The average one-way commute is 19 min, 28% lower than the Texas average. About 9.1% of workers work from home.

    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.