Neighborhood in San Antonio, Bexar County
Living in La Cierra at Sonterra, San Antonio
4th of 137areas in San Antonio
Overall score 98 of 100 vs Texas neighborhoods
San Antonio overall: D
La Cierra at Sonterra is a neighborhood in San Antonio, TX, home to about 2,100 people. It gets an A+, in the top 5% of Texas neighborhoods, and ranks 4th of 137 areas we score in San Antonio. It does best on schools and worst on getting around.
- Top-rated schools
- Lots of parks
- River flooding risk is very high
- Tornado risk is very high
Closest everyday places
| Grocery store | 0.3 mi |
| Pharmacy | 0.3 mi |
| Park | 0.4 mi |
| Cafe | 0.3 mi |
| Restaurant | 0.3 mi |
| Gym | 0.2 mi |
| Hospital or urgent care | 1.2 mi |
| Childcare | 1.3 mi |
| Library | 1.6 mi |
Straight-line distance from the middle of where people live. Overture Maps.
- Population
- 2,070
- Median rent
- $2,190
- Median home value
- $564,000
- Household income
- $195,700
- Average commute
- 24 min
- Homes owned
- 53%
What it's like to live in La Cierra at Sonterra
La Cierra at Sonterra is a neighborhood in San Antonio with about 2,100 residents, homes built around 1999, a mix of owners and renters and 52% of households with children.
Our grade for La Cierra at Sonterra is A+. That puts it 4th of 137 areas we grade in San Antonio, a city that gets a D overall.
Pros of living in La Cierra at Sonterra
- Higher incomes. The median household earns $195,700, 201% higher than the San Antonio median.
- Well-rated schools nearby. 3 of the 3 closest public schools are rated A or B.
- Groceries close by. The nearest grocery store is about 0.3 miles from the middle of the neighborhood.
- Parks within walking distance. The closest park is about 0.4 miles away.
Cons of living in La Cierra at Sonterra
- Pricier rent than the city. Median rent is $2,190, 65% higher than the San Antonio median.
- Natural hazard risk. FEMA rates the risk of river flooding, tornadoes and heat waves as very high in this part of town.
La Cierra at Sonterra report card
Each grade compares La Cierra at Sonterra with every neighborhood in Texas. Safety is not graded for single neighborhoods because police report crime for the whole city.
Cost of living: grade B-
Median rent $2,190, homes cost 2.9x income.
57 of 100 vs TX areasJobs and income: grade A
Median household income $195,700, 3.8% unemployed.
88 of 100 vs TX areasSchools: grade A+
Nearby schools average 93 of 100 on the state rating.
96 of 100 vs TX areasSafety: no grade
Citywide, 532 violent crimes per 100k, 3,917 property crimes per 100k.
No score vs TX areasErrands and things to do: grade A
Most everyday stores and services within a mile of homes.
92 of 100 vs TX areasGetting around: grade D+
Average commute 24 min, 26% work from home.
26 of 100 vs TX areasEducation levels: grade A+
67% have a bachelor’s degree.
96 of 100 vs TX areasHealth: grade A-
7.9% of adults uninsured.
86 of 100 vs TX areasHome ownership: grade C-
53% of homes owner-occupied.
32 of 100 vs TX areasInternet access: grade B+
98% of homes have broadband.
78 of 100 vs TX areas
La Cierra at Sonterra compared with San Antonio
Better than San Antonio
- Median household income: $195,700201% higher than San Antonio ($65,056)
- Adults with a bachelor's degree or higher: 67%38 points higher than San Antonio (29%)
- Renters paying 30%+ of income on rent: 24%30 points lower than San Antonio (54%)
Worse than San Antonio
- Median rent: $2,19065% higher than San Antonio ($1,324)
- Workers who walk, bike or take transit: 0%4 points lower than San Antonio (4.2%)
Closest public schools
Texas Education Agency 2025 ratings. Check the attendance zone for any address with the district.
- AVineyard Ranch ElementaryElementary, North East ISD0.5 mi
- ALopez MiddleMiddle, North East ISD3.1 mi
- AReagan High SchoolHigh, North East ISD1.7 mi
Cost of living in La Cierra at Sonterra
Median rent in La Cierra at Sonterra is $2,190 a month, 65% higher than the San Antonio median. A household would need about $88,000 a year to keep that rent at 30% of income.
The median home is worth $564,000, 139% higher than the San Antonio median, which means a monthly payment of about $3,921 with property tax at today's mortgage rates.
| Measure | Here | San Antonio | Texas |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median rent65% higher than San Antonio | $2,190 | $1,324 | $1,403 |
| Median home value139% higher than San Antonio | $564,000 | $235,700 | $283,800 |
| Home value to income20% lower than San Antonio | 2.9x | 3.6x | 3.6x |
| Renters paying 30%+ of income on rent30 points lower than San Antonio | 24% | 54% | 52% |
| Homes owned by the people living in themAbout the same as San Antonio | 53% | 52% | 63% |
| Vacant homes3 points lower than San Antonio | 6.8% | 9.5% | 9.4% |
| Median year homes were builtAbout the same as San Antonio | 1999 | 1985 | 1992 |
Monthly cost to buy a median home
- Mortgage payment
- $3,087
- Property tax
- $833
- Median rent, for comparison
- $2,190
Based on a $564,000 home in La Cierra at Sonterra, 20% down and a 30-year loan at 7.28% (Freddie Mac average, week of 2026-10-01). Property tax is the median for the surrounding Census tract, or the county where that is not published. Insurance and fees are not included.
Work, income and getting around
| Measure | Here | San Antonio | Texas |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household income201% higher than San Antonio | $195,700 | $65,056 | $78,476 |
| Unemployment rate2 points lower than San Antonio | 3.8% | 6.2% | 5.3% |
| People below the poverty line15 points lower than San Antonio | 2.0% | 17% | 14% |
| Adults with a bachelor's degree or higher38 points higher than San Antonio | 67% | 29% | 34% |
| Average commuteAbout the same as San Antonio | 24 min | 24 min | 27 min |
| Workers who work from home13 points higher than San Antonio | 26% | 14% | 14% |
| Workers who walk, bike or take transit4 points lower than San Antonio | 0% | 4.2% | 2.6% |
| Homes with broadband internet7 points higher than San Antonio | 98% | 91% | 91% |
Natural hazard risk
FEMA National Risk Index for the Census tracts in this area.
- River floodingVery high
- HurricanesModerate
- TornadoesVery high
- HailVery high
- Heat wavesVery high
- WildfiresVery high
- Winter stormsLow
- Strong windLow
Who lives in La Cierra at Sonterra
Race and ethnicity
Shown for information only. It is never part of any grade.
Other neighborhoods in San Antonio
- 1A+The Enclave of SonterraMedian rent $1,320
- 2A+Las LomasMedian rent $2,850
- 3A+ArrowheadMedian rent $2,320
- 5A+The Overlook in Stone OakMedian rent $1,840
- 6A+Hunters CreekMedian rent $1,470
- 7A+The Heights at Stone OakMedian rent $2,150
- 8A+CrosstimberMedian rent $1,350
- 9A+Whispering OaksMedian rent $1,190
Similar neighborhoods in other cities
Areas elsewhere in Texas with the closest mix of grades.
- ACollege Court PlaceHouston
- A+The Landing at Cinco RanchCinco Ranch
- A+West Sugar LandSugar Land
Questions about La Cierra at Sonterra
Is La Cierra at Sonterra a good place to live?
La Cierra at Sonterra is a neighborhood in San Antonio, TX, home to about 2,100 people. It gets an A+, in the top 5% of Texas neighborhoods, and ranks 4th of 137 areas we score in San Antonio. It does best on schools and worst on getting around.
How much does it cost to live in La Cierra at Sonterra?
Renters in La Cierra at Sonterra pay a median of $2,190 a month, 65% higher than the San Antonio median. The median home is worth $564,000, 139% higher than the San Antonio median. A median home costs 2.9x the median household income, compared with 3.6x across San Antonio.
What schools serve La Cierra at Sonterra?
The closest rated public schools are Vineyard Ranch Elementary (elementary, rated A), Lopez Middle (middle, rated A) and Reagan High School (high, rated A). School zones can differ from the closest school, so check with the district.
This area is built from 1 Census block group closest to the La Cierra at Sonterra name on the map, so its edges are approximate. Sources: US Census Bureau 2020-2024 ACS 5-year, CDC PLACES 2025, Texas Education Agency, FEMA National Risk Index, Overture Maps. How we grade.