Town in Bexar County, part of the San Antonio metro

Living in Sandy Oaks, TX

D-

669th of 745Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people
Overall score 10 of 100
49th of 54 in the San Antonio area

We give Sandy Oaks a D-. It ranks 669th of 745 Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people. It does best on home ownership and schools, and trails on getting around and education levels.

  • Fast-growing
  • Jobs and income scores low (13 of 100)
  • Getting around scores low (3 of 100)
Map of Texas showing where Sandy Oaks isHoustonDallasAustinFort WorthSandy Oaks
Where Sandy Oaks is in Texas.
Population
5,874+15.8% since 2020
Median rent
$1,3097% lower than Texas
Median home value
$120,30058% lower than Texas
Household income
$50,806Median
Average commute
34 minOne way
Violent crime
No dataNo full-year report

What it's like to live in Sandy Oaks

Sandy Oaks sits about 21 miles from downtown San Antonio, in the San Antonio-New Braunfels metro. 5,874 people lived here in 2025, up 15.8% from 2020, so it is one of the faster-growing places in Texas. It is suburban.

Places locals use include City Park and Sandy Oaks City Park.

The median age is 48.1, 25% of households have children, 96% of homes are owned by the people living in them and the typical household earns $50,806 a year (35% lower than the Texas median).

Pros of living in Sandy Oaks

  • Homes are affordable for local incomes. The median home costs 2.4 times the median household income, against 3.6 times across Texas.
  • Growing fast. The population grew 16% from 2020 to 2025, which usually means new homes, shops and jobs.

Cons of living in Sandy Oaks

  • Higher unemployment. 9.1% of the labor force is out of work, against 5.3% statewide.
  • Long commutes. The average trip to work takes 34 minutes, against 27 across Texas.
  • Many adults uninsured. 28% of adults 18 to 64 have no health insurance, against 20% statewide.
  • Long, hot summers. Expect about 134 days a year at 90°F or hotter.

Who Sandy Oaks suits

  • FamiliesA reasonable fit. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 59% for families.
  • Young professionalsNot the best fit: household income is 35% lower than the Texas median, with 3 restaurants and 2 cafes in town. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 1% for young professionals.
  • Remote workersNot the best fit: 90% of homes have broadband and the median rent of $1,309 is 7% lower than the Texas median. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 25% for remote workers.
  • People on a budgetNot the best fit: the median rent of $1,309 is 7% lower than the Texas median. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 12% for people on a budget.

Sandy Oaks report card

Ten grades, one for each part of daily life we measure. Most compare Sandy Oaks 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 $1,309, homes cost 2.4x income.

    27 of 100 vs US towns

  • Jobs and income: grade D-

    Median household income $50,806, 9.1% unemployed.

    13 of 100 vs US towns

  • Schools: grade B-

    Not enough data.

    57 of 100 vs TX towns

  • Safety: no grade

    No full year of crime data from local police.

    No score vs TX towns

  • Errands and things to do: no grade

    2 grocery stores, 3 restaurants, 2 parks mapped in town.

    No score vs TX towns

  • Getting around: grade F

    Average commute 34 min, 14% work from home.

    3 of 100 vs US towns

  • Education levels: grade F

    9.8% have a bachelor’s degree.

    6 of 100 vs US towns

  • Health: grade D

    28% of adults uninsured.

    17 of 100 vs US towns

  • Home ownership: grade A

    96% of homes owner-occupied.

    92 of 100 vs US towns

  • Internet access: grade C+

    90% of homes have broadband.

    49 of 100 vs US towns

Where Sandy Oaks stands out compared with Texas

Better than Texas

  • Homes owned by the people living in them: 96%33 points higher than Texas (63%)
  • Home value to income: 2.4x35% lower than Texas (3.6x)
  • Vacant homes: 5.0%4 points lower than Texas (9.4%)

Worse than Texas

  • Renters paying 30%+ of income on rent: 100%48 points higher than Texas (52%)
  • Adults with a bachelor's degree or higher: 9.8%24 points lower than Texas (34%)
  • Median household income: $50,80635% lower than Texas ($78,476)

Cost of living in Sandy Oaks

Rent is the cost most newcomers feel first. The median rent in Sandy Oaks is $1,309 a month, 7% lower than the Texas median of $1,403. To keep that rent at 30% of income, a household needs to earn about $52,000 a year. Right now 100% 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 $120,300, 58% lower than the Texas median. With 20% down and a 30-year loan at 7.28%, the monthly payment comes to about $658 before tax, or $781 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 Sandy Oaks pays $1,476 a year, 65% lower than 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 Sandy OaksStudio$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 rent7% lower than Texas$1,309$1,403$1,413
Median home value58% lower than Texas$120,300$283,800$332,700
Home value to income35% lower than Texas2.4x3.6x4.1x
Renters paying 30%+ of income on rent48 points higher than Texas100%52%51%
Median property tax per year65% lower than Texas$1,476$4,232$3,119
Homes owned by the people living in them33 points higher than Texas96%63%65%
Median year homes were builtAbout the same as Texas199819921980

Monthly cost to buy a median home

$781
Mortgage payment
$658
Property tax
$123
Median rent, for comparison
$1,309

Based on a $120,300 home in Sandy Oaks, 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.

Daily life in Sandy Oaks

Everyday places mapped inside Sandy Oaks, from Overture Maps. Well-known spots include City Park, Sandy Oaks City Park.

The average one-way commute is 34 minutes, 29% longer than the Texas average. 14% 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 21 miles away in a straight line. Many people who live in Sandy Oaks work elsewhere in the metro, so test the drive at rush hour before you commit.

The median household income is $50,806, income per person is $26,537, unemployment is 9.1% and 10% of adults hold a bachelor's degree.

Grocery stores
2
Pharmacies
1
Restaurants
3
Cafes
2
Bars
0
Parks
2
Gyms
0
Hospitals and urgent care
0
Childcare
0
Libraries
0

Jobs, income and education

MeasureHereTexasUS
Median household income35% lower than Texas$50,806$78,476$80,734
Income per person35% lower than Texas$26,537$40,752$44,673
Unemployment rate4 points higher than Texas9.1%5.3%5.2%
People below the poverty line3 points higher than Texas17%14%12%
Adults with a bachelor's degree or higher24 points lower than Texas9.8%34%36%
Adults with a high school diploma or higher7 points lower than Texas79%86%90%
Adults 18 to 64 without health insurance8 points higher than Texas28%20%11%
Homes with broadband internet1 points lower than Texas90%91%91%

Getting to work

MeasureHereTexasUS
Average commute29% higher than Texas34 min27 min26 min
Workers who work from homeAbout the same as Texas14%14%15%
Workers who work from home14%
Workers who take transit0%
Workers who walk0%
Workers who bike0%

Who lives in Sandy Oaks

Under 1819%
18 to 3416%
35 to 6443%
65 and over21%

Median age 48.1 years. 25% of households have children.

Race and ethnicity
White20%
Hispanic or Latino77%
Black0.4%
Asian0.7%
Other or more than one race1.8%

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

Weather in Sandy Oaks

Sandy Oaks has a hot Texas climate. July highs average 96°F and January lows about 42°F. There are about 134 days a year at 90°F or above, and about 30 inches of rain a year.

Average monthly high and low temperatures in Sandy Oaks40°60°80°100°65J69F75M82A88M94J96J98A91S84O73N66DRain

Average daily high and low by month, °F, with rain below. NOAA 1991 to 2020 normals from San Antonio Stinson Ap, 11 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 Sandy Oaks

    Nearby, Elmendorf gets an F, Poteet gets a C and China Grove 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. FElmendorfTown, 2,389 people7 mi
    2. CPoteetTown, 2,910 people14 mi
    3. BChina GroveTown, 1,215 people15 mi
    4. DFloresvilleTown, 8,007 people15 mi
    5. B-SomersetTown, 2,005 people15 mi
    6. CPleasantonSmall city, 11,011 people16 mi

    Sandy Oaks 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. 46D-Devine4,476 people32 mito downtown
    5. 47D-Hondo8,713 people39 mito downtown
    6. 48D-Von Ormy1,142 people15 mito downtown
    7. 49D-Sandy Oaks5,396 people21 mito downtown
    8. 50FLakehills6,130 people28 mito downtown
    9. 51FCharlotte1,466 people43 mito downtown
    10. 52FBalcones Heights2,715 people2 mito downtown

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    Living in Sandy Oaks: common questions

    Is Sandy Oaks, TX a good place to live?

    We give Sandy Oaks a D-. It ranks 669th of 745 Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people. It does best on home ownership and schools, and trails on getting around and education levels.

    How much does it cost to live in Sandy Oaks?

    Median rent in Sandy Oaks is $1,309 a month, 7% lower than the Texas median. The median home is worth $120,300, 58% lower than the Texas median. A median home costs 2.4x 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 $781, including property tax.

    Is Sandy Oaks safe?

    In 2025, Sandy Oaks Police Department reported 51 violent crimes per 100,000 people, 87% lower than the Texas rate. Property crime was 102 per 100,000, 95% lower than the Texas rate. This agency reported only part of the year, so the rate is shown but not scored.

    What is the weather like in Sandy Oaks?

    Summers in Sandy Oaks peak at about 96°F in July, and January nights fall to about 42°F. Expect around 134 days a year at 90°F or hotter, and 30 inches of rain.

    How long is the commute in Sandy Oaks?

    The average one-way commute is 34 min, 29% higher than the Texas average. About 14% of workers work from home. It is about 21 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.