Town in Bexar County, part of the San Antonio metro

Living in St. Hedwig, TX

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46th of 745Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people
Overall score 93 of 100
6th of 54 in the San Antonio area

St. Hedwig earns a grade of A on our index, 46th of 745 Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people. It does best on home ownership and cost of living, and trails on errands and things to do and getting around. It is a strong pick for families, retirees and people on a budget.

  • Good for families
  • Good for retirees
  • Good for people on a budget
  • Errands and things to do scores low (3 of 100)
  • Hail risk is very high
Map of Texas showing where St. Hedwig isHoustonDallasAustinFort WorthSt. Hedwig
Where St. Hedwig is in Texas.
Population
2,404+8.9% since 2020
Median rent
No data
Median home value
$282,100about the same as Texas
Household income
$147,390Median
Average commute
31 minOne way
Violent crime
No dataNo full-year report

What it's like to live in St. Hedwig

St. Hedwig sits about 19 miles from downtown San Antonio, in the San Antonio-New Braunfels metro. 2,404 people lived here in 2025, up 8.9% from 2020. It is small-town and rural in feel.

The median age is 39.4, 34% of households have children, 98% of homes are owned by the people living in them and the typical household earns $147,390 a year (88% higher than the Texas median).

Pros of living in St. Hedwig

  • Homes are affordable for local incomes. The median home costs 1.9 times the median household income, against 3.6 times across Texas.
  • High incomes. The median household earns $147,390, 88% higher than the Texas median.

Cons of living in St. Hedwig

  • Long commutes. The average trip to work takes 31 minutes, against 27 across Texas.
  • 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 wildfires as very high here.
  • Long, hot summers. Expect about 112 days a year at 90°F or hotter.

Who St. Hedwig suits

  • FamiliesA reasonable fit. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 90% for families.
  • Young professionalsA reasonable fit: household income is 88% higher than the Texas median, with 3 restaurants and 0 cafes in town. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 73% for young professionals.
  • RetireesA reasonable fit: 12% of working-age adults are uninsured. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 87% for retirees.
  • Remote workersA reasonable fit: 88% of homes have broadband. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 64% for remote workers.
  • People on a budgetA reasonable fit. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 99% for people on a budget.

St. Hedwig report card

Ten grades, one for each part of daily life we measure. Most compare St. Hedwig 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 A+

    Homes cost 1.9x income.

    97 of 100 vs US towns

  • Jobs and income: grade A+

    Median household income $147,390, 2.1% unemployed.

    95 of 100 vs US towns

  • Schools: grade B

    1 rated campuses, 100% rated A or B.

    72 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: grade F

    0 grocery stores, 3 restaurants, 1 park mapped in town.

    3 of 100 vs TX towns

  • Getting around: grade D+

    Average commute 31 min, 6.6% work from home.

    28 of 100 vs US towns

  • Education levels: grade B+

    44% have a bachelor’s degree.

    78 of 100 vs US towns

  • Health: grade C+

    12% of adults uninsured.

    55 of 100 vs US towns

  • Home ownership: grade A+

    98% of homes owner-occupied.

    99 of 100 vs US towns

  • Internet access: grade C

    88% of homes have broadband.

    41 of 100 vs US towns

Where St. Hedwig stands out compared with Texas

Better than Texas

  • Homes owned by the people living in them: 98%36 points higher than Texas (63%)
  • Median household income: $147,39088% higher than Texas ($78,476)
  • Renters paying 30%+ of income on rent: 29%23 points lower than Texas (52%)

Worse than Texas

  • Average commute: 31 min18% higher than Texas (27 min)
  • Homes with broadband internet: 88%3 points lower than Texas (91%)

Cost of living in St. Hedwig

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 $282,100, about the same as the Texas median. With 20% down and a 30-year loan at 7.28%, the monthly payment comes to about $1,544 before tax, or $1,884 with property tax.

Texas has no state income tax, but property taxes are among the highest in the country. The median homeowner in St. Hedwig pays $4,078 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.

Typical rent by apartment size

Fair market rent by bedroom count in St. HedwigStudio$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 home valueAbout the same as Texas$282,100$283,800$332,700
Home value to income47% lower than Texas1.9x3.6x4.1x
Renters paying 30%+ of income on rent23 points lower than Texas29%52%51%
Median property tax per year4% lower than Texas$4,078$4,232$3,119
Homes owned by the people living in them36 points higher than Texas98%63%65%
Median year homes were builtAbout the same as Texas199719921980

Monthly cost to buy a median home

$1,884
Mortgage payment
$1,544
Property tax
$340

Based on a $282,100 home in St. Hedwig, 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.

Schools in St. Hedwig

St. Hedwig has 1 public school campuses with a 2025 state rating inside the city, and 100% of them earn an A or B. Most students here are served by East Central 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
72
of 100 vs Texas towns
Average rating
85
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

  • BTradition ElementaryElementary, East Central ISD85 of 100

Daily life in St. Hedwig

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

The average one-way commute is 31 minutes, 18% longer than the Texas average. 7% 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 19 miles away in a straight line. Many people who live in St. Hedwig work elsewhere in the metro, so test the drive at rush hour before you commit.

The median household income is $147,390, income per person is $54,733, unemployment is 2.1% and 44% of adults hold a bachelor's degree.

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

Jobs, income and education

MeasureHereTexasUS
Median household income88% higher than Texas$147,390$78,476$80,734
Income per person34% higher than Texas$54,733$40,752$44,673
Unemployment rate3 points lower than Texas2.1%5.3%5.2%
People below the poverty line10 points lower than Texas3.3%14%12%
Adults with a bachelor's degree or higher10 points higher than Texas44%34%36%
Adults with a high school diploma or higher9 points higher than Texas95%86%90%
Adults 18 to 64 without health insurance8 points lower than Texas12%20%11%
Homes with broadband internet3 points lower than Texas88%91%91%

Getting to work

MeasureHereTexasUS
Average commute18% higher than Texas31 min27 min26 min
Workers who work from home8 points lower than Texas6.6%14%15%
Workers who work from home6.6%
Workers who take transit0%
Workers who walk0.7%
Workers who bike1.7%

Who lives in St. Hedwig

Under 1819%
18 to 3423%
35 to 6438%
65 and over20%

Median age 39.4 years. 34% of households have children.

Race and ethnicity
White70%
Hispanic or Latino20%
Black1.3%
Asian1.7%
Other or more than one race7.9%

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

Weather in St. Hedwig

St. Hedwig has a hot Texas climate. July highs average 94°F and January lows about 40°F. There are about 112 days a year at 90°F or above, and about 34 inches of rain a year.

Average monthly high and low temperatures in St. Hedwig40°60°80°100°63J68F74M80A86M92J94J95A90S82O71N64DRain

Average daily high and low by month, °F, with rain below. NOAA 1991 to 2020 normals from San Antonio Incarnate Word, 16 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 wavesModerate
  • WildfiresVery high
  • Winter stormsLow
  • Strong windVery low

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 St. Hedwig

Nearby, La Vernia gets a C, China Grove gets a B and Converse gets a D+. Each is graded against Texas places of its own size, so a small town and a big city can both earn an A.

  1. CLa VerniaTown, 1,095 people7 mi
  2. BChina GroveTown, 1,215 people8 mi
  3. D+ConverseSmall city, 29,607 people8 mi
  4. B+CiboloSmall city, 35,109 people10 mi
  5. BSchertzSmall city, 44,050 people10 mi
  6. BUniversal CitySmall city, 20,189 people11 mi

St. Hedwig 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. 4A+Alamo Heights7,492 people4 mito downtown
  5. 5AFair Oaks Ranch10,728 people21 mito downtown
  6. 6ASt. Hedwig2,313 people19 mito downtown
  7. 7AHelotes9,630 people12 mito downtown
  8. 8AOlmos Park2,115 people2 mito downtown
  9. 9AComfort1,565 people42 mito downtown

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Living in St. Hedwig: common questions

Is St. Hedwig, TX a good place to live?

St. Hedwig earns a grade of A on our index, 46th of 745 Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people. It does best on home ownership and cost of living, and trails on errands and things to do and getting around. It is a strong pick for families, retirees and people on a budget.

How much does it cost to live in St. Hedwig?

The median home is worth $282,100, about the same as the Texas median. A median home costs 1.9x 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 $1,884, including property tax.

Are the schools good in St. Hedwig?

We found 1 rated public school campuses inside St. Hedwig. 100% are rated A or B by the Texas Education Agency. Its schools score is 72 of 100 compared with other Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people.

Does St. Hedwig flood?

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

What is the weather like in St. Hedwig?

Summers in St. Hedwig peak at about 94°F in July, and January nights fall to about 40°F. Expect around 112 days a year at 90°F or hotter, and 34 inches of rain.

How long is the commute in St. Hedwig?

The average one-way commute is 31 min, 18% higher than the Texas average. About 6.6% of workers work from home. It is about 19 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.