Town in Wilson County, part of the San Antonio metro

Living in Stockdale, TX

C-

500th of 745Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people
Overall score 33 of 100
39th of 54 in the San Antonio area

We give Stockdale a C-. It ranks 500th of 745 Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people. It does best on schools and cost of living, and trails on education levels and internet access.

  • Jobs and income scores low (17 of 100)
  • Education levels scores low (10 of 100)
Map of Texas showing where Stockdale isHoustonDallasAustinFort WorthStockdale
Where Stockdale is in Texas.
Population
1,494+6.2% since 2020
Median rent
$91735% lower than Texas
Median home value
$173,30039% lower than Texas
Household income
$52,532Median
Average commute
36 minOne way
Violent crime
No dataNo full-year report

What it's like to live in Stockdale

Stockdale sits about 37 miles from downtown San Antonio, in the San Antonio-New Braunfels metro. 1,494 people lived here in 2025, up 6.2% from 2020. It is spread out.

Places locals use include Stockdale City Park, Bryce Field and Sarah Bain Chandler Public Library.

The median age is 42.8, 36% of households have children, 61% of homes are owned by the people living in them and the typical household earns $52,532 a year (33% lower than the Texas median).

Pros of living in Stockdale

  • Strong public schools. 100% of the 3 rated campuses here earn an A or B from the Texas Education Agency.
  • Lower rent. Median rent is $917, 35% lower than the Texas median.

Cons of living in Stockdale

  • Higher poverty. 25% of people live below the poverty line, against 14% across Texas.
  • Long commutes. The average trip to work takes 36 minutes, against 27 across Texas.
  • Long, hot summers. Expect about 121 days a year at 90°F or hotter.
  • Spotty home internet. Only 80% of homes have a broadband plan.

Who Stockdale suits

  • FamiliesA reasonable fit: 100% of rated schools earn an A or B. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 66% for families.
  • Young professionalsNot the best fit: household income is 33% lower than the Texas median, with 10 restaurants and 1 cafe in town. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 12% for young professionals.
  • Remote workersNot the best fit: 80% of homes have broadband and the median rent of $917 is 35% lower than the Texas median. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 11% for remote workers.
  • People on a budgetA reasonable fit: the median rent of $917 is 35% lower than the Texas median. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 45% for people on a budget.

Stockdale report card

Ten grades, one for each part of daily life we measure. Most compare Stockdale 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 B-

    Median rent $917, homes cost 3.3x income.

    56 of 100 vs US towns

  • Jobs and income: grade D

    Median household income $52,532, 5.2% unemployed.

    17 of 100 vs US towns

  • Schools: grade B+

    3 rated campuses, 100% rated A or B.

    79 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

    1 grocery store, 10 restaurants, 2 parks mapped in town.

    No score vs TX towns

  • Getting around: grade D+

    Average commute 36 min, 5.5% work from home.

    31 of 100 vs US towns

  • Education levels: grade D-

    12% have a bachelor’s degree.

    10 of 100 vs US towns

  • Health: grade D

    23% of adults uninsured.

    17 of 100 vs US towns

  • Home ownership: grade C-

    61% of homes owner-occupied.

    35 of 100 vs US towns

  • Internet access: grade D-

    80% of homes have broadband.

    11 of 100 vs US towns

Where Stockdale stands out compared with Texas

Better than Texas

  • Median rent: $91735% lower than Texas ($1,403)
  • Renters paying 30%+ of income on rent: 42%10 points lower than Texas (52%)
  • Home value to income: 3.3x9% lower than Texas (3.6x)

Worse than Texas

  • Adults with a bachelor's degree or higher: 12%22 points lower than Texas (34%)
  • Average commute: 36 min35% higher than Texas (27 min)
  • Median household income: $52,53233% lower than Texas ($78,476)

Cost of living in Stockdale

Rent is the cost most newcomers feel first. The median rent in Stockdale is $917 a month, 35% lower than the Texas median of $1,403. To keep that rent at 30% of income, a household needs to earn about $37,000 a year. Right now 42% 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 $173,300, 39% lower than the Texas median. With 20% down and a 30-year loan at 7.28%, the monthly payment comes to about $949 before tax, or $1,142 with property tax. That is $225 a month more than the median rent, a gap that can be worth it if you plan to stay a while.

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 Stockdale pays $2,324 a year, 45% 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 StockdaleStudio$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 rent35% lower than Texas$917$1,403$1,413
Median home value39% lower than Texas$173,300$283,800$332,700
Home value to income9% lower than Texas3.3x3.6x4.1x
Renters paying 30%+ of income on rent10 points lower than Texas42%52%51%
Median property tax per year45% lower than Texas$2,324$4,232$3,119
Homes owned by the people living in them2 points lower than Texas61%63%65%
Median year homes were builtAbout the same as Texas198519921980

Monthly cost to buy a median home

$1,142
Mortgage payment
$949
Property tax
$194
Median rent, for comparison
$917

Based on a $173,300 home in Stockdale, 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 Stockdale

Stockdale has 3 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 Stockdale ISD.

Top-rated campuses include Stockdale High School. The average rating score across all campuses is 86 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
79
of 100 vs Texas towns
Average rating
86
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

  • AStockdale High SchoolHigh, Stockdale ISD91 of 100
  • BStockdale Junior HighMiddle, Stockdale ISD86 of 100
  • BStockdale ElementaryElementary, Stockdale ISD82 of 100

Daily life in Stockdale

Everyday places mapped inside Stockdale, from Overture Maps. Well-known spots include Stockdale City Park, Bryce Field, Sarah Bain Chandler Public Library.

The average one-way commute is 36 minutes, 35% longer than the Texas average. 5% of workers work from home. 4.0% walk, bike or take transit to work.

Downtown San Antonio is about 37 miles away in a straight line. Many people who live in Stockdale work elsewhere in the metro, so test the drive at rush hour before you commit.

The median household income is $52,532, income per person is $23,789, unemployment is 5.2% and 12% of adults hold a bachelor's degree.

Grocery stores
1
Pharmacies
0
Restaurants
10
Cafes
1
Bars
1
Parks
2
Gyms
1
Hospitals and urgent care
0
Childcare
0
Libraries
1

Jobs, income and education

MeasureHereTexasUS
Median household income33% lower than Texas$52,532$78,476$80,734
Income per person42% lower than Texas$23,789$40,752$44,673
Unemployment rateAbout the same as Texas5.2%5.3%5.2%
People below the poverty line11 points higher than Texas25%14%12%
Adults with a bachelor's degree or higher22 points lower than Texas12%34%36%
Adults with a high school diploma or higher5 points lower than Texas81%86%90%
Adults 18 to 64 without health insurance4 points higher than Texas23%20%11%
Homes with broadband internet12 points lower than Texas80%91%91%

Getting to work

MeasureHereTexasUS
Average commute35% higher than Texas36 min27 min26 min
Workers who work from home9 points lower than Texas5.5%14%15%
Workers who work from home5.5%
Workers who take transit2.1%
Workers who walk0%
Workers who bike1.9%

Who lives in Stockdale

Under 1822%
18 to 3419%
35 to 6434%
65 and over26%

Median age 42.8 years. 36% of households have children.

Race and ethnicity
White47%
Hispanic or Latino46%
Black5.8%
Asian0%
Other or more than one race1.6%

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

Weather in Stockdale

Stockdale has a hot Texas climate. July highs average 95°F and January lows about 38°F. There are about 121 days a year at 90°F or above, and about 34 inches of rain a year.

Average monthly high and low temperatures in Stockdale30°50°70°90°65J68F74M81A87M93J95J97A91S84O74N66DRain

Average daily high and low by month, °F, with rain below. NOAA 1991 to 2020 normals from Nixon, 12 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 Stockdale

    Nearby, La Vernia gets a C, Nixon gets a B and Poth gets an A. 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 people12 mi
    2. BNixonTown, 2,231 people12 mi
    3. APothTown, 1,532 people13 mi
    4. DFloresvilleTown, 8,007 people14 mi
    5. ASt. HedwigTown, 2,313 people19 mi
    6. FElmendorfTown, 2,389 people21 mi

    Stockdale 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. 36CRedwood3,441 people44 mito downtown
    5. 37C-Jourdanton4,407 people38 mito downtown
    6. 38C-McQueeney2,392 people30 mito downtown
    7. 39C-Stockdale1,377 people37 mito downtown
    8. 40D+Converse29,607 people13 mito downtown
    9. 41DFloresville8,007 people31 mito downtown
    10. 42DKirby8,117 people8 mito downtown

    See all of the best suburbs of san antonio

    Living in Stockdale: common questions

    Is Stockdale, TX a good place to live?

    We give Stockdale a C-. It ranks 500th of 745 Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people. It does best on schools and cost of living, and trails on education levels and internet access.

    How much does it cost to live in Stockdale?

    Median rent in Stockdale is $917 a month, 35% lower than the Texas median. The median home is worth $173,300, 39% lower than the Texas median. A median home costs 3.3x 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 $1,142, including property tax.

    Are the schools good in Stockdale?

    We found 3 rated public school campuses inside Stockdale. 100% are rated A or B by the Texas Education Agency. Its schools score is 79 of 100 compared with other Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people.

    What is the weather like in Stockdale?

    Summers in Stockdale peak at about 95°F in July, and January nights fall to about 38°F. Expect around 121 days a year at 90°F or hotter, and 34 inches of rain.

    How long is the commute in Stockdale?

    The average one-way commute is 36 min, 35% higher than the Texas average. About 5.5% of workers work from home. It is about 37 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.