Town in Bexar County, part of the San Antonio metro

Living in Von Ormy, TX

D-

659th of 745Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people
Overall score 12 of 100
48th of 54 in the San Antonio area

We give Von Ormy a D-. It ranks 659th 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 (12 of 100)
  • Getting around scores low (18 of 100)
Map of Texas showing where Von Ormy isHoustonDallasAustinFort WorthVon Ormy
Where Von Ormy is in Texas.
Population
1,241+5.4% since 2020
Median rent
$1,15318% lower than Texas
Median home value
$80,00072% lower than Texas
Household income
$38,869Median
Average commute
25 minOne way
Violent crime
No dataNo full-year report

What it's like to live in Von Ormy

Von Ormy sits about 15 miles from downtown San Antonio, in the San Antonio-New Braunfels metro. 1,241 people lived here in 2025, up 5.4% from 2020. It is small-town and rural in feel.

The median age is 36.6, 32% of households have children, 61% of homes are owned by the people living in them and the typical household earns $38,869 a year (50% lower than the Texas median).

Pros of living in Von Ormy

  • Lower rent. Median rent is $1,153, 18% lower than the Texas median.
  • Homes are affordable for local incomes. The median home costs 2.1 times the median household income, against 3.6 times across Texas.

Cons of living in Von Ormy

  • Higher poverty. 23% of people live below the poverty line, against 14% across Texas.
  • Many adults uninsured. 34% 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.
  • Spotty home internet. Only 75% of homes have a broadband plan.

Who Von Ormy suits

  • FamiliesA reasonable fit. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 55% for families.
  • Young professionalsNot the best fit: household income is 50% lower than the Texas median, with 9 restaurants and 0 cafes in town. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 3% for young professionals.
  • Remote workersNot the best fit: 75% 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 3% for remote workers.
  • People on a budgetNot the best fit: the median rent of $1,153 is 18% lower than the Texas median. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 27% for people on a budget.

Von Ormy report card

Ten grades, one for each part of daily life we measure. Most compare Von Ormy 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 C

    Median rent $1,153, homes cost 2.1x income.

    41 of 100 vs US towns

  • Jobs and income: grade D-

    Median household income $38,869, 5.4% unemployed.

    12 of 100 vs US towns

  • Schools: grade B+

    Not enough data.

    75 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

    0 grocery stores, 9 restaurants, 0 parks mapped in town.

    No score vs TX towns

  • Getting around: grade D

    Average commute 25 min, 7.6% work from home.

    18 of 100 vs US towns

  • Education levels: grade F

    6.5% have a bachelor’s degree.

    2 of 100 vs US towns

  • Health: grade D-

    34% of adults uninsured.

    16 of 100 vs US towns

  • Home ownership: grade C-

    61% of homes owner-occupied.

    36 of 100 vs US towns

  • Internet access: grade F

    75% of homes have broadband.

    6 of 100 vs US towns

Where Von Ormy stands out compared with Texas

Better than Texas

  • Home value to income: 2.1x43% lower than Texas (3.6x)
  • Median rent: $1,15318% lower than Texas ($1,403)
  • Average commute: 25 min6% lower than Texas (27 min)

Worse than Texas

  • Adults with a bachelor's degree or higher: 6.5%27 points lower than Texas (34%)
  • Median household income: $38,86950% lower than Texas ($78,476)
  • Homes with broadband internet: 75%16 points lower than Texas (91%)

Cost of living in Von Ormy

Von Ormy 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 68% 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 $80,000, 72% lower than the Texas median. With 20% down and a 30-year loan at 7.28%, the monthly payment comes to about $438 before tax, or $539 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 Von Ormy pays $1,217 a year, 71% 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 Von OrmyStudio$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 rent18% lower than Texas$1,153$1,403$1,413
Median home value72% lower than Texas$80,000$283,800$332,700
Home value to income43% lower than Texas2.1x3.6x4.1x
Renters paying 30%+ of income on rent16 points higher than Texas68%52%51%
Median property tax per year71% lower than Texas$1,217$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 Texas198919921980

Monthly cost to buy a median home

$539
Mortgage payment
$438
Property tax
$101
Median rent, for comparison
$1,153

Based on a $80,000 home in Von Ormy, 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 Von Ormy

Everyday places mapped inside Von Ormy, from Overture Maps.

The average one-way commute is 25 minutes, 6% shorter than the Texas average. 8% 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 15 miles away in a straight line. Many people who live in Von Ormy work elsewhere in the metro, so test the drive at rush hour before you commit.

The median household income is $38,869, income per person is $24,673, unemployment is 5.4% and 7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree.

Grocery stores
0
Pharmacies
0
Restaurants
9
Cafes
0
Bars
0
Parks
0
Gyms
0
Hospitals and urgent care
0
Childcare
0
Libraries
0

Jobs, income and education

MeasureHereTexasUS
Median household income50% lower than Texas$38,869$78,476$80,734
Income per person39% lower than Texas$24,673$40,752$44,673
Unemployment rateAbout the same as Texas5.4%5.3%5.2%
People below the poverty line10 points higher than Texas23%14%12%
Adults with a bachelor's degree or higher27 points lower than Texas6.5%34%36%
Adults with a high school diploma or higher15 points lower than Texas71%86%90%
Adults 18 to 64 without health insurance14 points higher than Texas34%20%11%
Homes with broadband internet16 points lower than Texas75%91%91%

Getting to work

MeasureHereTexasUS
Average commute6% lower than Texas25 min27 min26 min
Workers who work from home7 points lower than Texas7.6%14%15%
Workers who work from home7.6%
Workers who take transit0%
Workers who walk0%
Workers who bike0%

Who lives in Von Ormy

Under 1821%
18 to 3424%
35 to 6440%
65 and over16%

Median age 36.6 years. 32% of households have children.

Race and ethnicity
White13%
Hispanic or Latino87%
Black0%
Asian0%
Other or more than one race0.3%

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

Weather in Von Ormy

Von Ormy 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 Von Ormy40°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, 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 Von Ormy

    Nearby, Somerset gets a B-, Lytle gets a C+ and LaCoste 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. B-SomersetTown, 2,005 people3 mi
    2. C+LytleTown, 2,492 people9 mi
    3. B-LaCosteTown, 1,365 people10 mi
    4. DSan AntonioCity, 1,479,835 people13 mi
    5. B+CastrovilleTown, 3,092 people15 mi
    6. D-Leon ValleySmall city, 11,446 people15 mi

    Von Ormy 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. 45D-Leon Valley11,446 people6 mito downtown
    5. 46D-Devine4,476 people32 mito downtown
    6. 47D-Hondo8,713 people39 mito downtown
    7. 48D-Von Ormy1,142 people15 mito downtown
    8. 49D-Sandy Oaks5,396 people21 mito downtown
    9. 50FLakehills6,130 people28 mito downtown
    10. 51FCharlotte1,466 people43 mito downtown

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    Living in Von Ormy: common questions

    Is Von Ormy, TX a good place to live?

    We give Von Ormy a D-. It ranks 659th 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 Von Ormy?

    Renters in Von Ormy pay a median of $1,153 a month, 18% lower than the Texas median. The median home is worth $80,000, 72% lower than the Texas median. A median home costs 2.1x 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 $539, including property tax.

    Is Von Ormy safe?

    In 2025, Von Ormy Police Department reported 735 violent crimes per 100,000 people, 90% higher than the Texas rate. Property crime was 735 per 100,000, 65% 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 Von Ormy?

    Summers in Von Ormy 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 Von Ormy?

    The average one-way commute is 25 min, 6% lower than the Texas average. About 7.6% of workers work from home. It is about 15 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.