Boerne, TX

Texas · Metropolitan Area

Boerne is a small city in Texas with a population of 19,509. Residents earn $86,838 per year, which is 16% above the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
19,509 Population 1,660/sq mi density
$86,838 Median Income $44,880 per capita
$437,100 Home Value $549,527 Zillow
$1,577 Median Rent
67°F Avg Temperature
241 Violent Crime/100K 2,311 property/100K
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.7 / 5.0
$86,838 median income, 1.7% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.8 / 5.0
$437,100 home value, $1,577/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
241 violent crimes/100K (37% below avg)
A+
Education
4.8 / 5.0
47.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $86,838
16% higher than US avg
Home Value $437,100
55% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 241/100K
37% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 47.0%
39% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,577
36% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.3%
10% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.7%
53% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.7%
46% lower than US avg

How Boerne Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population19,509
Median Age38.6 yrs
Density1,660/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 76%

Economy

A+
Median Income$86,838
Per Capita$44,880
Unemployment1.7%
Poverty6.7%
County GDP$3,532M
Commute26 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$437,100
Rent$1,577
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$549,527

Crime

F
Violent241/100K
Property2,311/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault163/100K
Burglary218/100K

Health

Obesity35.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.5%
Heart Disease4.9%

Climate

Avg Temp67°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain37.5 in/yr
Elevation1,433 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+47.0%
High School+90.7%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute26 min
EV Stations13
Libraries3

Is Boerne a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Boerne receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, low crime rates, a highly educated population. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Boerne offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Boerne is $86,838, 16% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.7%. Only 6.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Boerne is $437,100, making it a premium housing market at 55% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,577 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Boerne is below the national average at 241 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,311 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 47.0% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 90.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Boerne enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F. Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 37.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Boerne has a population of 19,509 with a density of 1,660 people per square mile. The median age is 38.6 years, 1% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (75.7%), with 1.7% Hispanic, 1.4% Black.

Population

19,509
Total Population
1,660
People / sq mi
38.6yrs
Median Age
1% below US avg
11.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.7%
Female 52.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Boerne vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only84.0%
7% above US avg
Spanish16.0%
19% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Boerne vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Boerne is $86,838, which is 16% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Boerne vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$86,838
16% above US avg
Per Capita Income$44,880
Avg Weekly Wage$1,203
IRS Avg AGI$160,820

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.7%
53% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.7%
46% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,942
County GDP$3,532M

Business (County)

Restaurants130
Healthcare184
Retail175
Manufacturing57

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$11,657
233% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.67%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.7 min
Work from Home16.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Boerne is $437,100, 55% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,577 (36% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $549,527.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$437,100
55% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$549,527
Median List Price$535,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$535,000
$/Sq Ft$195
Homes Sold16
Sale-to-List Ratio95.2%
Price Drops28.1%
Inventory96

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,577
36% above US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$1,480

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$887
1 Bedroom$935
2 Bedrooms$1,149
3 Bedrooms$1,497
4 Bedrooms$1,733

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied61.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$11,657
233% above US avg
Effective Rate2.67%
In Boerne, 35.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.5% report depression. 21.8% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Boerne vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.3%
10% above US avg
Diabetes9.5%
Heart Disease4.9%
High Blood Pressure29.9%
Asthma9.7%
COPD5.2%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.3%
Physical Inactivity21.8%
Depression22.5%
Mental Distress16.7%
Physical Distress11.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.9%
Checkup Rate73.4%
Premature Death5,626/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.6/10
Exercise Access78.6%
Healthcare Facilities184
Boerne has a violent crime rate of 241 per 100,000 residents, 37% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 2,311 per 100,000 (18% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

Crime Rates: Boerne vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent241.2/100K
37% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape54.5/100K
Robbery23.3/100K
Assault163.4/100K

Property Crime

Total Property2,310.7/100K
18% above US avg
Burglary217.9/100K
Theft2,030.7/100K
Vehicle Theft62.2/100K
Arson7.8/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Boerne has an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

49°F Jan (9°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average66.5°F
23% above US avg
January Average49°F (9°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.5 inches
1% below US avg
Snowfall0.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,433 ft (437 m)
Area11.8 sq mi (30.4 km²)
Population Density1,660/sq mi
Coordinates29.7849°N, 98.7279°W
County FIPS48259
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 47.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (39% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 55.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 77.4%
D 21.7%

Winner: Republican by 55.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+47.0%
39% above US avg
High School+90.7%
School Test Score5.10
A+ Education Grade (4.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density1,660/sq mi
Total Area11.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations13
Alt Fuel Stations16
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities184
Restaurants130
Retail Stores175

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.7 min
Work from Home16.2%

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