San Marcos, TX
Full City Profile · Texas · Caldwell County County
San Marcos, TX
At a Glance
How San Marcos Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows San Marcos's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is San Marcos a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
San Marcos residents earn a median household income of $51,030 , which is 32% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $26,576. The unemployment rate stands at 6.1% (69% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 11.5% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 887 business establishments, including 75 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in San Marcos is $269,700 , 4% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $306,851. Median rent is $1,299/month, with 38.7% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 97.1 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1997.
Safety & Crime
San Marcos reports 367 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 3% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,269/100K. The murder rate is 0.0/100K.
Education
37.3% of adults in San Marcos hold a bachelor's degree or higher (11% above the national average). 90.9% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.6/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
San Marcos has an average annual temperature of 69°F (20°C). Winters average 51°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 36.6 inches.