San Marcos

TX

Hays County, Texas

Population 269K |Median income $89,097 |4 hospitals

Population
268,638
Hays County
Median Income
$89,097
+31% vs avg
Median Home Value
$399,800
+76% vs avg
Median Age
34.1
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
269K+64%
Median Income
$89,097+52%
Median Home Value
$399,800+128%
Poverty Rate
12.1%-29%
Unemployment
4.4%-41%

Economics

Median Rent
$1,495/mo
Poverty Rate
12.1% -15% vs avg
Unemployment 4.4%
Bachelor's Degree+ 43.2%
Work From Home 18.1%
Public Transit 0.5%

Population

White 60.5%
African American 4.1%
Asian 2%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Short Sleep Duration
35.1%
Obesity
34.5%
High Blood Pressure
29%
Physical Inactivity
23.1%
Binge Drinking
18.8%
Frequent Mental Distress
17%
Lack of Health Insurance
16.6%
Frequent Physical Distress
11.7%
Current Smoking
10.8%
Diabetes
10.2%

Preventive Care

Annual Checkup 71.6%
Dental Visit 58.6%

Other Measures

Current Asthma
9.3%
Coronary Heart Disease
4.7%
Stroke
2.5%

Hospitals 4 total

Rating Distribution
★★★★★
1
★★★★
1
★★★
0
★★
0
★
0
Average Rating
4.5/5
Total Hospitals
4
With ER
2
ASCENSION SETON HAYS
KYLE · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★★★
CHRISTUS SANTA ROSA HOSPITAL-SAN MARCOS
SAN MARCOS · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★★☆

Alerts & News — San Marcos Area 6

Weather Alerts high

Red Flag Warning Issued for Deep South Texas: Critical Fire Weather Risk Through Monday

NOAA · 2d ago
Weather Alerts high

Special Marine Warning Issued for Galveston Bay Through Sunday Night

NOAA · 2d ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for East Texas and Northwest Louisiana

NOAA · 3d ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Tyler and Jasper Counties in Southeast Texas

NOAA · 3d ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Jasper and Tyler Counties in Southeast Texas

NOAA · 3d ago
Disasters

FEMA Authorizes Fire Management Assistance for Corner Pocket Fire in Texas

FEMA · 3d ago

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of San Marcos, TX? ▼
San Marcos, TX has a population of 268,638 people, located in Hays County, Texas.
What is the median household income in San Marcos? ▼
The median household income in San Marcos, TX is $89,097 per year. The poverty rate is 12.1%.
What is the median home value in San Marcos? ▼
The median home value in San Marcos, TX is $399,800. Median rent is $1,495/month.
What are the top health concerns in San Marcos? ▼
The top health indicators in San Marcos include Short Sleep Duration (35.1%), Obesity (34.5%), High Blood Pressure (29%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in San Marcos? ▼
San Marcos has 4 hospitals with an average rating of 4.5/5 stars. 2 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in San Marcos? ▼
The median age in San Marcos, TX is 34.1 years. 43.2% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

San Marcos, TX is located in Hays County, Texas. With a population of 269K and a median household income of $89,097, the community faces health challenges including short sleep duration and obesity. Residents have access to 4 hospitals with an average rating of 4.5/5 stars. Safety alerts for the San Marcos area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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Data Sources

All data on this page comes from official U.S. government sources. Population and economic data from the Census Bureau American Community Survey (2022 5-year estimates). Health data from the CDC PLACES program (2023). Hospital ratings from CMS Hospital Compare (2024). Data is county-level (Hays County) as the smallest consistent geographic unit across all sources.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI UCR, CDC PLACES, and NCES. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.