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Moving to San Antonio, TX
San Antonio is one of the fastest-growing large cities in the United States. Between July 1, 2023, and July 1, 2024, the city added approximately 24,000 residents, bringing its population to about 1,526,656 and ranking it fourth in the nation for numeric population increase during that period.
Getting to San Antonio
San Antonio International Airport (SAT)
San Antonio is served by San Antonio International Airport (SAT), the city’s primary commercial airport. SAT is located roughly 8 miles (about 13 kilometers) north of downtown San Antonio and is connected to the central city by roadway and public transit options.
Major Highways
San Antonio is connected to other regions by several major interstate highways:
- Interstate 10 (I-10) runs generally east–west through the San Antonio area and is one of the city’s principal freeway corridors.
- Interstate 35 (I-35) passes through San Antonio and is a major north–south route in the region, linking the city to communities to the north and south.
- Interstate 37 (I-37) connects the San Antonio area with points to the south, including the Texas Gulf Coast.
These interstates, along with other regional roads, support travel into, out of, and within the metropolitan area.
Where to Live
San Antonio includes many residential areas and districts discussed in local neighborhood and relocation guides. Examples of commonly referenced areas include:
- Downtown San Antonio – the city’s central business district, near offices, the River Walk, cultural venues, and major hotels.
- Southtown – an urban district near downtown that local guides describe as an arts-oriented area with galleries, restaurants, and walkable streets.
- Pearl District (Pearl) – a redeveloped mixed-use area north of downtown that includes residential units, restaurants, shops, and public gathering spaces in and around the former Pearl Brewery complex.
- Stone Oak – a master-planned area in North Central San Antonio that neighborhood guides describe as a suburban-style community with residential developments and nearby schools and services.
- Alamo Ranch – identified in local real-estate and neighborhood resources as a fast-growing area on the Far West Side of San Antonio, with new housing developments and retail centers.
- The Dominion – a gated community frequently mentioned in real-estate guides as one of the city’s high-profile residential areas.
- Terrell Hills, Olmos Park, and Monte Vista – established central-area communities that neighborhood and housing guides describe as residential districts noted for historic or older homes and proximity to central San Antonio.
Finding the Right Fit
When moving to San Antonio, factors that residents commonly consider include commute distance and access to major highways, proximity to downtown or employment centers, the general character of the neighborhood (urban core, mixed-use district, or suburban-style community), and availability of services and amenities. Because the metropolitan area covers a large geographic region with distinct districts and neighborhoods, prospective residents often review multiple areas and neighborhood resources before deciding where to live.
