Helotes, Texas is located in Bexar County on the northwest side of San Antonio. This neighborhood is part of the San Antonio-New Braunfels Metropolitan Statistical Area. Small bands of Native American Indians were the first to occupy the area. After the Texas Revolution, it became a small farming and ranching area. A Scottish immigrant purchased the land in 1858 and his home served as a post office and stagecoach stop. Helotes, TX occupies 6.6 square miles and is just two miles from the outer beltway of San Antonio.
Historically, Helotes has had a diverse population and it is still true today. The population by ethnicity is comprised of 89.9% white and 26.5% Hispanic or Latino. Black or African Americans account tor 2.5% of the population and Asians represent 2.8% of residents. 2.5% Black or African American and 0.2% Native Hawaiian and other pacific islanders in the neighborhood follow this.
Of the total population, males account for a slight bit less than half of residents at 49.1%, while female population is 50.9%. Residents that are 18 years old and over are 73.2% and residents 65 years and older are 10.8% of the population. Of all the residents, 72.4% are married and 27.6% are single. The average age in Helotes is 38.9.
The employment statistics in Helotes TX shows the income per capita at $42,467 this is compared to the state of Texas at $25,809 and the national average at $28,051. Helotes income per capita is 51% greater than the national average. The median household income is almost double of the state and national averages. In Helotes, it is $106,803 compared to the state of Texas at $51,563 and the national average of $53,046.
The valley of Helotes Creek exits from the Texas Hill Country and creates beautiful, natural landscape filled with wildlife. The homes in this neighborhood are set far back from the streets so they reside on large lots filled with native trees and grasses. The size of the lots lends themselves to intricate plantings of flowers, shrubs and bushes to delight the eye. You will see a large mixture of homes ranging from one- to two-stories in stucco, stone, and intricate brickwork on the entryways and the fronts of homes. All of the homes in this area have their own brand of curb appeal.
The labor force is comprised of 68.5% of the residents in this neighborhood with 76.4% of men and 56.8% of women working full time at 35 + hours per week. The largest income bracket for females is $40K to $65K per year and is 33.7% of the total of women in the workforce. The largest income bracket for working males is 24.8% and they earn $100K+ annual income.
The majority of males, at 18.6%, work in wholesale and retail services, whereas the majority of females, at 50.8%, work in education, health, and social services. These are the prevalent industries in Helotes, TX.
The housing market in this community is very stable. The median home price is $244,700, compared to the state of Texas, at $128,000 and the national average of $181,400. These figures point to the median home price in Helotes being 35% higher than the national average to support the beautiful homes and great estates in the area. The majority of the houses are occupied. The occupancy rate is an astounding 97.4 % leaving only 2.6 % available and vacant. The average household in this neighborhood has 7.3 rooms in it. The majority of the population at 45.8% spends only 10% to 19% of their monthly income on their home mortgage.
The weather in this area is exceptionally balmy year round. The average winter temperatures range from 53 degrees in December to 58 degrees in February. Spring temperatures start to warm in March with an average of 64 degrees and reach 77 degrees in May. The summer time brings temperatures from 83 degrees in June to 85% in August. Fall temperatures begin to drop in September to about 80 degrees on average and average temperatures in November at 63 degrees. There may be a few freezes per year and record highs have been recorded at 105 degrees in the summer over the history of Helotes.
Residents of Helotes need not venture out of the city limits for shopping. There are antique shops, automotive shops ,and fashion outlets, as well as grocery and fuel stores and specialty and retail outlets. With only a few minutes drive to San Antonio, you can visit museums, such as The Alamo, San Antonio Museum of Art, The DoSeum Museum for Children, and Ripley's San Antonio. Amusement parks abound and you can visit them all year round in the balmy weather. Some of the main attractions are SeaWorld San Antonio, The Resort at Schlitterbahn for water sport,s and the San Antonio Zoo. Parks and open spaces are abundant for relaxing with your family on a quiet day near a river.
Helotes is known for the sunny weather, high income per capita, low crime rates, and high graduation rates, which supports the community. The residents are a tight-knit group of people with like incomes, homes and interests and often have welcoming parties for new residents. Helotes, TX has a livability rate of 82. It is ranked as the 99th best place to live in the entire state of Texas, and the 841st best place to live in the United States.
According to the city of Helotes, Bloomberg Business Week named the area the "Best Small Town in Texas to Raise Kids. Despite the rapid growth in the past three decades, Helotes retains its small-town charm." Come and visit Helotes and experience the charm of a small community that is tucked away at the base of the Texas Hill Country. Chances are that after you experience this gem of a neighborhood, you will have found your new perfect home.
