Canyon Lake, TX

U.S. News Ratings
Population 20,900
Crime Rate Low
Cost of Living Low
Health Care Limited
Median Home Price Low
Median Income Average

Climate

Canyon Lake experiences warm summers and mild winters.

Geography

The city is located in the Texas hill country, north of San Antonio and southwest of Austin.

Cultural Attractions

Canyon Lake is the site of the largest dinosaur tracks in the state, and the Heritage Museum of the Texas Hill Country.

Recreation

Canyon Lake and the Guadalupe River provide ample opportunities for water activities.

Historical

Though the Canyon Dam, which sparked the area’s development, was finished in the mid-1960s, the city was not recognized by the U.S. Census Bureau as a distinct community until 1980.

Demographics

Demographic Detail

Population:
20,900
Population under 55:
63.9%
Population over 55:
36.1%

City Detail

Crime rate:
Low
Closest large city:
San Antonio

Marital Status 2010

Weather

Weather Detail

Air quality:
Good
Temperature:
93°F July High, 35°F January Low

Jobs & Economy

Housing

Median income:
$46,242
Median home price:
$123,750
Average property tax:
$2,368

Income & Jobs

Unemployment rate 2010:
6.6%
Low
Cost of living:
Low

Employment Projections

Education

K–12

Elementary schools:
2
Middle schools:
2
High schools:
1

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Higher Education

Best Colleges at the location:
0
Best Colleges within 30 miles:
4
Best Colleges within 50 miles:
12

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Health Care & Retirement

Hospitals

Hospitals/Best Hospitals at the location:
0/0
Hospitals/Best Hospitals within 30 miles:
8/0
Hospitals/Best Hospitals within 50 miles:
59/1

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Retirement Facilities

Community care facilities for the elderly:
3

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