San Antonio Sees 24% Surge in Senior Renters, Reflecting National Trend
San Antonio, TX – July 5, 2025 – New U.S. Census data reveals a notable increase in the number of senior citizens choosing to rent their homes in San Antonio. Over the past decade, the city has experienced a 24% surge in renters aged 65 and older, now totaling over 11,000 individuals [[1]]. This local trend mirrors a nationwide phenomenon, with the senior renter population across the 75 largest U.S.metros growing by 2.4 million over the same period.
Key Findings:
San Antonio Ranking: The San Antonio-New Braunfels metro area ranks No. 62 nationally for the highest growth rate in senior renters between 2013 and 2023.
Single-Family Rentals: The number of seniors renting single-family homes in the area has increased by 12.8% as 2013, representing nearly 2,300 San antonians.
Texas & National Leaders: Austin-Round Rock, TX, leads the state with an 81.1% increase in senior renters, while baton Rouge, LA, and New York-Newark-Jersey City, NY, lead the nation in growth rate and numerical increase, respectively.
Motivations for Renting: seniors are increasingly opting to rent to simplify their lives, reduce financial burdens associated with homeownership, live closer to family, or access medical services [[1]].
* Financial Sensitivity: A Harris Poll indicates that seniors now have a lower tolerance for high interest rates, making renting a more attractive option than buying [[1]].
This “senior renter boom” is also linked to a trend of elderly individuals seeking lifestyle changes and prioritizing flexibility over the responsibilities of homeownership. The data suggests a shifting demographic landscape in San Antonio and across the country, with a growing number of seniors embracing the convenience and affordability of renting.
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