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New Braunfels, Texas

Introduction to New Braunfels, Texas

New Braunfels, Texas, in Comal county, is 29 miles NE of San Antonio, Texas. The city is located in the San Antonio metropolitan area. New Braunfels has a population of 36,494.

New Braunfels History

New Braunfels was founded in 1845 by Carl of Solms-Braunfels, the German Prince. He also named the city after Braunfels, his birthplace in Germany. However, some believe it was named after Prince Carl. Braunfels, in German, means "brown rock". The city's name was often spelled "Neu-Braunfels" during the 19th century. Until World War II, the city published two newspapers, The Herald, which was published in English, and The Zeitung, which was published in German. In fact, the present newspaper of the city, Herald Zeitung, is a combination of these two newspapers.

New Braunfels and nearby Attractions

  • Canyon Park
  • Natural Bridge Caverns
  • Childrens Museum in New Braunfels
  • Clear Springs Aviaries and Zoological Gardens
  • Heritage Village-Museum of Texas
  • Museum of Texas Handmade Furniture

Things To Do In New Braunfels

New Braunfels is home to several museums including Sophienburg Museum, Childrens Museum in New Braunfels, and Braunfels Fire Museum. One can enjoy a variety of recreational activities at Prince Solms Park, Comal Park, Lamar Park, and Cypress Bend Park. Golf enthusiasts will enjoy the facilities offered at the Bandit Golf Club and Landa Park Municipal Golf Course. It is also worth visiting the Schlitterbahn Water Park. The San Antonio Zoo can be reached within a few minutes by car.

New Braunfels Transportation

Air transportation is available from San Antonio International Airport.

New Braunfels Higher Education

Opportunities for higher education are offered by Southwest Texas State University, St Philips College, and Trinity University.

High Points

New Braunfels strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in Texas):

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College Educated Adults
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Comparative Profile of New Braunfels, TX

Comparing New Braunfels to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Texas (State):

Ratings range from 1 (lowest) to 10 (highest).


The People

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Senior Citizens98
Female Share of the Population77
Age of the Population77
Children Under 5 Years Old65
Racial Diversity66
Well-Paid Single Men48
Well-Paid Single Women49
Male Share of the Population44

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Portion of People Married75
Average Household Size65

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
College Educated Adults69
People Above Poverty57
People in Middle Class or Better57
Median Family Income48

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Short Commute Times77
Working at Home78
Walking and Biking to Work27
Public Transportation Use16

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Seasonal and Vacation Housing109
Housing Recently Built88
Affordability of Property Taxes73
Affordability of Rents62
People Living Alone56
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals48

Crime

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Low Violent Crime54
Low Property Crime22

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