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Universal City, TX


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Universal City, Texas

Universal City, Texas, in Bexar county, is 14 miles NE of San Antonio, Texas. The people of the city are in the San Antonio metropolitan area. Universal City has a population of 14,849.

The People and Families of Universal City

In Universal City, about 59% of adults are married.

Wealth and Education

In 2000, Universal City had a median family income of $59,109. Universal City is full of successful families and individuals. The city has a large middle class. Universal City benefits from its educated workforce.

Political Inclinations

In the 2004 Presidential fund-raising sweepstakes, George W. Bush came out ahead among Universal City residents, with $4,550. Residents gave more to the Republican party than any of the others.

Universal City Housing

In Universal City, 59% of the houses and apartments are occupied by the owners, not rented out. If you prefer houses that are on the new side, the city may be the place for you - the average age of homes here is quite young. Landlords in Universal City rent a large number of single bedroom units. The city has higher property taxes than most places in Texas, which provides more money for local schools and services.

Commuting

In Universal City, 94% of commuters drive to work.

High Points

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

CategoryTrophy
Well-Paid Single Women
(vs. State)
Top 8%Universal City Well-Paid Single Women
Well-Paid Single Men
(vs. State)
Top 9%Universal City Well-Paid Single Men
Racial Diversity
(vs. Peers)
Top 9%Universal City Racial Diversity
College Educated Adults
(vs. State)
Top 13%Universal City College Educated Adults
Median Family Income
(vs. State)
Top 16%Universal City Median Family Income
People in Middle Class or Better
(vs. State)
Top 17%Universal City People in Middle Class or Better

Comparative Profile of Universal City, TX

Comparing Universal City 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
Racial Diversity108
Male Share of the Population87
Well-Paid Single Men810
Well-Paid Single Women810
Age of the Population67
Children Under 5 Years Old53
Senior Citizens44
Female Share of the Population34

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Portion of People Married75
Average Household Size53

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
College Educated Adults89
Median Family Income79
People in Middle Class or Better79
People Above Poverty68

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Short Commute Times67
Walking and Biking to Work57
Public Transportation Use48
Working at Home45

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals910
Housing Recently Built98
People Living Alone46
Affordability of Rents42
Affordability of Property Taxes42
Seasonal and Vacation Housing32

Crime

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Low Property Crime77
Low Violent Crime56

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