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San Antonio city, TX

ZIP 78242 — Commute & Transit

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2019–2023 5-Year Estimates. Page data updated 2026-08-02.

Working ClassLow Snow Area

Commute modes, vehicles, walkability, and job access

Commute & Transit in San Antonio city, TX (78242)

Commute Mode

92% drive to work — car-dependent area; consider vehicle access.

Household Vehicles

Typical household vehicle ownership.

Commute Indicators
Work From Home
5.4%-64% vs US avg
x
No Vehicle
1.8%-79% vs US avg
x
N/A
Avg Commute
6:00-6:29 a.m.
Peak Departure
Walkability

EPA Smart Location Database. High scores mean less car dependency.

Walkability Score (1–100)53
x

Somewhat walkable

Transit Access

EPA Smart Location Database (residential-weighted).

Distance to nearest transit (mi)
0.21
Transit stops within ½ mile
4.24
Jobs accessible by transit (45 min)
95,028

Commute & Transit key statistics

Commute statistics
Commute
Mean commute (min)180.0
Drive alone92.0%
Work from home5.4%
Transit1.0%