City of San Antonio
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| City of San Antonio | |
|---|---|
| Name | City of San Antonio |
| Settlement type | City |
| Nickname | Alamo City, River City |
| Motto | Fiesta San Antonio |
| Subdivision type | Country |
| Subdivision name | United States |
| Subdivision type1 | State |
| Subdivision name1 | Texas |
| Subdivision type2 | County |
| Subdivision name2 | Bexar |
| Established title | Founded |
| Established date | 1718 |
| Established title2 | Incorporated |
| Established date2 | June 5, 1837 |
| Government type | Council–Manager |
| Leader title | Mayor |
| Leader name | Ron Nirenberg |
| Leader title1 | City Council |
| Leader name1 | San Antonio City Council |
| Leader title2 | City Manager |
| Leader name2 | Erik Walsh |
| Area total sq mi | 504.64 |
| Area land sq mi | 498.85 |
| Area water sq mi | 5.79 |
| Elevation ft | 650 |
| Population total | 1,434,625 |
| Population as of | 2020 |
| Population density sq mi | 3,174.2 |
| Population metro | 2,558,143 |
| Timezone | CST |
| Utc offset | −6 |
| Timezone DST | CDT |
| Utc offset DST | −5 |
| Postal code type | ZIP Codes |
| Postal code | 78201–78299 |
| Area code | 210, 726 (planned) |
| Blank name | FIPS code |
| Blank info | 48-65000 |
| Blank1 name | GNIS feature ID |
| Blank1 info | 1374764 |
| Website | https://www.sanantonio.gov/ |
City of San Antonio. It is the seventh-most populous city in the United States and the second-largest in the state of Texas. Founded as a Spanish mission and colonial outpost in 1718, the city is famed for the Battle of the Alamo during the Texas Revolution. Today, it is a major cultural and economic hub, anchored by institutions like Joint Base San Antonio and the South Texas Medical Center.
History
The area's earliest inhabitants included bands of Coahuiltecan peoples. Spanish colonization began in 1718 with the establishment of the Mission San Antonio de Valero, later known as the Alamo, and the Presidio San Antonio de Béxar by Martín de Alarcón and Father Antonio de San Buenaventura y Olivares. The settlement became the capital of Spanish Texas and later Coahuila y Tejas. The city was central to the Texas Revolution, most notably as the site of the 1836 Battle of the Alamo, where figures like William B. Travis, James Bowie, and Davy Crockett died. After Texas joined the United States, the city grew as a commercial center for cattle and later as a major military post, with Fort Sam Houston established in 1876. The 20th century saw expansion through military investment, culminating in the creation of Joint Base San Antonio, and significant growth following World War II.
Geography
San Antonio is located in south-central Texas on the Balcones Escarpment. The city is drained by the San Antonio River, which feeds into the Guadalupe River and eventually the Gulf of Mexico. Its terrain transitions from the flat Texas Hill Country to the north and west into the fertile plains of the South Texas Plains. Major waterways include the San Antonio River and Cibolo Creek. The climate is classified as humid subtropical, characterized by hot summers and mild winters, with occasional severe weather from thunderstorms and the rare threat from hurricanes.
Demographics
According to the 2020 United States Census, the city had a population of over 1.43 million. The metropolitan statistical area encompasses Bexar County and several others, with a population exceeding 2.5 million. The city has a majority Hispanic and Latino population, largely of Mexican descent, contributing to a vibrant Tejano culture. Other significant ethnic groups include non-Hispanic White, African American, and Asian American communities. Religious affiliation is diverse, with strong Roman Catholic and Evangelical Protestant presences.
Economy
The city's economy is diversified, with key sectors including health care, tourism, financial services, and military-related activities. Joint Base San Antonio, one of the largest U.S. Department of Defense installations, is a major employer. The South Texas Medical Center is a leading biomedical research and care hub. Major corporations headquartered in the city include USAA, CPS Energy, and iHeartMedia. The tourism industry is driven by attractions like the Alamo and the River Walk. The city is also a center for cyber security research, supported by institutions like The University of Texas at San Antonio.
Culture and attractions
San Antonio is renowned for its rich cultural fusion, celebrated annually during Fiesta San Antonio. The historic San Antonio Missions National Historical Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, preserves four 18th-century Spanish missions in Texas. The iconic River Walk is a network of pedestrian paths along the San Antonio River lined with shops and restaurants. Other major attractions include the Tower of the Americas, the San Antonio Zoo, the San Antonio Museum of Art, and SeaWorld San Antonio. The city's culinary scene is famous for its Tex-Mex cuisine, and it is a center for conjunto music and Mariachi.
Government
San Antonio operates under a Council–manager government system. The city's elected officials include the Mayor of San Antonio, currently Ron Nirenberg, and the ten-member San Antonio City Council. Day-to-day operations are administered by the appointed City Manager, Erik Walsh. The city is the seat of Bexar County government. It is represented in the Texas Legislature by members of the Texas Senate and Texas House of Representatives, and in the United States Congress by representatives including Joaquín Castro.
Category:San Antonio Category:Cities in Texas Category:County seats in Texas Category:Populated places established in 1718