San Antonio MSA

San Antonio MSA ranks #4 of 26 Texas metros on residential builders—1,021 firms active in 2022, according to ALEX Intelligence’s latest data. This isn't just about volume; it’s a signal of deep market resilience and long-term confidence in the region’s growth trajectory. Why does this matter? Because it shows that even amid national headwinds, San Antonio continues to attract sustained construction investment. The ranking reflects not just current activity, but a strategic commitment to sustainable, high-quality development. This data comes directly from the source: https://alex-companies.com/data/2026-11-02-sa-msa-istand-2361-msa. How do you interpret this ranking in your market? What does it say about long-term value? Residential Builders, top 10 (ALEX Intelligence — U.S. Census Bureau 2022) #1 Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington, TX — 3,195 #2 Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands, TX — 2,659 #3 Austin-Round Rock-San Marcos, TX — 1,564 #4 San Antonio-New Braunfels, TX — 1,021 #5 El Paso, TX — 282 #6 McAllen-Edinburg-Mission, TX — 199 #7 Lubbock, TX — 185 #8 Corpus Christi, TX — 166 #9 Killeen-Temple, TX — 163 #10 College Station-Bryan, TX — 160 Photos via Wikimedia Commons: Slide 1: USDAgov (Public domain) https://commons.wikimedia.org/?curid=184881693; Slide 2: Travis K. Witt (CC BY-SA 4.0) https://commons.wikimedia.org/?curid=82172097; Slide 3: Jonmallard (CC BY-SA 4.0) https://commons.wikimedia.org/?curid=72185742; Slide 4: Hit527 (CC BY-SA 4.0) https://commons.wikimedia.org/?curid=62211496 Source: https://alex-companies.com/data/2026-11-02-sa-msa-istand-2361-msa View and join any or all of our communities — AI, quantum, and real estate: https://alex-companies.com/reports/linkedin-groups If there's an AI, quantum, or real estate community you'd like to see us convene, tell us — this portfolio grows by request. Real Estate Strategy & Intelligence Leader. Democratized Blue Ocean Strategist & Operator. Diane Hart Alexander, MBA, MHA Chair & CEO, ALEX Companies Designated Broker, Alexander Tiffany Southwest, LLC dba ALEX.realestate, et.al. Texas License #574877-B · Broker License #565194-BB [email protected] · +1 713.591.9902
Source data: Source: U.S. Census Bureau, County Business Patterns 2022, NAICS 2361 (Residential building construction) · ALEX Intelligence computation
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