Caregiver Salary in San Antonio-New Braunfels, TX (2023)

Home health and personal care aides in the San Antonio-New Braunfels, TX area earn a median of $10.92/hour ($22,710/year), based on the latest U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data. That is 32.3% below the national caregiver median.

Median hourly pay
$10.92
$22,710/year
Average hourly pay
$11.58
$24,080/year
Caregivers employed
30,180
in the San Antonio-New Braunfels area
vs national median
-32.3%
Nat'l median: $16.12/hr

Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2023. SOC 31-1121 + 31-1122 (combined).

How to earn more as a San Antonio-New Braunfels caregiver

The $10.92/hour figure is the BLS median across all employers — that includes home care agencies, hospice services, and self-employed caregivers. Several legitimate paths can put you on the higher side of that range:

Want to be paid to care for a family member in Texas?

Several Texas Medicaid waivers, state programs, and VA benefits allow family caregivers to be paid an hourly wage. See exactly which programs you qualify for and how to apply step-by-step.

See the Texas caregiver pay guide →

Caregiver salary FAQs — San Antonio-New Braunfels

What is the average caregiver salary in San Antonio-New Braunfels?

The average hourly wage for home health and personal care aides in San Antonio-New Braunfels is $11.58, with a median of $10.92. Annual pay averages $24,080 (mean) or $22,710 (median), per BLS OEWS May 2023 data.

How does San Antonio-New Braunfels caregiver pay compare to the national average?

Caregivers in San Antonio-New Braunfels earn 32.3% below the national median of $16.12/hour.

Can I be paid to care for my parent in San Antonio-New Braunfels?

Yes — through Medicaid's consumer-directed services, VA programs, or private long-term care insurance. See our Texas guide for the exact application steps.

Do I need a certification to work as a caregiver in San Antonio-New Braunfels?

Not always for non-medical companion care, but a CNA, HHA, or PCA certificate is required by most agencies and typically increases hourly pay by 10–25%. Medicaid-funded roles often require state-approved training.

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