Brooks has generated over $1.34 billion in mixed-use development since its designation as a city-initiated tax increment reinvestment zone (TIRZ) in 2004, and another $680 million is underway. So far, there has been $133 million invested in infrastructure updates.
Home to Many
There are now 6 residential options housing more than 1,400 current residents. Another 5 future residential options will house more than 7,500 projected residents.
Brooks Means Business
There are more than 50 businesses boasting 3,000+ jobs, and at least another 1,400 anticipated in the future.
The result? The unemployment rate for the larger Brooks region is down 3.6 percent.
A Stronger Workforce
There are now 5 educational institutions, on the Brooks campus, from pre-K to medical school and TX FAME, with a total of more than 3,000 current students and more than 4,400 projected future students.
Regional Prosperity
With the increase in housing, education, and employment opportunities in the area, more people choose to live, work, learn, play, and stay at Brooks, spending their money on, near and around the Brooks campus. This keeps spending in and around the immediate area instead of it migrating to other parts of town.
As Brooks Goes, So Goes San Antonio
The greater Brooks region has contributed more than $127 million in tax revenue to San Antonio and Bexar County since 2011. Another $41 million in tax revenue is expected by 2029. Our success contributes to San Antonio’s success.
Success on a Human Scale
Increasing educational, professional, and recreational activities have made an impact not only on businesses and tax revenues, but on area residents as well.
From 2012–2022, the median household income increased:
- 32.9% in the Brooks campus ZIP code
- 43.9% in the Brooks TIRZ
- 27.8% in the larger Brooks region
From 2012–2022, high school graduation rates increased:
- 7.4% in the Brooks campus ZIP code
- 11.1% in the Brooks TIRZ
- 9.9% in the larger Brooks region
and college graduation rates increased:
- 4.3% in the Brooks campus ZIP code
- 5% in the Brooks TIRZ
- 1.6% in the larger Brooks region
Pay It Forward
In addition, Brooks Gives Back has given almost $700,000 to nonprofits (as of today) that help the community in ZIP codes surrounding Brooks — specifically, 78235, 78223, and 78214.
Brooks' Designations
Subject Matter Expertise
Brooks Development Authority is the authority on the development and adaptive reuse of military installations. Our team can create, strategize, and navigate public-private partnerships to breathe new life into historic properties, while understanding how to honor and include surrounding cultures and communities for shared success.
For a shareable overview of Brooks’ impact, download the Brooks Impact fact sheet.
The Brooks Vision
Since its inception, the goal for Brooks has been economic prosperity and sustainable growth not just for Brooks, but for San Antonio and South Texas. Learn more about the vision of Brooks and what makes it a region to watch.
Make Your Next Move
Brooks has over 300 acres left to develop and a range of customizable commercial spaces for any type of business: retail, office, build-to-suit, academic, light industrial, manufacturing, and mixed-use developments. Browse available properties and start planning your next big move.
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