San Antonio offers access to experienced surrogacy professionals at a lower cost of living than other major Texas cities.
$100K–$140K
Avg. surrogacy cost
6+
Fertility clinics
Yes
Surrogacy-friendly
Growing
LGBT+ protections
San Antonio is the second-largest city in Texas and offers intended parents a more affordable option for surrogacy. The city's lower cost of living can translate to lower surrogate compensation and service costs compared to Houston or Dallas.
San Antonio has a growing and increasingly visible LGBT+ community. The city has expanded its non-discrimination protections in recent years, and several family-building professionals in the area actively serve LGBT+ clients. The city's proximity to Austin (80 miles) provides additional access to LGBT-focused resources.
San Antonio has several fertility clinics with IVF and gestational surrogacy experience. The city's large military community (multiple bases) has driven growth in fertility services, as military families frequently use surrogacy and IVF.
Some intended parents in San Antonio choose to work with clinics in Austin or Houston for specific procedures, which are easily accessible by car.
Surrogacy costs in San Antonio tend to be on the lower end of the Texas range, from $100,000 to $140,000+. The lower cost of living may result in somewhat lower surrogate compensation and agency fees compared to Houston and Dallas.
Bexar County courts process gestational surrogacy agreements and pre-birth orders. Working with a local surrogacy attorney ensures your case is filed correctly and moves through the court system smoothly. For same-sex couples and single parents, local legal experience is especially important.
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