Medina, Bandera County, Texas

Medina is an unincorporated community in Bandera County, Texas, United States. It is part of the San Antonio Metropolitan Statistical Area. Medina is famous for its apples. The community's population was estimated to be 515 in 2000.

History

Although it is unincorporated, Medina has a post office, with the ZIP code of 78055.

Geography

Medina is located at the intersection of Texas State Highway 16 and Farm to Market Road 337, northwest of Bandera and south of Kerrville in central Bandera County.
The town is also located at the source of the namesake Medina River, where it splits into the North and West Prongs.

Climate

The climate in this area is characterized by hot, humid summers and generally mild to cool winters. According to the Köppen Climate Classification system, Medina has a humid subtropical climate, abbreviated "Cfa" on climate maps.

Education

Medina is served by the Medina Independent School District and home to the Medina High School Bobcats. This is one of the school districts in Bandera County, in addition to Bandera Independent School District and a small portion of Northside Independent School District.