Zip Code 75236

TX · Population: 18,249

F
22/100
31
D
Safety
9
F
Affordability
31
D
Quality of Life
19
F
Jobs
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About Zip Code 75236

Zip code 75236 is located in Texas and is home to approximately 18,249 residents. It receives an overall grade of F (score: 22/100), based on safety, affordability, quality of life, and employment metrics.

This area experiences higher crime rates than the national average. Residents should be aware of safety considerations.

Housing costs are a challenge in this area, with home values at $194,600 and median rent of $1,182/month against a median income of $45,739. Many residents face a significant housing cost burden.

Educational attainment is below the national average, with 19.3% of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher.

The unemployment rate of 7.7% is above the national average, indicating a weaker local job market.

Scores are percentile-based: a score of 85 means this zip code ranks better than 85% of all US zip codes on that dimension. Data is sourced from the US Census Bureau (ACS 5-year estimates) and the FBI Uniform Crime Report.

Demographics & Economics

Median Income
$45,739
Home Value
$194,600
Rent
$1,182/mo
Median Age
30
College Educated
19.3%
Unemployment
7.7%
Owner-Occupied
33.6%
Rent Burden
31% of income

Score Breakdown

DimensionScoreGradeInterpretation
Safety31DLower crime = higher score
Affordability9FLower cost relative to income = higher
Quality of Life31DEducation, commute, ownership
Jobs & Economy19FLower unemployment = higher
Overall22FWeighted average

Methodology

All scores are percentile-based (0–100): a score of 85 means this zip code ranks better than 85% of all US zip codes on that metric. Safety uses FBI Uniform Crime Report state-level data (Phase 2 will add zip-level granularity). Economic and demographic data is from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates (2022).