Zip Code 77002

TX · Population: 18,800

C
45/100
31
D
Safety
39
D
Affordability
54
C+
Quality of Life
56
C+
Jobs
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About Zip Code 77002

Zip code 77002 is located in Texas and is home to approximately 18,800 residents. It receives an overall grade of C (score: 45/100), 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 $293,000 and median rent of $1,714/month against a median income of $78,292. Many residents face a significant housing cost burden.

About 33.3% of adults have a college degree, roughly in line with national averages.

Unemployment stands at 3.7%, which is near the national average.

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
$78,292
Home Value
$293,000
Rent
$1,714/mo
Median Age
35
College Educated
33.3%
Unemployment
3.7%
Owner-Occupied
10.1%
Rent Burden
26.3% of income

Score Breakdown

DimensionScoreGradeInterpretation
Safety31DLower crime = higher score
Affordability39DLower cost relative to income = higher
Quality of Life54C+Education, commute, ownership
Jobs & Economy56C+Lower unemployment = higher
Overall45CWeighted 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).