Zip Code 77008

TX · Population: 38,496

B
62/100
31
D
Safety
92
A+
Affordability
63
B
Quality of Life
60
B
Jobs
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About Zip Code 77008

Zip code 77008 is located in Texas and is home to approximately 38,496 residents. It receives an overall grade of B (score: 62/100), 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.

With a median household income of $140,609 and home values around $553,800, this zip code offers strong affordability. Residents typically spend a manageable share of their income on housing.

The community is highly educated — 72.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of ~33%.

Unemployment stands at 3.4%, 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
$140,609
Home Value
$553,800
Rent
$1,473/mo
Median Age
34
College Educated
72.4%
Unemployment
3.4%
Owner-Occupied
61%
Rent Burden
12.6% of income

Score Breakdown

DimensionScoreGradeInterpretation
Safety31DLower crime = higher score
Affordability92A+Lower cost relative to income = higher
Quality of Life63BEducation, commute, ownership
Jobs & Economy60BLower unemployment = higher
Overall62BWeighted 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).