Zip Code 77401

TX · Population: 17,233

B+
70/100
31
D
Safety
90
A+
Affordability
88
A
Quality of Life
70
B+
Jobs
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About Zip Code 77401

Zip code 77401 is located in Texas and is home to approximately 17,233 residents. It receives an overall grade of B+ (score: 70/100), 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 $215,197 and home values around $956,600, this zip code offers strong affordability. Residents typically spend a manageable share of their income on housing.

The community is highly educated — 81.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of ~33%.

The local job market is strong, with an unemployment rate of just 2.5%.

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
$215,197
Home Value
$956,600
Rent
$2,423/mo
Median Age
44
College Educated
81.6%
Unemployment
2.5%
Owner-Occupied
87.5%
Rent Burden
13.5% of income

Score Breakdown

DimensionScoreGradeInterpretation
Safety31DLower crime = higher score
Affordability90A+Lower cost relative to income = higher
Quality of Life88AEducation, commute, ownership
Jobs & Economy70B+Lower unemployment = higher
Overall70B+Weighted 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).