Zip Code 78222

TX · Population: 24,866

D
37/100
31
D
Safety
36
D
Affordability
40
C
Quality of Life
41
C
Jobs
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About Zip Code 78222

Zip code 78222 is located in Texas and is home to approximately 24,866 residents. It receives an overall grade of D (score: 37/100), 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 $172,300 and median rent of $1,235/month against a median income of $66,836. Many residents face a significant housing cost burden.

Educational attainment is below the national average, with 17.1% of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher.

Unemployment stands at 4.9%, 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
$66,836
Home Value
$172,300
Rent
$1,235/mo
Median Age
34
College Educated
17.1%
Unemployment
4.9%
Owner-Occupied
69.3%
Rent Burden
22.2% of income

Score Breakdown

DimensionScoreGradeInterpretation
Safety31DLower crime = higher score
Affordability36DLower cost relative to income = higher
Quality of Life40CEducation, commute, ownership
Jobs & Economy41CLower unemployment = higher
Overall37DWeighted 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).