Zip Code 78225

TX · Population: 13,802

F
26/100
31
D
Safety
10
F
Affordability
43
C
Quality of Life
20
F
Jobs
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About Zip Code 78225

Zip code 78225 is located in Texas and is home to approximately 13,802 residents. It receives an overall grade of F (score: 26/100), 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 $97,500 and median rent of $983/month against a median income of $43,883. Many residents face a significant housing cost burden.

Educational attainment is below the national average, with 12.2% of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher.

The unemployment rate of 7.5% 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
$43,883
Home Value
$97,500
Rent
$983/mo
Median Age
37
College Educated
12.2%
Unemployment
7.5%
Owner-Occupied
68.1%
Rent Burden
26.9% of income

Score Breakdown

DimensionScoreGradeInterpretation
Safety31DLower crime = higher score
Affordability10FLower cost relative to income = higher
Quality of Life43CEducation, commute, ownership
Jobs & Economy20FLower unemployment = higher
Overall26FWeighted 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).