Zip Code 78231

TX · Population: 9,972

C+
57/100
31
D
Safety
82
A
Affordability
67
B
Quality of Life
48
C
Jobs
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About Zip Code 78231

Zip code 78231 is located in Texas and is home to approximately 9,972 residents. It receives an overall grade of C+ (score: 57/100), 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 $106,719 and home values around $366,800, this zip code offers strong affordability. Residents typically spend a manageable share of their income on housing.

The community is highly educated — 59.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of ~33%.

Unemployment stands at 4.3%, 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
$106,719
Home Value
$366,800
Rent
$1,267/mo
Median Age
38
College Educated
59.2%
Unemployment
4.3%
Owner-Occupied
66.9%
Rent Burden
14.2% of income

Score Breakdown

DimensionScoreGradeInterpretation
Safety31DLower crime = higher score
Affordability82ALower cost relative to income = higher
Quality of Life67BEducation, commute, ownership
Jobs & Economy48CLower unemployment = higher
Overall57C+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).