Zip Code 78233

TX · Population: 47,172

D
39/100
31
D
Safety
34
D
Affordability
46
C
Quality of Life
44
C
Jobs
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About Zip Code 78233

Zip code 78233 is located in Texas and is home to approximately 47,172 residents. It receives an overall grade of D (score: 39/100), 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 $185,800 and median rent of $1,391/month against a median income of $68,157. Many residents face a significant housing cost burden.

Educational attainment is below the national average, with 22.8% of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher.

Unemployment stands at 4.6%, 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
$68,157
Home Value
$185,800
Rent
$1,391/mo
Median Age
34
College Educated
22.8%
Unemployment
4.6%
Owner-Occupied
60.3%
Rent Burden
24.5% of income

Score Breakdown

DimensionScoreGradeInterpretation
Safety31DLower crime = higher score
Affordability34DLower cost relative to income = higher
Quality of Life46CEducation, commute, ownership
Jobs & Economy44CLower unemployment = higher
Overall39DWeighted 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).