Zip Code 78238

TX · Population: 25,900

F
29/100
31
D
Safety
21
F
Affordability
37
D
Quality of Life
27
F
Jobs
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About Zip Code 78238

Zip code 78238 is located in Texas and is home to approximately 25,900 residents. It receives an overall grade of F (score: 29/100), 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 $180,900 and median rent of $1,113/month against a median income of $54,287. Many residents face a significant housing cost burden.

Educational attainment is below the national average, with 18.5% of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher.

The unemployment rate of 6.3% 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
$54,287
Home Value
$180,900
Rent
$1,113/mo
Median Age
34
College Educated
18.5%
Unemployment
6.3%
Owner-Occupied
47.5%
Rent Burden
24.6% of income

Score Breakdown

DimensionScoreGradeInterpretation
Safety31DLower crime = higher score
Affordability21FLower cost relative to income = higher
Quality of Life37DEducation, commute, ownership
Jobs & Economy27FLower unemployment = higher
Overall29FWeighted 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).