Zip Code 78240

TX · Population: 57,532

D
38/100
31
D
Safety
28
F
Affordability
49
C
Quality of Life
42
C
Jobs
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About Zip Code 78240

Zip code 78240 is located in Texas and is home to approximately 57,532 residents. It receives an overall grade of D (score: 38/100), 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 $228,800 and median rent of $1,252/month against a median income of $61,241. Many residents face a significant housing cost burden.

About 38.9% of adults have a college degree, roughly in line with national averages.

Unemployment stands at 4.8%, 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
$61,241
Home Value
$228,800
Rent
$1,252/mo
Median Age
31
College Educated
38.9%
Unemployment
4.8%
Owner-Occupied
34.3%
Rent Burden
24.5% of income

Score Breakdown

DimensionScoreGradeInterpretation
Safety31DLower crime = higher score
Affordability28FLower cost relative to income = higher
Quality of Life49CEducation, commute, ownership
Jobs & Economy42CLower unemployment = higher
Overall38DWeighted 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).