Zip Code 78247

TX · Population: 49,888

C
44/100
31
D
Safety
54
C+
Affordability
63
B
Quality of Life
28
F
Jobs
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About Zip Code 78247

Zip code 78247 is located in Texas and is home to approximately 49,888 residents. It receives an overall grade of C (score: 44/100), 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.

The median household income here is $84,283, with home values near $235,000 and rents around $1,418/month. Affordability is moderate compared to the rest of the country.

About 37.1% of adults have a college degree, roughly in line with national averages.

The unemployment rate of 6.2% 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
$84,283
Home Value
$235,000
Rent
$1,418/mo
Median Age
37
College Educated
37.1%
Unemployment
6.2%
Owner-Occupied
75.4%
Rent Burden
20.2% of income

Score Breakdown

DimensionScoreGradeInterpretation
Safety31DLower crime = higher score
Affordability54C+Lower cost relative to income = higher
Quality of Life63BEducation, commute, ownership
Jobs & Economy28FLower unemployment = higher
Overall44CWeighted 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).