Zip Code 78251

TX · Population: 62,064

D
36/100
31
D
Safety
48
C
Affordability
46
C
Quality of Life
21
F
Jobs
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About Zip Code 78251

Zip code 78251 is located in Texas and is home to approximately 62,064 residents. It receives an overall grade of D (score: 36/100), 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 $74,572, with home values near $227,200 and rents around $1,259/month. Affordability is moderate compared to the rest of the country.

About 30.9% of adults have a college degree, roughly in line with national averages.

The unemployment rate of 7.2% 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
$74,572
Home Value
$227,200
Rent
$1,259/mo
Median Age
31
College Educated
30.9%
Unemployment
7.2%
Owner-Occupied
51.8%
Rent Burden
20.3% of income

Score Breakdown

DimensionScoreGradeInterpretation
Safety31DLower crime = higher score
Affordability48CLower cost relative to income = higher
Quality of Life46CEducation, commute, ownership
Jobs & Economy21FLower unemployment = higher
Overall36DWeighted 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).