Zip Code 78252

TX · Population: 15,624

C
42/100
31
D
Safety
46
C
Affordability
45
C
Quality of Life
48
C
Jobs
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About Zip Code 78252

Zip code 78252 is located in Texas and is home to approximately 15,624 residents. It receives an overall grade of C (score: 42/100), 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 $80,270, with home values near $216,400 and rents around $1,529/month. Affordability is moderate compared to the rest of the country.

Educational attainment is below the national average, with 18% of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher.

Unemployment stands at 4.3%, 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
$80,270
Home Value
$216,400
Rent
$1,529/mo
Median Age
31
College Educated
18%
Unemployment
4.3%
Owner-Occupied
89.7%
Rent Burden
22.9% of income

Score Breakdown

DimensionScoreGradeInterpretation
Safety31DLower crime = higher score
Affordability46CLower cost relative to income = higher
Quality of Life45CEducation, commute, ownership
Jobs & Economy48CLower unemployment = higher
Overall42CWeighted 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).