Zip Code 78253

TX · Population: 63,735

C+
54/100
31
D
Safety
74
B+
Affordability
58
C+
Quality of Life
51
C+
Jobs
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About Zip Code 78253

Zip code 78253 is located in Texas and is home to approximately 63,735 residents. It receives an overall grade of C+ (score: 54/100), 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.

With a median household income of $104,951 and home values around $307,500, this zip code offers strong affordability. Residents typically spend a manageable share of their income on housing.

About 42.1% of adults have a college degree, roughly in line with national averages.

Unemployment stands at 4.1%, 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
$104,951
Home Value
$307,500
Rent
$1,435/mo
Median Age
32
College Educated
42.1%
Unemployment
4.1%
Owner-Occupied
78.2%
Rent Burden
16.4% of income

Score Breakdown

DimensionScoreGradeInterpretation
Safety31DLower crime = higher score
Affordability74B+Lower cost relative to income = higher
Quality of Life58C+Education, commute, ownership
Jobs & Economy51C+Lower unemployment = higher
Overall54C+Weighted 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).