Zip Code 78260

TX · Population: 35,972

B
61/100
31
D
Safety
82
A
Affordability
77
B+
Quality of Life
53
C+
Jobs
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About Zip Code 78260

Zip code 78260 is located in Texas and is home to approximately 35,972 residents. It receives an overall grade of B (score: 61/100), 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 $136,602 and home values around $435,500, this zip code offers strong affordability. Residents typically spend a manageable share of their income on housing.

The community is highly educated — 58% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of ~33%.

Unemployment stands at 3.9%, 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
$136,602
Home Value
$435,500
Rent
$1,762/mo
Median Age
39
College Educated
58%
Unemployment
3.9%
Owner-Occupied
88.5%
Rent Burden
15.5% of income

Score Breakdown

DimensionScoreGradeInterpretation
Safety31DLower crime = higher score
Affordability82ALower cost relative to income = higher
Quality of Life77B+Education, commute, ownership
Jobs & Economy53C+Lower unemployment = higher
Overall61BWeighted 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).