Zip Code 78261

TX · Population: 25,729

C+
55/100
31
D
Safety
86
A
Affordability
58
C+
Quality of Life
44
C
Jobs
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About Zip Code 78261

Zip code 78261 is located in Texas and is home to approximately 25,729 residents. It receives an overall grade of C+ (score: 55/100), 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 $127,813 and home values around $379,200, this zip code offers strong affordability. Residents typically spend a manageable share of their income on housing.

The community is highly educated — 53.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of ~33%.

Unemployment stands at 4.6%, 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
$127,813
Home Value
$379,200
Rent
$1,476/mo
Median Age
37
College Educated
53.5%
Unemployment
4.6%
Owner-Occupied
79.9%
Rent Burden
13.9% of income

Score Breakdown

DimensionScoreGradeInterpretation
Safety31DLower crime = higher score
Affordability86ALower cost relative to income = higher
Quality of Life58C+Education, commute, ownership
Jobs & Economy44CLower unemployment = higher
Overall55C+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).