Zip Code 78717

TX · Population: 34,499

C+
56/100
31
D
Safety
85
A
Affordability
52
C+
Quality of Life
56
C+
Jobs
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About Zip Code 78717

Zip code 78717 is located in Texas and is home to approximately 34,499 residents. It receives an overall grade of C+ (score: 56/100), 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 $136,960 and home values around $532,400, this zip code offers strong affordability. Residents typically spend a manageable share of their income on housing.

The community is highly educated — 67.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of ~33%.

Unemployment stands at 3.7%, 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
$136,960
Home Value
$532,400
Rent
$1,678/mo
Median Age
36
College Educated
67.1%
Unemployment
3.7%
Owner-Occupied
56.3%
Rent Burden
14.7% of income

Score Breakdown

DimensionScoreGradeInterpretation
Safety31DLower crime = higher score
Affordability85ALower cost relative to income = higher
Quality of Life52C+Education, commute, ownership
Jobs & Economy56C+Lower unemployment = higher
Overall56C+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).