Zip Code 78721

TX · Population: 10,445

C
48/100
31
D
Safety
42
C
Affordability
52
C+
Quality of Life
65
B
Jobs
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About Zip Code 78721

Zip code 78721 is located in Texas and is home to approximately 10,445 residents. It receives an overall grade of C (score: 48/100), 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 $80,573, with home values near $436,900 and rents around $1,637/month. Affordability is moderate compared to the rest of the country.

About 49.7% of adults have a college degree, roughly in line with national averages.

The local job market is strong, with an unemployment rate of just 3%.

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
$80,573
Home Value
$436,900
Rent
$1,637/mo
Median Age
33
College Educated
49.7%
Unemployment
3%
Owner-Occupied
50.2%
Rent Burden
24.4% of income

Score Breakdown

DimensionScoreGradeInterpretation
Safety31DLower crime = higher score
Affordability42CLower cost relative to income = higher
Quality of Life52C+Education, commute, ownership
Jobs & Economy65BLower unemployment = higher
Overall48CWeighted 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).