Zip Code 78724

TX · Population: 28,331

D
33/100
31
D
Safety
36
D
Affordability
35
D
Quality of Life
29
F
Jobs
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About Zip Code 78724

Zip code 78724 is located in Texas and is home to approximately 28,331 residents. It receives an overall grade of D (score: 33/100), 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.

Housing costs are a challenge in this area, with home values at $224,200 and median rent of $1,396/month against a median income of $69,925. Many residents face a significant housing cost burden.

Educational attainment is below the national average, with 22.3% of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher.

The unemployment rate of 6.1% is above the national average, indicating a weaker local job market.

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
$69,925
Home Value
$224,200
Rent
$1,396/mo
Median Age
31
College Educated
22.3%
Unemployment
6.1%
Owner-Occupied
66.3%
Rent Burden
24% of income

Score Breakdown

DimensionScoreGradeInterpretation
Safety31DLower crime = higher score
Affordability36DLower cost relative to income = higher
Quality of Life35DEducation, commute, ownership
Jobs & Economy29FLower unemployment = higher
Overall33DWeighted 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).