Zip Code 78741

TX · Population: 45,780

D
38/100
31
D
Safety
22
F
Affordability
51
C+
Quality of Life
49
C
Jobs
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About Zip Code 78741

Zip code 78741 is located in Texas and is home to approximately 45,780 residents. It receives an overall grade of D (score: 38/100), 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 $325,200 and median rent of $1,379/month against a median income of $59,049. Many residents face a significant housing cost burden.

About 45.8% of adults have a college degree, roughly in line with national averages.

Unemployment stands at 4.2%, 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
$59,049
Home Value
$325,200
Rent
$1,379/mo
Median Age
29
College Educated
45.8%
Unemployment
4.2%
Owner-Occupied
18.5%
Rent Burden
28% of income

Score Breakdown

DimensionScoreGradeInterpretation
Safety31DLower crime = higher score
Affordability22FLower cost relative to income = higher
Quality of Life51C+Education, commute, ownership
Jobs & Economy49CLower unemployment = higher
Overall38DWeighted 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).