Zip Code 78742

TX · Population: 1,241

C
46/100
31
D
Safety
34
D
Affordability
32
D
Quality of Life
85
A
Jobs
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About Zip Code 78742

Zip code 78742 is located in Texas and is home to approximately 1,241 residents. It receives an overall grade of C (score: 46/100), 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 N/A and median rent of $1,355/month against a median income of $67,500. Many residents face a significant housing cost burden.

Educational attainment is below the national average, with 11.1% of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher.

The local job market is strong, with an unemployment rate of just 0.3%.

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
$67,500
Home Value
—
Rent
$1,355/mo
Median Age
25
College Educated
11.1%
Unemployment
0.3%
Owner-Occupied
68.5%
Rent Burden
24.1% of income

Score Breakdown

DimensionScoreGradeInterpretation
Safety31DLower crime = higher score
Affordability34DLower cost relative to income = higher
Quality of Life32DEducation, commute, ownership
Jobs & Economy85ALower unemployment = higher
Overall46CWeighted 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).