Zip Code 78744

TX · Population: 49,452

D
37/100
31
D
Safety
40
C
Affordability
43
C
Quality of Life
35
D
Jobs
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About Zip Code 78744

Zip code 78744 is located in Texas and is home to approximately 49,452 residents. It receives an overall grade of D (score: 37/100), 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 $74,702, with home values near $265,900 and rents around $1,460/month. Affordability is moderate compared to the rest of the country.

About 30.3% of adults have a college degree, roughly in line with national averages.

Unemployment stands at 5.5%, 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
$74,702
Home Value
$265,900
Rent
$1,460/mo
Median Age
32
College Educated
30.3%
Unemployment
5.5%
Owner-Occupied
50.8%
Rent Burden
23.5% of income

Score Breakdown

DimensionScoreGradeInterpretation
Safety31DLower crime = higher score
Affordability40CLower cost relative to income = higher
Quality of Life43CEducation, commute, ownership
Jobs & Economy35DLower unemployment = higher
Overall37DWeighted 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).