NeighborhoodRanked

Zip Code 78870

TX · Population: 1,302

B+
71/100
57
C+
Safety
82
A
Affordability
71
B+
Quality of Life
74
B+
Jobs
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About Zip Code 78870

Zip code 78870 is located in Texas and is home to approximately 1,302 residents. It receives an overall grade of B+ (score: 71/100), based on safety, affordability, quality of life, and employment metrics.

Crime rates in this area are roughly in line with national averages.

With a median household income of $70,411 and home values around $163,700, this zip code offers strong affordability. Residents typically spend a manageable share of their income on housing.

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

Unemployment stands at 3.8%, 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
$70,411
Home Value
$163,700
Rent
$820/mo
Median Age
39
College Educated
22.3%
Unemployment
3.8%
Owner-Occupied
81.9%
Rent Burden
14% of income

Score Breakdown

DimensionScoreGradeInterpretation
Safety57C+Lower crime = higher score
Affordability82ALower cost relative to income = higher
Quality of Life71B+Education, commute, ownership
Jobs & Economy74B+Lower unemployment = higher
Overall71B+Weighted 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).