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Zip Code 79720

TX · Population: 32,297

C+
59/100
53
C+
Safety
70
B+
Affordability
54
C+
Quality of Life
60
B
Jobs
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About Zip Code 79720

Zip code 79720 is located in Texas and is home to approximately 32,297 residents. It receives an overall grade of C+ (score: 59/100), 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 $66,655 and home values around $132,700, 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 14% of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher.

Unemployment stands at 5.4%, 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
$66,655
Home Value
$132,700
Rent
$983/mo
Median Age
37
College Educated
14%
Unemployment
5.4%
Owner-Occupied
66.4%
Rent Burden
17.7% of income

Score Breakdown

DimensionScoreGradeInterpretation
Safety53C+Lower crime = higher score
Affordability70B+Lower cost relative to income = higher
Quality of Life54C+Education, commute, ownership
Jobs & Economy60BLower unemployment = higher
Overall59C+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).