NeighborhoodRanked

Zip Code 79778

TX · Population: 1,202

B
60/100
56
C+
Safety
86
A
Affordability
48
C
Quality of Life
49
C
Jobs
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About Zip Code 79778

Zip code 79778 is located in Texas and is home to approximately 1,202 residents. It receives an overall grade of B (score: 60/100), 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 $68,883 and home values around $113,500, 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 12% of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher.

The unemployment rate of 6.8% is above the national average, indicating a weaker local job market.

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
$68,883
Home Value
$113,500
Rent
$519/mo
Median Age
42
College Educated
12%
Unemployment
6.8%
Owner-Occupied
76.9%
Rent Burden
9% of income

Score Breakdown

DimensionScoreGradeInterpretation
Safety56C+Lower crime = higher score
Affordability86ALower cost relative to income = higher
Quality of Life48CEducation, commute, ownership
Jobs & Economy49CLower unemployment = higher
Overall60BWeighted 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).