Zip Code 79907
TX · Population: 49,169
About Zip Code 79907
Zip code 79907 is located in Texas and is home to approximately 49,169 residents. It receives an overall grade of C (score: 45/100), 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 $102,100 and median rent of $864/month against a median income of $40,962. Many residents face a significant housing cost burden.
Educational attainment is below the national average, with 11.5% of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher.
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
Score Breakdown
| Dimension | Score | Grade | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Safety | 32 | D | Lower crime = higher score |
| Affordability | 32 | D | Lower cost relative to income = higher |
| Quality of Life | 56 | C+ | Education, commute, ownership |
| Jobs & Economy | 59 | C+ | Lower unemployment = higher |
| Overall | 45 | C | 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).