| ZIP Code | 75126 |
|---|---|
| City | Forney |
| State | Texas (TX) |
| County | Kaufman County |
| Area Code | 469/945/972 |
| Elevation | 471 ft |
| Latitude | 32.742601 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -96.452883 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 48257 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 31.8 yrs ↓ 2% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 3.29 |
| Below Poverty | 7.8% ▼ 23% below avg |
| College Grads | 47.8% ▲ 23% above avg |
| Unemployment | 5.5% ▲ 12% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 993 (2.3%) |
| HS Graduate | 8,973 (20.4%) |
| Some College | 6,111 (13.9%) |
| Associates | 6,954 (15.8%) |
| Bachelors | 4,964 (11.3%) |
| Graduate Degree | 16,097 (36.5%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $104,001 ▲ 36% above avg ↑ 4% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $337,200 ▲ 21% above avg ↑ 53% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.2x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,930/mo ↑ 23% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 24,316 |
| Vacant Units | 883 |
| Avg HH Size | 3.29 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 24,316 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 883 |
| Owner Occupied | 82.1% |
| Renter Occupied | 17.9% |
| Avg HH Size | 3.29 |
ZIP code 75126 is located in Forney, Texas, within Kaufman County. With a population of 77,116, this is a densely populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 31.8 years. Economically, 75126 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $104,001 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 75126 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $337,200 is above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,930 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 82.1% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 53% since 2019.
The population of 75126 is racially diverse, with White as the largest group at 45.3%. Residents are well-educated — 47.8% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 7.8%. Household income has grown by 4% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 75126 stands at 5.5%, which is near the national average. About 13% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 77%.
Overall, ZIP code 75126 in Forney, TX is characterized as upper-middle-income, well-educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 77,116 residents, a median household income of $104,001, and a median home value of $337,200, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Texas.