| ZIP Code | 75559 |
|---|---|
| City | De Kalb |
| State | Texas (TX) |
| County | Bowie County |
| Area Code | 430/903 |
| Elevation | 351 ft |
| Latitude | 33.50355 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -94.649921 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 48037 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 46.3 yrs ↓ 2% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.28 |
| Below Poverty | 11.2% ▲ 12% above avg |
| College Grads | 27.0% ▼ 30% below avg |
| Unemployment | 4.3% ▼ 13% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 21 (0.6%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,499 (44.2%) |
| Some College | 396 (11.7%) |
| Associates | 561 (16.5%) |
| Bachelors | 283 (8.3%) |
| Graduate Degree | 635 (18.7%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $58,147 ▼ 24% below avg ↑ 21% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $128,700 ▼ 54% below avg ↑ 40% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.2x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $690/mo ↑ 16% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 2,892 |
| Vacant Units | 598 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.28 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 2,892 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 598 |
| Owner Occupied | 72.2% |
| Renter Occupied | 27.8% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.28 |
ZIP code 75559 is located in De Kalb, Texas, within Bowie County. With a population of 5,276, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 46.3 years. Economically, 75559 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $58,147 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 75559 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $128,700 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $690 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 72.2% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 40% since 2019.
The population of 75559 is primarily White (72.88%). Residents are moderately educated — 27.0% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 11.2%. Household income has grown by 21% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 75559 stands at 4.3%, which is near the national average. About 11% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 77%.
Overall, ZIP code 75559 in De Kalb, TX is characterized as solidly middle-class, moderately educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 5,276 residents, a median household income of $58,147, and a median home value of $128,700, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Texas.