| ZIP Code | 75801 |
|---|---|
| City | Palestine |
| State | Texas (TX) |
| County | Anderson County |
| Area Code | 430/903 |
| Elevation | 389 ft |
| Latitude | 31.741893 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -95.551175 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 48001 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 35.2 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.63 |
| Below Poverty | 15.4% ▲ 54% above avg |
| College Grads | 31.8% ▼ 18% below avg |
| Unemployment | 6.3% ▲ 29% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 182 (1.8%) |
| HS Graduate | 3,170 (30.9%) |
| Some College | 2,272 (22.1%) |
| Associates | 1,385 (13.5%) |
| Bachelors | 1,013 (9.9%) |
| Graduate Degree | 2,247 (21.9%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $53,485 ▼ 30% below avg ↑ 38% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $163,100 ▼ 41% below avg ↑ 53% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.0x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,003/mo ↑ 32% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 7,259 |
| Vacant Units | 943 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.63 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 7,259 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 943 |
| Owner Occupied | 59.1% |
| Renter Occupied | 40.9% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.63 |
ZIP code 75801 is located in Palestine, Texas, within Anderson County. With a population of 16,891, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 35.2 years. Economically, 75801 is a working-class ZIP code: the median household income of $53,485 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 75801 represents an affordable housing market. The median home value of $163,100 is below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,003 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (59.1%) and renters (40.9%). Median home values have increased by 53% since 2019.
The population of 75801 is racially diverse, with White as the largest group at 47.9%. Residents are moderately educated — 31.8% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 15.4%. Household income has grown by 38% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 75801 stands at 6.3%, which is above the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 83%.
Overall, ZIP code 75801 in Palestine, TX is characterized as working-class, moderately educated, and a relatively young community. With 16,891 residents, a median household income of $53,485, and a median home value of $163,100, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Texas.