| ZIP Code | 76009 |
|---|---|
| City | Alvarado |
| State | Texas (TX) |
| County | Johnson County |
| Area Code | 682/817 |
| Elevation | 756 ft |
| Latitude | 32.41621 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -97.202071 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 48251 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 36.3 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 3.21 |
| Below Poverty | 14.6% ▲ 46% above avg |
| College Grads | 24.2% ▼ 38% below avg |
| Unemployment | 4.2% ▼ 13% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 770 (6.5%) |
| HS Graduate | 5,332 (44.8%) |
| Some College | 1,728 (14.5%) |
| Associates | 1,203 (10.1%) |
| Bachelors | 1,036 (8.7%) |
| Graduate Degree | 1,845 (15.5%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $73,696 ≈ Avg ↑ 23% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $211,000 ▼ 24% below avg ↑ 88% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.9x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,202/mo ↑ 17% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 7,648 |
| Vacant Units | 1,133 |
| Avg HH Size | 3.21 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 7,648 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,133 |
| Owner Occupied | 76.9% |
| Renter Occupied | 23.2% |
| Avg HH Size | 3.21 |
ZIP code 76009 is located in Alvarado, Texas, within Johnson County. With a population of 21,130, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 36.3 years. Economically, 76009 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $73,696 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 76009 represents an affordable housing market. The median home value of $211,000 is below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,202 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 76.9% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 88% since 2019.
The population of 76009 is majority White (56.39%). Residents are less-educated — 24.2% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 14.6%. Household income has grown by 23% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 76009 stands at 4.2%, which is near the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 85%.
Overall, ZIP code 76009 in Alvarado, TX is characterized as solidly middle-class, less-educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 21,130 residents, a median household income of $73,696, and a median home value of $211,000, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Texas.