| ZIP Code | 76821 |
|---|---|
| City | Ballinger |
| State | Texas (TX) |
| County | Runnels County |
| Area Code | 325 |
| Elevation | 1,628 ft |
| Latitude | 31.738169 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -99.950504 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 48399 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 41.9 yrs ↓ 10% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.55 |
| Below Poverty | 8.9% ▼ 11% below avg |
| College Grads | 31.5% ▼ 19% below avg |
| Unemployment | 6.8% ▲ 39% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 24 (0.8%) |
| HS Graduate | 974 (33.8%) |
| Some College | 535 (18.5%) |
| Associates | 442 (15.3%) |
| Bachelors | 269 (9.3%) |
| Graduate Degree | 641 (22.2%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $65,250 ▼ 14% below avg ↑ 46% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $104,200 ▼ 63% below avg ↑ 30% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 1.6x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $940/mo ↑ 23% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 2,180 |
| Vacant Units | 454 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.55 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 2,180 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 454 |
| Owner Occupied | 73.9% |
| Renter Occupied | 26.1% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.55 |
ZIP code 76821 is located in Ballinger, Texas, within Runnels County. With a population of 4,572, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 41.9 years. Economically, 76821 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $65,250 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 76821 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $104,200 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $940 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 73.9% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 30% since 2019.
The population of 76821 is majority White (59.56%). Residents are moderately educated — 31.5% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 8.9%. Household income has grown by 46% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 76821 stands at 6.8%, which is above the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 90%.
Overall, ZIP code 76821 in Ballinger, TX is characterized as solidly middle-class, moderately educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 4,572 residents, a median household income of $65,250, and a median home value of $104,200, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Texas.