US ZIP Code
77043

Houston, TX

Harris County  ·  Texas

● Active
👥 26,343 Population ↑ 6% since 2019
💰 $75,017 Median HH Income
≈ Avg ↑ 16% since 2019
🎂 35.6 Median Age ↑ 2% since 2019
🏠 $382,800 Median Home Value
▲ 37% above avg ↑ 49% since 2019
🎓 53.8% College Grads
▲ 39% above avg
📊 4.6% Unemployment
≈ Avg ↑ 26% since 2019
ZIP Code Details
ZIP Code77043
CityHouston
StateTexas (TX)
CountyHarris County
Area Code281/346/713/832
Elevation93 ft
Latitude29.81093
Longitude-95.584639
TimezoneChicago (DST)
FIPS48201
ZIP TypeStandard
StatusActive
People & Population (ACS 2023)
♂ Male 47.9% (12,621) Female 52.1% (13,722) ♀

Race & Ethnicity

White: 37.4%Hispanic: 43.6%Black: 8.5%Asian: 6%Other: 3.1%Race
White37.4%
Hispanic43.6%
Black8.5%
Asian6.0%
Other3.1%

Age Breakdown

Under 5
9%
5–17
17%
18–24
6%
25–44
30%
45–64
24%
65+
7%

Key Indicators

Median Age35.6 yrs ↑ 2% since 2019
Avg Household Size2.55
Below Poverty14.3% ▲ 43% above avg
College Grads53.8% ▲ 39% above avg
Unemployment4.6% ≈ Avg
No HS Diploma716 (4.4%)
HS Graduate3,170 (19.6%)
Some College1,609 (10%)
Associates1,970 (12.2%)
Bachelors1,272 (7.9%)
Graduate Degree7,426 (45.9%)

Education

No HS: 4.4%HS Grad: 19.6%Some College: 10%Associates: 12.2%Bachelors: 7.9%Graduate: 45.9%Edu
No HS4.4%
HS Grad19.6%
Some College10.0%
Associates12.2%
Bachelors7.9%
Graduate45.9%
Housing & Income

Housing Tenure

Owner: 54.9%Renter: 45.1%Tenure
Owner54.9%
Renter45.1%

Home Value Distribution

Under $50k
1%
$50k–100k
2%
$100k–150k
3%
$150k–200k
6%
$200k–300k
24%
$300k–500k
42%
Over $500k
24%

Financials

Median HH Income$75,017 ≈ Avg ↑ 16% since 2019
Median Home Value$382,800 ▲ 37% above avg ↑ 49% since 2019
Home/Income Ratio5.1x (nat avg ~3.5x)
Median Rent$1,417/mo ↑ 23% since 2019
Total Units11,197
Vacant Units943
Avg HH Size2.55

Income Distribution

Under $25k
15%
$25k–50k
13%
$50k–75k
20%
$75k–100k
13%
$100k–150k
12%
$150k–200k
10%
Over $200k
16%
Employment & Commute

How People Get to Work

Drove Alone
83%
Public Transit
1%
Walked
2%
Work From Home
15%

Commute Time

Under 15 min
28%
15–30 min
37%
30–45 min
24%
Over 45 min
11%
Housing Stock

Year Built

Before 1940
0%
1940s–1950s
23%
1960s–1970s
17%
1980s–1990s
2%
2000+
57%

Summary

Total Units11,197
Vacant943
Owner Occupied54.9%
Renter Occupied45.1%
Avg HH Size2.55
Frequently Asked Questions
ZIP code 77043 is in Houston, TX, in Harris County.
ZIP code 77043 is located in Texas (TX).
ZIP code 77043 is in Harris County, TX.
ZIP 77043 observes the Chicago timezone. Daylight Saving Time is observed.
The estimated population of ZIP code 77043 is 26,343 people (ACS 2023).
The median household income in ZIP code 77043 is $75,017 (ACS 2023).
The median home value in ZIP 77043 is $382,800 (ACS 2023).
About ZIP Code 77043

ZIP code 77043 is located in Houston, Texas, within Harris County. With a population of 26,343, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 35.6 years. Economically, 77043 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $75,017 is near the national average.

Real estate in ZIP code 77043 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $382,800 is above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,417 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (54.9%) and renters (45.1%). Median home values have increased by 49% since 2019.

The population of 77043 is racially diverse, with Hispanic as the largest group at 43.6%. Residents are well-educated — 53.8% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 14.3%. Household income has grown by 16% since 2019.

The unemployment rate in 77043 stands at 4.6%, 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 72%.

Overall, ZIP code 77043 in Houston, TX is characterized as middle-income, well-educated, and a relatively young community. With 26,343 residents, a median household income of $75,017, and a median home value of $382,800, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Texas.