| ZIP Code | 77079 |
|---|---|
| City | Houston |
| State | Texas (TX) |
| County | Harris County |
| Area Code | 281/346/713/832 |
| Elevation | 86 ft |
| Latitude | 29.777978 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -95.603102 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 48201 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 36.0 yrs ↓ 4% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.42 |
| Below Poverty | 6.4% ▼ 36% below avg |
| College Grads | 74.1% ▲ 91% above avg |
| Unemployment | 3.7% ▼ 25% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 261 (1.1%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,679 (7.2%) |
| Some College | 1,107 (4.8%) |
| Associates | 2,967 (12.8%) |
| Bachelors | 1,224 (5.3%) |
| Graduate Degree | 15,974 (68.8%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $103,089 ▲ 35% above avg ↑ 13% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $636,100 ▲ 128% above avg ↑ 23% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 6.2x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,620/mo ↑ 19% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 16,215 |
| Vacant Units | 1,526 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.42 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 16,215 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,526 |
| Owner Occupied | 50.8% |
| Renter Occupied | 49.2% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.42 |
ZIP code 77079 is located in Houston, Texas, within Harris County. With a population of 35,540, this is a highly populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 36 years. Economically, 77079 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $103,089 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 77079 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $636,100 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,620 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (50.8%) and renters (49.2%). Median home values have increased by 23% since 2019.
The population of 77079 is majority White (54.77%). Residents are highly educated — 74.1% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 6.4%. Household income has grown by 13% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 77079 stands at 3.7%, which is below the national average. About 16% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 73%.
Overall, ZIP code 77079 in Houston, TX is characterized as upper-middle-income, highly educated, and a relatively young community. With 35,540 residents, a median household income of $103,089, and a median home value of $636,100, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Texas.