| ZIP Code | 77096 |
|---|---|
| City | Houston |
| State | Texas (TX) |
| County | Harris County |
| Area Code | 713 |
| Elevation | 54 ft |
| Latitude | 29.675339 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -95.479372 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 48201 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 36.6 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.51 |
| Below Poverty | 14.1% ▲ 41% above avg |
| College Grads | 59.5% ▲ 53% above avg |
| Unemployment | 4.2% ▼ 15% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 723 (3.4%) |
| HS Graduate | 3,522 (16.4%) |
| Some College | 1,413 (6.6%) |
| Associates | 3,056 (14.2%) |
| Bachelors | 1,281 (6%) |
| Graduate Degree | 11,495 (53.5%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $84,395 ▲ 11% above avg ↑ 29% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $410,200 ▲ 47% above avg ↑ 14% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 4.9x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,293/mo ↑ 29% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 15,490 |
| Vacant Units | 1,976 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.51 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 15,490 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,976 |
| Owner Occupied | 47.4% |
| Renter Occupied | 52.6% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.51 |
ZIP code 77096 is located in Houston, Texas, within Harris County. With a population of 33,991, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 36.6 years. Economically, 77096 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $84,395 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 77096 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $410,200 is above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,293 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (47.4%) and renters (52.6%). Median home values have increased by 14% since 2019.
The population of 77096 is racially diverse, with White as the largest group at 45.0%. Residents are well-educated — 59.5% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 14.1%. Household income has grown by 29% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 77096 stands at 4.2%, which is near the national average. About 21% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 64%.
Overall, ZIP code 77096 in Houston, TX is characterized as middle-income, well-educated, and a relatively young community. With 33,991 residents, a median household income of $84,395, and a median home value of $410,200, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Texas.