| ZIP Code | 77401 |
|---|---|
| City | Bellaire |
| State | Texas (TX) |
| County | Harris County |
| Area Code | 346 |
| Elevation | 54 ft |
| Latitude | 29.704019 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -95.460905 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 48201 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 45.1 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.76 |
| Below Poverty | 2.6% ▼ 74% below avg |
| College Grads | 82.5% ▲ 113% above avg |
| Unemployment | 3.0% ▼ 39% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 49 (0.5%) |
| HS Graduate | 483 (4.5%) |
| Some College | 251 (2.4%) |
| Associates | 1,080 (10.2%) |
| Bachelors | 204 (1.9%) |
| Graduate Degree | 8,553 (80.5%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $236,037 ▲ 209% above avg ↑ 22% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $977,600 ▲ 251% above avg ↑ 16% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 4.1x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $2,705/mo ↑ 50% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 6,699 |
| Vacant Units | 507 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.76 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 6,699 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 507 |
| Owner Occupied | 87.9% |
| Renter Occupied | 12.1% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.76 |
ZIP code 77401 is located in Bellaire, Texas, within Harris County. With a population of 17,125, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 45.1 years. Economically, 77401 is a affluent ZIP code: the median household income of $236,037 is more than double the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 77401 represents among the most expensive housing markets in the country. The median home value of $977,600 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $2,705 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 87.9% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 16% since 2019.
The population of 77401 is majority White (62.89%). Residents are highly educated — 82.5% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is more than double the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 2.6%. Household income has grown by 22% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 77401 stands at 3.0%, which is below the national average. About 20% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 72%.
Overall, ZIP code 77401 in Bellaire, TX is characterized as affluent, highly educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 17,125 residents, a median household income of $236,037, and a median home value of $977,600, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Texas.