| ZIP Code | 77406 |
|---|---|
| City | Richmond |
| State | Texas (TX) |
| County | Fort Bend County |
| Area Code | 346/713/832 |
| Elevation | 90 ft |
| Latitude | 29.64609 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -95.794526 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 48157 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 38.1 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.97 |
| Below Poverty | 5.4% ▼ 46% below avg |
| College Grads | 57.2% ▲ 48% above avg |
| Unemployment | 3.4% ▼ 30% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 606 (1.4%) |
| HS Graduate | 7,192 (17%) |
| Some College | 3,786 (8.9%) |
| Associates | 6,523 (15.4%) |
| Bachelors | 3,682 (8.7%) |
| Graduate Degree | 20,524 (48.5%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $143,023 ▲ 87% above avg ↑ 15% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $383,400 ▲ 38% above avg ↑ 25% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.7x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,986/mo ↑ 43% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 22,096 |
| Vacant Units | 971 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.97 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 22,096 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 971 |
| Owner Occupied | 87.3% |
| Renter Occupied | 12.7% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.97 |
ZIP code 77406 is located in Richmond, Texas, within Fort Bend County. With a population of 65,716, this is a densely populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 38.1 years. Economically, 77406 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $143,023 is significantly above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 77406 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $383,400 is above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,986 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 87.3% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 25% since 2019.
The population of 77406 is racially diverse, with White as the largest group at 42.6%. Residents are well-educated — 57.2% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 5.4%. Household income has grown by 15% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 77406 stands at 3.4%, 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 75%.
Overall, ZIP code 77406 in Richmond, TX is characterized as upper-middle-income, well-educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 65,716 residents, a median household income of $143,023, and a median home value of $383,400, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Texas.