| ZIP Code | 77480 |
|---|---|
| City | Sweeny |
| State | Texas (TX) |
| County | Brazoria County |
| Area Code | 979 |
| Elevation | 34 ft |
| Latitude | 29.091495 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -95.770074 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 48039 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 35.7 yrs ↓ 19% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.61 |
| Below Poverty | 11.3% ▲ 13% above avg |
| College Grads | 27.0% ▼ 30% below avg |
| Unemployment | 2.8% ▼ 43% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 25 (0.5%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,839 (36%) |
| Some College | 656 (12.8%) |
| Associates | 1,210 (23.7%) |
| Bachelors | 537 (10.5%) |
| Graduate Degree | 843 (16.5%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $63,981 ▼ 16% below avg ↑ 6% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $189,000 ▼ 32% below avg ↑ 72% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.0x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,262/mo ↑ 36% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 3,581 |
| Vacant Units | 456 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.61 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 3,581 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 456 |
| Owner Occupied | 75.5% |
| Renter Occupied | 24.5% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.61 |
ZIP code 77480 is located in Sweeny, Texas, within Brazoria County. With a population of 8,252, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 35.7 years. Economically, 77480 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $63,981 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 77480 represents an affordable housing market. The median home value of $189,000 is below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,262 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 75.5% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 72% since 2019.
The population of 77480 is primarily White (71.24%). Residents are moderately educated — 27.0% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 11.3%. Household income has grown by 6% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 77480 stands at 2.8%, which is below the national average. About 12% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 85%.
Overall, ZIP code 77480 in Sweeny, TX is characterized as solidly middle-class, moderately educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 8,252 residents, a median household income of $63,981, and a median home value of $189,000, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Texas.