| ZIP Code | 77486 |
|---|---|
| City | West Columbia |
| State | Texas (TX) |
| County | Brazoria County |
| Area Code | 979 |
| Elevation | 30 ft |
| Latitude | 29.160441 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -95.691989 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 48039 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 34.2 yrs ↓ 10% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.65 |
| Below Poverty | 6.9% ▼ 31% below avg |
| College Grads | 39.6% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 4.2% ▼ 15% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 16 (0.4%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,229 (27.8%) |
| Some College | 573 (12.9%) |
| Associates | 854 (19.3%) |
| Bachelors | 833 (18.8%) |
| Graduate Degree | 920 (20.8%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $85,182 ▲ 12% above avg ↑ 8% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $221,600 ▼ 21% below avg ↑ 54% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.6x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,075/mo |
| Total Units | 3,124 |
| Vacant Units | 364 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.65 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 3,124 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 364 |
| Owner Occupied | 79.1% |
| Renter Occupied | 20.9% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.65 |
ZIP code 77486 is located in West Columbia, Texas, within Brazoria County. With a population of 7,330, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 34.2 years. Economically, 77486 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $85,182 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 77486 represents an affordable housing market. The median home value of $221,600 is below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,075 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 79.1% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 54% since 2019.
The population of 77486 is majority White (60.72%). Residents are moderately educated — 39.6% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 6.9%. Household income has grown by 8% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 77486 stands at 4.2%, which is near the national average. About 13% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 80%.
Overall, ZIP code 77486 in West Columbia, TX is characterized as middle-income, moderately educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 7,330 residents, a median household income of $85,182, and a median home value of $221,600, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Texas.