US ZIP Code
77566

Lake Jackson, TX

Brazoria County  ·  Texas

● Active
👥 30,057 Population ↑ 2% since 2019
💰 $91,406 Median HH Income
▲ 20% above avg ↑ 9% since 2019
🎂 36.3 Median Age ↑ 2% since 2019
🏠 $256,900 Median Home Value
▼ 8% below avg ↑ 35% since 2019
🎓 41.5% College Grads
≈ Avg
📊 6.6% Unemployment
▲ 36% above avg ↑ 58% since 2019
ZIP Code Details
ZIP Code77566
CityLake Jackson
StateTexas (TX)
CountyBrazoria County
Area Code979
Elevation14 ft
Latitude29.052739
Longitude-95.474351
TimezoneChicago (DST)
FIPS48039
ZIP TypeStandard
StatusActive
People & Population (ACS 2023)
♂ Male 50.6% (15,194) Female 49.5% (14,863) ♀

Race & Ethnicity

White: 60%Hispanic: 28.1%Black: 7%Asian: 2%Other: 2.6%Race
White60.0%
Hispanic28.1%
Black7.0%
Asian2.0%
Other2.6%

Age Breakdown

Under 5
6%
5–17
19%
18–24
8%
25–44
28%
45–64
25%
65+
6%

Key Indicators

Median Age36.3 yrs ↑ 2% since 2019
Avg Household Size2.62
Below Poverty10.9% ▲ 9% above avg
College Grads41.5% ≈ Avg
Unemployment6.6% ▲ 36% above avg
No HS Diploma237 (1.3%)
HS Graduate4,377 (23.3%)
Some College2,332 (12.4%)
Associates4,036 (21.5%)
Bachelors2,070 (11%)
Graduate Degree5,718 (30.5%)

Education

No HS: 1.3%HS Grad: 23.3%Some College: 12.4%Associates: 21.5%Bachelors: 11%Graduate: 30.5%Edu
No HS1.3%
HS Grad23.3%
Some College12.4%
Associates21.5%
Bachelors11.0%
Graduate30.5%
Housing & Income

Housing Tenure

Owner: 64.7%Renter: 35.3%Tenure
Owner64.7%
Renter35.3%

Home Value Distribution

Under $50k
4%
$50k–100k
1%
$100k–150k
11%
$150k–200k
13%
$200k–300k
36%
$300k–500k
28%
Over $500k
7%

Financials

Median HH Income$91,406 ▲ 20% above avg ↑ 9% since 2019
Median Home Value$256,900 ▼ 8% below avg ↑ 35% since 2019
Home/Income Ratio2.8x (nat avg ~3.5x)
Median Rent$1,417/mo ↑ 16% since 2019
Total Units12,277
Vacant Units830
Avg HH Size2.62

Income Distribution

Under $25k
10%
$25k–50k
12%
$50k–75k
15%
$75k–100k
15%
$100k–150k
23%
$150k–200k
11%
Over $200k
14%
Employment & Commute

How People Get to Work

Drove Alone
93%
Walked
1%
Work From Home
6%

Commute Time

Under 15 min
50%
15–30 min
26%
30–45 min
10%
Over 45 min
14%
Housing Stock

Year Built

Before 1940
2%
1940s–1950s
12%
1960s–1970s
21%
1980s–1990s
13%
2000+
52%

Summary

Total Units12,277
Vacant830
Owner Occupied64.7%
Renter Occupied35.3%
Avg HH Size2.62
Frequently Asked Questions
ZIP code 77566 is in Lake Jackson, TX, in Brazoria County.
ZIP code 77566 is located in Texas (TX).
ZIP code 77566 is in Brazoria County, TX.
ZIP 77566 observes the Chicago timezone. Daylight Saving Time is observed.
The estimated population of ZIP code 77566 is 30,057 people (ACS 2023).
The median household income in ZIP code 77566 is $91,406 (ACS 2023).
The median home value in ZIP 77566 is $256,900 (ACS 2023).
About ZIP Code 77566

ZIP code 77566 is located in Lake Jackson, Texas, within Brazoria County. With a population of 30,057, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 36.3 years. Economically, 77566 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $91,406 is above the national average.

Real estate in ZIP code 77566 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $256,900 is near the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,417 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 64.7% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 35% since 2019.

The population of 77566 is majority White (60.04%). Residents are well-educated — 41.5% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 10.9%. Household income has grown by 9% since 2019.

The unemployment rate in 77566 stands at 6.6%, which is above the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 84%.

Overall, ZIP code 77566 in Lake Jackson, TX is characterized as middle-income, well-educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 30,057 residents, a median household income of $91,406, and a median home value of $256,900, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Texas.