| ZIP Code | 77656 |
|---|---|
| City | Silsbee |
| State | Texas (TX) |
| County | Hardin County |
| Area Code | 409 |
| Elevation | 78 ft |
| Latitude | 30.424433 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -94.169063 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 48199 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 41.1 yrs ↓ 2% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.52 |
| Below Poverty | 15.4% ▲ 54% above avg |
| College Grads | 26.4% ▼ 32% below avg |
| Unemployment | 4.5% ▼ 8% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 152 (1.4%) |
| HS Graduate | 4,386 (39.8%) |
| Some College | 1,774 (16.1%) |
| Associates | 1,790 (16.3%) |
| Bachelors | 960 (8.7%) |
| Graduate Degree | 1,951 (17.7%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $61,084 ▼ 20% below avg ↑ 16% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $114,100 ▼ 59% below avg ↑ 11% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 1.9x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $974/mo ↑ 32% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 7,822 |
| Vacant Units | 1,144 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.52 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 7,822 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,144 |
| Owner Occupied | 79.3% |
| Renter Occupied | 20.7% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.52 |
ZIP code 77656 is located in Silsbee, Texas, within Hardin County. With a population of 17,132, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 41.1 years. Economically, 77656 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $61,084 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 77656 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $114,100 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $974 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 79.3% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 11% since 2019.
The population of 77656 is primarily White (73.57%). Residents are moderately educated — 26.4% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 15.4%. Household income has grown by 16% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 77656 stands at 4.5%, which is near the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 88%.
Overall, ZIP code 77656 in Silsbee, TX is characterized as solidly middle-class, moderately educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 17,132 residents, a median household income of $61,084, and a median home value of $114,100, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Texas.