| ZIP Code | 77701 |
|---|---|
| City | Beaumont |
| State | Texas (TX) |
| County | Jefferson County |
| Area Code | 409 |
| Elevation | 5 ft |
| Latitude | 30.073053 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -94.105486 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 48245 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 35.9 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.68 |
| Below Poverty | 24.0% ▲ 140% above avg |
| College Grads | 19.0% ▼ 51% below avg |
| Unemployment | 5.5% ▲ 12% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 328 (5%) |
| HS Graduate | 2,891 (44.5%) |
| Some College | 919 (14.1%) |
| Associates | 1,125 (17.3%) |
| Bachelors | 630 (9.7%) |
| Graduate Degree | 605 (9.3%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $48,711 ▼ 36% below avg ↑ 32% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $79,000 ▼ 72% below avg ↑ 55% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 1.6x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $952/mo ↑ 25% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 5,755 |
| Vacant Units | 1,274 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.68 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 5,755 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,274 |
| Owner Occupied | 54.2% |
| Renter Occupied | 45.8% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.68 |
ZIP code 77701 is located in Beaumont, Texas, within Jefferson County. With a population of 12,328, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 35.9 years. Economically, 77701 is a working-class ZIP code: the median household income of $48,711 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 77701 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $79,000 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $952 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (54.2%) and renters (45.8%). Median home values have increased by 55% since 2019.
The population of 77701 is racially diverse, with Hispanic as the largest group at 44.3%. Residents are less-educated — 19.0% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is well below the national average. Poverty affects a significant share of residents at 24.0%. Household income has grown by 32% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 77701 stands at 5.5%, which is near the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 83%.
Overall, ZIP code 77701 in Beaumont, TX is characterized as working-class, less-educated, and a relatively young community. With 12,328 residents, a median household income of $48,711, and a median home value of $79,000, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Texas.