| ZIP Code | 77833 |
|---|---|
| City | Brenham |
| State | Texas (TX) |
| County | Washington County |
| Area Code | 979 |
| Elevation | 209 ft |
| Latitude | 30.205898 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -96.410067 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 48477 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 40.0 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.16 |
| Below Poverty | 13.4% ▲ 34% above avg |
| College Grads | 42.1% ▲ 9% above avg |
| Unemployment | 2.0% ▼ 60% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 455 (2.6%) |
| HS Graduate | 4,597 (26.5%) |
| Some College | 2,372 (13.7%) |
| Associates | 2,628 (15.1%) |
| Bachelors | 1,801 (10.4%) |
| Graduate Degree | 5,509 (31.7%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $67,887 ▼ 11% below avg ↑ 24% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $261,900 ≈ Avg ↑ 44% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.9x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,077/mo ↑ 25% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 13,261 |
| Vacant Units | 1,313 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.16 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 13,261 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,313 |
| Owner Occupied | 70.3% |
| Renter Occupied | 29.7% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.16 |
ZIP code 77833 is located in Brenham, Texas, within Washington County. With a population of 28,234, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 40 years. Economically, 77833 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $67,887 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 77833 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $261,900 is near the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,077 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 70.3% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 44% since 2019.
The population of 77833 is majority White (58.83%). Residents are well-educated — 42.1% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 13.4%. Household income has grown by 24% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 77833 stands at 2.0%, which is well below the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 79%.
Overall, ZIP code 77833 in Brenham, TX is characterized as solidly middle-class, well-educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 28,234 residents, a median household income of $67,887, and a median home value of $261,900, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Texas.