| ZIP Code | 77840 |
|---|---|
| City | College Station |
| State | Texas (TX) |
| County | Brazos County |
| Area Code | 979 |
| Elevation | 308 ft |
| Latitude | 30.611527 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -96.323267 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 48041 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 22.1 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.29 |
| Below Poverty | 41.5% ▲ 315% above avg |
| College Grads | 52.4% ▲ 35% above avg |
| Unemployment | 6.2% ▲ 26% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 306 (1.9%) |
| HS Graduate | 2,977 (18.5%) |
| Some College | 1,852 (11.5%) |
| Associates | 2,544 (15.8%) |
| Bachelors | 1,165 (7.2%) |
| Graduate Degree | 7,289 (45.2%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $31,278 ▼ 59% below avg ↑ 20% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $241,000 ▼ 14% below avg ↑ 23% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 7.7x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,085/mo ↑ 18% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 25,423 |
| Vacant Units | 3,654 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.29 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 25,423 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 3,654 |
| Owner Occupied | 11.1% |
| Renter Occupied | 88.9% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.29 |
ZIP code 77840 is located in College Station, Texas, within Brazos County. With a population of 55,186, this is a highly populated ZIP code with a young community — the median age is 22.1 years. Economically, 77840 is a lower-income ZIP code: the median household income of $31,278 is well below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 77840 represents an affordable housing market. The median home value of $241,000 is near the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,085 per month in median rent. This is predominantly a renter community, with 88.9% of occupied units rented — typical of urban and transitional neighborhoods. Median home values have increased by 23% since 2019.
The population of 77840 is majority White (55.25%). Residents are well-educated — 52.4% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a significant share of residents at 41.5%. Household income has grown by 20% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 77840 stands at 6.2%, which is above the national average. About 11% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 65%.
Overall, ZIP code 77840 in College Station, TX is characterized as lower-income, well-educated, and a young community. With 55,186 residents, a median household income of $31,278, and a median home value of $241,000, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Texas.