| ZIP Code | 77979 |
|---|---|
| City | Port Lavaca |
| State | Texas (TX) |
| County | Calhoun County |
| Area Code | 361 |
| Elevation | 19 ft |
| Latitude | 28.60965 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -96.61898 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 48057 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 37.7 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.37 |
| Below Poverty | 9.6% ≈ Avg |
| College Grads | 32.1% ▼ 17% below avg |
| Unemployment | 4.4% ▼ 10% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 291 (3%) |
| HS Graduate | 3,256 (33.7%) |
| Some College | 1,714 (17.8%) |
| Associates | 1,294 (13.4%) |
| Bachelors | 1,259 (13%) |
| Graduate Degree | 1,839 (19.1%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $68,877 ▼ 10% below avg ↑ 17% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $137,700 ▼ 51% below avg ↑ 19% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.0x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,065/mo ↑ 47% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 7,797 |
| Vacant Units | 1,087 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.37 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 7,797 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,087 |
| Owner Occupied | 76.0% |
| Renter Occupied | 24.0% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.37 |
ZIP code 77979 is located in Port Lavaca, Texas, within Calhoun County. With a population of 16,179, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 37.7 years. Economically, 77979 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $68,877 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 77979 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $137,700 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,065 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 76.0% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 19% since 2019.
The population of 77979 is majority Hispanic (53.03%). Residents are moderately educated — 32.1% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 9.6%. Household income has grown by 17% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 77979 stands at 4.4%, 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 77979 in Port Lavaca, TX is characterized as solidly middle-class, moderately educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 16,179 residents, a median household income of $68,877, and a median home value of $137,700, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Texas.