| ZIP Code | 78119 |
|---|---|
| City | Kenedy |
| State | Texas (TX) |
| County | Karnes County |
| Area Code | 361/830 |
| Elevation | 423 ft |
| Latitude | 28.72143 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -97.913782 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 48255 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 37.3 yrs ↑ 8% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.50 |
| Below Poverty | 16.8% ▲ 68% above avg |
| College Grads | 26.5% ▼ 32% below avg |
| Unemployment | 4.6% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 69 (1.7%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,149 (27.9%) |
| Some College | 1,053 (25.6%) |
| Associates | 751 (18.3%) |
| Bachelors | 557 (13.5%) |
| Graduate Degree | 533 (13%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $45,694 ▼ 40% below avg ↓ 13% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $128,500 ▼ 54% below avg ↑ 43% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.8x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,043/mo ↑ 49% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 2,375 |
| Vacant Units | 564 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.50 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 2,375 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 564 |
| Owner Occupied | 57.0% |
| Renter Occupied | 43.0% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.50 |
ZIP code 78119 is located in Kenedy, Texas, within Karnes County. With a population of 7,023, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 37.3 years. Economically, 78119 is a working-class ZIP code: the median household income of $45,694 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 78119 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $128,500 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,043 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (57.0%) and renters (43.0%). Median home values have increased by 43% since 2019.
The population of 78119 is majority Hispanic (59.06%). Residents are moderately educated — 26.5% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 16.8%. Household income has declined by 13% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 78119 stands at 4.6%, which is near the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 75%.
Overall, ZIP code 78119 in Kenedy, TX is characterized as working-class, moderately educated, and a relatively young community. With 7,023 residents, a median household income of $45,694, and a median home value of $128,500, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Texas.