| ZIP Code | 78130 |
|---|---|
| City | New Braunfels |
| State | Texas (TX) |
| County | Comal County |
| Area Code | 830 |
| Elevation | 664 ft |
| Latitude | 29.693649 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -98.068676 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 48091 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 35.9 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.55 |
| Below Poverty | 6.7% ▼ 33% below avg |
| College Grads | 45.7% ▲ 18% above avg |
| Unemployment | 4.0% ▼ 19% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 801 (1.3%) |
| HS Graduate | 14,403 (23.9%) |
| Some College | 7,750 (12.9%) |
| Associates | 9,707 (16.1%) |
| Bachelors | 5,208 (8.7%) |
| Graduate Degree | 22,327 (37.1%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $84,426 ▲ 11% above avg ↑ 29% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $296,300 ≈ Avg ↑ 45% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.5x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,525/mo ↑ 30% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 40,810 |
| Vacant Units | 3,666 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.55 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 40,810 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 3,666 |
| Owner Occupied | 65.9% |
| Renter Occupied | 34.1% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.55 |
ZIP code 78130 is located in New Braunfels, Texas, within Comal County. With a population of 95,787, this is a densely populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 35.9 years. Economically, 78130 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $84,426 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 78130 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $296,300 is near the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,525 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 65.9% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 45% since 2019.
The population of 78130 is majority White (57.67%). Residents are well-educated — 45.7% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 6.7%. Household income has grown by 29% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 78130 stands at 4.0%, which is below the national average. About 14% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 75%.
Overall, ZIP code 78130 in New Braunfels, TX is characterized as middle-income, well-educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 95,787 residents, a median household income of $84,426, and a median home value of $296,300, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Texas.