| ZIP Code | 78133 |
|---|---|
| City | Canyon Lake |
| State | Texas (TX) |
| County | Comal County |
| Area Code | 830 |
| Elevation | 918 ft |
| Latitude | 29.883877 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -98.252229 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 48091 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 50.3 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.35 |
| Below Poverty | 8.9% ▼ 12% below avg |
| College Grads | 42.4% ▲ 9% above avg |
| Unemployment | 3.3% ▼ 33% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 199 (1.3%) |
| HS Graduate | 4,179 (26.4%) |
| Some College | 2,083 (13.2%) |
| Associates | 2,653 (16.8%) |
| Bachelors | 1,470 (9.3%) |
| Graduate Degree | 5,238 (33.1%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $80,777 ≈ Avg ↑ 20% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $300,100 ▲ 8% above avg ↑ 34% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.7x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,236/mo ↑ 17% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 11,208 |
| Vacant Units | 1,923 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.35 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 11,208 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,923 |
| Owner Occupied | 85.0% |
| Renter Occupied | 15.0% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.35 |
ZIP code 78133 is located in Canyon Lake, Texas, within Comal County. With a population of 21,830, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 50.3 years. Economically, 78133 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $80,777 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 78133 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $300,100 is near the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,236 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 85.0% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 34% since 2019.
The population of 78133 is primarily White (73.82%). Residents are well-educated — 42.4% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 8.9%. Household income has grown by 20% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 78133 stands at 3.3%, which is below the national average. About 20% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 69%.
Overall, ZIP code 78133 in Canyon Lake, TX is characterized as middle-income, well-educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 21,830 residents, a median household income of $80,777, and a median home value of $300,100, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Texas.