| ZIP Code | 78151 |
|---|---|
| City | Runge |
| State | Texas (TX) |
| County | Karnes County |
| Area Code | 361/830 |
| Elevation | 320 ft |
| Latitude | 28.869945 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -97.713456 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 48255 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 31.0 yrs ↓ 22% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.18 |
| Below Poverty | 34.6% ▲ 246% above avg |
| College Grads | 46.5% ▲ 20% above avg |
| Unemployment | 0.0% ▼ 100% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 15 (2.2%) |
| HS Graduate | 184 (27.3%) |
| Some College | 92 (13.6%) |
| Associates | 70 (10.4%) |
| Bachelors | 35 (5.2%) |
| Graduate Degree | 279 (41.3%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $38,904 ▼ 49% below avg ↓ 16% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $103,400 ▼ 63% below avg ↑ 8% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.7x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $322/mo ↓ 49% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 811 |
| Vacant Units | 118 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.18 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 811 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 118 |
| Owner Occupied | 57.0% |
| Renter Occupied | 43.0% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.18 |
ZIP code 78151 is located in Runge, Texas, within Karnes County. With a population of 1,513, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 31 years. Economically, 78151 is a lower-income ZIP code: the median household income of $38,904 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 78151 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $103,400 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $322 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 8% since 2019.
The population of 78151 is majority Hispanic (62.72%). Residents are well-educated — 46.5% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a significant share of residents at 34.6%. Household income has declined by 16% since 2019.
As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 91%.
Overall, ZIP code 78151 in Runge, TX is characterized as lower-income, well-educated, and a relatively young community. With 1,513 residents, a median household income of $38,904, and a median home value of $103,400, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Texas.