US ZIP Code
78247

San Antonio, TX

Bexar County  ·  Texas

● Active
👥 51,979 Population ↓ 4% since 2019
💰 $89,184 Median HH Income
▲ 17% above avg ↑ 12% since 2019
🎂 37.4 Median Age ↑ 4% since 2019
🏠 $256,400 Median Home Value
▼ 8% below avg ↑ 43% since 2019
🎓 49.2% College Grads
▲ 27% above avg
📊 5.9% Unemployment
▲ 20% above avg ↑ 76% since 2019
ZIP Code Details
ZIP Code78247
CitySan Antonio
StateTexas (TX)
CountyBexar County
Area Code210/726
Elevation817 ft
Latitude29.581433
Longitude-98.408776
TimezoneChicago (DST)
FIPS48029
ZIP TypeStandard
StatusActive
People & Population (ACS 2023)
♂ Male 48.9% (25,439) Female 51.1% (26,540) ♀

Race & Ethnicity

White: 41.5%Hispanic: 45.2%Black: 6.5%Asian: 2%Other: 3.8%Race
White41.5%
Hispanic45.2%
Black6.5%
Asian2.0%
Other3.8%

Age Breakdown

Under 5
7%
5–17
16%
18–24
9%
25–44
29%
45–64
24%
65+
7%

Key Indicators

Median Age37.4 yrs ↑ 4% since 2019
Avg Household Size2.66
Below Poverty6.0% ▼ 40% below avg
College Grads49.2% ▲ 27% above avg
Unemployment5.9% ▲ 20% above avg
No HS Diploma268 (0.8%)
HS Graduate5,688 (17%)
Some College4,956 (14.8%)
Associates6,069 (18.2%)
Bachelors3,366 (10.1%)
Graduate Degree13,091 (39.2%)

Education

No HS: 0.8%HS Grad: 17%Some College: 14.8%Associates: 18.2%Bachelors: 10.1%Graduate: 39.2%Edu
No HS0.8%
HS Grad17.0%
Some College14.8%
Associates18.2%
Bachelors10.1%
Graduate39.2%
Housing & Income

Housing Tenure

Owner: 74.9%Renter: 25.1%Tenure
Owner74.9%
Renter25.1%

Home Value Distribution

Under $50k
2%
$50k–100k
0%
$100k–150k
5%
$150k–200k
12%
$200k–300k
55%
$300k–500k
25%
Over $500k
1%

Financials

Median HH Income$89,184 ▲ 17% above avg ↑ 12% since 2019
Median Home Value$256,400 ▼ 8% below avg ↑ 43% since 2019
Home/Income Ratio2.9x (nat avg ~3.5x)
Median Rent$1,508/mo ↑ 18% since 2019
Total Units19,904
Vacant Units567
Avg HH Size2.66

Income Distribution

Under $25k
9%
$25k–50k
12%
$50k–75k
18%
$75k–100k
18%
$100k–150k
23%
$150k–200k
13%
Over $200k
7%
Employment & Commute

How People Get to Work

Drove Alone
84%
Public Transit
0%
Walked
1%
Work From Home
16%

Commute Time

Under 15 min
16%
15–30 min
49%
30–45 min
24%
Over 45 min
10%
Housing Stock

Year Built

1940s–1950s
1%
1960s–1970s
23%
1980s–1990s
25%
2000+
52%

Summary

Total Units19,904
Vacant567
Owner Occupied74.9%
Renter Occupied25.1%
Avg HH Size2.66
Frequently Asked Questions
ZIP code 78247 is in San Antonio, TX, in Bexar County.
ZIP code 78247 is located in Texas (TX).
ZIP code 78247 is in Bexar County, TX.
ZIP 78247 observes the Chicago timezone. Daylight Saving Time is observed.
The estimated population of ZIP code 78247 is 51,979 people (ACS 2023).
The median household income in ZIP code 78247 is $89,184 (ACS 2023).
The median home value in ZIP 78247 is $256,400 (ACS 2023).
About ZIP Code 78247

ZIP code 78247 is located in San Antonio, Texas, within Bexar County. With a population of 51,979, this is a highly populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 37.4 years. Economically, 78247 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $89,184 is above the national average.

Real estate in ZIP code 78247 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $256,400 is near the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,508 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 74.9% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 43% since 2019.

The population of 78247 is racially diverse, with Hispanic as the largest group at 45.2%. Residents are well-educated — 49.2% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 6.0%. Household income has grown by 12% since 2019.

The unemployment rate in 78247 stands at 5.9%, which is above the national average. About 14% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 77%.

Overall, ZIP code 78247 in San Antonio, TX is characterized as middle-income, well-educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 51,979 residents, a median household income of $89,184, and a median home value of $256,400, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Texas.