| ZIP Code | 78253 |
|---|---|
| City | San Antonio |
| State | Texas (TX) |
| County | Bexar County |
| Area Code | 210/726 |
| Elevation | 974 ft |
| Latitude | 29.470229 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -98.787591 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 48029 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 32.6 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 3.03 |
| Below Poverty | 7.1% ▼ 29% below avg |
| College Grads | 53.4% ▲ 38% above avg |
| Unemployment | 3.7% ▼ 24% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 333 (0.9%) |
| HS Graduate | 6,879 (17.6%) |
| Some College | 4,879 (12.5%) |
| Associates | 6,148 (15.7%) |
| Bachelors | 3,866 (9.9%) |
| Graduate Degree | 17,047 (43.5%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $104,260 ▲ 37% above avg ↑ 3% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $334,900 ▲ 20% above avg ↑ 37% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.2x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,557/mo ↑ 12% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 24,095 |
| Vacant Units | 1,831 |
| Avg HH Size | 3.03 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 24,095 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,831 |
| Owner Occupied | 77.3% |
| Renter Occupied | 22.7% |
| Avg HH Size | 3.03 |
ZIP code 78253 is located in San Antonio, Texas, within Bexar County. With a population of 67,578, this is a densely populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 32.6 years. Economically, 78253 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $104,260 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 78253 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $334,900 is above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,557 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 77.3% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 37% since 2019.
The population of 78253 is racially diverse, with Hispanic as the largest group at 47.0%. Residents are well-educated — 53.4% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 7.1%. Household income has grown by 3% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 78253 stands at 3.7%, which is below the national average. About 16% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 71%.
Overall, ZIP code 78253 in San Antonio, TX is characterized as upper-middle-income, well-educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 67,578 residents, a median household income of $104,260, and a median home value of $334,900, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Texas.