| ZIP Code | 78606 |
|---|---|
| City | Blanco |
| State | Texas (TX) |
| County | Blanco County |
| Area Code | 830 |
| Elevation | 1,330 ft |
| Latitude | 30.086444 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -98.457963 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 48031 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 47.6 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.43 |
| Below Poverty | 8.7% ▼ 13% below avg |
| College Grads | 51.0% ▲ 32% above avg |
| Unemployment | 3.2% ▼ 34% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 84 (1.8%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,057 (22.3%) |
| Some College | 628 (13.3%) |
| Associates | 549 (11.6%) |
| Bachelors | 480 (10.1%) |
| Graduate Degree | 1,932 (40.8%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $89,980 ▲ 18% above avg ↑ 71% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $361,100 ▲ 30% above avg ↑ 37% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 4.0x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $865/mo ↑ 7% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 3,408 |
| Vacant Units | 555 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.43 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 3,408 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 555 |
| Owner Occupied | 74.1% |
| Renter Occupied | 25.9% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.43 |
ZIP code 78606 is located in Blanco, Texas, within Blanco County. With a population of 6,977, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 47.6 years. Economically, 78606 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $89,980 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 78606 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $361,100 is above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $865 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 74.1% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 37% since 2019.
The population of 78606 is primarily White (72.51%). Residents are well-educated — 51.0% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 8.7%. Household income has grown by 71% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 78606 stands at 3.2%, which is below the national average. About 18% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 68%.
Overall, ZIP code 78606 in Blanco, TX is characterized as middle-income, well-educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 6,977 residents, a median household income of $89,980, and a median home value of $361,100, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Texas.