| ZIP Code | 78640 |
|---|---|
| City | Kyle |
| State | Texas (TX) |
| County | Hays County |
| Area Code | 512/737 |
| Elevation | 639 ft |
| Latitude | 29.994866 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -97.821239 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 48209 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 33.3 yrs ↑ 2% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.91 |
| Below Poverty | 9.1% ▼ 9% below avg |
| College Grads | 40.2% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 2.8% ▼ 43% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 1,207 (3%) |
| HS Graduate | 11,667 (28.8%) |
| Some College | 5,977 (14.8%) |
| Associates | 5,343 (13.2%) |
| Bachelors | 3,816 (9.4%) |
| Graduate Degree | 12,478 (30.8%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $88,533 ▲ 16% above avg ↑ 17% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $291,100 ≈ Avg ↑ 54% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.3x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,572/mo ↑ 12% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 25,236 |
| Vacant Units | 876 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.91 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 25,236 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 876 |
| Owner Occupied | 71.9% |
| Renter Occupied | 28.1% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.91 |
ZIP code 78640 is located in Kyle, Texas, within Hays County. With a population of 71,460, this is a densely populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 33.3 years. Economically, 78640 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $88,533 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 78640 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $291,100 is near the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,572 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 71.9% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 54% since 2019.
The population of 78640 is majority Hispanic (55.31%). Residents are well-educated — 40.2% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 9.1%. Household income has grown by 17% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 78640 stands at 2.8%, which is below the national average. About 11% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 78%.
Overall, ZIP code 78640 in Kyle, TX is characterized as middle-income, well-educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 71,460 residents, a median household income of $88,533, and a median home value of $291,100, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Texas.