| ZIP Code | 78642 |
|---|---|
| City | Liberty Hill |
| State | Texas (TX) |
| County | Williamson County |
| Area Code | 512/737 |
| Elevation | 1,052 ft |
| Latitude | 30.695665 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -97.939508 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 48491 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 36.8 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 3.02 |
| Below Poverty | 3.3% ▼ 67% below avg |
| College Grads | 54.0% ▲ 39% above avg |
| Unemployment | 3.6% ▼ 27% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 246 (1.7%) |
| HS Graduate | 2,890 (19.6%) |
| Some College | 1,462 (9.9%) |
| Associates | 2,178 (14.8%) |
| Bachelors | 1,285 (8.7%) |
| Graduate Degree | 6,672 (45.3%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $128,086 ▲ 68% above avg ↑ 44% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $486,800 ▲ 75% above avg ↑ 74% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.8x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,475/mo ↑ 77% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 8,399 |
| Vacant Units | 419 |
| Avg HH Size | 3.02 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 8,399 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 419 |
| Owner Occupied | 86.1% |
| Renter Occupied | 14.0% |
| Avg HH Size | 3.02 |
ZIP code 78642 is located in Liberty Hill, Texas, within Williamson County. With a population of 24,146, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 36.8 years. Economically, 78642 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $128,086 is significantly above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 78642 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $486,800 is significantly above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,475 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 86.1% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 74% since 2019.
The population of 78642 is majority White (65.35%). Residents are well-educated — 54.0% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 3.3%. Household income has grown by 44% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 78642 stands at 3.6%, which is below the national average. About 25% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 63%.
Overall, ZIP code 78642 in Liberty Hill, TX is characterized as upper-middle-income, well-educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 24,146 residents, a median household income of $128,086, and a median home value of $486,800, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Texas.