| ZIP Code | 78721 |
|---|---|
| City | Austin |
| State | Texas (TX) |
| County | Travis County |
| Area Code | 512 |
| Elevation | 453 ft |
| Latitude | 30.271276 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -97.683455 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 48453 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 34.1 yrs ↓ 7% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.37 |
| Below Poverty | 18.5% ▲ 85% above avg |
| College Grads | 58.9% ▲ 52% above avg |
| Unemployment | 3.8% ▼ 22% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 491 (6.7%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,272 (17.4%) |
| Some College | 546 (7.4%) |
| Associates | 702 (9.6%) |
| Bachelors | 279 (3.8%) |
| Graduate Degree | 4,041 (55.1%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $103,285 ▲ 35% above avg ↑ 122% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $503,400 ▲ 81% above avg ↑ 77% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 4.9x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,616/mo ↑ 37% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 4,808 |
| Vacant Units | 357 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.37 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 4,808 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 357 |
| Owner Occupied | 58.8% |
| Renter Occupied | 41.2% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.37 |
ZIP code 78721 is located in Austin, Texas, within Travis County. With a population of 10,728, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 34.1 years. Economically, 78721 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $103,285 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 78721 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $503,400 is significantly above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,616 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (58.8%) and renters (41.2%). Median home values have increased by 77% since 2019.
The population of 78721 is racially diverse, with Hispanic as the largest group at 40.7%. Residents are well-educated — 58.9% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 18.5%. Household income has grown by 122% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 78721 stands at 3.8%, which is below the national average. A notably high share of workers — 29% — work from home, reflecting the professional makeup of the area. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 55%.
Overall, ZIP code 78721 in Austin, TX is characterized as upper-middle-income, well-educated, and a relatively young community. With 10,728 residents, a median household income of $103,285, and a median home value of $503,400, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Texas.