| ZIP Code | 78727 |
|---|---|
| City | Austin |
| State | Texas (TX) |
| County | Travis County |
| Area Code | 512/737 |
| Elevation | 823 ft |
| Latitude | 30.428984 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -97.717708 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 48453 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 35.0 yrs ↓ 2% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.18 |
| Below Poverty | 5.2% ▼ 48% below avg |
| College Grads | 70.8% ▲ 83% above avg |
| Unemployment | 5.3% ▲ 9% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 154 (0.7%) |
| HS Graduate | 2,552 (11.4%) |
| Some College | 1,158 (5.2%) |
| Associates | 2,696 (12%) |
| Bachelors | 1,582 (7%) |
| Graduate Degree | 14,306 (63.7%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $107,194 ▲ 40% above avg ↑ 33% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $483,200 ▲ 73% above avg ↑ 64% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 4.5x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,818/mo ↑ 33% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 14,863 |
| Vacant Units | 739 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.18 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 14,863 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 739 |
| Owner Occupied | 42.5% |
| Renter Occupied | 57.5% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.18 |
ZIP code 78727 is located in Austin, Texas, within Travis County. With a population of 30,894, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 35 years. Economically, 78727 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $107,194 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 78727 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $483,200 is significantly above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,818 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (42.5%) and renters (57.5%). Median home values have increased by 64% since 2019.
The population of 78727 is racially diverse, with White as the largest group at 49.4%. Residents are highly educated — 70.8% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 5.2%. Household income has grown by 33% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 78727 stands at 5.3%, which is near the national average. A notably high share of workers — 32% — 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 78727 in Austin, TX is characterized as upper-middle-income, highly educated, and a relatively young community. With 30,894 residents, a median household income of $107,194, and a median home value of $483,200, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Texas.