| ZIP Code | 78735 |
|---|---|
| City | Austin |
| State | Texas (TX) |
| County | Travis County |
| Area Code | 512 |
| Elevation | 846 ft |
| Latitude | 30.269121 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -97.868816 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 48453 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 37.7 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.11 |
| Below Poverty | 7.2% ▼ 28% below avg |
| College Grads | 78.0% ▲ 101% above avg |
| Unemployment | 4.8% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 61 (0.4%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,156 (8.3%) |
| Some College | 341 (2.4%) |
| Associates | 1,519 (10.9%) |
| Bachelors | 553 (4%) |
| Graduate Degree | 10,345 (74%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $126,216 ▲ 65% above avg ↑ 28% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $791,900 ▲ 184% above avg ↑ 60% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 6.3x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,930/mo ↑ 24% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 9,957 |
| Vacant Units | 554 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.11 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 9,957 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 554 |
| Owner Occupied | 47.4% |
| Renter Occupied | 52.6% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.11 |
ZIP code 78735 is located in Austin, Texas, within Travis County. With a population of 20,112, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 37.7 years. Economically, 78735 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $126,216 is significantly above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 78735 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $791,900 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,930 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (47.4%) and renters (52.6%). Median home values have increased by 60% since 2019.
The population of 78735 is majority White (66.27%). Residents are highly educated — 78.0% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is more than double the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 7.2%. Household income has grown by 28% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 78735 stands at 4.8%, which is near the national average. A notably high share of workers — 35% — 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 57%.
Overall, ZIP code 78735 in Austin, TX is characterized as upper-middle-income, highly educated, and a relatively young community. With 20,112 residents, a median household income of $126,216, and a median home value of $791,900, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Texas.