| ZIP Code | 78748 |
|---|---|
| City | Austin |
| State | Texas (TX) |
| County | Travis County |
| Area Code | 512 |
| Elevation | 697 ft |
| Latitude | 30.160024 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -97.823302 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 48453 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 36.5 yrs ↑ 3% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.22 |
| Below Poverty | 8.8% ▼ 12% below avg |
| College Grads | 65.6% ▲ 69% above avg |
| Unemployment | 3.6% ▼ 26% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 428 (1.1%) |
| HS Graduate | 4,482 (11.5%) |
| Some College | 3,157 (8.1%) |
| Associates | 5,317 (13.7%) |
| Bachelors | 3,331 (8.6%) |
| Graduate Degree | 22,224 (57.1%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $107,652 ▲ 41% above avg ↑ 40% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $434,100 ▲ 56% above avg ↑ 60% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 4.0x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,711/mo ↑ 23% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 25,694 |
| Vacant Units | 1,194 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.22 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 25,694 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,194 |
| Owner Occupied | 57.7% |
| Renter Occupied | 42.4% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.22 |
ZIP code 78748 is located in Austin, Texas, within Travis County. With a population of 54,942, this is a highly populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 36.5 years. Economically, 78748 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $107,652 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 78748 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $434,100 is significantly above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,711 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (57.7%) and renters (42.4%). Median home values have increased by 60% since 2019.
The population of 78748 is racially diverse, with White as the largest group at 48.9%. Residents are highly educated — 65.6% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 8.8%. Household income has grown by 40% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 78748 stands at 3.6%, which is below the national average. A notably high share of workers — 31% — 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 61%.
Overall, ZIP code 78748 in Austin, TX is characterized as upper-middle-income, highly educated, and a relatively young community. With 54,942 residents, a median household income of $107,652, and a median home value of $434,100, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Texas.