Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 41.9 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.52 |
| Below Poverty | 13.5% ▲ 35% above avg |
| College Grads | 34.3% ▼ 11% below avg |
| Unemployment | 3.8% ▼ 22% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 311 (1.5%) |
| HS Graduate | 6,935 (32.9%) |
| Some College | 3,214 (15.2%) |
| Associates | 3,408 (16.1%) |
| Bachelors | 1,753 (8.3%) |
| Graduate Degree | 5,489 (26%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $77,464 ≈ Avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $278,805 ≈ Avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.6x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,086/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 15,088 |
| Vacant Units | 1,865 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Austin County is located in Texas and encompasses 9 ZIP codes spanning 9 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 33,541 residents. With a median age of 41.86, it is a middle-aged county.
Austin County has a middle-income economic profile. The median household income of $77,463 is near the national average. Unemployment stands at 3.8%, below the national average. The poverty rate of 13.5% is above the national average.
Housing in Austin County is a mid-range housing market, with a median home value of $278,805 — near the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $1,085. Homeownership rates are high at 78.7%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Austin County are majority White (62.51%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 34.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average.
Austin County, TX is a middle-income area in Texas. The 9 ZIP codes within the county each have their own character — browse the full list below to find the right community, whether you're looking for affordable housing, strong schools, or economic opportunity.
| ZIP | City | Population | Median Income | Median Home | Median Rent | Unemp. | College |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 77418 | Bellville | 10,467 | $80,000 | $322,200 | $893 | 2.1% | 45.7% |
| 78931 | Bleiblerville | 204 | $138,382 | — | — | 0.0% | 59.9% |
| 78933 | Cat Spring | 1,211 | $76,583 | $375,000 | — | 0.4% | 40.9% |
| 78944 | Industry | 672 | $140,875 | $374,200 | $1,313 | 0.6% | 45.9% |
| 78950 | New Ulm | 2,244 | $104,643 | $304,500 | — | 0.8% | 35.7% |
| 77474 | Sealy | 14,846 | $76,210 | $253,200 | $1,261 | 3.9% | 27.2% |
| 77485 | Wallis | 3,865 | $45,667 | $198,000 | $896 | 11.6% | 24.7% |