Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 36.7 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.56 |
| Below Poverty | 17.7% ▲ 77% above avg |
| College Grads | 31.8% ▼ 18% below avg |
| Unemployment | 5.6% ▲ 15% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 4,410 (3%) |
| HS Graduate | 48,747 (32.6%) |
| Some College | 18,988 (12.7%) |
| Associates | 28,784 (19.3%) |
| Bachelors | 16,777 (11.2%) |
| Graduate Degree | 31,624 (21.2%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $61,806 ▼ 19% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $153,935 ▼ 45% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.5x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,098/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 108,895 |
| Vacant Units | 15,625 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Jefferson County is located in Texas and encompasses 24 ZIP codes spanning 9 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 252,921 residents. With a median age of 36.67, it is a relatively young county.
Jefferson County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $61,805 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 5.6%, above the national average. The poverty rate of 17.7% is significantly above the national average, indicating economic challenges.
Housing in Jefferson County is an affordable housing market, with a median home value of $153,935 — below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $1,097. Homeownership rates are high at 61.4%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Jefferson County are racially diverse, with White as the largest group at 37.2%. Educational attainment is moderately educated — 31.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average.
Jefferson County, TX is a solidly middle-class area in Texas. The 24 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 77701 | Beaumont | 12,328 | $48,711 | $79,000 | $952 | 5.5% | 19.0% |
| 77702 | Beaumont | 3,497 | $67,344 | $141,700 | $1,141 | 3.0% | 34.0% |
| 77703 | Beaumont | 11,640 | $31,136 | $97,100 | $929 | 5.4% | 17.2% |
| 77705 | Beaumont | 37,988 | $49,964 | $121,900 | $858 | 6.1% | 16.0% |
| 77706 | Beaumont | 30,754 | $77,644 | $238,800 | $1,176 | 5.7% | 56.8% |
| 77707 | Beaumont | 17,538 | $73,782 | $162,600 | $1,244 | 4.0% | 35.8% |
| 77708 | Beaumont | 12,398 | $59,865 | $167,100 | $1,056 | 5.3% | 26.3% |
| 77713 | Beaumont | 15,373 | $87,335 | $210,300 | $1,385 | 3.8% | 45.8% |
| 77613 | China | 686 | $66,250 | $200,600 | $1,074 | 13.0% | 34.0% |
| 77619 | Groves | 17,021 | $70,485 | $153,800 | $1,247 | 4.3% | 34.0% |
| 77622 | Hamshire | 1,799 | $104,444 | $223,400 | — | 0.0% | 40.0% |
| 77627 | Nederland | 21,951 | $75,778 | $201,200 | $1,364 | 3.7% | 40.3% |
| 77629 | Nome | 524 | $55,833 | $170,500 | — | 7.3% | 27.3% |
| 77640 | Port Arthur | 17,480 | $50,832 | $97,200 | $1,163 | 10.2% | 21.7% |
| 77642 | Port Arthur | 38,051 | $41,677 | $96,100 | $944 | 6.8% | 24.2% |
| 77651 | Port Neches | 13,627 | $84,335 | $231,000 | $1,116 | 5.8% | 43.9% |
| 77655 | Sabine Pass | 266 | $73,036 | $135,000 | — | 0.0% | 24.6% |