ZIP Code 75042, Texas
ZIP Code 75042 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 75042 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Dallas County, Texas. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 38,112. The land area covers 7.63 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 38,112 | ±1,876 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 34.4 yrs | ±1.5 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 11,445 | ±474 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).
Housing & Real Estate Profile
| Housing Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Total Housing Units | 11,885 | ±460 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 11,445 | ±474 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 440 | ±148 |
| Median Home Value | $240,200 | ±$8,362 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,388 | ±$54 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $64,266 | ±$5,842 |
| Per Capita Income | $24,949 | ±$1,586 |
| Poverty Rate | 17.3% | ±3.4% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 6,566 | ±1,316 |
| Unemployment Rate | 5.5% | ±1.5% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 18,151 | ±1,099 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 92.1% | ±1.2% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Local Government & Public Administration
Authoritative general-purpose local government units serving this area
U.S. Census Bureau GUS (2026) / GMAF
| Government Unit | Unit Type | Jurisdiction Role | Contact / Address |
|---|---|---|---|
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GUS Population: 2,656,028 (2024)
ID: 175871
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: DIRECTOR OF PLANNING DEVELOPMENT
411 ELM STREET, 3RD FLOOR, DALLAS TX 75202
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | DALLAS, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | 05-06 | WYLIE, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | GARLAND, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | PLANO, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | DALLAS, TX | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 05-12 | WYLIE, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | MESQUITE, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | DALLAS, TX | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 12 | PLANO, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | MESQUITE, TX |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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ABC Beauty Academy
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College Vocational | 1.3 mi away | 2109 Buckingham Rd., Richardson, TX, 75081 |
4698720889
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WALNUT CREEK BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 0.3 mi away | 3319 EDGEWOOD DR, GARLAND, TX, 75042 |
(972) 205-2543
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Graduate America College
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College Vocational | 2.8 mi away | 1225 Beltline Rd Ste 7, Garland, TX, 75040-3294 |
9725301103
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NICHOLSON MEMORIAL LIBRARY SYSTEM
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Library | 2.1 mi away | 625 AUSTIN ST, GARLAND, TX, 75040 |
(972) 205-2548
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Remington College-Dallas Campus
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College | 3.4 mi away | 9451 LYNDON B JOHNSON FWY, SUITE 200, Dallas, TX, 75243 |
9726867878
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NORTH GARLAND BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 2.9 mi away | 3845 N GARLAND AVE STE 550, GARLAND, TX, 75040 |
(972) 205-2543
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Remington College-Online Dallas
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College | 3.4 mi away | 9451 Lyndon B. Johnson FWY., Suite 200, Dallas, TX, 75243 |
4075625500
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AUDELIA ROAD BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 3.2 mi away | 10045 AUDELIA RD, DALLAS, TX, 75238 |
(214) 670-1350
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Dallas Barber & Stylist College
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College Vocational | 3.6 mi away | 9357 Forest Lane, Dallas, TX, 75243 |
2145752168
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FOREST GREEN BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 4.3 mi away | 9619 GREENVILLE AVE, DALLAS, TX, 75243 |
(214) 670-1335
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Distances calculated from authoritative source coordinates. Source: CMS, IMLS, NCES IPEDS.
Climate & Weather Observations
NOAA Monthly Climate Normals
Observation Station: Climate data reflects NOAA 1991–2020 standard normals recorded at RICHARDSON, TX US, located 6.9 miles from ZCTA5 75042. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 55.9° | 35.8° | 45.8° | 2.78" | — |
| February | 60.0° | 39.5° | 49.8° | 3.37" | — |
| March | 68.6° | 47.5° | 58.1° | 3.56" | — |
| April | 75.4° | 54.8° | 65.1° | 3.52" | — |
| May | 82.6° | 63.6° | 73.1° | 5.18" | — |
| June | 90.0° | 71.2° | 80.6° | 3.83" | — |
| July | 94.3° | 75.3° | 84.8° | 2.22" | — |
| August | 94.8° | 74.5° | 84.7° | 2.48" | — |
| September | 87.3° | 67.1° | 77.2° | 3.30" | — |
| October | 77.5° | 56.1° | 66.8° | 5.26" | — |
| November | 66.1° | 45.6° | 55.9° | 3.04" | — |
| December | 57.3° | 38.0° | 47.6° | 3.37" | — |
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020).
Local Weather Forecast
Weather forecast data is currently unavailable in the local cache.
Nearby Cities & Communities
Listing adjacent communities by spatial proximity (miles)
Proximity discovery
| Community Name | Classification | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Garland city | City | 2.6 mi | — |
| Richardson city | City | 4.4 mi | — |
| Sachse city | City | 6.7 mi | — |
| Rowlett city | City | 7.3 mi | — |
| Murphy city | City | 8.0 mi | — |
| University Park city | City | 8.3 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 75042. • Official Source Dataset →
- Socioeconomic & Housing Metrics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates and Population Estimates Program (PEP). Margin of Error (MOE) intervals are reported where published; suppressed values are never estimated or replaced with false zeros.
- Civic Directory Datasets: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS Hospital Directory), National Center for Education Statistics (NCES IPEDS Postsecondary Directory), and Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS Public Libraries Survey). Airport landing facilities are provided by airport-data.com.
- Weather & Climate Observations: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 and National Weather Service (NWS) point forecasts.