ZIP Code 76247, Texas
ZIP Code 76247 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 76247 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Denton County / Wise County, Texas. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 21,726. The land area covers 74.62 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 21,726 | ±1,731 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 35.1 yrs | ±2.1 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 7,012 | ±553 | 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 | 7,341 | ±528 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 7,012 | ±553 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 329 | ±163 |
| Median Home Value | $397,900 | ±$22,602 |
| Median Gross Rent | $2,076 | ±$175 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $124,383 | ±$12,622 |
| Per Capita Income | $47,022 | ±$3,551 |
| Poverty Rate | 1.7% | ±1% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 365 | ±225 |
| Unemployment Rate | 3.5% | ±1.5% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 11,560 | ±977 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 96.7% | ±1.3% |
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: 1,045,120 (2024)
ID: 175874
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: COUNTY JUDGE
110 W HICKORY ST, DENTON TX 76201-4116
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | FORT WORTH, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | DENTON, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06 | ARGYLE, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | FLOWER MOUND, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-08 | ARGYLE, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | FLOWER MOUND, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | ARGYLE, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | 05-06 | AZLE, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | AZLE, TX | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 09-12 | AZLE, 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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University of North Texas
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College | 13.2 mi away | 1501 W.Chestnut Ave., Denton, TX, 76203-1277 |
9405652000
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MARY EMMA TATE COMMUNITY LIBRARY
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Library | 1.5 mi away | 408 PAFFORD ST, JUSTIN, TX, 76247 |
(940) 648-2541
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Ogle School Hair Skin Nails-Denton
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College Vocational | 14.2 mi away | 2324 San Jacinto Boulevard, Denton, TX, 76205-7534 |
9405355642
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BETTY FOSTER PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 6.6 mi away | 405 SHAFFNER ST, PONDER, TX, 76259 |
(940) 479-2683
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Texas Woman's University
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College | 14.8 mi away | 304 Administration Dr, Denton, TX, 76204 |
9408982000
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HASLET PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 8.4 mi away | 100 GAMMILL ST, HASLET, TX, 76052 |
(817) 439-4278
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The King's University
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College | 16.1 mi away | 2121 E. Southlake Boulevard, Southlake, TX, 76092 |
8177221700
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RHOME COMMUNITY LIBRARY
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Library | 8.9 mi away | 265 W BC RHOME AVE, RHOME, TX, 76078 |
(817) 636-2767
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Remington College-Fort Worth Campus
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College | 17.8 mi away | 5555 Rufe Snow Drive, Suite 150, North Richland Hills, TX, 76180 |
8174510011
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ROANOKE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 9.0 mi away | 308 S WALNUT ST, ROANOKE, TX, 76262 |
(817) 491-2691
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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 FT WORTH ALLIANCE AP, TX US, located 8.4 miles from ZCTA5 76247. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 57.4° | 35.9° | 46.7° | 1.94" | — |
| February | 61.6° | 39.6° | 50.6° | 2.23" | — |
| March | 69.2° | 47.5° | 58.4° | 2.87" | — |
| April | 76.5° | 55.1° | 65.8° | 3.98" | — |
| May | 84.1° | 64.4° | 74.2° | 4.10" | — |
| June | 92.7° | 72.8° | 82.7° | 4.05" | — |
| July | 96.9° | 76.4° | 86.7° | 2.42" | — |
| August | 96.9° | 76.0° | 86.5° | 2.80" | — |
| September | 89.2° | 67.6° | 78.4° | 3.17" | — |
| October | 78.9° | 56.4° | 67.7° | 4.06" | — |
| November | 67.4° | 45.9° | 56.6° | 2.51" | — |
| December | 58.5° | 38.0° | 48.2° | 2.48" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Justin city | City | 0.8 mi | — |
| DISH town | Town | 2.7 mi | — |
| Northlake town | Town | 4.4 mi | — |
| Corral City town | Town | 5.7 mi | — |
| Ponder town | Town | 5.7 mi | — |
| New Fairview city | City | 6.2 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 76247. • 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.