ZIP Code 76249, Texas
ZIP Code 76249 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 76249 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 10,637. The land area covers 71.12 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 10,637 | ±1,012 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 37.1 yrs | ±1.9 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 3,344 | ±320 | 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 | 3,486 | ±329 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 3,344 | ±320 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 142 | ±96 |
| Median Home Value | $356,000 | ±$21,316 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,943 | ±$327 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $120,169 | ±$12,565 |
| Per Capita Income | $45,988 | ±$5,296 |
| Poverty Rate | 5.1% | ±3% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 542 | ±321 |
| Unemployment Rate | 1.9% | ±1.6% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 5,628 | ±576 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 96.2% | ±2.9% |
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 | 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 | PK-05 | KRUM, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | LANTANA, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | DENTON, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | BOYD, 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 | 10.1 mi away | 1501 W.Chestnut Ave., Denton, TX, 76203-1277 |
9405652000
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KRUM PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 4.4 mi away | 815 E MCCART ST, KRUM, TX, 76249 |
(940) 482-3455
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Texas Woman's University
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College | 10.7 mi away | 304 Administration Dr, Denton, TX, 76204 |
9408982000
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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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Ogle School Hair Skin Nails-Denton
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College Vocational | 12.5 mi away | 2324 San Jacinto Boulevard, Denton, TX, 76205-7534 |
9405355642
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SANGER PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 9.4 mi away | 501 BOLIVAR ST, SANGER, TX, 76266 |
(940) 458-3257
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North Central Texas College
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College | 24.8 mi away | 1525 W California Street, Gainesville, TX, 76240-4699 |
9406687731
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DENTON PUBLIC LIBRARY NORTH BRANCH
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Library | 10.2 mi away | 3020 N LOCUST ST, DENTON, TX, 76209 |
(940) 349-8752
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DENTON PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 10.8 mi away | 502 OAKLAND ST, DENTON, TX, 76201 |
(940) 349-8752
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MARY EMMA TATE COMMUNITY LIBRARY
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Library | 13.1 mi away | 408 PAFFORD ST, JUSTIN, TX, 76247 |
(940) 648-2541
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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 DENTON MUNI AP, TX US, located 7.8 miles from ZCTA5 76249. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 55.7° | 32.2° | 44.0° | 1.94" | — |
| February | 60.0° | 36.4° | 48.2° | 2.48" | — |
| March | 67.6° | 44.7° | 56.1° | 3.11" | — |
| April | 75.0° | 51.4° | 63.2° | 3.43" | — |
| May | 82.9° | 61.3° | 72.1° | 4.52" | — |
| June | 91.3° | 69.4° | 80.3° | 3.67" | — |
| July | 95.7° | 73.2° | 84.4° | 1.77" | — |
| August | 95.6° | 72.5° | 84.1° | 2.39" | — |
| September | 88.1° | 64.4° | 76.2° | 2.65" | — |
| October | 77.6° | 52.7° | 65.2° | 4.17" | — |
| November | 66.1° | 42.4° | 54.3° | 2.71" | — |
| December | 56.8° | 34.2° | 45.5° | 2.76" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Krum city | City | 4.6 mi | — |
| Ponder town | Town | 7.4 mi | — |
| Denton city | City | 10.2 mi | — |
| DISH town | Town | 10.4 mi | — |
| Sanger city | City | 10.6 mi | — |
| Justin city | City | 12.3 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 76249. • 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.