ZIP Code 76501, Texas
ZIP Code 76501 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 76501 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Bell County, Texas. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 17,752. The land area covers 118.24 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 17,752 | ±1,594 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 36.2 yrs | ±2.2 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 6,546 | ±513 | 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 | 7,492 | ±494 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 6,546 | ±513 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 946 | ±244 |
| Median Home Value | $172,500 | ±$22,379 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,021 | ±$118 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $62,532 | ±$9,892 |
| Per Capita Income | $28,748 | ±$2,792 |
| Poverty Rate | 20.5% | ±6.6% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 3,618 | ±1,206 |
| Unemployment Rate | 7.2% | ±3.1% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 7,509 | ±994 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 79.1% | ±5.6% |
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: 399,578 (2024)
ID: 175852
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: COUNTY JUDGE
PO BOX 768, BELTON TX 76513-0768
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | PK-KG | LITTLE RIVER, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | 01-02 | LITTLE RIVER, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | LITTLE RIVER, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | 03-05 | LITTLE RIVER, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | LITTLE RIVER, TX | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 07-12 | LITTLE RIVER, TX | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 08 | ROGERS, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK | BELTON, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | BELTON, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | BELTON, 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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Temple College
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College | 5.8 mi away | 2600 S 1st St, Temple, TX, 76504-7435 |
2542988282
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TEMPLE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 5.5 mi away | 100 W ADAMS AVE, TEMPLE, TX, 76501 |
(254) 298-5555
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Central Texas Beauty College-Temple
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College Vocational | 7.5 mi away | 2010 South 57th Street, Temple, TX, 76504-6948 |
2547739911
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LENA ARMSTRONG PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 12.4 mi away | 301 E 1ST AVE, BELTON, TX, 76513 |
(254) 933-5830
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University of Mary Hardin-Baylor
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College | 12.5 mi away | 900 College St, Belton, TX, 76513-2599 |
8007278642
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D BROWN MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 16.3 mi away | 203 N 2ND ST, ROSEBUD, TX, 76570 |
(254) 583-2328
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MOODY COMMUNITY LIBRARY
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Library | 17.3 mi away | 612 AVE D, MOODY, TX, 76557 |
(254) 853-2004
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SALADO PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT
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Library | 18.6 mi away | 1151 N MAIN ST, SALADO, TX, 76571 |
(254) 947-9191
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TEINERT MEMORIAL PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 21.7 mi away | 337 N DALTON ST, BARTLETT, TX, 76511 |
(254) 527-4308
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CAMERON PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 22.6 mi away | 304 E 3RD ST, CAMERON, TX, 76520 |
(254) 697-2401
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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 STILLHOUSE HOLLOW DAM, TX US, located 16.5 miles from ZCTA5 76501. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 60.0° | 35.7° | 47.8° | 2.55" | 0.0" |
| February | 64.3° | 39.2° | 51.7° | 2.29" | 0.0" |
| March | 70.5° | 46.2° | 58.3° | 3.26" | 0.0" |
| April | 77.8° | 54.0° | 65.9° | 3.10" | 0.0" |
| May | 84.5° | 62.6° | 73.6° | 4.85" | 0.0" |
| June | 91.1° | 69.6° | 80.4° | 3.43" | 0.0" |
| July | 95.2° | 72.1° | 83.7° | 1.85" | 0.0" |
| August | 96.0° | 71.8° | 83.9° | 2.46" | 0.0" |
| September | 90.0° | 65.8° | 77.9° | 3.74" | 0.0" |
| October | 80.8° | 55.7° | 68.3° | 4.00" | 0.0" |
| November | 69.4° | 45.6° | 57.5° | 2.64" | 0.0" |
| December | 61.4° | 38.1° | 49.8° | 2.80" | 0.0" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Temple city | City | 8.3 mi | — |
| Little River-Academy city | City | 8.7 mi | — |
| Troy city | City | 8.7 mi | — |
| Pendleton CDP | CDP | 9.3 mi | — |
| Rogers town | Town | 10.2 mi | — |
| Morgan's Point Resort city | City | 13.4 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 76501. • 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.