ZIP Code 77026, Texas
ZIP Code 77026 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 77026 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Harris County, Texas. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 21,981. The land area covers 6.56 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 21,981 | ±1,860 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 36.7 yrs | ±2.6 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 8,264 | ±498 | 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 | 9,768 | ±441 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 8,264 | ±498 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,504 | ±262 |
| Median Home Value | $175,000 | ±$19,276 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,006 | ±$53 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $39,211 | ±$4,095 |
| Per Capita Income | $19,390 | ±$1,522 |
| Poverty Rate | 30.8% | ±6.2% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 6,719 | ±1,467 |
| Unemployment Rate | 14.4% | ±3.5% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 8,100 | ±799 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 78.4% | ±4.2% |
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: 5,009,302 (2024)
ID: 175891
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: PUBLIC HOUSING POLICY ADVISOR
1001 PRESTON ST, STE 911, HOUSTON TX 77002-1817
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | HOUSTON, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-10 | HOUSTON, TX | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 06-08 | CHANNELVIEW, TX | |
| Alternative School Nearby | PK-08 | HOUSTON, TX | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 06-12 | HOUSTON, TX | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 09-12 | HOUSTON, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-08 | HOUSTON, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | HOUSTON, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | HOUSTON, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | HOUSTON, 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 Houston-Downtown
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College | 3.0 mi away | 1 Main Street, Houston, TX, 77002-1014 |
7132218000
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MCCRANE-KASHMERE GARDENS NEIGHBORHOOD LIBRARY
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Library | 0.8 mi away | 5411 PARDEE ST, HOUSTON, TX, 77026 |
(832) 393-2450
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Culinary Institute Inc
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College | 3.4 mi away | 7070 Allensby, Houston, TX, 77022-4322 |
71369200775070
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TUTTLE NEIGHBORHOOD LIBRARY
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Library | 2.1 mi away | 702 KRESS ST, HOUSTON, TX, 77020 |
(832) 393-2100
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South Texas College of Law Houston
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College | 3.9 mi away | 1303 San Jacinto Street, Houston, TX, 77002-7006 |
7136598040
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HCPL TECHNOLOGY CENTER AT FINNEGAN PARK
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Library | 2.2 mi away | 4900 PROVIDENCE ST, HOUSTON, TX, 77020 |
(713) 678-7385
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Houston Community College
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College | 5.0 mi away | 3100 Main Street, Houston, TX, 77002 |
8774226111
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CARNEGIE NEIGHBORHOOD LIBRARY
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Library | 2.2 mi away | 1050 QUITMAN ST, HOUSTON, TX, 77009 |
(832) 393-1720
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Houston Training School-Main Campus
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College Vocational | 5.4 mi away | 10314 I-10 East Fwy, Houston, TX, 77029 |
2818679099
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TECHLINK DIXON
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Library | 2.3 mi away | 8002 HIRSCH RD, HOUSTON, TX, 77016 |
(832) 393-1760
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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 HOUSTON-PORT, TX US, located 4.8 miles from ZCTA5 77026. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 62.8° | 44.3° | 53.6° | 4.04" | 0.0" |
| February | 66.7° | 48.9° | 57.8° | 2.75" | 0.0" |
| March | 73.3° | 53.7° | 63.5° | 3.81" | 0.0" |
| April | 79.2° | 60.9° | 70.1° | 5.17" | 0.0" |
| May | 85.7° | 68.7° | 77.2° | 5.07" | 0.0" |
| June | 91.3° | 74.8° | 83.1° | 7.90" | 0.0" |
| July | 93.2° | 76.8° | 85.0° | 4.46" | 0.0" |
| August | 94.3° | 76.8° | 85.6° | 3.37" | 0.0" |
| September | 89.8° | 71.8° | 80.8° | 4.48" | 0.0" |
| October | 81.9° | 62.7° | 72.3° | 5.38" | 0.0" |
| November | 72.0° | 52.9° | 62.4° | 3.36" | 0.0" |
| December | 65.2° | 46.0° | 55.6° | 4.33" | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Houston city | City | 3.7 mi | — |
| Jacinto City city | City | 5.8 mi | — |
| Galena Park city | City | 6.8 mi | — |
| Aldine CDP | CDP | 8.4 mi | — |
| West University Place city | City | 8.5 mi | — |
| Southside Place city | City | 9.0 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 77026. • 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.