ZIP Code 77042, Texas
ZIP Code 77042 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 77042 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Harris County, Texas. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 38,721. The land area covers 6.17 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 38,721 | ±2,353 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 34.4 yrs | ±0.9 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 18,122 | ±912 | 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 | 21,410 | ±870 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 18,122 | ±912 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 3,288 | ±489 |
| Median Home Value | $411,800 | ±$58,379 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,346 | ±$37 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $59,097 | ±$4,060 |
| Per Capita Income | $44,173 | ±$2,860 |
| Poverty Rate | 17.7% | ±3.3% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 6,817 | ±1,351 |
| Unemployment Rate | 8.7% | ±2.4% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 20,925 | ±1,450 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 91.5% | ±2.2% |
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 | PK-08 | HOUSTON, TX | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 06-12 | HOUSTON, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-08 | HOUSTON, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | HOUSTON, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | HOUSTON, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-08 | HOUSTON, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | HOUSTON, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | 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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Center for Advanced Legal Studies
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College | 0.9 mi away | 800 W Sam Houston Parkway S, Suite 100, Houston, TX, 77042-1912 |
7135292778
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ROBINSON-WESTCHASE NEIGHBORHOOD LIBRARY
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Library | 1.1 mi away | 3223 WILCREST DR, HOUSTON, TX, 77042 |
(832) 393-2011
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American InterContinental University-Houston
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College | 1.1 mi away | 9999 Richmond Avenue, Houston, TX, 77042 |
8322013600
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HENINGTON-ALIEF REGIONAL LIBRARY
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Library | 3.1 mi away | 11903 BELLAIRE BLVD, HOUSTON, TX, 77072 |
(832) 393-1820
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MediaTech Institute-Houston
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College | 1.2 mi away | 3324 Walnut Bend Ln, Houston, TX, 77042 |
8322423426
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WALTER NEIGHBORHOOD LIBRARY
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Library | 3.2 mi away | 7660 CLAREWOOD DR, HOUSTON, TX, 77036 |
(832) 393-2500
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Interactive College of Technology
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College | 1.3 mi away | 2950 S. Gessner, Houston, TX, 77063 |
7137715336
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SPRING BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 4.0 mi away | 930 CORBINDALE RD, HOUSTON, TX, 77024 |
(832) 927-5511
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Houston Training Schools-Gessner
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College Vocational | 1.7 mi away | 3722 South Gessner, Houston, TX, 77063-0000 |
2818679099
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KENDALL NEIGHBORHOOD LIBRARY
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Library | 4.2 mi away | 609 B ELDRIDGE PKWY, HOUSTON, TX, 77079 |
(832) 393-1880
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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 SUGARLAND MEM, TX US, located 10.0 miles from ZCTA5 77042. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 64.3° | 45.3° | 54.8° | 3.63" | — |
| February | 68.1° | 49.5° | 58.8° | 2.83" | — |
| March | 74.1° | 55.3° | 64.7° | 3.49" | — |
| April | 80.1° | 60.4° | 70.3° | 4.26" | — |
| May | 87.1° | 68.6° | 77.9° | 5.24" | — |
| June | 92.3° | 74.1° | 83.2° | 4.22" | — |
| July | 95.0° | 75.7° | 85.4° | 4.16" | — |
| August | 94.2° | 75.7° | 85.0° | 5.27" | — |
| September | 89.7° | 71.5° | 80.6° | 4.42" | — |
| October | 83.3° | 62.0° | 72.7° | 4.65" | — |
| November | 73.6° | 52.7° | 63.1° | 3.78" | — |
| December | 66.5° | 46.4° | 56.5° | 3.76" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bunker Hill Village city | City | 2.4 mi | — |
| Piney Point Village city | City | 2.9 mi | — |
| Hedwig Village city | City | 3.7 mi | — |
| Hunters Creek Village city | City | 4.3 mi | — |
| Spring Valley Village city | City | 4.8 mi | — |
| Hilshire Village city | City | 5.5 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 77042. • 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.