ZIP Code 77048, Texas
ZIP Code 77048 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 77048 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Harris County, Texas. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 21,151. The land area covers 11.53 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 21,151 | ±2,171 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 30.9 yrs | ±2.4 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 7,477 | ±591 | 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 | 8,318 | ±539 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 7,477 | ±591 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 841 | ±298 |
| Median Home Value | $210,300 | ±$8,774 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,441 | ±$142 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $56,747 | ±$9,044 |
| Per Capita Income | $25,600 | ±$3,505 |
| Poverty Rate | 26.9% | ±6.6% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 5,663 | ±1,501 |
| Unemployment Rate | 12.6% | ±4.3% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 8,646 | ±918 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 91.4% | ±2.8% |
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 | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 06-12 | MANVEL, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | 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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Aviation Institute of Maintenance-Houston
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College | 3.6 mi away | 7651 Airport Blvd., Houston, TX, 77061 |
7136447777
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MANCUSO NEIGHBORHOOD LIBRARY
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Library | 3.3 mi away | 6767 BELLFORT ST, HOUSTON, TX, 77087 |
(832) 393-1920
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Pearlands Innovative School of Beauty
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College Vocational | 5.2 mi away | 9330 Broadway Street, Pearland, TX, 77584-7891 |
2816705119
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JOHNSON NEIGHBORHOOD LIBRARY
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Library | 3.6 mi away | 3517 REED RD, HOUSTON, TX, 77051 |
(832) 393-2550
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Elite Welding Academy
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College Vocational | 5.6 mi away | 7119 Village Way, Houston, TX, 77087-2904 |
7136401794
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CURIOSITY CRUISER
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Library | 4.5 mi away | 5749 S LOOP EAST, HOUSTON, TX, 77033 |
(713) 274-6600
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College of Health Care Professions
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College | 6.8 mi away | 2616 S. Loop West Suite 201, Houston, TX, 77054 |
7136645300
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CURIOSITY CRUISER
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Library | 4.5 mi away | 5749 S LOOP EAST, HOUSTON, TX, 77033 |
(713) 274-6600
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University of Houston
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College | 6.8 mi away | 4302 University Drive, Room 212, Houston, TX, 77204-2018 |
7137431000
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CURIOSITY CRUISER
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Library | 4.5 mi away | 5749 S LOOP EAST, HOUSTON, TX, 77033 |
(713) 274-6600
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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 HOBBY AP, TX US, located 2.9 miles from ZCTA5 77048. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 63.8° | 46.1° | 55.0° | 4.09" | — |
| February | 67.6° | 50.1° | 58.8° | 2.85" | — |
| March | 73.4° | 55.9° | 64.7° | 3.28" | — |
| April | 79.3° | 61.8° | 70.5° | 4.08" | — |
| May | 85.9° | 69.3° | 77.6° | 5.42" | — |
| June | 91.0° | 74.9° | 82.9° | 6.09" | — |
| July | 92.9° | 76.6° | 84.8° | 4.59" | — |
| August | 93.5° | 76.7° | 85.1° | 5.44" | — |
| September | 89.3° | 72.9° | 81.1° | 5.76" | — |
| October | 82.1° | 63.9° | 73.0° | 5.78" | — |
| November | 72.6° | 54.0° | 63.3° | 3.90" | — |
| December | 65.7° | 48.0° | 56.9° | 4.34" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brookside Village city | City | 2.3 mi | — |
| Pearland city | City | 4.7 mi | — |
| South Houston city | City | 6.5 mi | — |
| Southside Place city | City | 8.8 mi | — |
| West University Place city | City | 8.9 mi | — |
| Manvel city | City | 9.6 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 77048. • 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.