ZIP Code 77056, Texas
ZIP Code 77056 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 77056 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Harris County, Texas. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 22,877. The land area covers 3.46 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 22,877 | ±1,131 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 43.1 yrs | ±2.1 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 12,929 | ±546 | 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 | 15,768 | ±551 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 12,929 | ±546 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 2,839 | ±430 |
| Median Home Value | $860,900 | ±$103,606 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,840 | ±$53 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $93,499 | ±$6,551 |
| Per Capita Income | $97,895 | ±$9,067 |
| Poverty Rate | 8.6% | ±2% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 1,956 | ±462 |
| Unemployment Rate | 5.4% | ±1.5% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 13,300 | ±863 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 95.7% | ±1.2% |
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 public school district Serving District | PK-12 | GEORGETOWN, TX | |
| 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 |
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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Vet Tech Institute of Houston
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College | 1.6 mi away | 4669 Southwest Fwy Ste 100, Houston, TX, 77027 |
7136291500
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JUNGMAN NEIGHBORHOOD LIBRARY
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Library | 1.0 mi away | 5830 WESTHEIMER RD, HOUSTON, TX, 77057 |
(832) 393-1860
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College of Biblical Studies-Houston
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College | 3.1 mi away | 7000 Regency Square Blvd., Houston, TX, 77036-3211 |
7137855995
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LOOSCAN NEIGHBORHOOD LIBRARY
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Library | 1.7 mi away | 2510 WILLOWICK RD, HOUSTON, TX, 77027 |
(832) 393-1900
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American College of Acupuncture and Oriental Med
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College | 3.5 mi away | 9100 Park West Drive, Houston, TX, 77063-4104 |
7137809777
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WEST UNIVERSITY BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 2.9 mi away | 6108 AUDEN ST, HOUSTON, TX, 77005 |
(832) 927-5491
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School of Automotive Machinists & Technology
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College | 4.0 mi away | 1911 Antoine Drive, Houston, TX, 77055-1803 |
7136833817
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HPL EXPRESS SOUTHWEST
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Library | 3.1 mi away | 6400 HIGH STAR, HOUSTON, TX, 77074 |
(832) 393-2660
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The College of Health Care Professions-Southwest Houston
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College | 4.3 mi away | 7322 SOUTHWEST FREEWAY SUITE 110, Houston, TX, 77074 |
7134702427
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BELLAIRE CITY LIBRARY
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Library | 3.2 mi away | 5111 JESSAMINE ST, BELLAIRE, TX, 77401 |
(713) 662-8160
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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 11.3 miles from ZCTA5 77056. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hunters Creek Village city | City | 2.4 mi | — |
| Piney Point Village city | City | 2.8 mi | — |
| Bellaire city | City | 3.1 mi | — |
| Hilshire Village city | City | 3.2 mi | — |
| West University Place city | City | 3.2 mi | — |
| Southside Place city | City | 3.4 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 77056. • 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.