ZIP Code 77434, Texas
ZIP Code 77434 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 77434 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Colorado County / Wharton County, Texas. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 3,970. The land area covers 145.54 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,970 | ±199 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 34 yrs | ±7.1 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 1,303 | ±192 | 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 | 1,669 | ±242 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 1,303 | ±192 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 366 | ±143 |
| Median Home Value | $129,300 | ±$44,552 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,229 | ±$267 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $71,705 | ±$21,421 |
| Per Capita Income | $29,901 | ±$5,767 |
| Poverty Rate | 13.2% | ±6.7% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 520 | ±263 |
| Unemployment Rate | 3.9% | ±3.3% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 1,930 | ±341 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 83% | ±5.2% |
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: 21,475 (2024)
ID: 175865
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: COUNTY JUDGE
PO BOX 236, COLUMBUS TX 78934-0236
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | PK-01 | WHARTON, TX | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 11-12 | COLUMBUS, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | COLUMBUS, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | COLUMBUS, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | COLUMBUS, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | 03-05 | EAGLE LAKE, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-02 | EAGLE LAKE, TX | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 09 | WHARTON, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | GARWOOD, TX | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 09-12 | EAGLE LAKE, 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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Wharton County Junior College
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College | 19.7 mi away | 911 Boling Hwy, Wharton, TX, 77488 |
9795324560
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EULA & DAVID WINTERMANN LIBRARY
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Library | 4.7 mi away | 101 N WALNUT AVE, EAGLE LAKE, TX, 77434 |
(979) 234-5411
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GARWOOD MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 7.0 mi away | 512 ARTHUR ST, GARWOOD, TX, 77442 |
(979) 758-3242
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EAST BERNARD BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 15.2 mi away | 746 CLUBSIDE DR, EAST BERNARD, TX, 77435 |
(979) 335-6142
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AUSTIN COUNTY LIBRARY SYSTEM
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Library | 16.9 mi away | 6730 RAILROAD ST, WALLIS, TX, 77485 |
(979) 478-6813
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KNOX MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 16.9 mi away | 6730 RAILROAD ST, WALLIS, TX, 77485 |
(979) 478-6813
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NESBITT MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 18.3 mi away | 529 WASHINGTON ST, COLUMBUS, TX, 78934 |
(979) 732-3392
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WHARTON COUNTY LIBRARY
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Library | 19.1 mi away | 1920 N FULTON ST, WHARTON, TX, 77488 |
(979) 532-8080
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VIRGIL & JOSEPHINE GORDON MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 19.8 mi away | 917 N CIRCLE DR, SEALY, TX, 77474 |
(979) 885-7469
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SHERIDAN MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 21.4 mi away | 5805 S LOGAN PARK DR, SHERIDAN, TX, 77475 |
(979) 234-5154
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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 EAGLE LAKE RESCH CTR, TX US, located 7.3 miles from ZCTA5 77434. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 62.6° | 40.3° | 51.5° | 3.61" | — |
| February | 66.5° | 44.0° | 55.3° | 2.13" | — |
| March | 72.8° | 50.5° | 61.7° | 3.09" | — |
| April | 79.1° | 58.2° | 68.7° | 3.70" | — |
| May | 86.0° | 66.3° | 76.2° | 4.98" | — |
| June | 91.4° | 72.0° | 81.7° | 4.69" | — |
| July | 94.6° | 73.8° | 84.2° | 4.70" | — |
| August | 95.7° | 73.3° | 84.5° | 3.76" | — |
| September | 90.6° | 68.8° | 79.7° | 4.10" | — |
| October | 83.2° | 59.7° | 71.5° | 4.36" | — |
| November | 72.6° | 50.0° | 61.3° | 4.23" | — |
| December | 64.6° | 42.9° | 53.8° | 3.57" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eagle Lake city | City | 4.4 mi | — |
| Garwood CDP | CDP | 8.1 mi | — |
| Nada CDP | CDP | 8.3 mi | — |
| Rock Island CDP | CDP | 15.0 mi | — |
| East Bernard city | City | 15.3 mi | — |
| Hungerford CDP | CDP | 15.9 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 77434. • 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.