ZIP Code 77459, Texas
ZIP Code 77459 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 77459 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Fort Bend County, Texas. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 84,221. The land area covers 31.24 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 84,221 | ±3,187 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 39.4 yrs | ±1.3 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 28,506 | ±982 | 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 | 29,730 | ±1,000 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 28,506 | ±982 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,224 | ±383 |
| Median Home Value | $386,900 | ±$8,400 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,987 | ±$149 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $129,151 | ±$7,376 |
| Per Capita Income | $53,155 | ±$2,553 |
| Poverty Rate | 5.9% | ±1.6% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 4,900 | ±1,336 |
| Unemployment Rate | 4.9% | ±1.1% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 41,765 | ±2,055 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 97.2% | ±0.9% |
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: 958,434 (2024)
ID: 183771
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: COUNTY JUDGE
301 JACKSON ST, RICHMOND TX 77469
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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 | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-08 | HOUSTON, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | HOUSTON, TX | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 06-12 | MANVEL, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | RICHMOND, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-08 | HOUSTON, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | HOUSTON, TX | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 06-11 | 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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South Post Oak Barber College
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College Vocational | 7.7 mi away | 14217 South Post Oak Road, Houston, TX, 77045-5249 |
8326495992
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SIENNA BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 0.5 mi away | 8411 SIENNA SPRINGS BLVD, MISSOURI CITY, TX, 77459 |
(281) 238-2900
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Ogle School Hair Skin Nails-Stafford
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College Vocational | 8.2 mi away | 12788 Fountain Lake Circle, Stafford, TX, 77477 |
2814940106
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MISSOURI CITY BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 5.4 mi away | 1530 TEXAS PKWY, MISSOURI CITY, TX, 77489 |
(281) 238-2100
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Jay's Technical Institute
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College Vocational | 8.5 mi away | 11910 Fondren Meadow, Houston, TX, 77071 |
7137722410
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STIMLEY-BLUE RIDGE NEIGHBORHOOD LIBRARY
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Library | 5.6 mi away | 7007 W FUQUA ST, MISSOURI CITY, TX, 77489 |
(832) 393-2370
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North American University
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College | 8.9 mi away | 11929 West Airport Blvd., Stafford, TX, 77477-0000 |
8322305555
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FIRST COLONY BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 6.5 mi away | 2121 AUSTIN PKWY, SUGAR LAND, TX, 77479 |
(281) 265-4444
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Trend Barber College
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College Vocational | 9.0 mi away | 8250 W Bellfort, Houston, TX, 77071-2202 |
7137210000
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MAMIE GEORGE BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 7.4 mi away | 320 DULLES AVE, STAFFORD, TX, 77477 |
(281) 491-8086
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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 THOMPSONS 3 WSW, TX US, located 6.6 miles from ZCTA5 77459. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 62.7° | 43.2° | 53.0° | 4.12" | 0.0" |
| February | 66.6° | 47.3° | 57.0° | 3.04" | 0.0" |
| March | 72.4° | 52.9° | 62.6° | 3.43" | 0.0" |
| April | 78.9° | 58.3° | 68.6° | 3.63" | 0.0" |
| May | 85.4° | 66.3° | 75.9° | 4.93" | 0.0" |
| June | 90.4° | 72.1° | 81.2° | 4.63" | 0.0" |
| July | 92.1° | 74.2° | 83.2° | 3.81" | 0.0" |
| August | 93.3° | 74.1° | 83.7° | 4.47" | 0.0" |
| September | 89.2° | 70.0° | 79.6° | 4.88" | 0.0" |
| October | 82.1° | 60.7° | 71.4° | 5.24" | 0.0" |
| November | 72.3° | 51.8° | 62.1° | 4.05" | 0.0" |
| December | 65.1° | 45.6° | 55.3° | 3.92" | 0.1" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Missouri City city | City | 2.3 mi | — |
| Sienna CDP | CDP | 3.6 mi | — |
| Fresno CDP | CDP | 4.0 mi | — |
| Arcola city | City | 4.2 mi | — |
| Fifth Street CDP | CDP | 5.1 mi | — |
| Thompsons town | Town | 6.8 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 77459. • 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.