ZIP Code 77517, Texas
ZIP Code 77517 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 77517 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Brazoria County / Galveston County, Texas. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 5,529. The land area covers 26.20 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,529 | ±1,128 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 41.1 yrs | ±9.1 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 1,899 | ±275 | 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 | 1,999 | ±269 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 1,899 | ±275 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 100 | ±83 |
| Median Home Value | $314,100 | ±$63,832 |
| Median Gross Rent | $971 | ±$359 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $88,567 | ±$17,900 |
| Per Capita Income | $36,213 | ±$6,800 |
| Poverty Rate | 5.8% | ±3.3% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 321 | ±195 |
| Unemployment Rate | 15.3% | ±13.8% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 2,089 | ±420 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 94.3% | ±19.3% |
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: 413,224 (2024)
ID: 113472
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: CIVIL DA
111 E LOCUST ST, STE 102A, ANGLETON TX 77515-4642
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alternative School Nearby | 06-12 | MANVEL, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | 05-06 | PEARLAND, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | ALVIN, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | ALVIN, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | ALVIN, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | HOUSTON, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | LEAGUE CITY, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | MANVEL, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | PEARLAND, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-03 | DICKINSON, 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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Alvin Community College
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College | 5.9 mi away | 3110 Mustang Rd, Alvin, TX, 77511-4898 |
2817563500
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MAE S BRUCE LIBRARY
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Library | 2.7 mi away | 13302 W 6TH ST, SANTA FE, TX, 77510 |
(409) 925-5540
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College of the Mainland
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College | 9.0 mi away | 1200 Amburn Road, Texas City, TX, 77591-2499 |
4099381211
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ALVIN LIBRARY
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Library | 6.9 mi away | 105 S GORDON ST, ALVIN, TX, 77511 |
(281) 388-4300
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Remington College-Houston Southeast Campus
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College | 9.2 mi away | 2051 West Main Street, League City, TX, 77573 |
2818854450
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GENEVIEVE MILLER HITCHCOCK PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 7.8 mi away | 8005 BARRY AVE, HITCHCOCK, TX, 77563 |
(409) 986-7814
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Paul Mitchell the School-Clear Lake
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College Vocational | 10.9 mi away | 20807 Gulf Fwy, Webster, TX, 77598-0000 |
8887335285
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DICKINSON PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 8.5 mi away | 4411 HWY 3, DICKINSON, TX, 77539 |
(281) 534-3812
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University of Houston-Clear Lake
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College | 14.9 mi away | 2700 Bay Area Blvd, Houston, TX, 77058-1002 |
2812837600
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HELEN HALL LIBRARY
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Library | 9.8 mi away | 100 W WALKER ST, LEAGUE CITY, TX, 77573 |
(281) 554-1111
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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 ALVIN, TX US, located 5.3 miles from ZCTA5 77517. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 63.3° | 43.5° | 53.4° | 4.87" | 0.0" |
| February | 66.7° | 47.7° | 57.2° | 2.98" | 0.0" |
| March | 72.5° | 54.0° | 63.3° | 3.08" | 0.0" |
| April | 77.6° | 59.8° | 68.7° | 4.23" | 0.0" |
| May | 84.7° | 67.5° | 76.1° | 4.64" | 0.0" |
| June | 89.0° | 72.3° | 80.7° | 5.98" | 0.0" |
| July | 90.9° | 74.0° | 82.5° | 4.20" | 0.0" |
| August | 91.1° | 74.0° | 82.5° | 5.60" | 0.0" |
| September | 88.5° | 70.4° | 79.5° | 5.37" | 0.0" |
| October | 81.4° | 60.6° | 71.0° | 5.34" | 0.0" |
| November | 72.5° | 51.5° | 62.0° | 4.31" | 0.0" |
| December | 64.7° | 45.2° | 55.0° | 4.47" | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Santa Fe city | City | 3.0 mi | — |
| Hillcrest Village city | City | 4.8 mi | — |
| Alvin city | City | 6.0 mi | — |
| Dickinson city | City | 7.8 mi | — |
| League City city | City | 8.6 mi | — |
| Liverpool city | City | 9.1 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 77517. • 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.