ZIP Code 77521, Texas
ZIP Code 77521 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 77521 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Chambers County / Harris County, Texas. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 69,038. The land area covers 49.26 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 69,038 | ±2,684 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 32.9 yrs | ±1.1 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 24,321 | ±953 | 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 | 25,879 | ±1,008 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 24,321 | ±953 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,558 | ±346 |
| Median Home Value | $231,400 | ±$8,554 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,390 | ±$58 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $73,629 | ±$6,795 |
| Per Capita Income | $32,886 | ±$1,958 |
| Poverty Rate | 15.4% | ±3.6% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 10,537 | ±2,536 |
| Unemployment Rate | 9.7% | ±2.4% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 31,219 | ±1,687 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 93.4% | ±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: 56,179 (2024)
ID: 175861
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: COUNTY JUDGE
PO BOX 939, ANAHUAC TX 77514-0939
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alternative School Nearby | 06-08 | CHANNELVIEW, TX | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 09-12 | HOUSTON, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | HOUSTON, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | BAYTOWN, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | CHANNELVIEW, TX | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 07-12 | MONT BELVIEU, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | BAYTOWN, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | HUMBLE, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | HUMBLE, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | HUMBLE, 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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Lee College
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College | 5.6 mi away | 511 S Whiting, Baytown, TX, 77520 |
2814275611
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STERLING MUNICIPAL LIBRARY
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Library | 5.3 mi away | 1 WILBANKS AVE, BAYTOWN, TX, 77520 |
(281) 427-7331
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San Jacinto Community College
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College | 13.9 mi away | 8060 Spencer Hwy, Pasadena, TX, 77505 |
2819986150
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STRATFORD BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 6.1 mi away | 509 STRATFORD ST, HIGHLANDS, TX, 77562 |
(832) 927-5401
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Epic Barber College
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College Vocational | 13.9 mi away | 13018 Woodforest Boulevard Ste J, Houston, TX, 77015-2800 |
7132927036
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SAM AND CARMENA GOSS MEMORIAL BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 7.0 mi away | 1 JOHN HALL DR, MONT BELVIEU, TX, 77523 |
(281) 576-2245
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Texas Chiropractic College Foundation Inc
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College | 15.2 mi away | 5912 Spencer Hwy, Pasadena, TX, 77505-1699 |
2814871170
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CROSBY-EDITH FAE COOK COLE BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 9.7 mi away | 135 HARE RD, CROSBY, TX, 77532 |
(281) 328-1232
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Houston Training School-Main Campus
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College Vocational | 17.1 mi away | 10314 I-10 East Fwy, Houston, TX, 77029 |
2818679099
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LA PORTE BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 11.1 mi away | 600 S BROADWAY ST, LA PORTE, TX, 77571 |
(281) 470-0829
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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 BAYTOWN, TX US, located 7.3 miles from ZCTA5 77521. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 62.9° | 41.4° | 52.1° | 4.85" | 0.0" |
| February | 66.4° | 45.3° | 55.8° | 3.78" | 0.0" |
| March | 72.1° | 52.0° | 62.0° | 3.94" | 0.0" |
| April | 77.5° | 58.5° | 68.0° | 4.51" | 0.0" |
| May | 84.2° | 66.7° | 75.4° | 6.01" | 0.0" |
| June | 89.2° | 72.7° | 80.9° | 7.08" | 0.0" |
| July | 91.5° | 74.6° | 83.1° | 5.49" | 0.0" |
| August | 92.3° | 74.3° | 83.3° | 6.82" | 0.0" |
| September | 88.5° | 69.0° | 78.8° | 6.41" | 0.0" |
| October | 81.6° | 59.6° | 70.6° | 6.13" | 0.0" |
| November | 71.4° | 50.1° | 60.7° | 4.94" | 0.0" |
| December | 64.5° | 43.6° | 54.1° | 4.77" | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baytown city | City | 3.2 mi | — |
| Highlands CDP | CDP | 5.7 mi | — |
| Mont Belvieu city | City | 5.9 mi | — |
| Barrett CDP | CDP | 6.5 mi | — |
| Beach City city | City | 8.6 mi | — |
| Channelview CDP | CDP | 9.1 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 77521. • 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.