ZIP Code 77655, Texas
ZIP Code 77655 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 77655 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Jefferson County, Texas. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 330. The land area covers 46.91 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 330 | ±127 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 59.1 yrs | ±12.1 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 163 | ±62 | 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 | 196 | ±71 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 163 | ±62 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 33 | ±23 |
| Median Home Value | $147,000 | ±$32,063 |
| Median Gross Rent | Suppressed | — |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $73,750 | ±$41,708 |
| Per Capita Income | $45,457 | ±$10,940 |
| Poverty Rate | 6.6% | ±7.8% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 20 | ±25 |
| Unemployment Rate | 0% | ±14.2% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 106 | ±62 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 82.8% | ±12.1% |
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: 253,948 (2024)
ID: 135052
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: COUNTY JUDGE
1149 PEARL ST, FL 4, BEAUMONT TX 77701-3638
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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 | PORT ARTHUR, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | PORT ARTHUR, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | 03-05 | PORT ARTHUR, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | PORT ARTHUR, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | PORT ARTHUR, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-12 | Cameron, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | PORT ARTHUR, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | PORT ARTHUR, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | PORT ARTHUR, TX | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 06-12 | PORT ARTHUR, TX |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 9 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Lamar State College-Port Arthur
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College | 11.8 mi away | 1500 Proctor St, Port Arthur, TX, 77640 |
4099846342
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PORT ARTHUR PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 15.0 mi away | 4615 9TH AVE, PORT ARTHUR, TX, 77642 |
(409) 985-8838
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Lamar University
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College | 24.3 mi away | 4400 MLK Blvd, Beaumont, TX, 77705 |
4098807011
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GROVES PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 16.1 mi away | 5600 W WASHINGTON ST, GROVES, TX, 77619 |
(409) 962-6281
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Lamar Institute of Technology
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College | 24.8 mi away | 855 E Lavaca, Beaumont, TX, 77705 |
4098808321
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MARION & ED HUGHES PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 17.9 mi away | 2712 NEDERLAND AVE, NEDERLAND, TX, 77627 |
(409) 722-1255
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EFFIE & WILTON HEBERT PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 19.2 mi away | 2025 MERRIMAN ST, PORT NECHES, TX, 77651 |
(409) 722-4554
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JOHNSON BAYOU BRANCH
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Library | 21.7 mi away | 4586 GULF BEACH HIGHWAY, CAMERON, LA, 70631 |
(337) 569-2892
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BRIDGE CITY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 23.1 mi away | 101 PARKSIDE DR, BRIDGE CITY, TX, 77611 |
(409) 735-4242
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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 PORT ARTHUR SE TX AP, TX US, located 17.3 miles from ZCTA5 77655. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 63.5° | 43.8° | 53.7° | 5.32" | — |
| February | 67.3° | 47.8° | 57.5° | 3.09" | — |
| March | 73.2° | 53.4° | 63.3° | 3.63" | — |
| April | 79.0° | 59.6° | 69.3° | 3.92" | — |
| May | 85.7° | 67.3° | 76.5° | 4.70" | — |
| June | 90.9° | 73.1° | 82.0° | 6.70" | — |
| July | 92.6° | 74.6° | 83.6° | 6.85" | — |
| August | 93.1° | 74.4° | 83.8° | 6.89" | — |
| September | 89.5° | 70.6° | 80.0° | 6.69" | — |
| October | 82.1° | 61.1° | 71.6° | 5.47" | — |
| November | 72.3° | 51.5° | 61.9° | 3.89" | — |
| December | 65.5° | 45.8° | 55.6° | 4.98" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Port Arthur city | City | 13.4 mi | — |
| Taylor Landing city | City | 15.7 mi | — |
| Groves city | City | 16.4 mi | — |
| Port Neches city | City | 17.4 mi | — |
| Beauxart Gardens CDP | CDP | 18.2 mi | — |
| Nederland city | City | 18.3 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 77655. • 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.