ZIP Code 77705, Texas
ZIP Code 77705 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 77705 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Jefferson County, Texas. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 38,259. The land area covers 242.65 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 38,259 | ±1,897 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 37.8 yrs | ±1.3 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 9,886 | ±687 | 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 | 12,094 | ±639 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 9,886 | ±687 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 2,208 | ±399 |
| Median Home Value | $135,900 | ±$17,384 |
| Median Gross Rent | $930 | ±$101 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $54,633 | ±$4,555 |
| Per Capita Income | $20,827 | ±$1,410 |
| Poverty Rate | 23.5% | ±3.5% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 5,997 | ±992 |
| Unemployment Rate | 6% | ±2.5% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 11,103 | ±976 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 88.5% | ±2.5% |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alternative School Nearby | 09-11 | PORT NECHES, TX | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 06-12 | NEDERLAND, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | BEAUMONT, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | BEAUMONT, TX | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 03-05 | BEAUMONT, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | BEAUMONT, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK | BEAUMONT, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | BEAUMONT, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | PORT ARTHUR, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | PORT ARTHUR, 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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Texas Healthtech Institute
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College | 11.0 mi away | 9615 College Street, Beaumont, TX, 77707-2604 |
40986605553103
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THEODORE JOHNS BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 10.0 mi away | 4255 FANNETT RD, BEAUMONT, TX, 77705 |
(409) 842-5223
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Lamar University
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College | 11.1 mi away | 4400 MLK Blvd, Beaumont, TX, 77705 |
4098807011
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MARION & ED HUGHES PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 11.1 mi away | 2712 NEDERLAND AVE, NEDERLAND, TX, 77627 |
(409) 722-1255
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Lamar Institute of Technology
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College | 11.3 mi away | 855 E Lavaca, Beaumont, TX, 77705 |
4098808321
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RC MILLER MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 12.8 mi away | 1605 DOWLEN RD, BEAUMONT, TX, 77706 |
(409) 866-9487
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Pathway Vocational Academy
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College Vocational | 11.4 mi away | 3141 College, Suite A10, Beaumont, TX, 77701-4650 |
4098133100
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BEAUMONT PUBLIC LIBRARY SYSTEM
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Library | 12.8 mi away | 801 PEARL ST, BEAUMONT, TX, 77701 |
(409) 981-5911
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Barbers Trade School
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College Vocational | 12.8 mi away | 665 Orleans Street, Beaumont, TX, 77701-3308 |
4098389094
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MAURINE GRAY LITERACY CENTER
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Library | 12.8 mi away | 801 PEARL ST, BEAUMONT, TX, 77701 |
(409) 835-7924
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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 9.7 miles from ZCTA5 77705. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Taylor Landing city | City | 4.0 mi | — |
| Fannett CDP | CDP | 4.3 mi | — |
| Beauxart Gardens CDP | CDP | 9.1 mi | — |
| Hamshire CDP | CDP | 9.4 mi | — |
| Central Gardens CDP | CDP | 10.7 mi | — |
| Nederland city | City | 11.2 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 77705. • 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.