ZIP Code 77861, Texas
ZIP Code 77861 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 77861 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Grimes County, Texas. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 3,065. The land area covers 115.26 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,065 | ±471 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 39.4 yrs | ±7.1 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 1,275 | ±236 | 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 | 1,488 | ±260 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 1,275 | ±236 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 213 | ±112 |
| Median Home Value | $232,500 | ±$59,682 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,130 | ±$219 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $67,275 | ±$9,221 |
| Per Capita Income | $33,404 | ±$5,073 |
| Poverty Rate | 14.7% | ±8.8% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 450 | ±279 |
| Unemployment Rate | 2.1% | ±2.3% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 1,095 | ±252 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 85.3% | ±9.5% |
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: 33,448 (2024)
ID: 175887
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: COURT COODINATOR/ADMINISTRATIVE ASST
PO BOX 160, ANDERSON TX 77830-0160
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | COLLEGE STATION, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-08 | COLLEGE STATION, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | BRYAN, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | BRYAN, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | COLLEGE STATION, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | COLLEGE STATION, TX | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 08-10 | COLLEGE STATION, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-08 | COLLEGE STATION, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | COLLEGE STATION, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | COLLEGE STATION, 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 A & M University-System Office
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College | 14.2 mi away | 301 Tarrow, College Station, TX, 77840-7896 |
9794586000
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BEDIAS PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 10.1 mi away | 3348 MAIN ST, BEDIAS, TX, 77831 |
(936) 395-2658
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Charles and Sues School of Hair Design
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College Vocational | 14.5 mi away | 1711 Briarcrest Dr, Bryan, TX, 77802 |
9797764375
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LARRY J RINGER PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 15.2 mi away | 1818 HARVEY MITCHELL PKWY S, COLLEGE STATION, TX, 77845 |
(979) 209-6347
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Texas A&M University-College Station
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College | 15.3 mi away | 1246 TAMU, College Station, TX, 77843-1246 |
9798453211
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BRYAN+COLLEGE STATION PUBLIC LIBRARY SYSTEM
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Library | 16.0 mi away | 201 E 26TH ST, BRYAN, TX, 77803 |
(979) 209-5600
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Manuel and Theresa's School of Hair Design-Bryan
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College Vocational | 16.0 mi away | 715 s texas ave, Bryan, TX, 77803 |
9792045772
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CLARA B MOUNCE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 16.0 mi away | 201 E 26TH ST, BRYAN, TX, 77803 |
(979) 209-5600
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CARNEGIE HISTORY CENTER
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Library | 16.1 mi away | 111 S MAIN ST, BRYAN, TX, 77803 |
(979) 209-5630
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MADISON COUNTY LIBRARY
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Library | 19.5 mi away | 605 S MAY ST, MADISONVILLE, TX, 77864 |
(936) 348-6118
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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 COLLEGE STN, TX US, located 17.7 miles from ZCTA5 77861. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 61.7° | 41.3° | 51.5° | 3.43" | — |
| February | 65.5° | 45.1° | 55.3° | 2.90" | — |
| March | 72.5° | 51.7° | 62.1° | 3.41" | — |
| April | 79.2° | 58.1° | 68.7° | 2.87" | — |
| May | 86.3° | 66.4° | 76.4° | 4.60" | — |
| June | 92.2° | 73.0° | 82.6° | 4.01" | — |
| July | 95.4° | 74.9° | 85.1° | 1.98" | — |
| August | 96.6° | 74.7° | 85.7° | 3.10" | — |
| September | 91.2° | 70.0° | 80.6° | 3.50" | — |
| October | 81.9° | 60.2° | 71.1° | 4.93" | — |
| November | 71.1° | 49.8° | 60.4° | 3.31" | — |
| December | 63.4° | 42.8° | 53.1° | 3.71" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Iola city | City | 4.0 mi | — |
| Bedias city | City | 10.6 mi | — |
| Kurten town | Town | 11.0 mi | — |
| Wixon Valley city | City | 12.8 mi | — |
| College Station city | City | 14.6 mi | — |
| Shiro CDP | CDP | 15.5 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 77861. • 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.