ZIP Code 78146, Texas
ZIP Code 78146 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 78146 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Bee County, Texas. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 752. The land area covers 40.26 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 752 | ±360 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 26.8 yrs | ±7.6 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 244 | ±119 | 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 | 302 | ±119 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 244 | ±119 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 58 | ±40 |
| Median Home Value | $169,900 | ±$74,309 |
| 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 | $68,250 | ±$51,339 |
| Per Capita Income | $16,449 | ±$6,774 |
| Poverty Rate | 5% | ±3.5% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 36 | ±31 |
| Unemployment Rate | 0% | ±4.6% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 326 | ±172 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 76.2% | ±29% |
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: 31,226 (2024)
ID: 113469
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: JUDGE
105 W CORPUS CHRISTI ST, RM 109, BEEVILLE TX 78102-5627
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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 | BEEVILLE, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | KENEDY, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | BEEVILLE, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-11 | PAWNEE, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | PETTUS, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-12 | PETTUS, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | 01-05 | BEEVILLE, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-06 | BEEVILLE, TX | |
| 6 Nearby | 2-11 | BEEVILLE, TX | |
| 5 Nearby | 2-12 | BEEVILLE, TX |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 6 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Coastal Bend College
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College | 12.7 mi away | 3800 Charco Rd, Beeville, TX, 78102 |
3613542200
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KENEDY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 14.9 mi away | 303 W MAIN ST, KENEDY, TX, 78119 |
(830) 583-3313
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JOE BARNHART BEE COUNTY LIBRARY
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Library | 15.0 mi away | 110 W CORPUS CHRISTI ST, BEEVILLE, TX, 78102 |
(361) 362-4901
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KARNES CITY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 19.6 mi away | 302 S PANNA MARIA AVE, KARNES CITY, TX, 78118 |
(830) 780-2539
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RUNGE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 20.9 mi away | 311 N HELENA ST, RUNGE, TX, 78151 |
(830) 239-4192
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LIVE OAK COUNTY BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 23.1 mi away | 102 LEROY ST, THREE RIVERS, TX, 78071 |
(361) 786-3037
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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 BEEVILLE 5 NE, TX US, located 13.0 miles from ZCTA5 78146. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 65.5° | 43.6° | 54.6° | 1.77" | 0.0" |
| February | 69.0° | 47.4° | 58.2° | 1.56" | 0.0" |
| March | 74.6° | 53.8° | 64.2° | 2.47" | 0.0" |
| April | 80.7° | 59.7° | 70.2° | 2.34" | 0.0" |
| May | 86.8° | 67.4° | 77.1° | 3.08" | 0.0" |
| June | 91.9° | 72.2° | 82.1° | 3.49" | 0.0" |
| July | 93.8° | 73.3° | 83.6° | 3.16" | 0.0" |
| August | 95.7° | 73.4° | 84.5° | 2.82" | 0.0" |
| September | 90.4° | 69.5° | 80.0° | 4.10" | 0.0" |
| October | 84.1° | 61.3° | 72.7° | 2.89" | 0.0" |
| November | 74.9° | 52.5° | 63.7° | 2.47" | 0.0" |
| December | 67.2° | 45.4° | 56.3° | 1.80" | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pettus CDP | CDP | 1.9 mi | — |
| Tulsita CDP | CDP | 3.0 mi | — |
| Tuleta CDP | CDP | 3.2 mi | — |
| Normanna CDP | CDP | 6.3 mi | — |
| Pawnee CDP | CDP | 10.7 mi | — |
| Kenedy city | City | 14.2 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 78146. • 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.