ZIP Code 78203, Texas
ZIP Code 78203 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 78203 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Bexar County, Texas. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 5,200. The land area covers 1.37 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,200 | ±1,108 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 33.4 yrs | ±5.8 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 1,802 | ±317 | 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 | 2,392 | ±321 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 1,802 | ±317 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 590 | ±163 |
| Median Home Value | $158,000 | ±$31,036 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,051 | ±$188 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $35,536 | ±$14,627 |
| Per Capita Income | $18,976 | ±$2,969 |
| Poverty Rate | 39.1% | ±3.7% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 1,986 | ±471 |
| Unemployment Rate | 6.3% | ±4.7% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 2,366 | ±633 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 80.4% | ±19.7% |
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: 2,127,737 (2024)
ID: 175853
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: COUNTY JUDGE
203 W NUEVA ST, SUITE 200, SAN ANTONIO TX 78207-4505
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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 | SAN ANTONIO, TX | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 11-12 | SAN ANTONIO, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | SAN ANTONIO, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-12 | SAN ANTONIO, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | 03-08 | SAN ANTONIO, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | SAN ANTONIO, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | SAN ANTONIO, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | SAN ANTONIO, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | SAN ANTONIO, TX | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 09-12 | SCHERTZ, 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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St Philip's College
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College | 0.4 mi away | 1801 Martin Luther King Dr, San Antonio, TX, 78203-2098 |
2104862000
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BIBLIOTECH EAST
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Library | 1.1 mi away | 1203 N WALTERS ST, SAN ANTONIO, TX, 78202 |
(210) 631-0230
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Alamo Community College District Central Office
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College | 2.3 mi away | 2222 N. Alamo St., San Antonio, TX, 78215 |
2104858000
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CARVER BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 1.5 mi away | 3350 E COMMERCE ST, SAN ANTONIO, TX, 78220 |
(210) 207-9180
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San Antonio College
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College | 3.2 mi away | 1819 N. Main Ave.,, San Antonio, TX, 78212-3941 |
2104860000
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BIBLIOTECH CENTRAL JURY ROOM
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Library | 2.2 mi away | 300 DOLOROSA ST, SAN ANTONIO, TX, 78205 |
(210) 335-2940
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Trinity University
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College | 3.6 mi away | One Trinity Place, San Antonio, TX, 78212-7200 |
2109997011
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MCCRELESS BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 2.4 mi away | 1023 ADA ST, SAN ANTONIO, TX, 78223 |
(210) 207-9170
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University of the Incarnate Word
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College | 3.6 mi away | 4301 Broadway, San Antonio, TX, 78209 |
2108296000
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SAN ANTONIO PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 2.4 mi away | 600 SOLEDAD ST, SAN ANTONIO, TX, 78205 |
(210) 207-2500
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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 SAN ANTONIO INCARNATE WORD, TX US, located 3.9 miles from ZCTA5 78203. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 63.2° | 40.2° | 51.7° | 2.21" | 0.0" |
| February | 67.5° | 43.8° | 55.6° | 1.87" | 0.0" |
| March | 73.8° | 51.0° | 62.4° | 2.38" | 0.0" |
| April | 80.1° | 57.4° | 68.7° | 2.32" | 0.0" |
| May | 85.7° | 65.7° | 75.7° | 4.38" | 0.0" |
| June | 91.7° | 72.0° | 81.9° | 3.55" | 0.0" |
| July | 94.0° | 74.1° | 84.1° | 2.41" | 0.0" |
| August | 95.3° | 74.1° | 84.7° | 2.43" | 0.0" |
| September | 89.5° | 68.8° | 79.2° | 3.90" | 0.0" |
| October | 81.7° | 59.2° | 70.5° | 3.93" | 0.0" |
| November | 71.4° | 49.0° | 60.2° | 2.48" | 0.0" |
| December | 64.2° | 41.4° | 52.8° | 2.11" | 0.1" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Terrell Hills city | City | 4.3 mi | — |
| Olmos Park city | City | 4.4 mi | — |
| Alamo Heights city | City | 4.7 mi | — |
| San Antonio city | City | 5.0 mi | — |
| Kirby city | City | 5.5 mi | — |
| China Grove town | Town | 7.0 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 78203. • 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.