ZIP Code 78209, Texas
ZIP Code 78209 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 78209 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Bexar County, Texas. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 43,400. The land area covers 10.17 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 43,400 | ±2,103 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 38.9 yrs | ±1.7 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 20,328 | ±1,223 | 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 | 23,033 | ±1,156 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 20,328 | ±1,223 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 2,705 | ±487 |
| Median Home Value | $497,000 | ±$30,730 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,447 | ±$85 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $86,514 | ±$4,121 |
| Per Capita Income | $72,305 | ±$6,057 |
| Poverty Rate | 9.3% | ±2.4% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 3,959 | ±1,048 |
| Unemployment Rate | 4% | ±1.2% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 21,752 | ±1,482 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 93% | ±2.6% |
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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University of the Incarnate Word
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College | 1.6 mi away | 4301 Broadway, San Antonio, TX, 78209 |
2108296000
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TOBIN LIBRARY
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Library | 2.0 mi away | 4134 HARRY WURZBACH RD, SAN ANTONIO, TX, 78209 |
(210) 207-9040
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Trinity University
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College | 2.4 mi away | One Trinity Place, San Antonio, TX, 78212-7200 |
2109997011
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LANDA BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 2.6 mi away | 233 BUSHNELL AVE, SAN ANTONIO, TX, 78212 |
(210) 207-9090
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Oblate School of Theology
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College | 3.0 mi away | 285 Oblate Dr, San Antonio, TX, 78216-6693 |
2103411366
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SAN PEDRO BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 3.9 mi away | 1315 SAN PEDRO AVE, SAN ANTONIO, TX, 78212 |
(210) 207-9050
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Alamo Community College District Central Office
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College | 3.2 mi away | 2222 N. Alamo St., San Antonio, TX, 78215 |
2104858000
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PRUITT BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 4.1 mi away | 5110 WALZEM RD, SAN ANTONIO, TX, 78218 |
(210) 650-1122
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Nuvani Institute
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College Vocational | 3.4 mi away | 2402 San Pedro Ave., San Antonio, TX, 78212-1901 |
8306267007
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BIBLIOTECH EAST
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Library | 4.1 mi away | 1203 N WALTERS ST, SAN ANTONIO, TX, 78202 |
(210) 631-0230
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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 1.6 miles from ZCTA5 78209. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alamo Heights city | City | 0.8 mi | — |
| Terrell Hills city | City | 1.0 mi | — |
| Olmos Park city | City | 2.1 mi | — |
| Castle Hills city | City | 4.5 mi | — |
| San Antonio city | City | 4.6 mi | — |
| Kirby city | City | 4.7 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 78209. • 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.