ZIP Code 78216, Texas
ZIP Code 78216 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 78216 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Bexar County, Texas. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 41,180. The land area covers 14.08 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 41,180 | ±2,380 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 37.8 yrs | ±2 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 19,458 | ±1,073 | 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 | 22,027 | ±1,012 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 19,458 | ±1,073 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 2,569 | ±471 |
| Median Home Value | $310,700 | ±$23,673 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,234 | ±$39 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $59,110 | ±$5,085 |
| Per Capita Income | $40,120 | ±$2,610 |
| Poverty Rate | 17.3% | ±2.6% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 7,099 | ±1,147 |
| Unemployment Rate | 5.3% | ±1.7% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 23,115 | ±1,579 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 91.5% | ±1% |
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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Ogle School Hair Skin Nails-San Antonio
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College Vocational | 1.6 mi away | 742 N. Loop 410 Ste 226, San Antonio, TX, 78216 |
2104240555
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BROOK HOLLOW BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 2.4 mi away | 530 HEIMER RD, SAN ANTONIO, TX, 78232 |
(210) 207-9030
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Oblate School of Theology
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College | 2.4 mi away | 285 Oblate Dr, San Antonio, TX, 78216-6693 |
2103411366
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TOBIN LIBRARY
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Library | 3.9 mi away | 4134 HARRY WURZBACH RD, SAN ANTONIO, TX, 78209 |
(210) 207-9040
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Salon Professional Academy of San Antonio
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College Vocational | 4.0 mi away | 16640 San Pedro Avenue, San Antonio, TX, 78232-2242 |
2105608772
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CODY BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 4.5 mi away | 11441 VANCE JACKSON RD, SAN ANTONIO, TX, 78230 |
(210) 207-9100
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Pima Medical Institute-San Antonio
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College | 4.6 mi away | 6550 First Park Ten Blvd, San Antonio, TX, 78213 |
2109669764
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WESTFALL BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 4.5 mi away | 6111 ROSEDALE CT, SAN ANTONIO, TX, 78201 |
(210) 207-9220
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UCAS University of Cosmetology Arts & Sciences-San Antonio 410
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College Vocational | 4.8 mi away | 4522 Fredericksburg Rd, A-85, San Antonio, TX, 78201 |
2106549734
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LANDA BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 5.3 mi away | 233 BUSHNELL AVE, SAN ANTONIO, TX, 78212 |
(210) 207-9090
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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 INTL AP, TX US, located 0.6 miles from ZCTA5 78216. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 63.3° | 41.0° | 52.2° | 1.96" | 0.0" |
| February | 67.5° | 45.1° | 56.3° | 1.74" | 0.1" |
| March | 73.8° | 51.8° | 62.8° | 2.31" | 0.0" |
| April | 80.3° | 58.4° | 69.4° | 2.42" | 0.0" |
| May | 86.6° | 66.4° | 76.5° | 4.40" | 0.0" |
| June | 92.4° | 72.7° | 82.6° | 3.28" | 0.0" |
| July | 94.9° | 74.7° | 84.8° | 2.41" | 0.0" |
| August | 96.0° | 74.9° | 85.5° | 2.15" | 0.0" |
| September | 90.1° | 69.6° | 79.9° | 3.88" | 0.0" |
| October | 82.2° | 60.4° | 71.3° | 3.75" | 0.0" |
| November | 71.7° | 49.8° | 60.7° | 2.08" | 0.0" |
| December | 64.7° | 42.4° | 53.5° | 2.00" | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Castle Hills city | City | 1.9 mi | — |
| Hill Country Village city | City | 3.0 mi | — |
| Alamo Heights city | City | 4.1 mi | — |
| Hollywood Park town | Town | 4.2 mi | — |
| Olmos Park city | City | 4.4 mi | — |
| Balcones Heights city | City | 4.8 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 78216. • 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.