ZIP Code 78238, Texas
ZIP Code 78238 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 78238 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Bexar County, Texas. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 26,032. The land area covers 10.16 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 26,032 | ±2,560 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 34.1 yrs | ±3.1 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 10,384 | ±815 | 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 | 11,686 | ±787 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 10,384 | ±815 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,302 | ±309 |
| Median Home Value | $209,700 | ±$19,294 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,232 | ±$55 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $57,769 | ±$3,387 |
| Per Capita Income | $28,363 | ±$2,423 |
| Poverty Rate | 13.7% | ±3.3% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 3,530 | ±921 |
| Unemployment Rate | 6% | ±1.8% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 12,695 | ±1,286 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 80.8% | ±8.4% |
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 | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | SAN ANTONIO, 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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Milan Institute-San Antonio Ingram
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College Vocational | 0.7 mi away | 6804 Ingram Road, San Antonio, TX, 78238 |
2106475100
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FOREST HILLS BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 1.8 mi away | 5245 INGRAM RD, SAN ANTONIO, TX, 78228 |
(210) 207-9230
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Lamson Institute
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College | 0.9 mi away | 5819 NW Loop 410-Ste 160, San Antonio, TX, 78238 |
2105201800102
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LEON VALLEY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 2.0 mi away | 6425 EVERS RD, LEON VALLEY, TX, 78238 |
(210) 684-0720
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Vogue College of Cosmetology
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College Vocational | 1.0 mi away | 6012 Ingram Road, San Antonio, TX, 78238-4402 |
5129160077101
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GREAT NORTHWEST BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 2.8 mi away | 9050 WELLWOOD ST, SAN ANTONIO, TX, 78250 |
(210) 207-9210
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Southern Careers Institute-San Antonio
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College | 1.1 mi away | 6963 NW Loop 410, San Antonio, TX, 78238-4114 |
5124377500
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GUERRA BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 3.3 mi away | 7978 W MILITARY DR, SAN ANTONIO, TX, 78227 |
(210) 207-9070
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Concorde Career College-San Antonio
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College | 2.5 mi away | 4803 NW Loop 410, Suite 200, San Antonio, TX, 78229 |
2104282000
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POTRANCO BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 3.4 mi away | 8765 STATE HWY 151, SAN ANTONIO, TX, 78245 |
(210) 207-9280
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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/SEAWORLD, TX US, located 5.3 miles from ZCTA5 78238. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 65.1° | 42.6° | 53.9° | 2.01" | 0.0" |
| February | 69.7° | 46.4° | 58.0° | 1.84" | 0.0" |
| March | 76.0° | 52.9° | 64.5° | 2.30" | 0.0" |
| April | 83.3° | 59.5° | 71.4° | 2.43" | 0.0" |
| May | 89.1° | 67.1° | 78.1° | 4.02" | 0.0" |
| June | 94.8° | 72.6° | 83.7° | 3.40" | 0.0" |
| July | 97.1° | 74.4° | 85.8° | 2.35" | 0.0" |
| August | 98.5° | 74.4° | 86.4° | 2.52" | 0.0" |
| September | 92.7° | 70.2° | 81.4° | 3.14" | 0.0" |
| October | 84.5° | 61.7° | 73.1° | 3.81" | 0.0" |
| November | 74.3° | 51.1° | 62.7° | 1.90" | 0.0" |
| December | 65.7° | 44.4° | 55.0° | 1.89" | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Leon Valley city | City | 1.6 mi | — |
| Balcones Heights city | City | 4.3 mi | — |
| San Antonio city | City | 5.7 mi | — |
| Lackland AFB CDP | CDP | 5.9 mi | — |
| Castle Hills city | City | 7.0 mi | — |
| Olmos Park city | City | 7.9 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 78238. • 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.