ZIP Code 78261, Texas
ZIP Code 78261 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 78261 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Bexar County, Texas. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 26,657. The land area covers 29.13 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 26,657 | ±2,027 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 36.4 yrs | ±3.6 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 9,098 | ±696 | 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 | 9,483 | ±699 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 9,098 | ±696 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 385 | ±373 |
| Median Home Value | $430,200 | ±$26,911 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,799 | ±$257 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $147,727 | ±$15,536 |
| Per Capita Income | $57,278 | ±$5,095 |
| Poverty Rate | 2.8% | ±1.2% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 750 | ±337 |
| Unemployment Rate | 4.2% | ±3.4% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 14,342 | ±1,314 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 94.9% | ±1.6% |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alternative School Nearby | 11-12 | SAN ANTONIO, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | SAN ANTONIO, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | SAN ANTONIO, TX | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 09-12 | SCHERTZ, TX | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 09-12 | SAN ANTONIO, TX | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 06-08 | SAN ANTONIO, TX | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 01-05 | SAN ANTONIO, TX | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 05 | SAN ANTONIO, TX | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 06-08 | SAN ANTONIO, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | SPRING BRANCH, 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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Aveda Arts & Sciences Institute-San Antonio
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College Vocational | 4.7 mi away | 21003 Encino Commons Ste 121, San Antonio, TX, 78259-2792 |
9854157569
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ENCINO BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 4.6 mi away | 2515 E EVANS RD, SAN ANTONIO, TX, 78259 |
(210) 207-9250
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Paul Mitchell the School-San Antonio
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College Vocational | 6.7 mi away | 18402 US Highway 281, Suite 124, San Antonio, TX, 78259 |
21052383335104
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CITY OF GARDEN RIDGE LIBRARY
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Library | 7.0 mi away | 9400 MUNICIPAL PKWY, GARDEN RIDGE, TX, 78266 |
(210) 651-6570
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Salon Professional Academy of San Antonio
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College Vocational | 7.8 mi away | 16640 San Pedro Avenue, San Antonio, TX, 78232-2242 |
2105608772
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MAMMEN FAMILY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 7.3 mi away | 131 BULVERDE CROSSING RD, BULVERDE, TX, 78163 |
(830) 438-4864
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Deluxe Barber College
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College Vocational | 9.3 mi away | 12636 Nacogdoches Road, San Antonio, TX, 78217-2118 |
2106559999
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PARMAN LIBRARY
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Library | 7.7 mi away | 20735 WILDERNESS OAK, SAN ANTONIO, TX, 78258 |
(210) 207-2703
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Northeast Lakeview College
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College | 11.0 mi away | 1201 Kitty Hawk Rd, Universal City, TX, 78145 |
2104865000
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SEMMES BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 7.9 mi away | 15060 JUDSON RD, SAN ANTONIO, TX, 78247 |
(210) 207-9110
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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 11.2 miles from ZCTA5 78261. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Timberwood Park CDP | CDP | 4.9 mi | — |
| Bulverde city | City | 6.6 mi | — |
| Garden Ridge city | City | 7.6 mi | — |
| Hollywood Park town | Town | 8.0 mi | — |
| Selma city | City | 8.8 mi | — |
| Hill Country Village city | City | 9.0 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 78261. • 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.