ZIP Code 78654, Texas
ZIP Code 78654 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 78654 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Burnet County / Travis County, Texas. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 20,650. The land area covers 201.17 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 20,650 | ±712 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 42.7 yrs | ±3.3 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 8,362 | ±335 | 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 | 10,090 | ±500 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 8,362 | ±335 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,728 | ±441 |
| Median Home Value | $358,400 | ±$23,679 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,387 | ±$71 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $74,130 | ±$6,081 |
| Per Capita Income | $44,210 | ±$3,660 |
| Poverty Rate | 8.6% | ±1.8% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 1,753 | ±374 |
| Unemployment Rate | 3.1% | ±1.4% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 9,830 | ±590 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 94.4% | ±5.3% |
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: 55,722 (2024)
ID: 202607
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: ASSISTANT AUDITOR
220 S PIERCE ST, RM 1, BURNET TX 78611-3136
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | BERTRAM, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | BURNET, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | BURNET, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | MARBLE FALLS, TX | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 10-12 | MARBLE FALLS, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | GRANITE SHOALS, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-12 | KINGSLAND, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-03 | LAGO VISTA, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | LAGO VISTA, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | 04-05 | LAGO VISTA, 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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Concordia University Texas
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College | 24.7 mi away | 11400 Concordia University Drive, Austin, TX, 78726 |
5123133000
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MARBLE FALLS PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 4.0 mi away | 101 MAIN ST, MARBLE FALLS, TX, 78654 |
(830) 693-3023
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SPICEWOOD COMMUNITY LIBRARY
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Library | 7.6 mi away | 1011 SPUR 191, SPICEWOOD, TX, 78669 |
(830) 693-7892
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HERMAN BROWN FREE LIBRARY
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Library | 12.9 mi away | 100 E WASHINGTON ST, BURNET, TX, 78611 |
(512) 715-5228
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KINGSLAND BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 14.8 mi away | 125 W POLK ST, KINGSLAND, TX, 78639 |
(325) 388-3170
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BERTRAM FREE LIBRARY
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Library | 15.0 mi away | 170 N GABRIEL ST, BERTRAM, TX, 78605 |
(512) 355-2113
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BURNET COUNTY LIBRARY SYSTEM
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Library | 15.0 mi away | 170 S GABRIEL ST, BERTRAM, TX, 78605 |
(512) 715-5228
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LAGO VISTA PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 15.6 mi away | 5803 THUNDERBIRD STE 40, LAGO VISTA, TX, 78645 |
(512) 267-3868
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JONESTOWN COMMUNITY LIBRARY
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Library | 17.9 mi away | 18649 FM 1431 STE 10A, JONESTOWN, TX, 78645 |
(512) 267-7511
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LIBERTY HILL PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 18.9 mi away | 355 MAIN STREET, LIBERTY HILL, TX, 78642 |
(512) 778-6400
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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 AUSTIN 33 NW, TX US, located 8.3 miles from ZCTA5 78654. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 60.3° | 40.2° | 50.3° | 1.85" | — |
| February | 63.4° | 42.5° | 52.9° | 2.08" | — |
| March | 70.7° | 49.7° | 60.2° | 2.67" | — |
| April | 77.8° | 56.5° | 67.2° | 2.90" | — |
| May | 83.9° | 64.0° | 74.0° | 4.02" | — |
| June | 90.5° | 70.8° | 80.6° | 2.80" | — |
| July | 94.2° | 72.5° | 83.4° | 2.01" | — |
| August | 95.3° | 72.5° | 83.9° | 2.89" | — |
| September | 87.9° | 67.5° | 77.7° | 3.19" | — |
| October | 79.0° | 59.7° | 69.4° | 3.51" | — |
| November | 68.0° | 49.2° | 58.6° | 2.85" | — |
| December | 60.8° | 41.0° | 50.9° | 2.26" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marble Falls city | City | 4.1 mi | — |
| Double Horn city | City | 5.1 mi | — |
| Meadowlakes city | City | 5.1 mi | — |
| Cottonwood Shores city | City | 7.1 mi | — |
| Granite Shoals city | City | 9.4 mi | — |
| Horseshoe Bay city | City | 10.3 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 78654. • 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.