ZIP Code 78728, Texas
ZIP Code 78728 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 78728 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Travis County / Williamson County, Texas. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 26,777. The land area covers 7.75 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 26,777 | ±2,418 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 33.9 yrs | ±0.8 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 13,169 | ±989 | 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 | 14,128 | ±976 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 13,169 | ±989 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 959 | ±301 |
| Median Home Value | $437,000 | ±$19,120 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,632 | ±$68 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $75,243 | ±$5,752 |
| Per Capita Income | $47,745 | ±$3,514 |
| Poverty Rate | 11.8% | ±4.5% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 3,156 | ±1,233 |
| Unemployment Rate | 2.8% | ±1.4% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 17,083 | ±1,795 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 95.9% | ±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: 1,363,767 (2024)
ID: 191593
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: ADMINISTRATOR
PO BOX 1748, AUSTIN TX 78767-1748
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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 | CEDAR PARK, TX | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 12 | AUSTIN, TX | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 06-12 | AUSTIN, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | AUSTIN, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | AUSTIN, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | AUSTIN, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | GEORGETOWN, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | CEDAR PARK, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK | AUSTIN, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | AUSTIN, 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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Galen Health Institutes-Austin Campus
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College | 1.6 mi away | 1201 W. Louis Henna Boulevard, Building B, Suite 101, Round Rock, TX, 78681-2301 |
2107333056
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WELLS BRANCH COMMUNITY LIBRARY
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Library | 0.9 mi away | 15001 WELLS PORT DR, AUSTIN, TX, 78728 |
(512) 989-3188
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South University-Austin
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College | 1.8 mi away | 1220 West Louis Henna Boulevard, Round Rock, TX, 78681-2300 |
8776595706
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MILWOOD BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 2.8 mi away | 12500 AMHERST DR, AUSTIN, TX, 78727 |
(512) 974-9880
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Universal Technical Institute-West Texas
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College | 3.1 mi away | 301 West Howard Lane, Austin, TX, 78753-9742 |
7372843100
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PFLUGERVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 3.5 mi away | 1008 W PFLUGER ST, PFLUGERVILLE, TX, 78660 |
(512) 990-6375
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Ann Webb Skin Institute
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College Vocational | 4.5 mi away | 11701 Jollyville Road, Austin, TX, 78759-3936 |
5126144012
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ROUND ROCK PUBLIC LIBRARY SYSTEM
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Library | 3.9 mi away | 200 E LIBERTY AVE, ROUND ROCK, TX, 78664 |
(512) 218-7000
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Central Texas Beauty College-Round Rock
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College Vocational | 4.6 mi away | 1400 N. Mays, Round Rock, TX, 78664-4604 |
5122442235
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SPICEWOOD SPRINGS BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 5.3 mi away | 8637 SPICEWOOD SPRINGS RD, AUSTIN, TX, 78759 |
(512) 974-3800
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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 GREAT HILLS, TX US, located 5.5 miles from ZCTA5 78728. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 59.7° | 37.6° | 48.6° | 2.59" | — |
| February | 65.4° | 40.9° | 53.2° | 2.02" | — |
| March | 71.9° | 47.9° | 59.9° | 2.95" | — |
| April | 78.8° | 54.8° | 66.8° | 2.32" | — |
| May | 84.4° | 63.7° | 74.0° | 4.11" | — |
| June | 92.4° | 70.4° | 81.4° | 4.39" | — |
| July | 95.7° | 72.6° | 84.2° | 2.80" | — |
| August | 96.3° | 72.4° | 84.4° | 2.33" | — |
| September | 89.4° | 66.5° | 78.0° | 3.42" | — |
| October | 80.3° | 57.0° | 68.7° | 4.63" | — |
| November | 68.6° | 47.0° | 57.8° | 2.80" | — |
| December | 61.4° | 38.5° | 50.0° | 2.76" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wells Branch CDP | CDP | 0.8 mi | — |
| Brushy Creek CDP | CDP | 5.1 mi | — |
| Pflugerville city | City | 5.1 mi | — |
| Round Rock city | City | 5.3 mi | — |
| Cedar Park city | City | 8.8 mi | — |
| Manor city | City | 10.3 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 78728. • 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.