ZIP Code 78738, Texas
ZIP Code 78738 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 78738 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Travis County, Texas. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 31,019. The land area covers 42.09 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 31,019 | ±1,575 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 43.4 yrs | ±1.1 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 12,063 | ±767 | 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 | 12,533 | ±779 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 12,063 | ±767 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 470 | ±280 |
| Median Home Value | $916,300 | ±$53,533 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,983 | ±$183 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $183,048 | ±$16,078 |
| Per Capita Income | $99,621 | ±$8,523 |
| Poverty Rate | 3.8% | ±1.7% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 1,176 | ±530 |
| Unemployment Rate | 3.3% | ±1.4% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 14,393 | ±970 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 99.6% | ±0.7% |
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 | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | AUSTIN, TX | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 06-12 | BUDA, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | AUSTIN, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | AUSTIN, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | CEDAR PARK, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | AUSTIN, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | AUSTIN, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | 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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The Recording Conservatory of Austin
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College | 10.1 mi away | 4615 City Park Road, Austin, TX, 78730-3004 |
5122310344
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LAKE TRAVIS COMMUNITY LIBRARY
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Library | 2.7 mi away | 1938 LOHMANS CROSSING RD, AUSTIN, TX, 78734 |
(512) 263-2885
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Concordia University Texas
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College | 12.0 mi away | 11400 Concordia University Drive, Austin, TX, 78726 |
5123133000
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LAKE TRAVIS COMMUNITY LIBRARY BOOKMOBILE
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Library | 2.7 mi away | 1938 LOHMANS CROSSING RD, AUSTIN, TX, 78734 |
(512) 809-5800
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AOMA Graduate School of Integrative Medicine
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College | 12.5 mi away | 4701 Westgate Blvd, Austin, TX, 78745 |
5124541188
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BEE CAVE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 2.9 mi away | 4000 GALLERIA PKWY, BEE CAVE, TX, 78738 |
(512) 767-6620
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Baldwin Beauty School-South Austin
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College Vocational | 13.1 mi away | 3005 S Lamar, Austin, TX, 78704-4785 |
5124416898
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LAURA BUSH COMMUNITY LIBRARY
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Library | 6.9 mi away | 9411 BEE CAVES RD, AUSTIN, TX, 78733 |
(512) 381-1401
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Texas Health and Science University
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College | 13.2 mi away | 4005 Menchaca Rd, Austin, TX, 78704 |
5124448082107
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DRIPPING SPRINGS COMMUNITY LIBRARY
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Library | 10.0 mi away | 501 SPORTSPLEX DR, DRIPPING SPRINGS, TX, 78620 |
(512) 858-7825
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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 DRIPPING SPRINGS 6 E, TX US, located 6.1 miles from ZCTA5 78738. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 60.4° | 38.9° | 49.7° | 2.65" | 0.0" |
| February | 64.6° | 42.9° | 53.7° | 2.10" | 0.2" |
| March | 71.8° | 49.3° | 60.5° | 2.86" | 0.0" |
| April | 78.9° | 56.2° | 67.6° | 2.61" | 0.0" |
| May | 84.8° | 64.1° | 74.5° | 4.29" | 0.0" |
| June | 91.0° | 70.1° | 80.6° | 3.68" | 0.0" |
| July | 94.2° | 72.3° | 83.2° | 2.10" | 0.0" |
| August | 95.4° | 71.8° | 83.6° | 2.11" | 0.0" |
| September | 88.8° | 66.1° | 77.4° | 3.65" | 0.0" |
| October | 79.8° | 57.5° | 68.6° | 3.97" | 0.0" |
| November | 68.7° | 47.7° | 58.2° | 2.94" | 0.0" |
| December | 61.4° | 40.6° | 51.0° | 2.74" | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bee Cave city | City | 1.6 mi | — |
| The Hills village | Village | 2.7 mi | — |
| Lakeway city | City | 3.3 mi | — |
| Point Venture village | Village | 5.4 mi | — |
| Steiner Ranch CDP | CDP | 6.9 mi | — |
| Barton Creek CDP | CDP | 7.3 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 78738. • 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.