ZIP Code 78747, Texas
ZIP Code 78747 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 78747 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Travis County, Texas. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 22,180. The land area covers 22.23 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 22,180 | ±1,662 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 34.5 yrs | ±2.3 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 9,096 | ±545 | 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 | 9,516 | ±503 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 9,096 | ±545 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 420 | ±214 |
| Median Home Value | $430,300 | ±$16,927 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,761 | ±$97 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $92,748 | ±$4,788 |
| Per Capita Income | $43,578 | ±$3,505 |
| Poverty Rate | 14.7% | ±4.8% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 3,270 | ±1,087 |
| Unemployment Rate | 9.2% | ±3.4% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 12,294 | ±1,215 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 93.4% | ±2.9% |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alternative School Nearby | 12 | AUSTIN, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | AUSTIN, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | AUSTIN, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | DALE, TX | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 06-12 | BUDA, TX | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 06-12 | AUSTIN, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | AUSTIN, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | KYLE, 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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Avenue Five Institute-South Austin Campus
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College Vocational | 6.8 mi away | 500 E Ben White Boulevard Bld E Ste 100, Austin, TX, 78704-3259 |
5129682835
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SOUTHEAST AUSTIN COMMUNITY BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 4.4 mi away | 5803 NUCKOLS CROSSING RD, AUSTIN, TX, 78744 |
(512) 974-8840
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Saint Edward's University
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College | 7.3 mi away | 3001 S Congress Ave, Austin, TX, 78704-6489 |
5124488400
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PLEASANT HILL BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 5.2 mi away | 211 E WILLIAM CANNON DR, AUSTIN, TX, 78745 |
(512) 974-3940
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Southern Careers Institute-Austin
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College | 7.5 mi away | 1701 W Ben White Blvd, Ste 100, Austin, TX, 78744 |
5124377500
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EAST TRAVIS GATEWAY LIBRARY DISTRICT
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Library | 6.1 mi away | 13512 FM 812, DEL VALLE, TX, 78617 |
(512) 243-1981
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Texas Health and Science University
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College | 7.9 mi away | 4005 Menchaca Rd, Austin, TX, 78704 |
5124448082107
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BUDA PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 6.4 mi away | 405 E LOOP ST SUITE 100, BUDA, TX, 78610 |
(512) 295-5899
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AOMA Graduate School of Integrative Medicine
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College | 8.0 mi away | 4701 Westgate Blvd, Austin, TX, 78745 |
5124541188
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MENCHACA ROAD BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 7.2 mi away | 5500 MENCHACA RD, AUSTIN, TX, 78745 |
(512) 974-8700
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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 BERGSTROM AP, TX US, located 5.4 miles from ZCTA5 78747. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 62.5° | 37.7° | 50.1° | 2.82" | 0.0" |
| February | 66.4° | 42.1° | 54.2° | 1.89" | 0.1" |
| March | 73.1° | 49.0° | 61.0° | 2.90" | 0.0" |
| April | 80.1° | 56.1° | 68.1° | 2.39" | 0.0" |
| May | 86.8° | 65.2° | 76.0° | 5.00" | 0.0" |
| June | 93.0° | 71.5° | 82.2° | 3.37" | 0.0" |
| July | 96.1° | 73.0° | 84.5° | 2.16" | 0.0" |
| August | 97.0° | 72.6° | 84.8° | 2.47" | 0.0" |
| September | 90.9° | 67.2° | 79.1° | 3.03" | 0.0" |
| October | 82.5° | 57.2° | 69.9° | 4.25" | 0.0" |
| November | 71.7° | 46.9° | 59.3° | 2.68" | 0.0" |
| December | 64.1° | 39.5° | 51.8° | 2.61" | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Creedmoor city | City | 3.5 mi | — |
| San Leanna village | Village | 4.9 mi | — |
| Mustang Ridge city | City | 5.6 mi | — |
| Manchaca CDP | CDP | 5.7 mi | — |
| Buda city | City | 7.4 mi | — |
| Hays city | City | 7.8 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 78747. • 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.