77038 ZIP Code
Houston, Texas
December 30, 2025
| ZIP Code: | 77038 |
| City/Town: | Houston |
| County: | Harris |
| State: | Texas |
| ZIP Type: | Standard |
| Population: | 32,142 |
| Median Household Income: | $47,682 |
| Per Capita Income: | $30,865 |
| Total Housing Units: | 9,187 |
| Median Home Value: | $163,300 |
| Land Area: | 9.7 sq miles
25.1 sq km |
| Water Area: | 0.1 sq miles
0.2 sq km |
| Coordinates: | 29.9193, -95.4412 |
Population Information (77038 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population: | 32,142 | -- | -- |
| Male: | 17,171 | 53.4% | 49.6% |
| Female: | 14,971 | 46.6% | 50.4% |
| Median Age: | 29.7 yrs | -- | 38.5 yrs |
| Under 5 years: | 3,289 | 10.2% | 5.7% |
| 5 to 9 years: | 2,690 | 8.4% | 6.0% |
| 10 to 14 years: | 2,824 | 8.8% | 6.5% |
| 15 to 19 years: | 2,899 | 9.0% | 6.6% |
| 20 to 24 years: | 2,138 | 6.7% | 6.7% |
| 25 to 34 years: | 5,006 | 15.6% | 13.7% |
| 35 to 44 years: | 4,635 | 14.4% | 12.9% |
| 45 to 54 years: | 3,676 | 11.4% | 12.4% |
| 55 to 59 years: | 1,895 | 5.9% | 6.5% |
| 60 to 64 years: | 1,033 | 3.2% | 6.4% |
| 65 to 74 years: | 1,209 | 3.8% | 9.7% |
| 75 to 84 years: | 605 | 1.9% | 4.8% |
| 85 years and over: | 243 | 0.8% | 2.0% |
Housing Information (77038 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median home value: | $163,300 | -- | $281,900 |
| Median rooms: | 5.5 | -- | 5.5 |
| Median rent: | $1,189 / mo. | -- | $1,268 / mo. |
| Total housing units: | 9,187 | -- | -- |
| Occupied housing units: | 8,863 | 96.5% | 38.0% |
| Vacant housing units: | 324 | 3.5% | 4.6% |
| Housing tenure: | -- | -- | -- |
| Owner-occupied: | 5,024 | 56.7% | 64.8% |
| Renter-occupied: | 3,839 | 43.3% | 35.2% |
Educational Attainment (77038 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population 25 years and over: | 18,302 | -- | -- |
| Less than 9th grade: | 3,732 | 20.4% | 4.7% |
| 9th to 12th grade, no diploma: | 2,694 | 14.7% | 6.1% |
| High school graduate: | 6,031 | 33.0% | 26.4% |
| Some college, no degree: | 2,851 | 15.6% | 19.7% |
| Associate degree: | 975 | 5.3% | 8.7% |
| Bachelor's degree: | 1,183 | 6.5% | 20.9% |
| Graduate or professional degree: | 836 | 4.6% | 13.7% |
| Percent high school graduate or higher: | -- | 64.9% | 89.1% |
| Percent bachelor's degree or higher: | -- | 11.0% | 34.3% |
Income Information (77038 zip code)
| Value | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|
| Median household income: | $47,682 / yr. | $75,149 / yr. |
| Mean household income: | $67,587 / yr. | $105,833 / yr. |
| Median family income: | $49,923 / yr. | $92,646 / yr. |
| Per capita income: | $30,865 / yr. | $41,261 / yr. |
Employment (77038 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| In labor force: | 14,156 | -- | 63.5% |
| Employed: | 13,691 | 96.7% | 96.4% |
| Unemployed: | 465 | 3.3% | 5.3% |
| Not in labor force: | 8,817 | -- | -- |
| Class of Worker: | -- | -- | -- |
| Private wage and salary: | 10,818 | 79.0% | 79.7% |
| Government workers: | 1,519 | 11.1% | 14.2% |
| Self-employed: | 1,331 | 9.7% | 5.9% |
| Unpaid family workers: | 23 | 0.2% | 0.1% |
Race & Ethnicity (77038 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Race (one race): | -- | -- | -- |
| White: | 11,940 | 37.1% | 61.6% |
| Black or African American: | 7,090 | 22.1% | 12.4% |
| American Indian/Alaska Native: | 120 | 0.4% | 1.1% |
| Asian: | 1,949 | 6.1% | 6.0% |
| Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.2% |
| Some other race: | 6,220 | 19.4% | 8.4% |
| Two or more races: | 4,823 | 15.0% | 10.2% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race): | 10,934 | 34.0% | 18.7% |
| Mexican: | 22,095 | 68.7% | 11.2% |
| Puerto Rican: | 16,886 | 52.5% | 1.8% |
| Cuban: | 109 | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| Other Hispanic or Latino: | 110 | 0.3% | 5.0% |
| Not Hispanic or Latino: | 4,990 | 15.5% | 81.1% |
Income Distribution (77038 zip code)
| Household Income | Households | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $10,000: | 403 | 4.5% | 4.9% |
| $10,000 to $14,999: | 411 | 4.6% | 3.8% |
| $15,000 to $24,999: | 919 | 10.4% | 7.0% |
| $25,000 to $34,999: | 1,317 | 14.9% | 7.4% |
| $35,000 to $49,999: | 1,656 | 18.7% | 10.7% |
| $50,000 to $74,999: | 1,682 | 19.0% | 16.1% |
| $75,000 to $99,999: | 766 | 8.6% | 12.8% |
| $100,000 to $149,999: | 917 | 10.3% | 17.1% |
| $150,000 to $199,999: | 441 | 5.0% | 8.8% |
| $200,000 or more: | 351 | 4.0% | 11.4% |
Commute to Work (77038 zip code)
| Commute Method | Workers | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Drove alone: | 10,275 | 75.0% | 67.8% |
| Carpooled: | 1,777 | 13.0% | 8.7% |
| Public transportation: | 114 | 0.8% | 4.2% |
| Walked: | 107 | 0.8% | 2.5% |
| Other means: | 458 | 3.3% | 0.9% |
| Worked from home: | 824 | 6.0% | 13.8% |
| Mean travel time to work: | 30.9 min | -- | 26.7 min |
Industry (77038 zip code)
| Industry Sector | Workers | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Agriculture, forestry, fishing, mining: | 145 | 1.1% | 1.6% |
| Construction: | 2,921 | 21.3% | 6.9% |
| Manufacturing: | 1,520 | 11.1% | 10.0% |
| Wholesale trade: | 236 | 1.7% | 2.4% |
| Retail trade: | 1,553 | 11.3% | 11.0% |
| Transportation, warehousing, utilities: | 595 | 4.3% | 5.8% |
| Information: | 101 | 0.7% | 1.9% |
| Finance, insurance, real estate: | 632 | 4.6% | 6.7% |
| Professional, scientific, management: | 1,342 | 9.8% | 12.1% |
| Education, health care, social services: | 2,167 | 15.8% | 23.3% |
| Arts, entertainment, food services: | 1,158 | 8.5% | 9.0% |
| Other services: | 1,146 | 8.4% | 4.7% |
| Public administration: | 175 | 1.3% | 4.7% |
Poverty Status (77038 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Poverty Rate: | -- | 23.3% | 8.8% |
| All people below poverty level: | -- | -- | -- |
| Under 18 years: | -- | -- | 16.3% |
| 18 to 64 years: | -- | -- | 11.0% |
| 65 years and over: | -- | -- | 10.3% |
Health Insurance (77038 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| With health insurance: | 19,946 | 62.1% | 91.3% |
| Private health insurance: | 10,270 | 32.0% | 67.6% |
| Public health coverage: | 10,261 | 31.9% | 35.9% |
| Without health insurance: | 12,196 | 37.9% | 8.7% |
Benefits & Assistance (77038 zip code)
| Households with: | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Earnings: | 7,928 | 89.5% | 77.4% |
| Social Security income: | 1,602 | 18.1% | 31.0% |
| Retirement income: | 742 | 8.4% | 21.8% |
| Supplemental Security Income (SSI): | 495 | 5.6% | 4.5% |
| Cash public assistance income: | 240 | 2.7% | 1.8% |
| SNAP (food stamps) benefits: | 2,029 | 22.9% | 11.4% |
Housing Types (77038 zip code)
| Structure Type | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1-unit, detached: | 5,822 | 63.4% | 61.4% |
| 1-unit, attached: | 216 | 2.4% | 6.1% |
| 2 units: | 316 | 3.4% | 3.4% |
| 3 or 4 units: | 190 | 2.1% | 4.3% |
| 5 to 9 units: | 525 | 5.7% | 4.6% |
| 10 to 19 units: | 795 | 8.7% | 4.3% |
| 20 or more units: | 528 | 5.7% | 9.9% |
| Mobile home: | 795 | 8.7% | 5.8% |
| Boat, RV, van, etc.: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.1% |
Year Structure Built (77038 zip code)
| Year Built | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Built 2020 or later: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.6% |
| Built 2010 to 2019: | 1,487 | 16.2% | 8.2% |
| Built 2000 to 2009: | 1,656 | 18.0% | 13.5% |
| Built 1990 to 1999: | 996 | 10.8% | 13.2% |
| Built 1980 to 1989: | 1,799 | 19.6% | 13.2% |
| Built 1970 to 1979: | 2,677 | 29.1% | 14.6% |
| Built 1960 to 1969: | 434 | 4.7% | 10.2% |
| Built 1950 to 1959: | 100 | 1.1% | 9.9% |
| Built 1940 to 1949: | 30 | 0.3% | 4.6% |
| Built 1939 or earlier: | 8 | 0.1% | 12.0% |
Bedrooms (77038 zip code)
| Number of Bedrooms | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| No bedroom (studio): | 380 | 4.1% | 2.4% |
| 1 bedroom: | 855 | 9.3% | 3.0% |
| 2 bedrooms: | 1,980 | 21.6% | 9.1% |
| 3 bedrooms: | 4,113 | 44.8% | 15.9% |
| 4 bedrooms: | 1,702 | 18.5% | 18.8% |
| 5 or more bedrooms: | 157 | 1.7% | 17.6% |
Heating Fuel (77038 zip code)
| Fuel Type | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Utility gas: | 3,549 | 40.0% | 47.1% |
| Bottled, tank, or LP gas: | 83 | 0.9% | 4.9% |
| Electricity: | 5,166 | 58.3% | 40.2% |
| Fuel oil, kerosene, etc.: | 0 | 0.0% | 4.2% |
| Coal or coke: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.1% |
| Wood: | 0 | 0.0% | 1.5% |
| Solar energy: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.1% |
| Other fuel: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.5% |
| No fuel used: | 65 | 0.7% | 0.2% |
Vehicles Available (77038 zip code)
| Vehicles | Households | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| No vehicle available: | 604 | 6.8% | 8.3% |
| 1 vehicle available: | 2,597 | 29.3% | 32.6% |
| 2 vehicles available: | 3,350 | 37.8% | 37.0% |
| 3 or more vehicles available: | 2,312 | 26.1% | 22.1% |
Home Value Distribution (77038 zip code)
| Value Range | Owner Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $50,000: | 582 | 11.6% | 5.7% |
| $50,000 to $99,999: | 249 | 5.0% | 7.8% |
| $100,000 to $149,999: | 1,211 | 24.1% | 9.2% |
| $150,000 to $199,999: | 1,578 | 31.4% | 10.8% |
| $200,000 to $299,999: | 1,097 | 21.8% | 19.9% |
| $300,000 to $499,999: | 217 | 4.3% | 24.1% |
| $500,000 to $999,999: | 32 | 0.6% | 17.0% |
| $1,000,000 or more: | 58 | 1.2% | 5.6% |
Housing Costs (77038 zip code)
| Value | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|
| Median owner costs (with mortgage): | $1,590 / mo. | $1,828 / mo. |
| Median owner costs (no mortgage): | $537 / mo. | $584 / mo. |
| Median gross rent: | $1,189 / mo. | $1,268 / mo. |
| Average household size (owner-occupied): | 3.66 | 2.53 |
| Average household size (renter-occupied): | 3.57 | 2.38 |
Households (77038 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total households: | 8,863 | -- | -- |
| Married-couple households: | 4,268 | 48.2% | 47.5% |
| Cohabiting couple households: | 2,387 | 26.9% | 7.0% |
| Male householder, no spouse: | 1,457 | 16.4% | 5.4% |
| Female householder, no spouse: | 2,415 | 27.2% | 12.7% |
| Householder living alone: | 4,668 | 52.7% | 28.6% |
| 65 years and over living alone: | 1,602 | 18.1% | 11.8% |
| Average household size: | 3.62 | -- | 2.53 |
| Average family size: | 4.00 | -- | -- |
Marital Status (77038 zip code)
| Population 15 years and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total: | 11,860 | -- | -- |
| Never married: | 5,687 | 48.0% | 37.0% |
| Now married: | 5,173 | 43.6% | 49.5% |
| Separated: | 109 | 0.9% | 1.5% |
| Widowed: | 586 | 4.9% | 2.6% |
| Divorced: | 4,261 | 35.9% | 9.3% |
School Enrollment (77038 zip code)
| Population 3 years and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Enrolled in school: | 9,327 | -- | -- |
| Nursery school, preschool: | 268 | 2.9% | 5.8% |
| Kindergarten: | 480 | 5.1% | 5.0% |
| Elementary school (grades 1-8): | 4,495 | 48.2% | 40.5% |
| High school (grades 9-12): | 2,434 | 26.1% | 21.4% |
| College or graduate school: | 1,650 | 17.7% | 27.3% |
Veterans & Disability (77038 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Civilian population 18 years and over: | 21,591 | -- | -- |
| Veterans: | 474 | 2.2% | 6.3% |
| Civilian noninstitutionalized population: | 32,142 | -- | -- |
| With a disability: | 2,782 | 8.7% | 13.4% |
| Under 18 with disability: | 308 | 11.1% | 5.8% |
| 18 to 64 with disability: | 1,784 | 64.1% | 10.4% |
| 65 and over with disability: | 690 | 24.8% | 33.4% |
Mobility (Residence 1 Year Ago) (77038 zip code)
| Population 1 year and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Same house: | 29,010 | 90.3% | 86.9% |
| Different house: | 2,670 | 8.3% | 13.1% |
| Same county: | 2,263 | 84.8% | 7.0% |
| Different county: | 101 | 3.8% | 3.2% |
| Different state: | 75 | 2.8% | 2.5% |
| Abroad: | 306 | 11.5% | 0.4% |
Place of Birth (77038 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Native born: | 19,740 | 61.4% | 86.2% |
| Foreign born: | 207 | 0.6% | 13.9% |
| Naturalized citizen: | 12,402 | 5991.3% | 52.7% |
| Not a citizen: | 12,402 | 5991.3% | 47.3% |
| Foreign-born by region: | -- | -- | -- |
| Europe: | 12,402 | 5991.3% | 10.5% |
| Asia: | 0 | 0.0% | 31.3% |
| Africa: | 181 | 87.4% | 5.5% |
| Oceania: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.5% |
| Latin America: | 10,747 | 5191.8% | 50.0% |
| Northern America: | 0 | 0.0% | 2.2% |
Language Spoken at Home (77038 zip code)
| Population 5 years and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total: | 28,853 | -- | -- |
| English only: | 9,046 | 31.4% | 78.3% |
| Language other than English: | 19,807 | 68.6% | 21.5% |
| By language: | -- | -- | -- |
| Spanish: | 18,073 | 62.6% | 13.3% |
| Other Indo-European languages: | 177 | 0.6% | 3.5% |
| Asian/Pacific Island languages: | 1,433 | 5.0% | 3.5% |
| Other languages: | 124 | 0.4% | 1.0% |
Computers & Internet (77038 zip code)
| Households | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Households with a computer: | 8,863 | 100.0% | 93.1% |
| Households with broadband internet: | 7,635 | 86.1% | 89.4% |
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