77039 ZIP Code
Houston, Texas
December 30, 2025
| ZIP Code: | 77039 |
| City/Town: | Houston |
| County: | Harris |
| State: | Texas |
| ZIP Type: | Standard |
| Population: | 27,907 |
| Median Household Income: | $41,988 |
| Per Capita Income: | $29,746 |
| Total Housing Units: | 8,576 |
| Median Home Value: | $137,400 |
| Land Area: | 10.1 sq miles
26.1 sq km |
| Water Area: | 0.0 sq miles
0.1 sq km |
| Coordinates: | 29.9084, -95.3498 |
Population Information (77039 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population: | 27,907 | -- | -- |
| Male: | 15,197 | 54.5% | 49.6% |
| Female: | 12,710 | 45.5% | 50.4% |
| Median Age: | 31.6 yrs | -- | 38.5 yrs |
| Under 5 years: | 2,298 | 8.2% | 5.7% |
| 5 to 9 years: | 2,283 | 8.2% | 6.0% |
| 10 to 14 years: | 2,530 | 9.1% | 6.5% |
| 15 to 19 years: | 2,036 | 7.3% | 6.6% |
| 20 to 24 years: | 2,524 | 9.0% | 6.7% |
| 25 to 34 years: | 3,832 | 13.7% | 13.7% |
| 35 to 44 years: | 3,423 | 12.3% | 12.9% |
| 45 to 54 years: | 3,288 | 11.8% | 12.4% |
| 55 to 59 years: | 1,510 | 5.4% | 6.5% |
| 60 to 64 years: | 1,332 | 4.8% | 6.4% |
| 65 to 74 years: | 1,959 | 7.0% | 9.7% |
| 75 to 84 years: | 679 | 2.4% | 4.8% |
| 85 years and over: | 213 | 0.8% | 2.0% |
Housing Information (77039 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median home value: | $137,400 | -- | $281,900 |
| Median rooms: | 5.6 | -- | 5.5 |
| Median rent: | $1,115 / mo. | -- | $1,268 / mo. |
| Total housing units: | 8,576 | -- | -- |
| Occupied housing units: | 7,923 | 92.4% | 38.0% |
| Vacant housing units: | 653 | 7.6% | 4.6% |
| Housing tenure: | -- | -- | -- |
| Owner-occupied: | 4,608 | 58.2% | 64.8% |
| Renter-occupied: | 3,315 | 41.8% | 35.2% |
Educational Attainment (77039 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population 25 years and over: | 16,236 | -- | -- |
| Less than 9th grade: | 4,317 | 26.6% | 4.7% |
| 9th to 12th grade, no diploma: | 2,501 | 15.4% | 6.1% |
| High school graduate: | 5,415 | 33.4% | 26.4% |
| Some college, no degree: | 2,524 | 15.5% | 19.7% |
| Associate degree: | 538 | 3.3% | 8.7% |
| Bachelor's degree: | 703 | 4.3% | 20.9% |
| Graduate or professional degree: | 238 | 1.5% | 13.7% |
| Percent high school graduate or higher: | -- | 58.0% | 89.1% |
| Percent bachelor's degree or higher: | -- | 5.8% | 34.3% |
Income Information (77039 zip code)
| Value | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|
| Median household income: | $41,988 / yr. | $75,149 / yr. |
| Mean household income: | $58,405 / yr. | $105,833 / yr. |
| Median family income: | $44,136 / yr. | $92,646 / yr. |
| Per capita income: | $29,746 / yr. | $41,261 / yr. |
Employment (77039 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| In labor force: | 11,846 | -- | 63.5% |
| Employed: | 11,314 | 95.5% | 96.4% |
| Unemployed: | 532 | 4.5% | 5.3% |
| Not in labor force: | 8,438 | -- | -- |
| Class of Worker: | -- | -- | -- |
| Private wage and salary: | 8,893 | 78.6% | 79.7% |
| Government workers: | 993 | 8.8% | 14.2% |
| Self-employed: | 1,414 | 12.5% | 5.9% |
| Unpaid family workers: | 14 | 0.1% | 0.1% |
Race & Ethnicity (77039 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Race (one race): | -- | -- | -- |
| White: | 15,684 | 56.2% | 61.6% |
| Black or African American: | 2,430 | 8.7% | 12.4% |
| American Indian/Alaska Native: | 96 | 0.3% | 1.1% |
| Asian: | 634 | 2.3% | 6.0% |
| Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander: | 4 | 0.0% | 0.2% |
| Some other race: | 6,829 | 24.5% | 8.4% |
| Two or more races: | 2,230 | 8.0% | 10.2% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race): | 9,026 | 32.3% | 18.7% |
| Mexican: | 23,208 | 83.2% | 11.2% |
| Puerto Rican: | 19,786 | 70.9% | 1.8% |
| Cuban: | 115 | 0.4% | 0.7% |
| Other Hispanic or Latino: | 0 | 0.0% | 5.0% |
| Not Hispanic or Latino: | 3,307 | 11.9% | 81.1% |
Income Distribution (77039 zip code)
| Household Income | Households | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $10,000: | 450 | 5.7% | 4.9% |
| $10,000 to $14,999: | 414 | 5.2% | 3.8% |
| $15,000 to $24,999: | 1,014 | 12.8% | 7.0% |
| $25,000 to $34,999: | 1,058 | 13.4% | 7.4% |
| $35,000 to $49,999: | 1,494 | 18.9% | 10.7% |
| $50,000 to $74,999: | 1,446 | 18.3% | 16.1% |
| $75,000 to $99,999: | 916 | 11.6% | 12.8% |
| $100,000 to $149,999: | 665 | 8.4% | 17.1% |
| $150,000 to $199,999: | 334 | 4.2% | 8.8% |
| $200,000 or more: | 132 | 1.7% | 11.4% |
Commute to Work (77039 zip code)
| Commute Method | Workers | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Drove alone: | 8,617 | 76.2% | 67.8% |
| Carpooled: | 734 | 6.5% | 8.7% |
| Public transportation: | 135 | 1.2% | 4.2% |
| Walked: | 83 | 0.7% | 2.5% |
| Other means: | 844 | 7.5% | 0.9% |
| Worked from home: | 792 | 7.0% | 13.8% |
| Mean travel time to work: | 29.5 min | -- | 26.7 min |
Industry (77039 zip code)
| Industry Sector | Workers | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Agriculture, forestry, fishing, mining: | 118 | 1.0% | 1.6% |
| Construction: | 3,467 | 30.6% | 6.9% |
| Manufacturing: | 1,210 | 10.7% | 10.0% |
| Wholesale trade: | 144 | 1.3% | 2.4% |
| Retail trade: | 1,235 | 10.9% | 11.0% |
| Transportation, warehousing, utilities: | 714 | 6.3% | 5.8% |
| Information: | 60 | 0.5% | 1.9% |
| Finance, insurance, real estate: | 327 | 2.9% | 6.7% |
| Professional, scientific, management: | 943 | 8.3% | 12.1% |
| Education, health care, social services: | 1,222 | 10.8% | 23.3% |
| Arts, entertainment, food services: | 925 | 8.2% | 9.0% |
| Other services: | 742 | 6.6% | 4.7% |
| Public administration: | 207 | 1.8% | 4.7% |
Poverty Status (77039 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Poverty Rate: | -- | 27.5% | 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 (77039 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| With health insurance: | 17,127 | 61.4% | 91.3% |
| Private health insurance: | 6,827 | 24.5% | 67.6% |
| Public health coverage: | 11,161 | 40.0% | 35.9% |
| Without health insurance: | 10,770 | 38.6% | 8.7% |
Benefits & Assistance (77039 zip code)
| Households with: | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Earnings: | 6,456 | 81.5% | 77.4% |
| Social Security income: | 2,120 | 26.8% | 31.0% |
| Retirement income: | 1,115 | 14.1% | 21.8% |
| Supplemental Security Income (SSI): | 704 | 8.9% | 4.5% |
| Cash public assistance income: | 218 | 2.8% | 1.8% |
| SNAP (food stamps) benefits: | 1,737 | 21.9% | 11.4% |
Housing Types (77039 zip code)
| Structure Type | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1-unit, detached: | 5,343 | 62.3% | 61.4% |
| 1-unit, attached: | 339 | 4.0% | 6.1% |
| 2 units: | 169 | 2.0% | 3.4% |
| 3 or 4 units: | 290 | 3.4% | 4.3% |
| 5 to 9 units: | 217 | 2.5% | 4.6% |
| 10 to 19 units: | 631 | 7.4% | 4.3% |
| 20 or more units: | 604 | 7.0% | 9.9% |
| Mobile home: | 983 | 11.5% | 5.8% |
| Boat, RV, van, etc.: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.1% |
Year Structure Built (77039 zip code)
| Year Built | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Built 2020 or later: | 26 | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Built 2010 to 2019: | 253 | 3.0% | 8.2% |
| Built 2000 to 2009: | 784 | 9.1% | 13.5% |
| Built 1990 to 1999: | 275 | 3.2% | 13.2% |
| Built 1980 to 1989: | 1,100 | 12.8% | 13.2% |
| Built 1970 to 1979: | 2,610 | 30.4% | 14.6% |
| Built 1960 to 1969: | 2,628 | 30.6% | 10.2% |
| Built 1950 to 1959: | 602 | 7.0% | 9.9% |
| Built 1940 to 1949: | 183 | 2.1% | 4.6% |
| Built 1939 or earlier: | 115 | 1.3% | 12.0% |
Bedrooms (77039 zip code)
| Number of Bedrooms | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| No bedroom (studio): | 311 | 3.6% | 2.4% |
| 1 bedroom: | 1,024 | 11.9% | 3.0% |
| 2 bedrooms: | 1,571 | 18.3% | 9.1% |
| 3 bedrooms: | 4,241 | 49.5% | 15.9% |
| 4 bedrooms: | 1,148 | 13.4% | 18.8% |
| 5 or more bedrooms: | 281 | 3.3% | 17.6% |
Heating Fuel (77039 zip code)
| Fuel Type | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Utility gas: | 3,851 | 48.6% | 47.1% |
| Bottled, tank, or LP gas: | 56 | 0.7% | 4.9% |
| Electricity: | 3,902 | 49.2% | 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: | 42 | 0.5% | 0.5% |
| No fuel used: | 72 | 0.9% | 0.2% |
Vehicles Available (77039 zip code)
| Vehicles | Households | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| No vehicle available: | 585 | 7.4% | 8.3% |
| 1 vehicle available: | 2,157 | 27.2% | 32.6% |
| 2 vehicles available: | 3,019 | 38.1% | 37.0% |
| 3 or more vehicles available: | 2,162 | 27.3% | 22.1% |
Home Value Distribution (77039 zip code)
| Value Range | Owner Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $50,000: | 530 | 11.5% | 5.7% |
| $50,000 to $99,999: | 596 | 12.9% | 7.8% |
| $100,000 to $149,999: | 1,563 | 33.9% | 9.2% |
| $150,000 to $199,999: | 1,007 | 21.9% | 10.8% |
| $200,000 to $299,999: | 660 | 14.3% | 19.9% |
| $300,000 to $499,999: | 66 | 1.4% | 24.1% |
| $500,000 to $999,999: | 88 | 1.9% | 17.0% |
| $1,000,000 or more: | 98 | 2.1% | 5.6% |
Housing Costs (77039 zip code)
| Value | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|
| Median owner costs (with mortgage): | $1,282 / mo. | $1,828 / mo. |
| Median owner costs (no mortgage): | $549 / mo. | $584 / mo. |
| Median gross rent: | $1,115 / mo. | $1,268 / mo. |
| Average household size (owner-occupied): | 3.69 | 2.53 |
| Average household size (renter-occupied): | 3.28 | 2.38 |
Households (77039 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total households: | 7,923 | -- | -- |
| Married-couple households: | 3,492 | 44.1% | 47.5% |
| Cohabiting couple households: | 1,358 | 17.1% | 7.0% |
| Male householder, no spouse: | 1,642 | 20.7% | 5.4% |
| Female householder, no spouse: | 2,304 | 29.1% | 12.7% |
| Householder living alone: | 3,048 | 38.5% | 28.6% |
| 65 years and over living alone: | 2,298 | 29.0% | 11.8% |
| Average household size: | 3.52 | -- | 2.53 |
| Average family size: | 4.12 | -- | -- |
Marital Status (77039 zip code)
| Population 15 years and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total: | 11,153 | -- | -- |
| Never married: | 5,599 | 50.2% | 37.0% |
| Now married: | 4,192 | 37.6% | 49.5% |
| Separated: | 268 | 2.4% | 1.5% |
| Widowed: | 816 | 7.3% | 2.6% |
| Divorced: | 3,584 | 32.1% | 9.3% |
School Enrollment (77039 zip code)
| Population 3 years and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Enrolled in school: | 7,530 | -- | -- |
| Nursery school, preschool: | 385 | 5.1% | 5.8% |
| Kindergarten: | 540 | 7.2% | 5.0% |
| Elementary school (grades 1-8): | 4,015 | 53.3% | 40.5% |
| High school (grades 9-12): | 1,630 | 21.6% | 21.4% |
| College or graduate school: | 960 | 12.7% | 27.3% |
Veterans & Disability (77039 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Civilian population 18 years and over: | 19,429 | -- | -- |
| Veterans: | 468 | 2.4% | 6.3% |
| Civilian noninstitutionalized population: | 27,897 | -- | -- |
| With a disability: | 2,417 | 8.7% | 13.4% |
| Under 18 with disability: | 159 | 6.6% | 5.8% |
| 18 to 64 with disability: | 1,263 | 52.3% | 10.4% |
| 65 and over with disability: | 995 | 41.2% | 33.4% |
Mobility (Residence 1 Year Ago) (77039 zip code)
| Population 1 year and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Same house: | 25,600 | 91.7% | 86.9% |
| Different house: | 2,007 | 7.2% | 13.1% |
| Same county: | 1,516 | 75.5% | 7.0% |
| Different county: | 313 | 15.6% | 3.2% |
| Different state: | 95 | 4.7% | 2.5% |
| Abroad: | 178 | 8.9% | 0.4% |
Place of Birth (77039 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Native born: | 16,853 | 60.4% | 86.2% |
| Foreign born: | 428 | 1.5% | 13.9% |
| Naturalized citizen: | 11,054 | 2582.7% | 52.7% |
| Not a citizen: | 11,054 | 2582.7% | 47.3% |
| Foreign-born by region: | -- | -- | -- |
| Europe: | 11,054 | 2582.7% | 10.5% |
| Asia: | 10 | 2.3% | 31.3% |
| Africa: | 6 | 1.4% | 5.5% |
| Oceania: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.5% |
| Latin America: | 10,689 | 2497.4% | 50.0% |
| Northern America: | 0 | 0.0% | 2.2% |
Language Spoken at Home (77039 zip code)
| Population 5 years and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total: | 25,609 | -- | -- |
| English only: | 6,494 | 25.4% | 78.3% |
| Language other than English: | 19,115 | 74.6% | 21.5% |
| By language: | -- | -- | -- |
| Spanish: | 18,735 | 73.2% | 13.3% |
| Other Indo-European languages: | 0 | 0.0% | 3.5% |
| Asian/Pacific Island languages: | 340 | 1.3% | 3.5% |
| Other languages: | 40 | 0.2% | 1.0% |
Computers & Internet (77039 zip code)
| Households | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Households with a computer: | 7,923 | 100.0% | 93.1% |
| Households with broadband internet: | 6,466 | 81.6% | 89.4% |
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