78602 ZIP Code
Bastrop, Texas
December 30, 2025
| ZIP Code: | 78602 |
| City/Town: | Bastrop |
| County: | Bastrop |
| State: | Texas |
| ZIP Type: | Standard |
| Population: | 34,978 |
| Median Household Income: | $82,500 |
| Per Capita Income: | $40,099 |
| Total Housing Units: | 13,406 |
| Median Home Value: | $248,700 |
| Land Area: | 195.3 sq miles
505.8 sq km |
| Water Area: | 3.7 sq miles
9.7 sq km |
| Coordinates: | 30.1325, -97.3295 |
Population Information (78602 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population: | 34,978 | -- | -- |
| Male: | 18,456 | 52.8% | 49.6% |
| Female: | 16,522 | 47.2% | 50.4% |
| Median Age: | 39.4 yrs | -- | 38.5 yrs |
| Under 5 years: | 2,016 | 5.8% | 5.7% |
| 5 to 9 years: | 1,903 | 5.4% | 6.0% |
| 10 to 14 years: | 2,327 | 6.7% | 6.5% |
| 15 to 19 years: | 2,365 | 6.8% | 6.6% |
| 20 to 24 years: | 2,791 | 8.0% | 6.7% |
| 25 to 34 years: | 4,433 | 12.7% | 13.7% |
| 35 to 44 years: | 4,098 | 11.7% | 12.9% |
| 45 to 54 years: | 4,783 | 13.7% | 12.4% |
| 55 to 59 years: | 2,552 | 7.3% | 6.5% |
| 60 to 64 years: | 2,153 | 6.2% | 6.4% |
| 65 to 74 years: | 3,420 | 9.8% | 9.7% |
| 75 to 84 years: | 1,640 | 4.7% | 4.8% |
| 85 years and over: | 497 | 1.4% | 2.0% |
Housing Information (78602 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median home value: | $248,700 | -- | $281,900 |
| Median rooms: | 5.5 | -- | 5.5 |
| Median rent: | $1,198 / mo. | -- | $1,268 / mo. |
| Total housing units: | 13,406 | -- | -- |
| Occupied housing units: | 12,244 | 91.3% | 38.0% |
| Vacant housing units: | 1,162 | 8.7% | 4.6% |
| Housing tenure: | -- | -- | -- |
| Owner-occupied: | 9,144 | 74.7% | 64.8% |
| Renter-occupied: | 3,100 | 25.3% | 35.2% |
Educational Attainment (78602 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population 25 years and over: | 23,576 | -- | -- |
| Less than 9th grade: | 1,040 | 4.4% | 4.7% |
| 9th to 12th grade, no diploma: | 2,122 | 9.0% | 6.1% |
| High school graduate: | 7,974 | 33.8% | 26.4% |
| Some college, no degree: | 4,667 | 19.8% | 19.7% |
| Associate degree: | 1,783 | 7.6% | 8.7% |
| Bachelor's degree: | 4,242 | 18.0% | 20.9% |
| Graduate or professional degree: | 1,748 | 7.4% | 13.7% |
| Percent high school graduate or higher: | -- | 86.6% | 89.1% |
| Percent bachelor's degree or higher: | -- | 25.4% | 34.3% |
Income Information (78602 zip code)
| Value | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|
| Median household income: | $82,500 / yr. | $75,149 / yr. |
| Mean household income: | $103,482 / yr. | $105,833 / yr. |
| Median family income: | $101,544 / yr. | $92,646 / yr. |
| Per capita income: | $40,099 / yr. | $41,261 / yr. |
Employment (78602 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| In labor force: | 17,256 | -- | 63.5% |
| Employed: | 16,637 | 97.3% | 96.4% |
| Unemployed: | 469 | 2.7% | 5.3% |
| Not in labor force: | 10,987 | -- | -- |
| Class of Worker: | -- | -- | -- |
| Private wage and salary: | 12,517 | 75.2% | 79.7% |
| Government workers: | 3,225 | 19.4% | 14.2% |
| Self-employed: | 792 | 4.8% | 5.9% |
| Unpaid family workers: | 103 | 0.6% | 0.1% |
Race & Ethnicity (78602 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Race (one race): | -- | -- | -- |
| White: | 24,186 | 69.1% | 61.6% |
| Black or African American: | 1,793 | 5.1% | 12.4% |
| American Indian/Alaska Native: | 405 | 1.2% | 1.1% |
| Asian: | 261 | 0.7% | 6.0% |
| Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.2% |
| Some other race: | 3,408 | 9.7% | 8.4% |
| Two or more races: | 4,925 | 14.1% | 10.2% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race): | 7,029 | 20.1% | 18.7% |
| Mexican: | 12,714 | 36.3% | 11.2% |
| Puerto Rican: | 9,918 | 28.4% | 1.8% |
| Cuban: | 528 | 1.5% | 0.7% |
| Other Hispanic or Latino: | 0 | 0.0% | 5.0% |
| Not Hispanic or Latino: | 2,268 | 6.5% | 81.1% |
Income Distribution (78602 zip code)
| Household Income | Households | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $10,000: | 627 | 5.1% | 4.9% |
| $10,000 to $14,999: | 344 | 2.8% | 3.8% |
| $15,000 to $24,999: | 778 | 6.4% | 7.0% |
| $25,000 to $34,999: | 790 | 6.5% | 7.4% |
| $35,000 to $49,999: | 1,259 | 10.3% | 10.7% |
| $50,000 to $74,999: | 2,049 | 16.7% | 16.1% |
| $75,000 to $99,999: | 1,331 | 10.9% | 12.8% |
| $100,000 to $149,999: | 2,429 | 19.8% | 17.1% |
| $150,000 to $199,999: | 1,266 | 10.3% | 8.8% |
| $200,000 or more: | 1,371 | 11.2% | 11.4% |
Commute to Work (78602 zip code)
| Commute Method | Workers | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Drove alone: | 12,698 | 76.3% | 67.8% |
| Carpooled: | 1,657 | 10.0% | 8.7% |
| Public transportation: | 36 | 0.2% | 4.2% |
| Walked: | 432 | 2.6% | 2.5% |
| Other means: | 210 | 1.3% | 0.9% |
| Worked from home: | 1,570 | 9.4% | 13.8% |
| Mean travel time to work: | 32.1 min | -- | 26.7 min |
Industry (78602 zip code)
| Industry Sector | Workers | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Agriculture, forestry, fishing, mining: | 356 | 2.1% | 1.6% |
| Construction: | 1,766 | 10.6% | 6.9% |
| Manufacturing: | 1,600 | 9.6% | 10.0% |
| Wholesale trade: | 319 | 1.9% | 2.4% |
| Retail trade: | 1,662 | 10.0% | 11.0% |
| Transportation, warehousing, utilities: | 1,143 | 6.9% | 5.8% |
| Information: | 358 | 2.2% | 1.9% |
| Finance, insurance, real estate: | 449 | 2.7% | 6.7% |
| Professional, scientific, management: | 1,810 | 10.9% | 12.1% |
| Education, health care, social services: | 3,813 | 22.9% | 23.3% |
| Arts, entertainment, food services: | 1,568 | 9.4% | 9.0% |
| Other services: | 741 | 4.5% | 4.7% |
| Public administration: | 1,052 | 6.3% | 4.7% |
Poverty Status (78602 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Poverty Rate: | -- | 10.4% | 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 (78602 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| With health insurance: | 27,132 | 77.6% | 91.3% |
| Private health insurance: | 22,320 | 63.8% | 67.6% |
| Public health coverage: | 9,272 | 26.5% | 35.9% |
| Without health insurance: | 5,773 | 16.5% | 8.7% |
Benefits & Assistance (78602 zip code)
| Households with: | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Earnings: | 9,843 | 80.4% | 77.4% |
| Social Security income: | 3,708 | 30.3% | 31.0% |
| Retirement income: | 2,794 | 22.8% | 21.8% |
| Supplemental Security Income (SSI): | 758 | 6.2% | 4.5% |
| Cash public assistance income: | 385 | 3.1% | 1.8% |
| SNAP (food stamps) benefits: | 680 | 5.6% | 11.4% |
Housing Types (78602 zip code)
| Structure Type | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1-unit, detached: | 9,356 | 69.8% | 61.4% |
| 1-unit, attached: | 148 | 1.1% | 6.1% |
| 2 units: | 142 | 1.1% | 3.4% |
| 3 or 4 units: | 355 | 2.6% | 4.3% |
| 5 to 9 units: | 279 | 2.1% | 4.6% |
| 10 to 19 units: | 184 | 1.4% | 4.3% |
| 20 or more units: | 397 | 3.0% | 9.9% |
| Mobile home: | 2,203 | 16.4% | 5.8% |
| Boat, RV, van, etc.: | 342 | 2.6% | 0.1% |
Year Structure Built (78602 zip code)
| Year Built | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Built 2020 or later: | 300 | 2.2% | 0.6% |
| Built 2010 to 2019: | 3,232 | 24.1% | 8.2% |
| Built 2000 to 2009: | 2,870 | 21.4% | 13.5% |
| Built 1990 to 1999: | 2,451 | 18.3% | 13.2% |
| Built 1980 to 1989: | 1,873 | 14.0% | 13.2% |
| Built 1970 to 1979: | 886 | 6.6% | 14.6% |
| Built 1960 to 1969: | 616 | 4.6% | 10.2% |
| Built 1950 to 1959: | 408 | 3.0% | 9.9% |
| Built 1940 to 1949: | 212 | 1.6% | 4.6% |
| Built 1939 or earlier: | 558 | 4.2% | 12.0% |
Bedrooms (78602 zip code)
| Number of Bedrooms | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| No bedroom (studio): | 76 | 0.6% | 2.4% |
| 1 bedroom: | 1,355 | 10.1% | 3.0% |
| 2 bedrooms: | 2,483 | 18.5% | 9.1% |
| 3 bedrooms: | 6,692 | 49.9% | 15.9% |
| 4 bedrooms: | 2,524 | 18.8% | 18.8% |
| 5 or more bedrooms: | 276 | 2.1% | 17.6% |
Heating Fuel (78602 zip code)
| Fuel Type | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Utility gas: | 1,910 | 15.6% | 47.1% |
| Bottled, tank, or LP gas: | 892 | 7.3% | 4.9% |
| Electricity: | 9,335 | 76.2% | 40.2% |
| Fuel oil, kerosene, etc.: | 0 | 0.0% | 4.2% |
| Coal or coke: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.1% |
| Wood: | 53 | 0.4% | 1.5% |
| Solar energy: | 41 | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Other fuel: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.5% |
| No fuel used: | 13 | 0.1% | 0.2% |
Vehicles Available (78602 zip code)
| Vehicles | Households | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| No vehicle available: | 468 | 3.8% | 8.3% |
| 1 vehicle available: | 3,443 | 28.1% | 32.6% |
| 2 vehicles available: | 4,464 | 36.5% | 37.0% |
| 3 or more vehicles available: | 3,869 | 31.6% | 22.1% |
Home Value Distribution (78602 zip code)
| Value Range | Owner Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $50,000: | 380 | 4.2% | 5.7% |
| $50,000 to $99,999: | 704 | 7.7% | 7.8% |
| $100,000 to $149,999: | 908 | 9.9% | 9.2% |
| $150,000 to $199,999: | 924 | 10.1% | 10.8% |
| $200,000 to $299,999: | 2,385 | 26.1% | 19.9% |
| $300,000 to $499,999: | 2,701 | 29.5% | 24.1% |
| $500,000 to $999,999: | 944 | 10.3% | 17.0% |
| $1,000,000 or more: | 198 | 2.2% | 5.6% |
Housing Costs (78602 zip code)
| Value | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|
| Median owner costs (with mortgage): | $1,715 / mo. | $1,828 / mo. |
| Median owner costs (no mortgage): | $643 / mo. | $584 / mo. |
| Median gross rent: | $1,198 / mo. | $1,268 / mo. |
| Average household size (owner-occupied): | 2.70 | 2.53 |
| Average household size (renter-occupied): | 2.63 | 2.38 |
Households (78602 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total households: | 12,244 | -- | -- |
| Married-couple households: | 6,440 | 52.6% | 47.5% |
| Cohabiting couple households: | 2,437 | 19.9% | 7.0% |
| Male householder, no spouse: | 1,820 | 14.9% | 5.4% |
| Female householder, no spouse: | 3,147 | 25.7% | 12.7% |
| Householder living alone: | 3,627 | 29.6% | 28.6% |
| 65 years and over living alone: | 3,844 | 31.4% | 11.8% |
| Average household size: | 2.68 | -- | 2.53 |
| Average family size: | 3.27 | -- | -- |
Marital Status (78602 zip code)
| Population 15 years and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total: | 15,140 | -- | -- |
| Never married: | 5,313 | 35.1% | 37.0% |
| Now married: | 7,500 | 49.5% | 49.5% |
| Separated: | 156 | 1.0% | 1.5% |
| Widowed: | 1,623 | 10.7% | 2.6% |
| Divorced: | 3,357 | 22.2% | 9.3% |
School Enrollment (78602 zip code)
| Population 3 years and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Enrolled in school: | 6,596 | -- | -- |
| Nursery school, preschool: | 144 | 2.2% | 5.8% |
| Kindergarten: | 383 | 5.8% | 5.0% |
| Elementary school (grades 1-8): | 3,364 | 51.0% | 40.5% |
| High school (grades 9-12): | 1,662 | 25.2% | 21.4% |
| College or graduate school: | 1,043 | 15.8% | 27.3% |
Veterans & Disability (78602 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Civilian population 18 years and over: | 27,227 | -- | -- |
| Veterans: | 3,297 | 12.1% | 6.3% |
| Civilian noninstitutionalized population: | 32,905 | -- | -- |
| With a disability: | 4,426 | 13.5% | 13.4% |
| Under 18 with disability: | 196 | 4.4% | 5.8% |
| 18 to 64 with disability: | 2,252 | 50.9% | 10.4% |
| 65 and over with disability: | 1,978 | 44.7% | 33.4% |
Mobility (Residence 1 Year Ago) (78602 zip code)
| Population 1 year and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Same house: | 30,118 | 86.1% | 86.9% |
| Different house: | 4,786 | 13.7% | 13.1% |
| Same county: | 1,661 | 34.7% | 7.0% |
| Different county: | 3,104 | 64.9% | 3.2% |
| Different state: | 659 | 13.8% | 2.5% |
| Abroad: | 21 | 0.4% | 0.4% |
Place of Birth (78602 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Native born: | 32,067 | 91.7% | 86.2% |
| Foreign born: | 489 | 1.4% | 13.9% |
| Naturalized citizen: | 2,911 | 595.3% | 52.7% |
| Not a citizen: | 2,911 | 595.3% | 47.3% |
| Foreign-born by region: | -- | -- | -- |
| Europe: | 2,911 | 595.3% | 10.5% |
| Asia: | 299 | 61.1% | 31.3% |
| Africa: | 16 | 3.3% | 5.5% |
| Oceania: | 35 | 7.2% | 0.5% |
| Latin America: | 2,161 | 441.9% | 50.0% |
| Northern America: | 85 | 17.4% | 2.2% |
Language Spoken at Home (78602 zip code)
| Population 5 years and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total: | 32,962 | -- | -- |
| English only: | 24,422 | 74.1% | 78.3% |
| Language other than English: | 8,540 | 25.9% | 21.5% |
| By language: | -- | -- | -- |
| Spanish: | 7,832 | 23.8% | 13.3% |
| Other Indo-European languages: | 469 | 1.4% | 3.5% |
| Asian/Pacific Island languages: | 216 | 0.7% | 3.5% |
| Other languages: | 23 | 0.1% | 1.0% |
Computers & Internet (78602 zip code)
| Households | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Households with a computer: | 12,244 | 100.0% | 93.1% |
| Households with broadband internet: | 11,161 | 91.2% | 89.4% |
Bastrop, TX78602