ZIP Code 78942
Primary City: | Giddings, TX (View All Cities) |
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County: | Lee County |
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Timezone: | Central (6:58am) |
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Area code: | 979 (Area Code Map) |
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Coordinates: | 30.2, -96.9 ZIP (~12 mile radius) |
Cities in ZIP code 78942
The cities below are at least partially located in ZIP code 78942. In addition to the primary city for a ZIP code,
USPS also publishes a list of other acceptable cities that can be used with ZIP code 78942. However, if you are mailing something
to ZIP code 78942, you should not use any of the cities listed as unacceptable. Choose from the primary or acceptable cities when mailing
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- Primary city:
- Giddings, TX
Stats and Demographics for the 78942 ZIP Code
ZIP code 78942 is located in east Texas and covers a slightly higher than average land area compared to other ZIP codes in the United States. It also has a slightly less than average population density.
The people living in ZIP code 78942 are primarily white. The number of people in their late 20s to early 40s is extremely large while the number of seniors is large. There are also a slightly less than average number of single adults and a slightly higher than average number of families. The percentage of children under 18 living in the 78942 ZIP code is large compared to other areas of the country.
Population |
8,989 |
|
Population Density |
44 |
people per sq mi |
Housing Units |
3,712 |
|
Median Home Value |
$115,500 |
|
Land Area |
205.64 |
sq mi |
Water Area |
0.90 |
sq mi |
Occupied Housing Units |
3,091 |
|
Median Household Income |
$43,798 |
|
Estimated Population over Time
Total Population by Age
Median Age: | 36 | | Male Median Age: | 34 | | Female Median Age: | 38 | |
Male | 320 | 316 | 370 | 582 | 282 | 244 | 286 | 260 | 273 | 292 | 320 | 289 | 199 | 199 | 140 | 113 | 75 | 78 |
Female | 332 | 335 | 327 | 303 | 234 | 259 | 248 | 241 | 277 | 314 | 300 | 244 | 187 | 197 | 160 | 120 | 134 | 139 |
Total | 652 | 651 | 697 | 885 | 516 | 503 | 534 | 501 | 550 | 606 | 620 | 533 | 386 | 396 | 300 | 233 | 209 | 217 |
Under 5 | 320 | 332 | 652 |
5-9 | 316 | 335 | 651 |
10-14 | 370 | 327 | 697 |
15-19 | 582 | 303 | 885 |
20-24 | 282 | 234 | 516 |
25-29 | 244 | 259 | 503 |
30-34 | 286 | 248 | 534 |
35-39 | 260 | 241 | 501 |
40-44 | 273 | 277 | 550 |
45-49 | 292 | 314 | 606 |
50-54 | 320 | 300 | 620 |
55-59 | 289 | 244 | 533 |
60-64 | 199 | 187 | 386 |
65-69 | 199 | 197 | 396 |
70-74 | 140 | 160 | 300 |
75-79 | 113 | 120 | 233 |
80-84 | 75 | 134 | 209 |
85 Plus | 78 | 139 | 217 |
Male |
4,638 |
52% |
Female |
4,351 |
48% |
Gender
White |
6,759 |
75.2% |
Black Or African American |
959 |
10.7% |
American Indian Or Alaskan Native |
71 |
0.8% |
Asian |
45 |
0.5% |
Native Hawaiian & Other Pacific Islander |
7 |
0.1% |
Other Race |
967 |
10.8% |
Two Or More Races |
181 |
2.0% |
Race
Head of Household by Age
Owner | 33 | 235 | 355 | 495 | 424 | 344 | 264 | 94 |
Renter | 68 | 227 | 173 | 168 | 89 | 60 | 37 | 25 |
Total | 101 | 462 | 528 | 663 | 513 | 404 | 301 | 119 |
15-24 | 33 | 68 | 101 |
25-34 | 235 | 227 | 462 |
35-44 | 355 | 173 | 528 |
45-54 | 495 | 168 | 663 |
55-64 | 424 | 89 | 513 |
65-74 | 344 | 60 | 404 |
75-84 | 264 | 37 | 301 |
85 Plus | 94 | 25 | 119 |
Husband Wife Family Households |
1,723 |
56% |
Single Guardian |
518 |
17% |
Singles |
734 |
24% |
Singles With Roommate |
116 |
4% |
Families vs Singles
Average Household Size: 3 |
Households without Kids |
1,935 |
63% |
Households with Kids |
1,156 |
37% |
Households with Kids
Children by Age
Male | 62 | 60 | 68 | 62 | 62 | 63 | 44 | 72 | 75 | 76 | 76 | 59 | 78 | 81 | 97 | 137 | 137 | 137 | 74 | 70 |
Female | 76 | 58 | 63 | 76 | 64 | 66 | 73 | 62 | 70 | 62 | 71 | 63 | 60 | 71 | 69 | 60 | 70 | 59 | 45 | 37 |
Total | 138 | 118 | 131 | 138 | 126 | 129 | 117 | 134 | 145 | 138 | 147 | 122 | 138 | 152 | 166 | 197 | 207 | 196 | 119 | 107 |
1 | 62 | 76 | 138 |
2 | 60 | 58 | 118 |
3 | 68 | 63 | 131 |
4 | 62 | 76 | 138 |
5 | 62 | 64 | 126 |
6 | 63 | 66 | 129 |
7 | 44 | 73 | 117 |
8 | 72 | 62 | 134 |
9 | 75 | 70 | 145 |
10 | 76 | 62 | 138 |
11 | 76 | 71 | 147 |
12 | 59 | 63 | 122 |
13 | 78 | 60 | 138 |
14 | 81 | 71 | 152 |
15 | 97 | 69 | 166 |
16 | 137 | 60 | 197 |
17 | 137 | 70 | 207 |
18 | 137 | 59 | 196 |
19 | 74 | 45 | 119 |
20 | 70 | 37 | 107 |
Real Estate and Housing
ZIP code 78942 has a slightly higher than average percentage of vacancies. The Census also indicates that there are one or more correctional facilities and nursing homes nearby.
The majority of household are owned or have a mortgage. Homes in ZIP code 78942 were primarily built in the 1970s. Looking at 78942 real estate data, the median home value of $115,500 is slightly less than average compared to the rest of the country. It is also slightly less than average compared to nearby ZIP codes. 78942 could be an area to look for cheap housing compared to surrounding areas. Rentals in 78942 are most commonly 2 bedrooms. The rent for 2 bedrooms is normally $500-$749/month including utilities. Prices for rental property include ZIP code 78942 apartments, townhouses, and homes that are primary residences.
In Occupied Housing Units |
8,464 |
94.2% |
Correctional Facility For Adults |
38 |
0.4% |
Juvenile Facilities |
293 |
3.3% |
Nursing Facilities |
161 |
1.8% |
Other Institutional |
0 |
0.0% |
College Student Housing |
3 |
0.0% |
Military Quarters |
0 |
0.0% |
Other Noninstitutional |
30 |
0.3% |
Housing Type
Owned Households With A Mortgage |
989 |
27% |
Owned Households Free & Clear |
1,255 |
34% |
Renter Occupied Households |
847 |
23% |
Households Vacant |
621 |
17% |
Housing Occupancy
For Rent |
114 |
18.4% |
Rented & Unoccupied |
10 |
1.6% |
For Sale Only |
48 |
7.7% |
Sold & Unoccupied |
20 |
3.2% |
For Season Recreational Or Occasional Use |
206 |
33.2% |
For Migrant Workers |
2 |
0.3% |
Vacant For Other Reasons |
221 |
35.6% |
Vacancy Reasons
Owner Occupied Home Values
Rental Properties by Number of Rooms
Studio Apartment |
41 |
5% |
1 Bedroom |
70 |
8% |
2 Bedroom |
458 |
54% |
3+ Bedroom |
283 |
33% |
Rental Properties by Number of Rooms
Cost of Monthly Rent Including Utilities
Cost of a Studio Apartment
Employment, Income, Earnings, and Work
The median household income of $43,798 is compared to the rest of the country. It is also compared to nearby ZIP codes. While money isn't everything, ZIP code 78942 may not be as nice as other parts of town.
As with most parts of the country, vehicles are the most common form of transportation to places of employment. In most parts of the country, the majority of commuters get to work in under half an hour. More commuters in 78942 get to experience these short commute times than most other ZIP codes. There are a slightly smaller percentage of employees that have to travel over 45 minutes to reach their place of employment.
Worked Full-time with Earnings |
2,702 |
41% |
Worked Part-time with Earnings |
1,541 |
23% |
No Earnings |
2,330 |
35% |
Employment Status
Average Household Income over Time
Annual Individual Earnings
Sources of Household Income
Percent of Households Receiving Income
Average Income per Household by Income Source
* Only taxable income is reported.
Household Investment Income
Percent of Households Receiving Investment Income
Average Income per Household by Income Source
* Only taxable income is reported.
Household Retirement Income
Percent of Households Receiving Retirement Income
Average Income per Household by Income Source
* Only taxable income is reported.
Worked Full-time with Earnings |
2,702 |
41% |
Worked Part-time with Earnings |
1,541 |
23% |
No Earnings |
2,330 |
35% |
Source of Earnings
Means Of Transportation To Work for Workers 16 and Over
Car, truck, or van |
3,319 |
88.9% |
Public transportation |
0 |
0.0% |
Taxicab |
0 |
0.0% |
Motorcycle |
11 |
0.3% |
Bicycle, Walked, or Other Means |
267 |
7.2% |
Worked at Home |
135 |
3.6% |
Means Of Transportation To Work for Workers 16 and Over
Travel Time to Work (In Minutes)
Schools and Education
The percentage of people that did not graduate high school is among the highest in the nation. Slightly more than the average number of people in the area graduated college.
Educational Attainment For The Population 25 Years And Over
Less than High School Diploma |
747 |
30% |
High School Graduate |
1,413 |
56% |
Associate's degree |
97 |
4% |
Bachelor's degree |
133 |
5% |
Master's degree |
114 |
5% |
Professional school degree |
22 |
1% |
Doctorate degree |
0 |
0% |
Educational Attainment For The Population 25 Years And Over
School Enrollment (Ages 3 to 17)
Enrolled in Public School |
1,651 |
84.1% |
Enrolled in Private School |
124 |
6.3% |
Not Enrolled in School |
188 |
9.6% |
School Enrollment (Ages 3 to 17)
Schools in ZIP Code 78942
ZIP Code 78942 is in the Giddings Independent School District. There are 7 different elementary schools and high schools with mailing addresses in ZIP code 78942.
Giddings Elementary
1402 East Industry St
Giddings, TX 78942
Grade Level: Primary/Elementary
District: Giddings Independent School District
Giddings Middle School
2248 North Main
Giddings, TX 78942
Grade Level: Middle/Elementary
District: Giddings Independent School District
Giddings Int
2337 North Main
Giddings, TX 78942
Grade Level: Middle/Elementary
District: Giddings Independent School District
Giddings State School
2261 James Turman Rd
Giddings, TX 78942
Grade Level: High/Secondary
District: Texas Juvenile Justice Department School District
Giddings High School
2337 North Main
Giddings, TX 78942
Grade Level: High/Secondary
District: Giddings Independent School District