ZIP Code 78249: Population, Income, Housing

State: TX
Total population: 63,439 Household income: $80,565 Rent: $1,527

Overview

Total population
63,439
Rent
$1,527
Year built
2001
Household income
$80,565
Per capita income
$37,981
Poverty rate
16%
Unemployment rate
N/A
Household size
2.5 persons
Rent over 30% of income
46.8%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

ZIP data use Census ZCTAs, which closely match USPS ZIP Codes in most cases (see FAQ for details).

Data are sourced from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates, 2024 release — the latest dataset currently available. New 5-year estimates are published annually, about 6–12 months after the end of each reference year.

Demographics

State
Texas
County
Bexar County
City
San Antonio
Total population
63,439
Adults over 25
37,313
Total households
23,432
Household size
2.5 persons

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

ZIP data use Census ZCTAs, which closely match USPS ZIP Codes in most cases (see FAQ for details).

Data are sourced from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates, 2024 release — the latest dataset currently available. New 5-year estimates are published annually, about 6–12 months after the end of each reference year.

Income & Poverty

Household income
$80,565
Per capita income
$37,981
Poverty rate
16%
Unemployment rate
N/A
Rent over 30% of income
46.8%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

ZIP data use Census ZCTAs, which closely match USPS ZIP Codes in most cases (see FAQ for details).

Data are sourced from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates, 2024 release — the latest dataset currently available. New 5-year estimates are published annually, about 6–12 months after the end of each reference year.

Housing

Rent
$1,527
Year built
2001
Households that rent
49%
Households that own
51%
Rooms per home (all homes)
5.3

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

ZIP data use Census ZCTAs, which closely match USPS ZIP Codes in most cases (see FAQ for details).

Data are sourced from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates, 2024 release — the latest dataset currently available. New 5-year estimates are published annually, about 6–12 months after the end of each reference year.

Race

White
47.8%
Black
6.7%
Asian
7%
Two or more races
27.8%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

ZIP data use Census ZCTAs, which closely match USPS ZIP Codes in most cases (see FAQ for details).

Data are sourced from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates, 2024 release — the latest dataset currently available. New 5-year estimates are published annually, about 6–12 months after the end of each reference year.

Ethnicity

Hispanic or Latino
49.3%
Not Hispanic or Latino
50.7%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

ZIP data use Census ZCTAs, which closely match USPS ZIP Codes in most cases (see FAQ for details).

Data are sourced from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates, 2024 release — the latest dataset currently available. New 5-year estimates are published annually, about 6–12 months after the end of each reference year.

Commute

Commute rate
26,449 (78%)
Commute time to work
24 mins
Work from home
7,450 (22%)

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

ZIP data use Census ZCTAs, which closely match USPS ZIP Codes in most cases (see FAQ for details).

Data are sourced from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates, 2024 release — the latest dataset currently available. New 5-year estimates are published annually, about 6–12 months after the end of each reference year.

Education

Less than high school
23.9%
High school graduate or GED
14.6%
Some college or associate degree
9.5%
Bachelor’s degree or higher
52%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

ZIP data use Census ZCTAs, which closely match USPS ZIP Codes in most cases (see FAQ for details).

Data are sourced from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates, 2024 release — the latest dataset currently available. New 5-year estimates are published annually, about 6–12 months after the end of each reference year.

 

Comparison of ZIP Code 78249 with: Bexar County, TX San Antonio, TX San Antonio metro area, TX Texas United States

ZIP 78249

Total population63,439
Rent$1,527
Year built2001
Household income$80,565
Per capita income$37,981
Poverty rate16%
Unemployment rateN/A

Bexar County, TX

Total population2,067,341
Rent$1,354
Year built1990
Household income$72,341
Per capita income$36,702
Poverty rate14.6%
Unemployment rate3.4%

San Antonio, TX

Total population1,479,835
Rent$1,324
Year built1985
Household income$65,056
Per capita income$33,929
Poverty rate17.1%
Unemployment rate3.3%

San Antonio Metro Area, TX

Total population2,662,733
Rent$1,363
Year built1993
Household income$76,213
Per capita income$38,364
Poverty rate13.4%
Unemployment rate3.8%

Texas State

Total population30,188,424
Rent$1,403
Year built1992
Household income$78,476
Per capita income$40,752
Poverty rate13.8%
Unemployment rate4.1%

United States

Total population334,922,499
Rent$1,413
Year built1980
Household income$80,734
Per capita income$44,673
Poverty rate12.5%
Unemployment rate4%
Metric ZIP78249 CountyBexar, TXCitySan Antonio, TXMetro AreaSan Antonio metro area, TXStateTexasCountryUnited States
Total population63,4392,067,3411,479,8352,662,73330,188,424334,922,499
Rent$1,527$1,354$1,324$1,363$1,403$1,413
Year built200119901985199319921980
Household income$80,565$72,341$65,056$76,213$78,476$80,734
Per capita income$37,981$36,702$33,929$38,364$40,752$44,673
Poverty rate16%14.6%17.1%13.4%13.8%12.5%
Unemployment rateN/A3.4%3.3%3.8%4.1%4%

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Summary for 78249

Rent & Income

In 78249, the typical monthly rent is $1,527 and the typical household income is $80,565. Rent here is higher than both San Antonio and Texas, and household income is higher than San Antonio and similar to Texas. The estimated poverty rate is 16%, which is lower than the San Antonio rate but higher than the Texas rate.

Housing & Affordability

Renters make up about 49% of households, indicating a relatively balanced mix of renters and owners. About 46.8% of renters spend more than 30% of their income on housing, indicating high cost burden.

Education & Employment

Educational attainment is very high, with about 52% of adults holding a bachelor’s degree or higher.

 

ZIP 78249 — Rent vs Household Income

 

 

ZIP 78249 — Poverty

 

 

How ZIP 78249 compares in Texas (388 ZIP Codes)

Metric This ZIP Rank Starts from State range
Rent $1,527 209 / 388 from lower rent $747 – $3,501
Household income $80,565 191 / 388 from higher income $30,377 – $250,001
Poverty rate 16% 254 / 388 from lower poverty 1.5% – 47.7%

Rankings are calculated among ZIP Codes in Texas with total population > 30,000 (year 2024).

 

Detailed Ranking Explanation for ZIP Code 78249

Rent

For rent, this ZIP is positioned 209th out of 388 ZIP Codes in Texas. In Texas as a whole, the range goes from $747 in ZIP 78582 up to $3,501 in ZIP 76092.

Household income

For household income, ZIP Code 78249 ranks 191st out of 388 ZIP Codes. Statewide, values range from $30,377 in ZIP 77840 up to $250,001 in ZIP 76092.

Poverty rate

For poverty levels, this ZIP is positioned 254th out of 388 ZIP Codes. Across Texas, figures vary from 1.5% in ZIP 76092 up to 47.7% in ZIP 77840.

 

💰 Rent in ZIP Code 78249 (with Utilities)

Estimated Monthly Rent: $1,527 ℹ️ What’s Included:
✅ Base rent, electricity, gas, water/sewer, and heating fuels
❌ Not included: internet, cable TV, renter's insurance, parking

💡 What does this rent estimate mean?

Explanation: This estimate shows what renters typically pay each month for housing — including the apartment or home and essential utilities like heat, water, and electricity.

Included in this number: Rent plus electricity, gas, water/sewer, and heating fuel.

Not included: Internet, cable, parking, renter’s insurance, or furniture rental.

Note: This cost does not depend on the number of people living in the home.

👨‍👧‍👦 Household Income in ZIP Code 78249

Annual Household Income: $80,565

💡 What does Household Income mean?

Definition: This represents the middle value of all household incomes in the ZIP code — half of households earn less, and half earn more.

Includes: wages, salaries, self-employment income, Social Security, pensions, investments, unemployment, public assistance, and rental income.

Does NOT include: capital gains, non-cash benefits (like food stamps), or tax refunds.

Household = any group of people (or a single person) living in the same housing unit.

Example: A couple earning $40,000 and $30,000 together have a household income of $70,000. If that's in the middle of all local incomes, it's the value shown here.

📉 Poverty Rate in ZIP Code 78249

Estimated Rate: 16%

💡 What does the Poverty Rate represent?

Definition: The percentage of people in this area living below the federal poverty threshold.

How it works: The threshold is a dollar amount set by the U.S. Census Bureau that varies by family size and age. If a household's income is below that level, everyone in it is included in this rate.

Example: In a town of 10,000 people, if 1,500 have incomes below the poverty line, the poverty rate is 15%.

Note: This statistic only includes people living in households; it does not count those in student housing, military barracks, or nursing homes.

🏘️ Renter vs. Owner Households in ZIP Code 78249

In ZIP Code 78249, households that rent: 11,482 (49%)

📊 What does the renter household percentage reveal about this ZIP Code?
Household Type Count Share
Renter-Occupied 11,482 49%
Owner-Occupied 11,950 51%

Definition: This is the percentage of households that rent their home rather than own it. It includes only occupied housing units.

Why it matters: Areas with a high share of renter households often have younger populations, higher mobility, and different housing needs compared to mostly owner-occupied areas.

Example: If 65% of homes in an area are renter-occupied, it means 65 out of every 100 households rent their home.

📉 Renters Spending Over 30% of Income on Rent in ZIP Code 78249

In ZIP Code 78249, cost-burdened renters (households spending over 30% of income on housing): 5,369 (46.8%)

🏚️ What Does It Mean When Renters Spend Over 30% of Their Income on Housing?
Household Group Households Share
Cost-burdened renters (over 30%) 5,369 46.8%
Other renter households 6,113 53.2%
Total renter households 11,482 100%

Shares are calculated as a percentage of renter households.

This shows how many renters in the ZIP code are considered cost-burdened — meaning they spend more than 30% of their income on housing (rent and basic utilities).

It’s a sign that housing might be unaffordable in the area or that lower-income residents may be struggling with rent.

Data comes from the U.S. Census Bureau’s American Community Survey.

📊 Education Levels in ZIP Code 78249

Less than High School: 8,905 people (23.9%)

Includes adults who did not complete high school.

High School Graduate or GED: 5,454 people (14.6%)

Includes adults whose highest education is a high school diploma or GED.

Some College or Associate Degree: 3,557 people (9.5%)

Includes adults who attended college without completing a bachelor’s degree (some college or associate degree).

Bachelor’s Degree or Higher: 19,397 people (52%)

Includes adults with a bachelor’s degree or higher (bachelor’s, master’s, professional, or doctoral degree).

👥 Total Adults (25+): 37,313

ℹ️ Have questions about how these statistics are calculated? See our data methodology & FAQs

 

Source: ACS 5-Year Estimates (U.S. Census Bureau) — unemployment rate from BLS. Some values are derived metrics.