ZIP Code 76308 in Wichita Falls, TX

Data Last Updated: October 1, 2025
City:Wichita Falls, Texas
Names to Avoid:
Lakeside City
Counties:Wichita County[Primary]
Archer County
Timezone:Central (GMT -06:00)
Local Time:7:26:44 PM
Population:20,305 [See All]
Area Code:940
Classification:Standard [Normal Street Delivery]
Coordinates:33.8549, -98.5336
Land Area:7.849 sq mi
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Population & Demographics


ZIP Code 76308 has 20,305 residents and 8,317 households (average 2.24 persons per household). The median age is 34.3 years, slightly younger than the state (35.6) and younger than the nation (38.8). The gender split is 46.9% male and 53.1% female, which is slightly lower than the state male share (49.4%), making this a female-majority area. Largest groups are White (71.7%, much higher than the state average of 50.1% and well above the national average of 61.6%) and Hispanic or Latino (16.1%); Hispanic or Latino residents make up 16.1%, which is much lower than the state average (39.3%).

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Source: U.S. Census 2020 Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC) and U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates.
2020 Population:20,305Source: Census DHC
2023 ACS Population Estimate:21,267Source: Census ACS
2025 ZC Population Estimate:19,920Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Population Density:2,587.0 people per sq mile
Average Income:$70,789Source: Census ACS
Households:8,317Source: Census DHC
Average House Value:$198,800Source: Census ACS
Persons Per Household:2.24Source: Census DHC
Average Family Size:3.11Source: Census ACS

Population Over Time (with 2010 & 2020 Census Benchmarks)


Group20102011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Census ACS Population Estimate--20,72719,58619,50918,69419,05519,06319,36119,09219,49319,93720,02820,49321,267
Decennial Census19,677------------------20,305------
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP05. DEMOGRAPHIC AND HOUSING ESTIMATES

Population by Age & Gender (Total, Male, Female)


Median Age: 34.3

Male Median Age: 33.5

Female Median Age: 35.1

Group< 55-910-1415-1920-2425-2930-3435-3940-4445-4950-5455-5960-6465-6970-7475-7980-8485+
Male6065325667171,114776638559544424432551523540403265173160
Female5505385639931,334730672559475481518687628599497360238360
Total1,1561,0701,1291,7102,4481,5061,3101,1181,0199059501,2381,1511,139900625411520
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Population by Race


White:14,55667.33%
Black:1,7738.20%
Hispanic:*3,27515.15%
Asian:5132.37%
American Indian:1640.76%
Hawaiian:160.07%
Other:1,3236.12%
Total:21,620100%
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)
* NOTE: Hispanic or Latino is an ethnicity, not a race. This means individuals who identify as Hispanic will also be included in one of the race categories (such as White or Black). As a result, the totals shown here may exceed 100% when Hispanic is displayed alongside racial groups.

Gender Breakdown


GenderCount%Median Age
Males:9,52346.90%33.5 years
Females:10,78253.10%35.1 years
Total:20,305100%34.3 years
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Nativity & Citizenship


Native, born in the United States:19,73792.81%
Native, born in PR, Island Areas, or abroad:2401.13%
Foreign born, naturalized U.S. citizen:4252.00%
Foreign born, not a U.S. citizen:8656.07%
Total Population:21,267100%
Total Native Population:19,97793.93%
Total Foreign-born Population:1,2906.07%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS
Note: Nativity and Citizenship derived from American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates. Total Population listed here will not match official ZIP Code population totals, which are based on the Decennial Census.

Income & Employment


In 2023, the Median household income is $70,789, which is far less than the national median ($78,538), is up $25,484 (56.2%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $17,055. Family households earn a median of $92,429 versus $44,437 for nonfamily households (a difference of $47,992). By gender, male median income is $63,034 and female is $43,750, which is far less than the national female median ($53,445), with a current gap of $19,284 that has widened from 2011 to 2023. The labor-force participation rate is 68.4%, which is notably higher than the national rate (63.5%). The unemployment rate is 1.1%, which is far lower than the national rate (5.2%). The largest occupation group is Management (39.4%).

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Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Using data from Tables DP02, DP03, DP04 and DP05.

Median Income Over Time (Household, Family, Nonfamily, Male, Female)


Income Type2011201220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Median Household Income$45,305$46,471$46,546$46,522$46,529$49,112$48,893$49,864$53,734$57,223$61,729$70,872$70,789
Median Family Income$69,750$71,841$70,792$73,295$64,798$65,893$65,447$67,231$72,337$73,577$78,616$91,387$92,429
Median NonFamily Income$31,719$28,704$27,765$28,980$30,012$32,635$31,871$32,725$34,403$36,745$37,813$42,301$44,437
Median Male Income$42,840$43,995$43,302$44,980$45,405$44,310$46,448$49,003$50,328$53,884$57,139$61,788$63,034
Median Female Income$35,303$36,080$37,793$35,938$33,263$33,096$33,096$35,364$37,150$39,871$41,228$44,946$43,750
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Average Household Income


Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Employment Status


Employed:10,68565.54%
Unemployed:1240.76%
Not In Labor Force:5,49433.70%
Total:16,303100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Employment by Occupation (Civilian Employed Population, 16 and Over)


Management, business, science, and arts:4,20539.35%
Service:1,93018.06%
Sales and Office:2,23320.90%
Natural resources, construction, and maintenance:6235.83%
Production, transportation, and material moving:1,69415.85%
Total Civilian Employed Population:10,685100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS.

Housing & Affordability


In 2023, the median home value is $198,800, which is much lower than the national median ($303,400), is up $72,100 (56.91%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $58,100. The median gross rent is $1,083, which is much lower than the national median ($1,348), is up $267 (32.72%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $271. Of occupied housing, owners make up 53.80% (54.47% with a mortgage, 45.53% free-and-clear) and renters 46.20% - making this ZIP Code less home ownership than the state and higher than national rental averages. The vacancy rate is 10.50%, which is much higher than the state rate (9.62%).

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Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Using data from Table DP03, SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS.

Median Home Value (Comparison)


Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Median Home Value Over Time


Group2011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Median Home Value$126,700$127,800$130,900$128,200$130,600$130,300$133,100$139,300$140,700$156,300$157,500$185,300$198,800
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Gross Rent Paid


Less than $500:401.01%
$500 to $999:1,53438.64%
$1,000 to $1,499:1,72443.43%
$1,500 to $1,999:3348.41%
$2,000 to $2,499:2616.57%
$2,500 to $2,999:180.45%
$3,000 or more:170.43%
No Rent:421.06%
Total:3,970100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Median Gross Rent Over Time


Group2011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Median Rent$816$813$835$798$800$795$793$822$812$874$922$1,040$1,083
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Housing Occupancy


Owner Occupied (with mortgage):2,51829.30%
Owner Occupied (free and clear, no mortgage):2,10524.50%
Renter Occupied:3,97046.20%
Total Occupied Housing Units:8,593100%

Occupied Housing Units:8,59389.50%
Vacant Housing Units (not graphed):1,00810.50%
Total Housing Units:9,601100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Housing Type (Single-Family, Multi-Family, Other)


Single-Family Units:6,22864.87%
Multi-Family Units:3,24433.79%
Other Units:1291.34%
Total Housing Units:9,601100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Education, Health & Community


In 2023, 34.80% of adults (25+) have a bachelor's degree or higher, which is on par with the state rate (33.10%). High school or higher is 96.00%, which is markedly above the state rate (85.70%). The uninsured rate is 13.30%, which is far higher than the national rate (8.60%). The share of people in poverty is 11.20%, which is comparable to the national rate (8.70%), up 3.80 percentage points since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by 0.90 percentage points. This points to rising hardship - a weaker consumer base, greater strain on public services, and job-market headwinds. Among residents ages 3+, the largest enrollment group is college (48.46%). College enrollment is 48.46%, which is markedly above the state rate (23.90%), indicating the community is likely a college hub with student-driven housing and services.

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Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Using data from Tables DP02 and DP03.

Educational Attainment of Adults (25 and Older)


Less than 9th grade:2501.95%
9th to 12th grade, no diploma:2702.10%
High school graduate (includes equivalency):3,14624.48%
Some college, no degree:3,36426.18%
Associate's degree:1,34710.48%
Bachelor's degree:2,78721.69%
Graduate or professional degree:1,68513.11%
Total:12,849100%
High school or higher:12,32995.95%
Bachelor's degree or higher:4,47234.80%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

Health Insurance Coverage by Type (Private, Public, Uninsured)


Private Insurance:14,87063.39%
Public Insurance:5,83724.88%
No Insurance:2,75011.72%
Total:23,457100%
Has Health Insurance:20,70788.28%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Percentage of People in Poverty Over Time (2011-2023)


Group2011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
% of People in Poverty7.4%4.8%5.2%4.5%6.9%8.0%9.1%10.5%10.3%10.8%9.8%10.8%11.2%
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Note: Counts of Families & People in poverty are not published at the ZIP Code level due to small sample sizes. Percentages shown are survey estimates from the American Community Survey (ACS). They may differ from official poverty statistics. The U.S. Census Bureau defines poverty status by comparing a family's or individual's total income with federal poverty thresholds that vary by family size and composition.

School Enrollment by Education Level (Ages 3 and Older)


Nursery School, Preschool:1942.73%
Kindergarten:3665.15%
Elementary school (grades 1-8):2,49235.07%
High school (grades 9-12):6108.59%
College or graduate school:3,44348.46%
Total:7,105100%
Early Childhood:5607.88%
K-12 (Primary & Secondary School):3,46848.81%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

Business & Employment Statistics


ZIP Code 76308 supports both business and residential activity. According to the Business Census (2023), there are 870 business establishments, employing about 13,489 people with an annual payroll of $464,757,000. USPS data shows 8,893 residential mailboxes and 1,048 business mailboxes, reflecting local delivery coverage.

# Residential Mailboxes:8,893Source: USPS
# Business Mailboxes:1,048Source: USPS
Total Delivery Receptacles:10,434Source: USPS
Single Family Delivery Units:5,650Source: USPS
Multi Family Delivery Units:2,218Source: USPS
# of Businesses:870Source: CBP
1st Quarter Payroll:$113,195,000Source: CBP
Annual Payroll:$464,757,000Source: CBP
# of Employees:13,489Source: CBP

Geography, Land Area, & Statistical Classifications


ZIP Code 76308 is located in Wichita County, Texas, within the Wichita Falls, TX Metropolitan Statistical Area (CBSA 48660) and Texas's 13rd Congressional District. This Metro area has a population of 148,978 people, about 13.63% of whom live in ZIP Code 76308. It covers 7.849 sq mi of land and a water area of 1.419 sq mi.

CBSA Name:Wichita Falls, TXSource: Census
CBSA Number:48660Source: Census
CBSA Type:MetroSource: Census
CBSA Division:--Source: Census
CBSA Population:148,978Source: Census
MSA:Wichita Falls, TX MSASource: Census
Land Area:7.849 sq miSource: Census
Water Area:1.419 sq miSource: Census
Congressional District:13Source: USPS
Congressional Land Area:38349.24 sq miSource: Census
PMSA:--Source: Census
Intro Date:< 2004-10Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Place FIPS Code:4879000Source: Census
Place Name:Wichita Falls city; TexasSource: Census

Adjacent & Nearby ZIP Codes


76309 | | 76307

Schools in ZIP Code 76308


ZIP Code 76308 is in the Wichita Falls Independent School District, which serves grades Pre-Kindergarten thru 12th. There are 4 public school(s) in this ZIP Code, and we have located 3 private school(s). It also has 6 colleges, universities or post secondary education institutions nearby which would be a short commute to.

Cunningham School 4107 Phillips Dr
Wichita Falls, TX 76308
District: Wichita Falls Independent School District
Franklin El 2112 Speedway Ave
Wichita Falls, TX 76308
District: Wichita Falls Independent School District
Milam El 2901 Boren Ave
Wichita Falls, TX 76308
District: Wichita Falls Independent School District
Barwise Middle 3807 Kemp
Wichita Falls, TX 76308
District: Wichita Falls Independent School District
Christ Academy 5105 Stone Lake Dr
Wichita Falls, TX 76310
District: Private SchoolNearby
Notre Dame Catholic School 2821 Lansing Blvd
Wichita Falls, TX 76309
District: Private SchoolNearby
Wichita Christian School 1615 Midwestern Pkwy
Wichita Falls, TX 76302
District: Private SchoolNearby

Colleges & Post Secondary Schools near ZIP Code 76308


Midwestern State University 3410 Taft Blvd
Wichita Falls, TX 76308-2099
Type: Post Secondary
Vernon College 4400 College Dr.
Vernon, TX 76384-4092
Type: Post Secondary
Great Plains Technology Center 4500 W Lee Blvd
Lawton, OK 73505-8399
Type: Post Secondary
Cameron University 2800 West Gore Blvd
Lawton, OK 73505-6377
Type: Post Secondary
Eves College Of Hairstyling 912 Sw C Ave
Lawton, OK 73501
Type: Post Secondary
Miller-Motte College-Platt College-Lawton 111 S.w. C Ave.
Lawton, OK 73501
Type: Post Secondary

Sources & References


Our sources include trusted federal and licensed data from the United States Postal Service, U.S. Census Bureau, U.S. Geological Survey, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, and the National Center for Education Statistics, along with proprietary datasets created by ZIP-Codes.com. Data last updated on October 1, 2025.

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