ZIP Code 77445 in Hempstead, TX

Data Last Updated: October 1, 2025
City:Hempstead, Texas
City Alias:Pine Island, Prairie View
Names to Avoid:
Monaville
County:Waller County
Timezone:Central (GMT -06:00)
Local Time:7:46:59 PM
Population:14,160 [See All]
Area Codes:979 / 936
Classification:Standard [Normal Street Delivery]
Coordinates:30.0593, -96.0748
Land Area:185.779 sq mi
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Population & Demographics


ZIP Code 77445 has 14,160 residents and 5,110 households (average 2.67 persons per household). The median age is 36.6 years, slightly older than the state (35.6) and slightly younger than the nation (38.8). The gender split is 48.6% male and 51.4% female, which is about the same as the state male share (49.4%), making this a female-majority area. Largest groups are White (42.6%, much lower than the state average of 50.1% and well below the national average of 61.6%) and Hispanic or Latino (35.5%); Hispanic or Latino residents make up 35.5%, which is much higher than the national average (18.7%), and Black or African American share is much higher than both the state (12.2%) and national averages (12.4%).

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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:14,160Source: Census DHC
2023 ACS Population Estimate:14,943Source: Census ACS
2025 ZC Population Estimate:17,074Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Population Density:76.2 people per sq mile
Average Income:$63,650Source: Census ACS
Households:5,110Source: Census DHC
Average House Value:$270,900Source: Census ACS
Persons Per Household:2.67Source: Census DHC
Average Family Size:3.11Source: Census ACS

Population Over Time (with 2010 & 2020 Census Benchmarks)


Group20102011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Census ACS Population Estimate--12,19112,16512,52612,66212,76013,12413,30113,52414,20014,62914,59514,68014,943
Decennial Census11,977------------------14,160------
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: 36.6

Male Median Age: 36.7

Female Median Age: 36.5

Group< 55-910-1415-1920-2425-2930-3435-3940-4445-4950-5455-5960-6465-6970-7475-7980-8485+
Male4164725324686154113943753623743964594984103262269253
Female445451523546769388385409354440441494475404324194115124
Total8619231,0551,0141,384799779784716814837953973814650420207177
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Population by Race


White:6,03234.74%
Black:3,44619.84%
Hispanic:*5,02228.92%
Asian:820.47%
American Indian:1841.06%
Hawaiian:140.08%
Other:2,58514.89%
Total:17,365100%
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:6,87948.58%36.7 years
Females:7,28151.42%36.5 years
Total:14,160100%36.6 years
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Nativity & Citizenship


Native, born in the United States:12,96686.77%
Native, born in PR, Island Areas, or abroad:1030.69%
Foreign born, naturalized U.S. citizen:6414.29%
Foreign born, not a U.S. citizen:1,23312.54%
Total Population:14,943100%
Total Native Population:13,06987.46%
Total Foreign-born Population:1,87412.54%
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 $63,650, which is well under the national median ($78,538), is up $22,601 (55.1%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $19,460. Family households earn a median of $68,895 versus $38,716 for nonfamily households (a difference of $30,179). By gender, male median income is $48,629 and female is $34,616, which is well under the national female median ($53,445), with a current gap of $14,013 that has widened from 2011 to 2023. The labor-force participation rate is 56.0%, which is much lower than the state rate (65.3%). The unemployment rate is 5.9%, which is above the state rate (5.1%). The largest occupation group is Management (26.4%).

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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$41,049$44,594$43,066$44,549$42,462$43,348$43,730$45,028$44,190$50,605$53,398$57,217$63,650
Median Family Income$49,789$55,938$54,036$54,240$55,469$50,982$54,167$60,135$60,173$56,389$62,781$66,964$68,895
Median NonFamily Income$25,255$24,483$24,241$25,951$24,948$23,311$24,007$30,028$32,307$35,546$34,600$36,004$38,716
Median Male Income$35,316$36,328$34,667$33,830$37,208$36,389$34,568$36,591$37,625$37,325$42,574$47,711$48,629
Median Female Income$31,692$33,185$36,096$33,336$33,851$30,326$26,383$27,235$27,042$32,309$32,194$33,759$34,616
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:6,22852.73%
Unemployed:3903.30%
Not In Labor Force:5,19443.97%
Total:11,812100%
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:1,64526.41%
Service:1,51224.28%
Sales and Office:98015.74%
Natural resources, construction, and maintenance:77312.41%
Production, transportation, and material moving:1,31821.16%
Total Civilian Employed Population:6,228100%
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 $270,900, which is falls short of the national median ($303,400), is up $160,400 (145.16%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $120,500. The median gross rent is $1,251, which is generally lower than the national median ($1,348), is up $453 (56.77%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $393. Of occupied housing, owners make up 60.50% (40.47% with a mortgage, 59.53% free-and-clear) and renters 39.50% - making this ZIP Code less home ownership than the state and higher than national rental averages. The vacancy rate is 12.50%, 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$110,500$125,200$133,000$132,900$138,100$150,400$132,100$124,700$150,400$168,100$203,600$247,300$270,900
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Gross Rent Paid


Less than $500:613.04%
$500 to $999:69934.81%
$1,000 to $1,499:84241.93%
$1,500 to $1,999:20110.01%
$2,000 to $2,499:321.59%
$2,500 to $2,999:00.00%
$3,000 or more:241.20%
No Rent:1497.42%
Total:2,008100%
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$798$790$828$808$813$766$804$861$858$966$989$1,046$1,251
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Housing Occupancy


Owner Occupied (with mortgage):1,24524.49%
Owner Occupied (free and clear, no mortgage):1,83136.01%
Renter Occupied:2,00839.50%
Total Occupied Housing Units:5,084100%

Occupied Housing Units:5,08487.50%
Vacant Housing Units (not graphed):72612.50%
Total Housing Units:5,810100%
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:3,30556.88%
Multi-Family Units:1,20320.71%
Other Units:1,30222.41%
Total Housing Units:5,810100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Education, Health & Community


In 2023, 12.80% of adults (25+) have a bachelor's degree or higher, which is far lower than the national rate (35.00%). High school or higher is 83.80%, which is far lower than the national rate (89.40%). The uninsured rate is 21.10%, which is far higher than the national rate (8.60%). The share of people in poverty is 5.70%, which is markedly below the state rate (10.50%), down 6.10 percentage points since 2011 and below its 2019 pre-pandemic level by 9.20 percentage points. This points to a pronounced improvement in local conditions - rising incomes, firmer consumer demand, and a stronger tax base. Among residents ages 3+, the largest enrollment group is elementary (43.43%). College enrollment is 26.25%, which is on par with the state rate (23.90%), meaning the community mirrors broader higher-education participation.

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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:8018.44%
9th to 12th grade, no diploma:7377.77%
High school graduate (includes equivalency):3,66238.58%
Some college, no degree:2,71328.58%
Associate's degree:3593.78%
Bachelor's degree:8348.79%
Graduate or professional degree:3854.06%
Total:9,491100%
High school or higher:7,95383.80%
Bachelor's degree or higher:1,21912.84%
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:8,02348.89%
Public Insurance:5,24831.98%
No Insurance:3,13919.13%
Total:16,410100%
Has Health Insurance:13,27180.87%
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 Poverty11.8%12.5%15.7%16.9%16.6%16.1%18.0%13.5%14.9%14.3%9.9%7.6%5.7%
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:2045.03%
Kindergarten:781.92%
Elementary school (grades 1-8):1,76243.43%
High school (grades 9-12):94823.37%
College or graduate school:1,06526.25%
Total:4,057100%
Early Childhood:2826.95%
K-12 (Primary & Secondary School):2,78868.72%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

Business & Employment Statistics


ZIP Code 77445 supports both business and residential activity. According to the Business Census (2023), there are 256 business establishments, employing about 2,488 people with an annual payroll of $114,438,000. USPS data shows 6,395 residential mailboxes and 343 business mailboxes, reflecting local delivery coverage.

# Residential Mailboxes:6,395Source: USPS
# Business Mailboxes:343Source: USPS
Total Delivery Receptacles:7,395Source: USPS
Single Family Delivery Units:4,947Source: USPS
Multi Family Delivery Units:392Source: USPS
# of Businesses:256Source: CBP
1st Quarter Payroll:$30,320,000Source: CBP
Annual Payroll:$114,438,000Source: CBP
# of Employees:2,488Source: CBP

Geography, Land Area, & Statistical Classifications


ZIP Code 77445 is located in Waller County, Texas, within the Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands, TX Metropolitan Statistical Area (CBSA 26420) and Texas's 8th and 10th Congressional Districts. This Metro area has a population of 7,274,714 people, about 0.19% of whom live in ZIP Code 77445. It covers 185.779 sq mi of land and a water area of 2.75 sq mi.

CBSA Name:Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands, TXSource: Census
CBSA Number:26420Source: Census
CBSA Type:MetroSource: Census
CBSA Division:--Source: Census
CBSA Population:7,274,714Source: Census
MSA:Houston-Galveston-Brazoria, TX CMSASource: Census
Land Area:185.779 sq miSource: Census
Water Area:2.75 sq miSource: Census
Congressional District:08,10Source: USPS
Congressional Land Area:6053.76, 5070.95 sq miSource: Census
PMSA:Houston, TX PMSASource: Census
Intro Date:< 2004-10Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Place FIPS Code:4833200Source: Census
Place Name:Hempstead city; TexasSource: Census

Adjacent & Nearby ZIP Codes


77446 | | 77444

Schools in ZIP Code 77445


ZIP Code 77445 is in the Hempstead Independent School District, which serves grades Pre-Kindergarten thru 12th. There are 5 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.

Hempstead El 1340 13th St
Hempstead, TX 77445
District: Hempstead Independent School District
Hempstead H S 801 Donoho
Hempstead, TX 77445
District: Hempstead Independent School District
Hempstead Middle 2532 9th St
Hempstead, TX 77445
District: Hempstead Independent School District
Hempstead Alternative Learning Center 425 Fm 1488
Hempstead, TX 77445
District: Hempstead Independent School District
Safe Haven 28158 Sh 6
Hempstead, TX 77445
Waller Christian Academy 1208 Penick Rd
Waller, TX 77484
District: Private SchoolNearby
St Marys Episcopal Day School 24 N Masonic St
Bellville, TX 77418
District: Private SchoolNearby
Faith Academy Of Bellville 12177 Hwy 36
Bellville, TX 77418
District: Private SchoolNearby

Colleges & Post Secondary Schools near ZIP Code 77445


Prairie View A & M University Fm 1098 Road & University Drive
Prairie View, TX 77446
Type: Post Secondary
Evvaylois Academy School Of Beauty 2244 South Market Street
Brenham, TX 77833
Type: Post Secondary
Manuel And Theresa's School Of Hair Design 1315 Highway 105 #102
Brenham, TX 77833-3033
Type: Post Secondary
Blinn College 902 College Ave
Brenham, TX 77833-4098
Type: Post Secondary
The Vocational Nursing Institute Inc 11201 Steeple Park Drive
Houston, TX 77065
Type: Post Secondary
Ogle School Hair Skin Nails-Willowbrook 12974-A Willow Chase Drive
Houston, TX 77070-5656
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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    • U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates (ACS) [Annually] [Updated: Annually, As Released]
    • U.S. Census Business Patterns (CBD) [Annually] [Updated: Annually, As Released]
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