ZIP Code 78617 in Del Valle, TX

Data Last Updated: October 1, 2025
City:Del Valle, Texas
Names to Avoid:
Elroy, Garfield
Counties:Travis County[Primary]
Bastrop County
Timezone:Central (GMT -06:00)
Local Time:8:11:20 PM
Population:28,832 [See All]
Area Code:512
Classification:Standard [Normal Street Delivery]
Coordinates:30.1439, -97.5939
Land Area:64.038 sq mi
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Population & Demographics


ZIP Code 78617 has 28,832 residents and 7,206 households (average 3.68 persons per household). The median age is 31.0 years, younger than the state (35.6) and significantly younger than the nation (38.8). The gender split is 54.3% male and 45.7% female, which is higher than the national male share (49.1%), making this a male-majority area. Largest groups are Hispanic or Latino (75.7%) and Other / Two or More Races (32.2%, much higher than the state average of 13.6% and well above the national average of 8.4%); Hispanic or Latino residents make up 75.7%, which is much higher than the national average (18.7%), and Other / Two or More Races share is much higher than both the state (13.6%) and national averages (8.4%).

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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:28,832Source: Census DHC
2023 ACS Population Estimate:28,932Source: Census ACS
2025 ZC Population Estimate:37,870Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Population Density:450.2 people per sq mile
Average Income:$78,019Source: Census ACS
Households:7,206Source: Census DHC
Average House Value:$247,800Source: Census ACS
Persons Per Household:3.68Source: Census DHC
Average Family Size:3.33Source: Census ACS

Population Over Time (with 2010 & 2020 Census Benchmarks)


Group20102011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Census ACS Population Estimate--18,57219,55321,09623,02525,47326,12627,90028,55828,93028,37628,69029,24428,932
Decennial Census22,210------------------28,832------
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: 31

Male Median Age: 30.8

Female Median Age: 31.3

Group< 55-910-1415-1920-2425-2930-3435-3940-4445-4950-5455-5960-6465-6970-7475-7980-8485+
Male1,0371,1721,3681,4331,2251,3121,3121,2151,2981,0329038526243752411396054
Female9281,1081,2341,3159048311,0251,0781,0208627756075094082401489098
Total1,9652,2802,6022,7482,1292,1432,3372,2932,3181,8941,6781,4591,133783481287150152
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Population by Race


White:8,98120.76%
Black:2,2665.24%
Hispanic:*21,81950.42%
Asian:4070.94%
American Indian:5031.16%
Hawaiian:180.04%
Other:9,27721.44%
Total:43,271100%
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:15,65254.29%30.8 years
Females:13,18045.71%31.3 years
Total:28,832100%31.0 years
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Nativity & Citizenship


Native, born in the United States:21,08472.87%
Native, born in PR, Island Areas, or abroad:4151.43%
Foreign born, naturalized U.S. citizen:2,3468.11%
Foreign born, not a U.S. citizen:5,08725.69%
Total Population:28,932100%
Total Native Population:21,49974.31%
Total Foreign-born Population:7,43325.69%
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 $78,019, which is modestly greater than the state median ($76,292), is up $33,685 (76.0%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $15,840. Family households earn a median of $85,517 versus $51,125 for nonfamily households (a difference of $34,392). By gender, male median income is $46,250 and female is $39,556, which is well under the national female median ($53,445), with a current gap of $6,694 that has widened from 2011 to 2023. The labor-force participation rate is 63.9%, which is modestly under the state rate (65.3%). The unemployment rate is 6.7%, which is well above the state rate (5.1%). The largest occupation group is Management (23.2%).

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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$44,334$43,957$45,212$45,040$45,995$47,551$52,819$54,940$62,179$64,117$68,069$74,773$78,019
Median Family Income$45,237$44,360$44,529$45,012$45,085$46,821$53,442$57,310$63,405$70,439$79,274$83,935$85,517
Median NonFamily Income$32,625$30,313$40,508$26,438$26,500$27,375$36,667$36,073$40,979$45,354$44,941$52,537$51,125
Median Male Income$35,474$35,131$34,301$34,839$35,070$35,407$36,005$36,710$39,633$39,190$43,118$46,203$46,250
Median Female Income$30,707$27,305$26,922$28,750$28,361$28,978$31,591$31,534$31,996$32,915$34,854$38,580$39,556
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:13,77559.60%
Unemployed:9924.29%
Not In Labor Force:8,34736.11%
Total:23,114100%
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:3,19623.20%
Service:2,76720.09%
Sales and Office:2,36117.14%
Natural resources, construction, and maintenance:3,12522.69%
Production, transportation, and material moving:2,32616.89%
Total Civilian Employed Population:13,775100%
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 $247,800, which is far less than the national median ($303,400), is up $144,900 (140.82%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $99,500. The median gross rent is $1,449, which is well above the state median ($1,339), is up $377 (35.17%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $169. Of occupied housing, owners make up 81.19% (51.01% with a mortgage, 48.99% free-and-clear) and renters 18.81% - making this ZIP Code more home ownership than the state and under national rental averages. The vacancy rate is 5.42%, which is markedly below the national rate (10.43%).

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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$102,900$100,600$99,700$96,000$104,200$115,600$123,900$137,400$148,300$178,100$189,700$222,100$247,800
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Gross Rent Paid


Less than $500:160.98%
$500 to $999:29818.20%
$1,000 to $1,499:51131.22%
$1,500 to $1,999:41325.23%
$2,000 to $2,499:28517.41%
$2,500 to $2,999:171.04%
$3,000 or more:00.00%
No Rent:975.93%
Total:1,637100%
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$1,072$1,041$1,105$1,043$1,085$1,061$1,303$1,229$1,280$1,246$1,253$1,366$1,449
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Housing Occupancy


Owner Occupied (with mortgage):3,60441.42%
Owner Occupied (free and clear, no mortgage):3,46139.77%
Renter Occupied:1,63718.81%
Total Occupied Housing Units:8,702100%

Occupied Housing Units:8,70294.58%
Vacant Housing Units (not graphed):4995.42%
Total Housing Units:9,201100%
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:5,59760.83%
Multi-Family Units:3994.34%
Other Units:3,20534.83%
Total Housing Units:9,201100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Education, Health & Community


In 2023, 16.70% 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 67.70%, which is far lower than the national rate (89.40%). The uninsured rate is 26.50%, which is far higher than the national rate (8.60%). Public coverage is 24.90%, which is falls below the national rate (36.30%). The share of people in poverty is 9.90%, which is comparable to the national rate (8.70%), down 8.50 percentage points since 2011 and below its 2019 pre-pandemic level by 3.20 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 (47.92%). College enrollment is 15.37%, which is far lower than the national rate (26.70%), indicating the community may be more oriented toward vocational/trade or direct-to-workforce opportunities.

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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:3,58918.67%
9th to 12th grade, no diploma:2,61313.59%
High school graduate (includes equivalency):6,11731.81%
Some college, no degree:2,78314.47%
Associate's degree:9094.73%
Bachelor's degree:2,27611.84%
Graduate or professional degree:9414.89%
Total:19,228100%
High school or higher:13,02667.74%
Bachelor's degree or higher:3,21716.73%
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:14,84651.85%
Public Insurance:6,67223.30%
No Insurance:7,11424.85%
Total:28,632100%
Has Health Insurance:21,51875.15%
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 Poverty18.4%16.8%18.4%20.8%19.5%18.8%15.8%14.6%13.1%11.6%9.4%9.0%9.9%
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:2603.90%
Kindergarten:3455.17%
Elementary school (grades 1-8):3,19547.92%
High school (grades 9-12):1,84227.63%
College or graduate school:1,02515.37%
Total:6,667100%
Early Childhood:6059.07%
K-12 (Primary & Secondary School):5,38280.73%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

Business & Employment Statistics


ZIP Code 78617 supports both business and residential activity. According to the Business Census (2023), there are 258 business establishments, employing about 2,472 people with an annual payroll of $128,216,000. USPS data shows 10,291 residential mailboxes and 278 business mailboxes, reflecting local delivery coverage.

# Residential Mailboxes:10,291Source: USPS
# Business Mailboxes:278Source: USPS
Total Delivery Receptacles:12,786Source: USPS
Single Family Delivery Units:2,558Source: USPS
Multi Family Delivery Units:836Source: USPS
# of Businesses:258Source: CBP
1st Quarter Payroll:$30,317,000Source: CBP
Annual Payroll:$128,216,000Source: CBP
# of Employees:2,472Source: CBP

Geography, Land Area, & Statistical Classifications


ZIP Code 78617 is located in Travis County, Texas, within the Austin-Round Rock-San Marcos, TX Metropolitan Statistical Area (CBSA 12420) and Texas's 27th and 35th Congressional Districts. This Metro area has a population of 2,357,497 people, about 1.22% of whom live in ZIP Code 78617. It covers 64.038 sq mi of land and a water area of 0.444 sq mi.

CBSA Name:Austin-Round Rock-San Marcos, TXSource: Census
CBSA Number:12420Source: Census
CBSA Type:MetroSource: Census
CBSA Division:--Source: Census
CBSA Population:2,357,497Source: Census
MSA:Austin-San Marcos, TX MSASource: Census
Land Area:64.038 sq miSource: Census
Water Area:0.444 sq miSource: Census
Congressional District:27,35Source: USPS
Congressional Land Area:9128.25, 593.77 sq miSource: Census
PMSA:--Source: Census
Intro Date:< 2004-10Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Place FIPS Code:--Source: Census
Place Name:--Source: Census

Adjacent & Nearby ZIP Codes


78618 | | 78616

Schools in ZIP Code 78617


ZIP Code 78617 is in the Del Valle 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.

Del Valle H S 5201 Ross Rd
Del Valle, TX 78617
District: Del Valle Independent School District
Del Valle Middle 5500 Ross Rd
Del Valle, TX 78617
District: Del Valle Independent School District
Popham El 7014 Elroy Rd
Del Valle, TX 78617
District: Del Valle Independent School District
Del Valle El 5400 Ross Rd
Del Valle, TX 78617
District: Del Valle Independent School District
Del Valle Opportunity Ctr 5301 Ross Road B
Del Valle, TX 78617
District: Del Valle Independent School District
City School 1844 Teri Rd
Austin, TX 78744
District: Private SchoolNearby
Los Amiguitos 3701 E Mlk Blvd # B
Austin, TX 78721
District: Private SchoolNearby
St Ignatius Martyr Catholic School 120 W Oltorf St
Austin, TX 78704
District: Private SchoolNearby

Colleges & Post Secondary Schools near ZIP Code 78617


Academy Of Hair Design - Austin 2015 East Riverside Drive
Austin, TX 78741-1338
Type: Post Secondary
Avenue Five Institute-South Austin Campus 500 E Ben White Boulevard Bld E Ste 100
Austin, TX 78704-3259
Type: Post Secondary
Nuvani Institute-North Campus 14005 North US Hwy 183 Ste 1200
Austin, TX 78717-5865
Type: Post Secondary
Nuvani Institute-South Campus 801 William Cannon Ste 115
Austin, TX 78745-5865
Type: Post Secondary
Huston-Tillotson University 900 Chicon St
Austin, TX 78702-2795
Type: Post Secondary
Saint Edward's University 3001 S Congress Ave
Austin, TX 78704-6489
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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