ZIP Code 78644 in Lockhart, TX

Data Last Updated: October 1, 2025
City:Lockhart, Texas
Names to Avoid:
Mendoza, Seawillow
County:Caldwell County
Timezone:Central (GMT -06:00)
Local Time:8:12:09 PM
Population:20,813 [See All]
Area Codes:512 / 737
Classification:Standard [Normal Street Delivery]
Coordinates:29.8892, -97.6668
Land Area:179.924 sq mi
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Population & Demographics


ZIP Code 78644 has 20,813 residents and 6,853 households (average 2.81 persons per household). The median age is 37.9 years, slightly older than the state (35.6) and about the same as the nation (38.8). The gender split is 46.7% male and 53.3% female, which is slightly lower than the state male share (49.4%), making this a female-majority area. Largest groups are White (54.1%, much lower than the national average of 61.6%) and Hispanic or Latino (52.5%); Hispanic or Latino residents make up 52.5%, which is much higher than the national average (18.7%), and Other / Two or More Races share is much higher than the national average (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:20,813Source: Census DHC
2023 ACS Population Estimate:20,599Source: Census ACS
2025 ZC Population Estimate:25,295Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Population Density:115.7 people per sq mile
Average Income:$72,155Source: Census ACS
Households:6,853Source: Census DHC
Average House Value:$242,900Source: Census ACS
Persons Per Household:2.81Source: Census DHC
Average Family Size:3.19Source: Census ACS

Population Over Time (with 2010 & 2020 Census Benchmarks)


Group20102011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Census ACS Population Estimate--16,77216,82017,54217,27618,28218,55818,28718,27418,39017,67520,11920,08820,599
Decennial Census17,081------------------20,813------
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: 37.9

Male Median Age: 36.3

Female Median Age: 39.3

Group< 55-910-1415-1920-2425-2930-3435-3940-4445-4950-5455-5960-6465-6970-7475-7980-8485+
Male644640846785595587608650528598589553576571450241149102
Female603656768707588678819866785767666688682572471312225248
Total1,2471,2961,6141,4921,1831,2651,4271,5161,3131,3651,2551,2411,2581,143921553374350
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Population by Race


White:11,26740.64%
Black:1,1454.13%
Hispanic:*10,93439.44%
Asian:1240.45%
American Indian:1940.70%
Hawaiian:120.04%
Other:4,04914.60%
Total:27,725100%
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:9,71246.66%36.3 years
Females:11,10153.34%39.3 years
Total:20,813100%37.9 years
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Nativity & Citizenship


Native, born in the United States:18,30088.84%
Native, born in PR, Island Areas, or abroad:5082.47%
Foreign born, naturalized U.S. citizen:6423.12%
Foreign born, not a U.S. citizen:1,1498.69%
Total Population:20,599100%
Total Native Population:18,80891.31%
Total Foreign-born Population:1,7918.69%
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 $72,155, which is considerably lower than the national median ($78,538), is up $27,438 (61.4%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $14,518. Family households earn a median of $83,584 versus $39,276 for nonfamily households (a difference of $44,308). By gender, male median income is $52,905 and female is $41,215, which is considerably lower than the national female median ($53,445), with a current gap of $11,690 that has widened from 2011 to 2023. The labor-force participation rate is 54.9%, which is markedly below the state rate (65.3%). The unemployment rate is 1.3%, which is much lower than the national rate (5.2%). The largest occupation group is Management (34.0%).

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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$44,717$43,936$46,967$51,533$50,481$53,080$58,005$57,135$57,637$62,811$67,134$70,496$72,155
Median Family Income$53,359$52,356$59,770$62,262$56,325$60,696$67,021$67,611$69,032$71,727$75,053$79,850$83,584
Median NonFamily Income$24,427$26,479$27,738$29,792$33,199$34,449$34,095$40,254$36,105$36,522$43,336$37,185$39,276
Median Male Income$40,970$40,997$40,735$40,061$40,097$40,493$40,533$43,395$43,832$44,039$50,333$52,909$52,905
Median Female Income$32,796$33,750$32,516$33,632$33,004$32,610$33,231$36,949$37,189$36,402$41,286$39,490$41,215
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:8,98454.18%
Unemployed:1180.71%
Not In Labor Force:7,47945.11%
Total:16,581100%
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:3,05834.04%
Service:1,40615.65%
Sales and Office:2,22224.73%
Natural resources, construction, and maintenance:1,21613.54%
Production, transportation, and material moving:1,08212.04%
Total Civilian Employed Population:8,984100%
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 $242,900, which is well under the national median ($303,400), is up $125,800 (107.43%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $101,900. The median gross rent is $1,162, which is well under the national median ($1,348), is up $374 (47.46%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $201. Of occupied housing, owners make up 71.81% (51.41% with a mortgage, 48.59% free-and-clear) and renters 28.19% - making this ZIP Code more home ownership than the state and under national rental averages. The vacancy rate is 7.81%, which is much lower than 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$117,100$117,200$119,000$120,200$123,800$125,300$132,900$140,200$141,000$153,400$184,500$214,500$242,900
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Gross Rent Paid


Less than $500:442.21%
$500 to $999:48024.11%
$1,000 to $1,499:95047.71%
$1,500 to $1,999:23811.95%
$2,000 to $2,499:663.31%
$2,500 to $2,999:00.00%
$3,000 or more:00.00%
No Rent:21310.70%
Total:1,991100%
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$788$818$792$816$834$847$860$963$961$998$1,059$1,133$1,162
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Housing Occupancy


Owner Occupied (with mortgage):2,60736.92%
Owner Occupied (free and clear, no mortgage):2,46434.89%
Renter Occupied:1,99128.19%
Total Occupied Housing Units:7,062100%

Occupied Housing Units:7,06292.19%
Vacant Housing Units (not graphed):5987.81%
Total Housing Units:7,660100%
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:5,23468.33%
Multi-Family Units:1,19315.57%
Other Units:1,23316.10%
Total Housing Units:7,660100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Education, Health & Community


In 2023, 19.10% 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 86.70%, which is falls below the national rate (89.40%). The uninsured rate is 16.30%, which is far higher than the national rate (8.60%). The share of people in poverty is 8.60%, which is on par with the state rate (10.50%), down 4.20 percentage points since 2011 and below its 2019 pre-pandemic level by 1.90 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 (47.08%). College enrollment is 23.21%, which is comparable to the national rate (26.70%), 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:6374.53%
9th to 12th grade, no diploma:1,2338.76%
High school graduate (includes equivalency):5,91742.05%
Some college, no degree:2,95821.02%
Associate's degree:6464.59%
Bachelor's degree:1,96613.97%
Graduate or professional degree:7155.08%
Total:14,072100%
High school or higher:12,20286.71%
Bachelor's degree or higher:2,68119.05%
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:11,70454.78%
Public Insurance:6,58430.81%
No Insurance:3,07914.41%
Total:21,367100%
Has Health Insurance:18,28885.59%
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 Poverty12.8%11.2%8.0%8.5%8.9%7.7%7.1%10.0%10.5%9.1%7.2%9.6%8.6%
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:1964.06%
Kindergarten:2655.50%
Elementary school (grades 1-8):2,27047.08%
High school (grades 9-12):97220.16%
College or graduate school:1,11923.21%
Total:4,822100%
Early Childhood:4619.56%
K-12 (Primary & Secondary School):3,50772.73%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

Business & Employment Statistics


ZIP Code 78644 supports both business and residential activity. According to the Business Census (2023), there are 407 business establishments, employing about 4,373 people with an annual payroll of $204,593,000. USPS data shows 9,002 residential mailboxes and 548 business mailboxes, reflecting local delivery coverage.

# Residential Mailboxes:9,002Source: USPS
# Business Mailboxes:548Source: USPS
Total Delivery Receptacles:10,363Source: USPS
Single Family Delivery Units:5,002Source: USPS
Multi Family Delivery Units:757Source: USPS
# of Businesses:407Source: CBP
1st Quarter Payroll:$50,810,000Source: CBP
Annual Payroll:$204,593,000Source: CBP
# of Employees:4,373Source: CBP

Geography, Land Area, & Statistical Classifications


ZIP Code 78644 is located in Caldwell County, Texas, within the Austin-Round Rock-San Marcos, TX Metropolitan Statistical Area (CBSA 12420) and Texas's 27th Congressional District. This Metro area has a population of 2,357,497 people, about 0.88% of whom live in ZIP Code 78644. It covers 179.924 sq mi of land and a water area of 0.784 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:179.924 sq miSource: Census
Water Area:0.784 sq miSource: Census
Congressional District:27Source: USPS
Congressional Land Area:9128.25 sq miSource: Census
PMSA:--Source: Census
Intro Date:< 2004-10Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Place FIPS Code:4843240Source: Census
Place Name:Lockhart city; TexasSource: Census

Adjacent & Nearby ZIP Codes


78645 | | 78643

Schools in ZIP Code 78644


ZIP Code 78644 is in the Lockhart Independent School District, which serves grades Pre-Kindergarten thru 12th. There are 10 public schools and 1 private school(s) in this ZIP Code. It also has 6 colleges, universities or post secondary education institutions nearby which would be a short commute to.

The Excel Center For Adults - Lockhart 1400 E Mlk Industrial Blvd
Lockhart, TX 78644
Pegasus School 896 Robin Ranch Rd Bldg 9
Lockhart, TX 78644
Lockhart H S 1 Lion Country Dr
Lockhart, TX 78644
District: Lockhart Independent School District
Navarro El 715 Medina St
Lockhart, TX 78644
District: Lockhart Independent School District
George W Carver Early Education Center 371 Carver
Lockhart, TX 78644
District: Lockhart Independent School District
Clear Fork El 1102 Clear Fork St
Lockhart, TX 78644
District: Lockhart Independent School District
Plum Creek El 710 Flores St
Lockhart, TX 78644
District: Lockhart Independent School District
Lockhart J H 500 City Line Rd
Lockhart, TX 78644
District: Lockhart Independent School District
Bluebonnet El 211 S Mockingbird Ln
Lockhart, TX 78644
District: Lockhart Independent School District
Lockhart Pride H S 500 N Pecos
Lockhart, TX 78644
District: Lockhart Independent School District
The Gospel Lighthouse Christian Academy 2000 W San Antonio St
Lockhart, TX 78644
District: Private School

Colleges & Post Secondary Schools near ZIP Code 78644


Total Transformation Institute Of Cosmetology 907 Highway 80
San Marcos, TX 78666-8115
Type: Post Secondary
Texas State University 601 University Dr
San Marcos, TX 78666
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
Avenue Five Institute-South Austin Campus 500 E Ben White Boulevard Bld E Ste 100
Austin, TX 78704-3259
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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