ZIP Code 78734 in Austin, TX

Data Last Updated: October 1, 2025
City:Austin, Texas
City Alias:Bee Cave, Bee Caves, Lakeway
Names to Avoid:
Hudson Bend
County:Travis County
Timezone:Central (GMT -06:00)
Local Time:8:14:14 PM
Population:22,963 [See All]
Area Code:512
Classification:Standard [Normal Street Delivery]
Coordinates:30.3822, -97.9564
Land Area:18.936 sq mi
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Population & Demographics


ZIP Code 78734 has 22,963 residents and 9,435 households (average 2.41 persons per household). The median age is 46.9 years, significantly older than the state (35.6) and significantly older than the nation (38.8). The gender split is 49.5% male and 50.5% female, which is about the same as the national male share (49.1%), making this a female-majority area. Largest groups are White (76.8%, much higher than the state average of 50.1% and well above the national average of 61.6%) and Hispanic or Latino (17.5%); Hispanic or Latino residents make up 17.5%, 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:22,963Source: Census DHC
2023 ACS Population Estimate:22,091Source: Census ACS
2025 ZC Population Estimate:26,030Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Population Density:1,212.7 people per sq mile
Average Income:$129,116Source: Census ACS
Households:9,435Source: Census DHC
Average House Value:$626,100Source: Census ACS
Persons Per Household:2.41Source: Census DHC
Average Family Size:2.70Source: Census ACS

Population Over Time (with 2010 & 2020 Census Benchmarks)


Group20102011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Census ACS Population Estimate--16,72917,82418,29018,49818,94818,99718,72218,74519,45219,71121,62521,68522,091
Decennial Census17,655------------------22,963------
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: 46.9

Male Median Age: 45.8

Female Median Age: 48.1

Group< 55-910-1415-1920-2425-2930-3435-3940-4445-4950-5455-5960-6465-6970-7475-7980-8485+
Male520635770748491444529714686882785834958802744447195175
Female438579718674427422562738740856931916908873793462235332
Total9581,2141,4881,4229188661,0911,4521,4261,7381,7161,7501,8661,6751,537909430507
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Population by Race


White:17,64272.63%
Black:2921.20%
Hispanic:*4,02816.58%
Asian:7753.19%
American Indian:2070.85%
Hawaiian:180.07%
Other:1,3285.47%
Total:24,290100%
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:11,35949.47%45.8 years
Females:11,60450.53%48.1 years
Total:22,963100%46.9 years
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Nativity & Citizenship


Native, born in the United States:18,90485.57%
Native, born in PR, Island Areas, or abroad:2861.29%
Foreign born, naturalized U.S. citizen:1,3756.22%
Foreign born, not a U.S. citizen:1,52613.13%
Total Population:22,091100%
Total Native Population:19,19086.87%
Total Foreign-born Population:2,90113.13%
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 $129,116, which is far above the state median ($76,292), is up $43,883 (51.5%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $11,512. Family households earn a median of $158,534 versus $76,477 for nonfamily households (a difference of $82,057). By gender, male median income is $108,147 and female is $88,500, which is much higher than the state female median ($49,838), with a current gap of $19,647 that has widened from 2011 to 2023. The labor-force participation rate is 60.5%, which is below the state rate (65.3%). The unemployment rate is 3.4%, which is below the national rate (5.2%). The largest occupation group is Management (55.8%).

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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$85,233$82,904$87,300$92,904$95,539$98,019$107,827$115,458$117,604$114,709$116,955$125,074$129,116
Median Family Income$99,688$98,424$102,791$107,569$110,223$121,567$130,000$135,017$138,081$135,234$142,649$153,222$158,534
Median NonFamily Income$45,438$44,008$44,368$46,372$45,201$46,887$50,000$63,647$65,370$66,783$71,215$73,844$76,477
Median Male Income$69,583$73,333$78,588$85,524$90,233$91,613$101,667$102,404$104,726$107,292$108,364$112,027$108,147
Median Female Income$50,488$52,480$51,681$52,225$52,124$57,400$56,399$67,883$68,846$72,397$75,299$86,799$88,500
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:10,85558.48%
Unemployed:3782.04%
Not In Labor Force:7,33039.49%
Total:18,563100%
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:6,05855.81%
Service:1,33512.30%
Sales and Office:2,45822.64%
Natural resources, construction, and maintenance:5204.79%
Production, transportation, and material moving:4844.46%
Total Civilian Employed Population:10,855100%
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 $626,100, which is markedly greater than the state median ($260,400), is up $303,600 (94.14%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $204,800. The median gross rent is $1,930, which is markedly greater than the state median ($1,339), is up $633 (48.80%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $110. Of occupied housing, owners make up 81.79% (59.06% with a mortgage, 40.94% free-and-clear) and renters 18.21% - making this ZIP Code more home ownership than the state and under national rental averages. The vacancy rate is 10.09%, which is far 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$322,500$321,700$326,900$325,000$340,800$352,300$377,400$406,800$421,300$436,800$467,100$571,100$626,100
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Gross Rent Paid


Less than $500:00.00%
$500 to $999:1629.09%
$1,000 to $1,499:26614.93%
$1,500 to $1,999:48126.99%
$2,000 to $2,499:22112.40%
$2,500 to $2,999:22812.79%
$3,000 or more:32518.24%
No Rent:995.56%
Total:1,782100%
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$1,297$1,311$1,300$1,328$1,564$1,495$1,715$1,759$1,820$1,700$1,828$1,933$1,930
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Housing Occupancy


Owner Occupied (with mortgage):4,72848.31%
Owner Occupied (free and clear, no mortgage):3,27733.48%
Renter Occupied:1,78218.21%
Total Occupied Housing Units:9,787100%

Occupied Housing Units:9,78789.91%
Vacant Housing Units (not graphed):1,09810.09%
Total Housing Units:10,885100%
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:9,04983.13%
Multi-Family Units:1,18210.86%
Other Units:6546.01%
Total Housing Units:10,885100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Education, Health & Community


In 2023, 58.90% of adults (25+) have a bachelor's degree or higher, which is markedly above the state rate (33.10%), well above both the state and national averages. High school or higher is 94.30%, which is markedly above the state rate (85.70%). The uninsured rate is 9.00%, which is generally lower than the state rate (17.40%). The share of people in poverty is 5.30%, which is markedly below the state rate (10.50%), up 0.20 percentage points since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by 2.80 percentage points. Poverty has been broadly stable, which may reflect structural barriers or offsetting gains and setbacks. Among residents ages 3+, the largest enrollment group is elementary (39.52%). College enrollment is 15.83%, 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:5693.33%
9th to 12th grade, no diploma:4112.41%
High school graduate (includes equivalency):2,06212.07%
Some college, no degree:3,11118.21%
Associate's degree:8665.07%
Bachelor's degree:6,53338.25%
Graduate or professional degree:3,52820.66%
Total:17,080100%
High school or higher:16,10094.26%
Bachelor's degree or higher:10,06158.91%
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:17,14966.50%
Public Insurance:6,67425.88%
No Insurance:1,9667.62%
Total:25,789100%
Has Health Insurance:23,82392.38%
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 Poverty5.1%7.3%6.1%6.8%5.2%4.9%3.6%3.9%2.5%4.1%5.7%5.1%5.3%
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:2786.59%
Kindergarten:2576.09%
Elementary school (grades 1-8):1,66839.52%
High school (grades 9-12):1,35031.98%
College or graduate school:66815.83%
Total:4,221100%
Early Childhood:53512.67%
K-12 (Primary & Secondary School):3,27577.59%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

Business & Employment Statistics


ZIP Code 78734 supports both business and residential activity. According to the Business Census (2023), there are 1,003 business establishments, employing about 7,582 people with an annual payroll of $418,669,000. USPS data shows 10,801 residential mailboxes and 830 business mailboxes, reflecting local delivery coverage.

# Residential Mailboxes:10,801Source: USPS
# Business Mailboxes:830Source: USPS
Total Delivery Receptacles:13,305Source: USPS
Single Family Delivery Units:7,550Source: USPS
Multi Family Delivery Units:742Source: USPS
# of Businesses:1,003Source: CBP
1st Quarter Payroll:$96,439,000Source: CBP
Annual Payroll:$418,669,000Source: CBP
# of Employees:7,582Source: CBP

Geography, Land Area, & Statistical Classifications


ZIP Code 78734 is located in Travis County, Texas, within the Austin-Round Rock-San Marcos, TX Metropolitan Statistical Area (CBSA 12420) and Texas's 10th and 37th Congressional Districts. This Metro area has a population of 2,357,497 people, about 0.97% of whom live in ZIP Code 78734. It covers 18.936 sq mi of land and a water area of 4.261 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:18.936 sq miSource: Census
Water Area:4.261 sq miSource: Census
Congressional District:10,37Source: USPS
Congressional Land Area:5070.95, 0 sq miSource: Census
PMSA:--Source: Census
Intro Date:< 2004-10Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Place FIPS Code:4805000Source: Census
Place Name:Austin city; TexasSource: Census

Adjacent & Nearby ZIP Codes


78735 | | 78733

Schools in ZIP Code 78734


ZIP Code 78734 is in the Lake Travis Independent School District, which serves grades Pre-Kindergarten thru 12th. There are 3 public schools and 2 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.

Lakeway El 1701 Lohmans Crossing Rd
Austin, TX 78734
District: Lake Travis Independent School District
Lake Travis El 15303 Kollmeyer
Austin, TX 78734
District: Lake Travis Independent School District
Hudson Bend Middle 15600 Lariat Trl
Austin, TX 78734
District: Lake Travis Independent School District
The Magnolia School 2903 Ranch Rd 620 N
Austin, TX 78734
District: Private School
Bluebonnet Montessori School Of Lakeway 15099 Debba Dr
Austin, TX 78734
District: Private School

Colleges & Post Secondary Schools near ZIP Code 78734


The Recording Conservatory Of Austin 4615 City Park Road
Austin, TX 78730-3004
Type: Post Secondary
Concordia University Texas 11400 Concordia University Drive
Austin, TX 78726
Type: Post Secondary
Gemini School Of Visual Arts & Communication 12325 Hymeadow Drive, Suite 3-100
Austin, TX 78750-1861
Type: Post Secondary
Ann Webb Skin Institute 11701 Jollyville Road
Austin, TX 78759-3936
Type: Post Secondary
Paul Mitchell The School-Austin 9503 Research Blvd Building 3 Suite 310
Austin, TX 78759
Type: Post Secondary
Strayer University-Texas 8501 N. Mopac Expressway
Austin, TX 78759
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]
    • U.S. Census American National Standards Institute (ANSI) [Updated: As Released]
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  5. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services [Updated: Annually, As Released], https://www.cms.gov
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