ZIP Code 78745 in Austin, TX

Data Last Updated: October 1, 2025
City:Austin, Texas
City Alias:Sunset Valley
County:Travis County
Timezone:Central (GMT -06:00)
Local Time:8:14:31 PM
Population:59,843 [See All]
Area Code:512
Classification:Standard [Normal Street Delivery]
Coordinates:30.2007, -97.7971
Land Area:13.736 sq mi
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Population & Demographics


ZIP Code 78745 has 59,843 residents and 27,158 households (average 2.13 persons per household). The median age is 35.6 years, about the same as the state (35.6) and younger than the nation (38.8). The gender split is 50.1% male and 49.9% female, which is about the same as the national male share (49.1%). Largest groups are White (60.6%, much higher than the state average of 50.1%) and Hispanic or Latino (37.2%); Hispanic or Latino residents make up 37.2%, which is much higher than the national average (18.7%).

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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:59,843Source: Census DHC
2023 ACS Population Estimate:61,122Source: Census ACS
2025 ZC Population Estimate:68,839Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Population Density:4,356.7 people per sq mile
Average Income:$84,529Source: Census ACS
Households:27,158Source: Census DHC
Average House Value:$459,100Source: Census ACS
Persons Per Household:2.13Source: Census DHC
Average Family Size:3.68Source: Census ACS

Population Over Time (with 2010 & 2020 Census Benchmarks)


Group20102011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Census ACS Population Estimate--55,01054,91757,55958,87859,75861,31762,22062,77161,90763,28762,27761,32261,122
Decennial Census55,614------------------59,843------
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: 35.6

Male Median Age: 35.4

Female Median Age: 35.8

Group< 55-910-1415-1920-2425-2930-3435-3940-4445-4950-5455-5960-6465-6970-7475-7980-8485+
Male1,5001,1991,2191,1261,9513,7393,9453,1992,4351,9601,5751,5621,3921,205906526249267
Female1,4061,2361,0521,1702,1083,8003,6112,7942,0761,7341,5701,5781,5201,4351,123714502459
Total2,9062,4352,2712,2964,0597,5397,5565,9934,5113,6943,1453,1402,9122,6402,0291,240751726
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Population by Race


White:36,23551.05%
Black:2,8133.96%
Hispanic:*22,26731.37%
Asian:1,8922.67%
American Indian:6130.86%
Hawaiian:530.07%
Other:7,10410.01%
Total:70,977100%
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:29,95550.06%35.4 years
Females:29,88849.94%35.8 years
Total:59,843100%35.6 years
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Nativity & Citizenship


Native, born in the United States:52,35185.65%
Native, born in PR, Island Areas, or abroad:1,8192.98%
Foreign born, naturalized U.S. citizen:3,0084.92%
Foreign born, not a U.S. citizen:3,94411.37%
Total Population:61,122100%
Total Native Population:54,17088.63%
Total Foreign-born Population:6,95211.37%
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 $84,529, which is far above the state median ($76,292), is up $36,500 (76.0%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $19,903. Family households earn a median of $110,491 versus $69,653 for nonfamily households (a difference of $40,838). By gender, male median income is $71,358 and female is $60,667, which is markedly greater than the state female median ($49,838), with a current gap of $10,691 that has widened from 2011 to 2023. The labor-force participation rate is 74.8%, which is markedly above the national rate (63.5%). The unemployment rate is 2.6%, which is considerably lower than the national rate (5.2%). The largest occupation group is Management (55.2%).

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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$48,029$49,243$50,672$52,949$55,365$56,778$60,567$62,265$64,626$68,669$72,439$80,437$84,529
Median Family Income$59,040$60,141$60,634$61,827$65,086$64,273$68,720$72,946$76,451$86,973$91,361$102,761$110,491
Median NonFamily Income$39,121$41,406$41,900$42,958$45,704$46,891$51,268$52,759$56,088$56,926$59,888$65,624$69,653
Median Male Income$38,205$39,941$40,547$40,982$42,167$43,182$44,721$46,407$48,346$52,207$56,606$63,874$71,358
Median Female Income$37,124$38,675$38,726$40,235$38,845$40,028$40,379$41,653$45,265$47,087$51,151$58,129$60,667
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:38,33172.82%
Unemployed:1,0271.95%
Not In Labor Force:13,28125.23%
Total:52,639100%
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:21,15955.20%
Service:4,48311.70%
Sales and Office:7,27618.98%
Natural resources, construction, and maintenance:1,9815.17%
Production, transportation, and material moving:3,4328.95%
Total Civilian Employed Population:38,331100%
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 $459,100, which is considerably higher than the state median ($260,400), is up $299,300 (187.30%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $179,600. The median gross rent is $1,655, which is far above the state median ($1,339), is up $697 (72.76%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $318. Of occupied housing, owners make up 48.67% (68.41% with a mortgage, 31.59% free-and-clear) and renters 51.33% - making this ZIP Code less home ownership than the state and higher than national rental averages. The vacancy rate is 4.44%, which is considerably 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$159,800$166,200$170,200$174,600$183,900$204,500$229,200$255,200$279,500$307,700$339,100$398,200$459,100
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Gross Rent Paid


Less than $500:6364.15%
$500 to $999:6744.40%
$1,000 to $1,499:4,50929.42%
$1,500 to $1,999:5,61736.65%
$2,000 to $2,499:2,53216.52%
$2,500 to $2,999:8375.46%
$3,000 or more:3112.03%
No Rent:2111.38%
Total:15,327100%
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$958$990$1,020$1,058$1,092$1,140$1,218$1,293$1,337$1,373$1,435$1,603$1,655
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Housing Occupancy


Owner Occupied (with mortgage):9,94233.30%
Owner Occupied (free and clear, no mortgage):4,59115.38%
Renter Occupied:15,32751.33%
Total Occupied Housing Units:29,860100%

Occupied Housing Units:29,86095.56%
Vacant Housing Units (not graphed):1,3864.44%
Total Housing Units:31,246100%
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:19,20461.46%
Multi-Family Units:11,58237.07%
Other Units:4601.47%
Total Housing Units:31,246100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Education, Health & Community


In 2023, 53.90% 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 92.90%, which is markedly above the state rate (85.70%). The uninsured rate is 14.70%, which is far higher than the national rate (8.60%). Public coverage is 20.70%, which is falls below the national rate (36.30%). The share of people in poverty is 6.20%, which is markedly below the state rate (10.50%), down 5.60 percentage points since 2011 and below its 2019 pre-pandemic level by 1.70 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 (36.44%). College enrollment is 31.12%, 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:2,1304.41%
9th to 12th grade, no diploma:1,2962.68%
High school graduate (includes equivalency):8,07516.72%
Some college, no degree:8,16016.90%
Associate's degree:2,5845.35%
Bachelor's degree:18,42938.17%
Graduate or professional degree:7,61315.77%
Total:48,287100%
High school or higher:44,86192.90%
Bachelor's degree or higher:26,04253.93%
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:45,12167.66%
Public Insurance:12,61818.92%
No Insurance:8,94713.42%
Total:66,686100%
Has Health Insurance:57,73986.58%
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%12.1%13.0%11.8%9.7%9.3%8.2%8.0%7.9%7.9%8.7%7.2%6.2%
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:95610.09%
Kindergarten:4414.65%
Elementary school (grades 1-8):3,45336.44%
High school (grades 9-12):1,67717.70%
College or graduate school:2,94931.12%
Total:9,476100%
Early Childhood:1,39714.74%
K-12 (Primary & Secondary School):5,57158.79%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

Business & Employment Statistics


ZIP Code 78745 supports both business and residential activity. According to the Business Census (2023), there are 1,747 business establishments, employing about 22,800 people with an annual payroll of $1,223,432,000. USPS data shows 32,319 residential mailboxes and 1,772 business mailboxes, reflecting local delivery coverage.

# Residential Mailboxes:32,319Source: USPS
# Business Mailboxes:1,772Source: USPS
Total Delivery Receptacles:44,287Source: USPS
Single Family Delivery Units:13,543Source: USPS
Multi Family Delivery Units:12,009Source: USPS
# of Businesses:1,747Source: CBP
1st Quarter Payroll:$294,886,000Source: CBP
Annual Payroll:$1,223,432,000Source: CBP
# of Employees:22,800Source: CBP

Geography, Land Area, & Statistical Classifications


ZIP Code 78745 is located in Travis County, Texas, within the Austin-Round Rock-San Marcos, TX Metropolitan Statistical Area (CBSA 12420) and Texas's 37th Congressional District. This Metro area has a population of 2,357,497 people, about 2.54% of whom live in ZIP Code 78745. It covers 13.736 sq mi of land and a water area of 0 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:13.736 sq miSource: Census
Water Area:--Source: Census
Congressional District:37Source: USPS
Congressional Land Area: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


78746 | | 78744

Schools in ZIP Code 78745


ZIP Code 78745 is in the Austin Independent School District, which serves grades Pre-Kindergarten thru 12th. There are 12 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.

Valor South Austin 220 Foremost Dr
Austin, TX 78745
Wayside Eden Park Academy 6215 Menchaca Rd
Austin, TX 78745
Tnc Campus (Texas Neurorehabilitation Center) 1106 W Dittmar Rd
Austin, TX 78745
Austin Oaks 1407 W Stassney Ln
Austin, TX 78745
Joslin El 4500 Menchaca Rd
Austin, TX 78745
District: Austin Independent School District
Bedichek Middle 6800 Bill Hughes Rd
Austin, TX 78745
District: Austin Independent School District
Crockett Echs 5601 Manchaca Rd
Austin, TX 78745
District: Austin Independent School District
Cunningham El 2200 Berkeley Ave
Austin, TX 78745
District: Austin Independent School District
Odom El 1010 Turtle Creek Blvd
Austin, TX 78745
District: Austin Independent School District
Pleasant Hill El 6405 Cir S Rd
Austin, TX 78745
District: Austin Independent School District
St Elmo El 600 W St Elmo Rd
Austin, TX 78745
District: Austin Independent School District
Sunset Valley El 3000 Jones Rd
Austin, TX 78745
District: Austin Independent School District
Austin Montessori School Inc 5006 Sunset Trl
Austin, TX 78745
District: Private School
Mariposa Montessori School 3338 Palsano Trl.
Austin, TX 78745
District: Private School

Colleges & Post Secondary Schools near ZIP Code 78745


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
Aoma Graduate School Of Integrative Medicine 4701 Westgate Blvd
Austin, TX 78745
Type: Post Secondary
Southern Careers Institute-Austin 1701 W Ben White Blvd, Ste 100
Austin, TX 78744
Type: Post Secondary
Texas Health And Science University 4005 Menchaca Rd
Austin, TX 78704
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

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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