ZIP 77036 — Economy & Jobs

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2019–2023 5-Year Estimates. Page data updated 2026-08-02.

Working ClassLarge CommunityLow Snow Area

Income, employment, industries, and economic trends

Income & Economy in Houston city, TX (77036)

Median Income

$43,853

*Adjusted for inflation (2023 dollars)

IRS Net Migration

+3,351

Wealth inflow

Population

71,036

Unemployment

5.8%

2.1pp above US avg

IRS migration statistics show a net inflow of about 3,351 for ZIP 77036 (Houston city, TX) on US5’s published series — a signal of people/tax filers moving in relative to those leaving. Inflows often track job growth, housing demand, or lifestyle migration; treat the figure as a directional indicator rather than a precise headcount.

Economic Indicators

Unemployment

5.8%+58% vs US avg

Self-Employed

1.1%-83% vs US avg

SNAP Benefits

23.1%+98% vs US avg

2,673

Establishments

33,554

Employees

~13 per establishment — small businesses dominate

Construction

Top Industry

Economic Distributions

Census ACS 5-Year (P0): occupation, industry, household income brackets.

Occupation

Industry

Agriculture, forestry, mining1.3%
Construction23.0%
Manufacturing5.4%
Wholesale trade2.7%
Retail trade11.0%
Transportation, utilities4.3%
Information0.8%
Finance, insurance, real estate2.9%
Professional, scientific, management16.9%
Education, health care, social10.1%
Arts, entertainment, food services13.6%
Other services7.0%
Public administration1.1%

Household Income

Historical Trends in 77036 (2020–Present)

Since 2020, population grew 2.7%, median income rose 4.1% (inflation-adjusted), home values increased 10.8%.

Median Income

$43,853

-42% vs US avg

Unemployment Rate