ZIP Code 77012

In ZIP code 77012, within Houston, households earn a median of $45,025, while per-capita income stands at $21,320. A median home value of $162,200 pairs with a county property tax rate of 1.62%, which translates into a meaningful annual cost on that price. Add the combined sales tax of 8.25%, and everyday purchases carry a noticeable premium. Together, these figures sketch a cost picture where housing and consumption taxes both pull on a below-average income, so budgeting here depends heavily on how much is spent locally versus set aside for ownership costs.