Dallas, TX · standard
ZIP Code 75218
Dallas County, Texas - Census ACS demographics, housing tenure, and business patterns, benchmarked against every US ZIP.
- 21,665
- 1,197/sq mi High-density area
- $107,366
- Median income Above-median income area
- $521,000
- Median home value Above-median home value
- 62.1%
- Bachelor's or higher Above-average bachelor's attainment
National ZIP placement
Dallas pairs an upper-quartile household income with upper-quartile home values, in a low-density, homeowner-dominated area.
- Top 15%
- household income, US ZIPs
- Top 12%
- home value, US ZIPs
- 1,197
- people per sq mi
- 64%
- owner-occupied homes
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year Estimates (2019–2023). Percentiles rank ZIP 75218 against every reporting US ZIP.
FHFA HPI release change
What changed in the latest House Price Index year
- FHFA House Price Index values in ZIP 75218 (Dallas, TX) rose +2.3% from 2023 to 2024. The all-transactions index moved from 375.4 in 2023 to 384.0 in 2024 (2000 = 100).
ZIP code 75218 is a densely settled ZIP (a standard USPS delivery area) in Dallas, Dallas County, Texas, with 21,665 residents across 18.1 square miles, a density of 1,197 people per square mile, in the Chicago time zone.
ZIP 75218 lands in the middle-income range, with a median household income of $107,366 (42% above the average Texas ZIP), while per-capita income is $70,107. Both reported hardship measures are comparatively low in absolute terms: poverty is 7.3% and unemployment is 2.3%. Housing is both higher-cost and owner-heavy: median home value is $521,000 (110% above the average Texas ZIP), while 64.3% of occupied homes are owner-occupied and median rent is $1,702.
This is a highly-educated ZIP: 62.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, the median age is 41.1, and the average commute is 26 minutes. The page also surfaces 10 ZIP codes within roughly 10 miles and 6 more in Dallas County, so 75218 can be compared with both its immediate and county-level context.
Every figure on this page is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates (including median rent) and the FHFA House Price Index, no estimates, no proprietary scoring. Verify with Census →
Top industries in ZIP 75218
Top 5 sectors by establishment count in Dallas, TX
Which industries have the most business establishments in ZIP 75218.
- Health care and social assistance
Health care and social assistance
116 establishments
- Professional, scientific, and technical services
Professional, scientific, and technical services
91 establishments
- Other services (except public administration)
Other services (except public administration)
82 establishments
- Retail trade
Retail trade
76 establishments
- Accommodation and food services
Accommodation and food services
75 establishments
What this shows Establishment counts come from the Census ZIP Code Business Patterns program, which counts physical business locations rather than employees or revenue.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates + ZIP Code Business Patterns + FHFA HPI ACS demographics and median rent, ZBP business establishments, FHFA HPI for ZIP 75218, Dallas, TX · 2023 Census ACS 5-Year Estimates use a rolling 60-month sample for stable small-geography estimates; ZBP updated annually; FHFA HPI updated quarterly/annually.
Quick Facts
21,665
Population
18.1
Area (sq mi)
1,197
People / sq mi
Chicago
Time Zone
standard
ZIP Type
Who lives in ZIP 75218?
41.1
Median Age
49.2%
Male
50.8%
Female
12.9%
Foreign-Born
Hispanic or Latino is an ethnicity category from the Census Bureau and may overlap with other categories above.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2023)
How much do residents earn?
$107,366
Median Household Income
+42% vs state ZIP avg
$70,107
Per Capita Income
7.3%
Poverty Rate
2.3%
Unemployment Rate
25.5 min
Mean Commute Time
How ZIP 75218 ranks among Texas ZIPs
Dallas, TX household income vs. every Texas ZIP code
Median household income among 1,737 reporting Texas ZIPs (this ZIP's population is too small for a reliable national-corpus placement)
$107,366 Top 12% higher than 88% of 1,737 Texas ZIPs
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Source U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates · 2019–2023
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2023)
What is the education profile here?
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2023)
What does housing look like?
Housing stock: occupied vs vacant
10,441housing units
10,441
Total Housing Units
9,906
Occupied Units
535
Vacant Units
2.27
Avg Household Size
Occupancy Type
$521,000
Median Home Value
+110% vs state ZIP avg
$1,702
Median Rent
1960
Median Year Built
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2023)
How have home values changed over time?
FHFA House Price Index, annual appreciation data based on repeat sales and appraisals
+2.3%
YoY Change (2024)
384
HPI Index (2000 = 100)
+284%
Total Change Since 2000
Home values in ZIP 75218 have increased 2.3% over the past year (2024). Since 2000, this ZIP has seen +284% cumulative appreciation.
| Year | Annual Change | HPI Index |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | +3.1% | 270 |
| 2021 | +9.7% | 296 |
| 2022 | +18.9% | 352 |
| 2023 | +6.6% | 375 |
| 2024 | +2.3% | 384 |
Source: Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) House Price Index, All-Transactions, Five-Digit ZIP Codes (Developmental Index). Index base = 100 in year 2000. Data through 2024. ZIP codes with few transactions may show missing values.
What businesses operate in this ZIP?
Census Bureau data shows 689 business establishments in ZIP 75218, employing approximately 6,986 people with a combined annual payroll of $319,196,000.
689
Businesses
6,986
Employees
$319.2M
Annual Payroll
16
Industry Sectors
| Industry | Establishments | % of Total |
|---|---|---|
| Health care and social assistance | 116 | 16.8% |
| Professional, scientific, and technical services | 91 | 13.2% |
| Other services (except public administration) | 82 | 11.9% |
| Retail trade | 76 | 11.0% |
| Accommodation and food services | 75 | 10.9% |
| Administrative and support and waste management and remediation services | 45 | 6.5% |
| Construction | 43 | 6.2% |
| Real estate and rental and leasing | 41 | 6.0% |
| Information | 26 | 3.8% |
| Finance and insurance | 25 | 3.6% |
| Educational services | 19 | 2.8% |
| Arts, entertainment, and recreation | 18 | 2.6% |
| Wholesale trade | 14 | 2.0% |
| Transportation and warehousing | 7 | 1.0% |
| Manufacturing | 4 | 0.6% |
| Management of companies and enterprises | 4 | 0.6% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ZIP Code Business Patterns (ZBP), 2023. Employment figures may include noise for disclosure avoidance.
Nearby ZIP Codes
Want a side-by-side? Compare 75218 vs 75228 →
ZIP 75218 vs its nearest neighbors, by population
Resident population of this ZIP and the closest reporting ZIP codes within ~10 miles.
- 75228
Dallas (75228)
66,551 residents
- 75150
Mesquite (75150)
58,730 residents
- 75227
Dallas (75227)
55,029 residents
- 75231
Dallas (75231)
37,052 residents
- 75206
Dallas (75206)
36,248 residents
- 75214
Dallas (75214)
32,950 residents
- 75041
Garland (75041)
30,700 residents
- 75238
Dallas (75238)
30,483 residents
- 75205 23,061
Dallas (75205)
23,061 residents
What this shows Among its immediate neighbors, ZIP 75218 ranks #0 by population - useful context the national average alone can't give.
ZIP 75218 vs its nearest neighbors, by median income
Median household income of this ZIP and the closest reporting ZIP codes within ~10 miles.
- 75205
Dallas (75205)
$181,631 median income
- 75214
Dallas (75214)
$132,313 median income
- 75218
Dallas (75218)
$107,366 median income
- 75206
Dallas (75206)
$91,023 median income
- 75238
Dallas (75238)
$82,019 median income
- 75223
Dallas (75223)
$73,318 median income
- 75041 $70,308
Garland (75041)
$70,308 median income
- 75150 $65,440
Mesquite (75150)
$65,440 median income
- 75227 $64,008
Dallas (75227)
$64,008 median income
What this shows By household income, ZIP 75218 ranks #3 of 9 neighboring ZIPs, local affluence varies block to block, not just metro to metro.
| ZIP Code | City | Population | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| 75228 | Dallas, TX | 66,551 | 1.8 mi |
| 75238 | Dallas, TX | 30,483 | 2.6 mi |
| 75214 | Dallas, TX | 32,950 | 2.7 mi |
| 75206 | Dallas, TX | 36,248 | 4.0 mi |
| 75231 | Dallas, TX | 37,052 | 3.7 mi |
| 75227 | Dallas, TX | 55,029 | 5.0 mi |
| 75041 | Garland, TX | 30,700 | 4.0 mi |
| 75223 | Dallas, TX | 13,947 | 4.2 mi |
| 75150 | Mesquite, TX | 58,730 | 4.5 mi |
| 75205 | Dallas, TX | 23,061 | 5.5 mi |
Nationwide ZIPs with similar ACS profiles
Two Census-derived peer sets for ZIP 75218, both outside TX so the neighborhoods are not geographic containment (Nearby and same-county blocks stay local).
Similar population
Nearest cross-state ZIPs by resident population (21,665 here; floor ≥1,000).
Similar median household income
Nearest cross-state ZIPs by ACS median household income.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What county is ZIP code 75218 in?
ZIP code 75218 (Dallas) is located in Dallas County, Texas. Dallas County contains multiple ZIP codes, see the full list at /counties/dallas-tx.
What is the population of ZIP code 75218?
ZIP code 75218 in Dallas, TX has a population of 21,665 according to the Census Bureau ACS 2023 estimates.
What is the median household income in ZIP 75218?
The median household income in ZIP 75218 is $107,366, which is 41% above the national average of $76,288.
What is the average home value in ZIP 75218?
The median home value in ZIP 75218 is $521,000, which is 87% above the national average of $278,155.
What is the demographic makeup of ZIP 75218?
The largest racial group in ZIP 75218 is White at 68.6%. Hispanic or Latino residents make up 29.5% of the population.
How many businesses are in ZIP code 75218?
ZIP code 75218 has 689 business establishments employing approximately 6,986 people, according to Census Bureau ZIP Code Business Patterns (ZBP) 2023 data.
What are the main industries in ZIP code 75218?
The top industries by establishment count in ZIP 75218 are: Health care and social assistance (116), Professional, scientific, and technical services (91), Other services (except public administration) (82). There are 16 industry sectors represented in total.
How have home values changed in ZIP code 75218?
According to the FHFA House Price Index, home values in ZIP 75218 increased by 2.3% in 2024. Since 2000, home values in this ZIP have appreciated by approximately 284%. This is a developmental index based on repeat sales and appraisal data from Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac.
What is the education level in ZIP code 75218?
In ZIP code 75218, 74.2% of residents aged 25+ have a high school diploma or higher, and 62.1% hold a bachelor's degree or higher. These figures come from the Census Bureau ACS 5-Year Estimates (2023).
What is the average commute time in ZIP 75218?
The mean commute time for workers in ZIP code 75218 is 25.5 minutes according to Census ACS data. The national average is roughly 26 minutes, so commuters here spend less time traveling to work than typical.
What percentage of residents own vs. rent in ZIP 75218?
In ZIP code 75218, approximately 64.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied and 35.7% are renter-occupied, based on Census ACS 2023 data.
What is the poverty rate in ZIP code 75218?
The poverty rate in ZIP code 75218 is 7.3% according to Census Bureau ACS 2023 estimates. This measures the percentage of the population living below the federal poverty threshold.
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