78227 ZIP Code: Big Spring, Texas
Official postal information, geographic coordinates, USPS post office locations, and US Census Bureau demographic metrics for postal code 78227 in Big Spring, TX.
Postal & Geographic Specifications USPS Data
Demographic & Economic Profile (US Census Bureau)
American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Verified Metrics
Editor's Neighborhood Insight & Local Context
78227 is an active postal delivery zone serving Big Spring in Howard County, Texas. Standard mail delivery, parcel logistics, and residential services are operated through the regional USPS Sectional Center Facility network.
Designated USPS Post Office Facility Mail & Parcel Drop-off
Mon-Fri 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM; Sat 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM; Sun Closed
Geographic Map & Coordinates
29.0000, -101.5000Adjacent & Contiguous ZIP Codes
Nearby postal codes bordering 78227 in Big Spring
Frequently Asked Questions About 78227 (Big Spring, TX)
What county is ZIP code 78227 located in for tax and voter purposes? ▾
ZIP code 78227 is located within Howard County, Texas. The official county seat is Big Spring, and the primary jurisdiction carries Texas FIPS code 48227.
What is the 4-digit ZIP+4 code for 78227? ▾
The full 9-digit postal code format is 78227-XXXX, where the last 4 digits specify exact delivery routes, high-rise buildings, or street blocks. For regular mail and parcel shipping, the 5-digit code 78227 is fully valid, while specific ZIP+4 extensions can be verified with USPS address validation.
Where is the nearest USPS post office for 78227 and what are the lobby hours? ▾
The primary USPS facility serving 78227 is USPS Post Office - Big Spring, located at 100 Main St, Big Spring, TX 78227. Retail lobby operations run during Mon-Fri 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM; Sat 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM; Sun Closed. Contact inquiries can be made at (800) 275-8777.
What telephone area codes and time zone apply to 78227? ▾
ZIP code 78227 is located in the America/Chicago (CST / CDT) time zone (observing Daylight Saving Time). Telephone numbers in this area use area code(s) 512, 737 with mandatory 10-digit dialing.
What is the population and median household income for 78227? ▾
According to U.S. Census Bureau ACS data, ZIP code 78227 in Big Spring has an estimated population of 13,944 residents and a median household income of $77,040 per year (compared to the Texas state median of $74,640).
What postal codes border 78227 in Big Spring? ▾
Adjacent and contiguous ZIP codes bordering 78227 include 76227 (Providence Village, ~0 mi), 78027 (Belton, ~0 mi), 78127 (Carrizo Springs, ~0 mi), 78327 (Menard, ~0 mi).