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78497 ZIP Code: Decatur, Texas

Official postal information, geographic coordinates, USPS post office locations, and US Census Bureau demographic metrics for postal code 78497 in Decatur, TX.

Neighborhoods: Decatur Decatur Central

Postal & Geographic Specifications USPS Data

ZIP Code 78497
Primary City Decatur, TX
County Wise County
Area Code(s) 512, 737
Timezone America/Chicago (CST / CDT)
Land Area 905 sq mi
Elevation 480 ft
Coordinates 33.9000°, -101.5000°

Demographic & Economic Profile (US Census Bureau)

American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Verified Metrics

+35% vs Texas Avg
Total Population 27,453 607 people / sq mi
Median Household Income $101,040 Per Capita: $56,450
Median Home Value $401,000 Median Rent: $1,550/mo
Housing Tenancy
62% Own • 38% Rent
11,936 Total Units
Median Household Income Comparison $101,040 (78497) vs. $74,640 (Texas State)

Editor's Neighborhood Insight & Local Context

78497 is an active postal delivery zone serving Decatur in Wise 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

Facility Name USPS Post Office - Decatur
Physical Address 100 Main St, Decatur, TX 78497
Phone Number (800) 275-8777
Retail Lobby Hours

Mon-Fri 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM; Sat 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM; Sun Closed

Passport appointments and PO Box access available at this location.

Geographic Map & Coordinates

33.9000, -101.5000

Adjacent & Contiguous ZIP Codes

Nearby postal codes bordering 78497 in Decatur

4 Contiguous Areas
78097 ~0 mi

Gainesville

View 78097 →
78197 ~0 mi

Quanah

View 78197 →
78297 ~0 mi

George West

View 78297 →
78397 ~0 mi

Rockwall

View 78397 →
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Frequently Asked Questions About 78497 (Decatur, TX)

What county is ZIP code 78497 located in for tax and voter purposes? ▾

ZIP code 78497 is located within Wise County, Texas. The official county seat is Decatur, and the primary jurisdiction carries Texas FIPS code 48497.

What is the 4-digit ZIP+4 code for 78497? ▾

The full 9-digit postal code format is 78497-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 78497 is fully valid, while specific ZIP+4 extensions can be verified with USPS address validation.

Where is the nearest USPS post office for 78497 and what are the lobby hours? ▾

The primary USPS facility serving 78497 is USPS Post Office - Decatur, located at 100 Main St, Decatur, TX 78497. 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 78497? ▾

ZIP code 78497 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 78497? ▾

According to U.S. Census Bureau ACS data, ZIP code 78497 in Decatur has an estimated population of 27,453 residents and a median household income of $101,040 per year (compared to the Texas state median of $74,640).

What postal codes border 78497 in Decatur? ▾

Adjacent and contiguous ZIP codes bordering 78497 include 78097 (Gainesville, ~0 mi), 78197 (Quanah, ~0 mi), 78297 (George West, ~0 mi), 78397 (Rockwall, ~0 mi).