The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 77962 sells for about $375,000, or $233 per square foot.
Prices are up +2.4% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 84 days to sell, which is slow. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $1,250 a month.
ZIP 77962 — Ganado
The housing market in 77962 remains stable with low inventory and modest price appreciation. Sales volume is limited, reflecting a quiet rural market where demand is steady but not aggressive. Buyers are primarily local residents, and the market is currently balanced between supply and demand.
This ZIP is ideal for families and individuals seeking a quiet, rural lifestyle with affordable housing options and a strong sense of community.
Median prices moved up 2.4% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 84 days on market with 9.0 months of supply — a slower-moving market.
11% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 96% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 4.5% · poverty 11.2% — a stable, low-distress profile.
Researched annual trajectory for this ZIP, from published historical series
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 10.5%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
Median annual property tax paid on this ZIP's residential parcels
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 7.2%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
net influx — more people moved in than out
ZCTA 77962, Jackson County TX
Ganado experiences low levels of violent and property crime, generally remaining below the national average for rural Texas communities.
The area is served by Ganado ISD, which maintains a solid reputation for academic performance and community-focused extracurricular programs.
The region is subject to periodic flood risks associated with the Lavaca River basin and requires standard windstorm insurance coverage due to Gulf Coast proximity.
Economic momentum is driven primarily by the agricultural sector and local service industries, with limited large-scale industrial development currently underway.
Composed from the ARED governance burden registry — tier-native tax structure (state + county + city + special districts), never averaged. State (Texas) — Senior (65+) and Disabled Homestead Exemption and School Tax Ceiling: Grants an additional mandatory $10,000 exemption from ISD appraised value (Taxable Value_ISD = Appraised Value - $100,000 - $10,000) and establishes an absolute statutory tax freeze (school tax ceiling): total ISD property taxes cannot exceed the dollar ceiling established in the… State (Texas) — General Residence Homestead Exemption and 10% Valuation Growth Cap: Imposes mandatory state-level valuation deductions and growth limitations on the qualifying homestead: (1) Mandates a $100,000 deduction from appraised value for independent school district (ISD) maintenance and operations/debt taxation: Taxable Value_ISD = Appraised Value - $100… State (Texas) — Ad Valorem Real Property Taxation and Assessment Ratio: Mandates ad valorem appraisal of all real property at 100% of fair market value as of January 1 each tax year (Assessment Ratio = 1.00).
Commutes are primarily car-dependent, with residents typically driving to nearby employment hubs like Victoria or Edna via US-59.
Local amenities include the Ganado City Park and proximity to the Lavaca River for outdoor activities, with basic shopping and dining available within the town center.
The rental market is characterized by low inventory and high demand for single-family homes, with limited multi-family options available.
The local economy is anchored by agriculture, oil and gas services, and public education, with most residents commuting to larger regional centers for specialized employment.
Transportation is entirely reliant on private vehicles, with US Highway 59 serving as the primary artery for regional connectivity.
There are no major large-scale commercial or residential developments currently approved or under construction in the immediate ZIP area.
The Jackson County Appraisal District manages property assessments, typically conducting annual reviews to ensure market-value alignment.
Parcels are subject to Ganado ISD taxes and potential local water district assessments.
Property insurance premiums are influenced by regional wind and flood risk factors, necessitating careful policy selection for homeowners.
The state continues to see net positive domestic migration, though rural areas like Jackson County experience more stable, slower growth patterns.
Texas operates as a non-judicial foreclosure state, allowing for expedited processes under the terms of a deed of trust.
Sellers are required to provide a standard Texas Real Estate Commission (TREC) Seller's Disclosure Notice detailing the condition of the property.
Data retrieved from data.census.gov ZCTA 77962 profile.
Public schools whose reported address is in this area (NCES). Not attendance boundaries — schools that serve residents may sit outside it. Check the district's address locator for assignment.
- Mr Gatti's Pizza3.918.1 mi
- Texana Park and Campground4.75.8 mi
- Brackenridge Park and Campground4.76.1 mi
Theme parks, venues, golf, airports, museums, water and shopping across the area from Google Maps, ranked by popularity within the radius shown.
Central community space with playgrounds and picnic areas.
Provides local fishing and recreational access.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.