New Braunfels ranked the fastest-growing ZIP code in Texas

ZIP code 78130 ranked No. 2 within the nation for complete transfer quantity in October, drawing 354 adults in only one month and barely trailing solely Washington, D.C.’s top-ranked ZIP code. The surge pushes New Braunfels forward of fast-growing suburbs in Leander, Cypress, McKinney and Katy, reinforcing the area’s fame as one of the crucial magnetic pockets of Texas.

From 2010 to 2020, town’s inhabitants jumped by greater than 56%, making it one of many fastest-growing cities within the nation throughout that decade, and new knowledge means that momentum hasn’t slowed, in keeping with MovingPlace.

The enchantment of 78130 comes from its distinctive place between San Antonio and Austin, giving newcomers dual-metro entry for work whereas providing decrease housing prices and a extra relaxed life-style.

According to MovingPlace, median residence costs sit round $319,000, and regular demand from younger households, distant professionals and out-of-state arrivals has fueled continued residential growth. That demand mirrors a statewide surge as 5 Texas ZIP codes positioned within the nationwide high 10 for October transfer quantity, together with Leander (78641), Cypress (77433), McKinney (75071) and Katy (77493), underscoring Texas’ dominance within the migration wave.

MovingPlace’s evaluation of 961,650 U.S. strikes in October captures a migration sample that reveals no indicators of slowing, and locations New Braunfels squarely amongst America’s most sought-after locations heading into 2026.