| ZIP Code | 78041 |
|---|---|
| City | Laredo |
| State | Texas (TX) |
| County | Webb County |
| Area Code | 956 |
| Elevation | 471 ft |
| Latitude | 27.559571 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -99.462957 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 48479 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 32.6 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.89 |
| Below Poverty | 18.1% ▲ 81% above avg |
| College Grads | 43.8% ▲ 13% above avg |
| Unemployment | 5.8% ▲ 18% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 883 (3.8%) |
| HS Graduate | 5,578 (24.3%) |
| Some College | 2,488 (10.8%) |
| Associates | 3,969 (17.3%) |
| Bachelors | 2,353 (10.2%) |
| Graduate Degree | 7,723 (33.6%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $61,007 ▼ 20% below avg ↑ 21% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $216,700 ▼ 22% below avg ↑ 38% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.6x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $956/mo ↑ 15% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 16,760 |
| Vacant Units | 999 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.89 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 16,760 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 999 |
| Owner Occupied | 54.3% |
| Renter Occupied | 45.7% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.89 |
ZIP code 78041 is located in Laredo, Texas, within Webb County. With a population of 47,089, this is a highly populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 32.6 years. Economically, 78041 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $61,007 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 78041 represents an affordable housing market. The median home value of $216,700 is below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $956 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (54.3%) and renters (45.7%). Median home values have increased by 38% since 2019.
The population of 78041 is primarily Hispanic (92.51%). Residents are well-educated — 43.8% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 18.1%. Household income has grown by 21% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 78041 stands at 5.8%, which is above the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 75%.
Overall, ZIP code 78041 in Laredo, TX is characterized as solidly middle-class, well-educated, and a relatively young community. With 47,089 residents, a median household income of $61,007, and a median home value of $216,700, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Texas.