| ZIP Code | 78043 |
|---|---|
| City | Laredo |
| State | Texas (TX) |
| County | Webb County |
| Area Code | 956 |
| Elevation | 573 ft |
| Latitude | 27.570451 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -99.304188 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 48479 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 28.7 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 3.44 |
| Below Poverty | 26.7% ▲ 167% above avg |
| College Grads | 26.0% ▼ 33% below avg |
| Unemployment | 8.0% ▲ 64% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 1,255 (6.9%) |
| HS Graduate | 6,504 (35.6%) |
| Some College | 2,258 (12.4%) |
| Associates | 3,490 (19.1%) |
| Bachelors | 1,697 (9.3%) |
| Graduate Degree | 3,042 (16.7%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $54,280 ▼ 29% below avg ↑ 37% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $151,400 ▼ 46% below avg ↑ 45% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.8x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $954/mo ↑ 13% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 14,263 |
| Vacant Units | 1,480 |
| Avg HH Size | 3.44 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 14,263 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,480 |
| Owner Occupied | 53.9% |
| Renter Occupied | 46.1% |
| Avg HH Size | 3.44 |
ZIP code 78043 is located in Laredo, Texas, within Webb County. With a population of 44,044, this is a highly populated ZIP code with a young community — the median age is 28.7 years. Economically, 78043 is a working-class ZIP code: the median household income of $54,280 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 78043 represents an affordable housing market. The median home value of $151,400 is below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $954 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (53.9%) and renters (46.1%). Median home values have increased by 45% since 2019.
The population of 78043 is primarily Hispanic (97.22%). Residents are moderately educated — 26.0% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects a significant share of residents at 26.7%. Household income has grown by 37% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 78043 stands at 8.0%, which is significantly above the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 78%.
Overall, ZIP code 78043 in Laredo, TX is characterized as working-class, moderately educated, and a young community. With 44,044 residents, a median household income of $54,280, and a median home value of $151,400, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Texas.