| ZIP Code | 78061 |
|---|---|
| City | Pearsall |
| State | Texas (TX) |
| County | Frio County |
| Area Code | 830 |
| Elevation | 589 ft |
| Latitude | 28.901927 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -99.126644 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 48163 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 33.5 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.82 |
| Below Poverty | 20.7% ▲ 107% above avg |
| College Grads | 12.7% ▼ 67% below avg |
| Unemployment | 4.4% ▼ 10% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 415 (8.3%) |
| HS Graduate | 2,248 (45.2%) |
| Some College | 965 (19.4%) |
| Associates | 714 (14.4%) |
| Bachelors | 168 (3.4%) |
| Graduate Degree | 465 (9.3%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $47,567 ▼ 38% below avg ↑ 3% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $103,200 ▼ 63% below avg ↑ 33% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.2x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,013/mo ↑ 18% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 3,798 |
| Vacant Units | 599 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.82 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 3,798 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 599 |
| Owner Occupied | 61.9% |
| Renter Occupied | 38.1% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.82 |
ZIP code 78061 is located in Pearsall, Texas, within Frio County. With a population of 9,968, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 33.5 years. Economically, 78061 is a working-class ZIP code: the median household income of $47,567 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 78061 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $103,200 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,013 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 61.9% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 33% since 2019.
The population of 78061 is primarily Hispanic (84.41%). Residents are less-educated — 12.7% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is well below the national average. Poverty affects a significant share of residents at 20.7%. Household income has grown by 3% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 78061 stands at 4.4%, which is near the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 84%.
Overall, ZIP code 78061 in Pearsall, TX is characterized as working-class, less-educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 9,968 residents, a median household income of $47,567, and a median home value of $103,200, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Texas.