| ZIP Code | 78503 |
|---|---|
| City | Mcallen |
| State | Texas (TX) |
| County | Hidalgo County |
| Area Code | 956 |
| Elevation | 94 ft |
| Latitude | 26.162332 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -98.248702 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 48215 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 32.1 yrs ↓ 2% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 3.17 |
| Below Poverty | 26.2% ▲ 162% above avg |
| College Grads | 39.4% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 5.2% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 560 (5.2%) |
| HS Graduate | 2,603 (24.3%) |
| Some College | 1,256 (11.7%) |
| Associates | 2,061 (19.3%) |
| Bachelors | 871 (8.1%) |
| Graduate Degree | 3,349 (31.3%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $48,765 ▼ 36% below avg ↑ 51% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $130,100 ▼ 53% below avg ↑ 42% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.7x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,087/mo ↑ 22% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 8,090 |
| Vacant Units | 1,063 |
| Avg HH Size | 3.17 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 8,090 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,063 |
| Owner Occupied | 58.5% |
| Renter Occupied | 41.6% |
| Avg HH Size | 3.17 |
ZIP code 78503 is located in Mcallen, Texas, within Hidalgo County. With a population of 22,566, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 32.1 years. Economically, 78503 is a working-class ZIP code: the median household income of $48,765 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 78503 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $130,100 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,087 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (58.5%) and renters (41.6%). Median home values have increased by 42% since 2019.
The population of 78503 is primarily Hispanic (92.16%). Residents are moderately educated — 39.4% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects a significant share of residents at 26.2%. Household income has grown by 51% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 78503 stands at 5.2%, which is near the national average. About 11% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 75%.
Overall, ZIP code 78503 in Mcallen, TX is characterized as working-class, moderately educated, and a relatively young community. With 22,566 residents, a median household income of $48,765, and a median home value of $130,100, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Texas.