| ZIP Code | 78504 |
|---|---|
| City | Mcallen |
| State | Texas (TX) |
| County | Hidalgo County |
| Area Code | 956 |
| Elevation | 113 ft |
| Latitude | 26.277591 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -98.237279 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 48215 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 32.5 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 3.16 |
| Below Poverty | 13.0% ▲ 30% above avg |
| College Grads | 52.8% ▲ 36% above avg |
| Unemployment | 6.4% ▲ 31% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 710 (2.2%) |
| HS Graduate | 5,797 (17.6%) |
| Some College | 3,299 (10%) |
| Associates | 5,747 (17.5%) |
| Bachelors | 2,857 (8.7%) |
| Graduate Degree | 14,510 (44.1%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $77,627 ≈ Avg ↑ 20% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $203,900 ▼ 27% below avg ↑ 35% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.6x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,178/mo ↑ 31% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 21,417 |
| Vacant Units | 1,846 |
| Avg HH Size | 3.16 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 21,417 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,846 |
| Owner Occupied | 68.5% |
| Renter Occupied | 31.5% |
| Avg HH Size | 3.16 |
ZIP code 78504 is located in Mcallen, Texas, within Hidalgo County. With a population of 61,816, this is a densely populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 32.5 years. Economically, 78504 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $77,627 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 78504 represents an affordable housing market. The median home value of $203,900 is below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,178 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 68.5% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 35% since 2019.
The population of 78504 is primarily Hispanic (82.19%). Residents are well-educated — 52.8% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 13.0%. Household income has grown by 20% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 78504 stands at 6.4%, which is above the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 74%.
Overall, ZIP code 78504 in Mcallen, TX is characterized as middle-income, well-educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 61,816 residents, a median household income of $77,627, and a median home value of $203,900, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Texas.