| ZIP Code | 78516 |
|---|---|
| City | Alamo |
| State | Texas (TX) |
| County | Hidalgo County |
| Area Code | 956 |
| Elevation | 99 ft |
| Latitude | 26.144539 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -98.121312 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 48215 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 30.3 yrs ↑ 8% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 3.41 |
| Below Poverty | 27.5% ▲ 175% above avg |
| College Grads | 25.7% ▼ 34% below avg |
| Unemployment | 9.1% ▲ 87% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 756 (5.7%) |
| HS Graduate | 4,765 (35.9%) |
| Some College | 2,216 (16.7%) |
| Associates | 2,121 (16%) |
| Bachelors | 1,053 (7.9%) |
| Graduate Degree | 2,362 (17.8%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $51,547 ▼ 32% below avg ↑ 46% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $102,900 ▼ 63% below avg ↑ 65% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.0x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $743/mo ↑ 22% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 12,469 |
| Vacant Units | 2,242 |
| Avg HH Size | 3.41 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 12,469 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 2,242 |
| Owner Occupied | 77.0% |
| Renter Occupied | 23.0% |
| Avg HH Size | 3.41 |
ZIP code 78516 is located in Alamo, Texas, within Hidalgo County. With a population of 34,960, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 30.3 years. Economically, 78516 is a working-class ZIP code: the median household income of $51,547 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 78516 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $102,900 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $743 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 77.0% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 65% since 2019.
The population of 78516 is primarily Hispanic (88.84%). Residents are moderately educated — 25.7% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects a significant share of residents at 27.5%. Household income has grown by 46% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 78516 stands at 9.1%, which is significantly above the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 83%.
Overall, ZIP code 78516 in Alamo, TX is characterized as working-class, moderately educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 34,960 residents, a median household income of $51,547, and a median home value of $102,900, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Texas.