| ZIP Code | 78526 |
|---|---|
| City | Brownsville |
| State | Texas (TX) |
| County | Cameron County |
| Area Code | 956 |
| Elevation | 11 ft |
| Latitude | 25.995689 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -97.450848 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 48061 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 29.2 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 3.47 |
| Below Poverty | 16.3% ▲ 63% above avg |
| College Grads | 45.7% ▲ 18% above avg |
| Unemployment | 5.5% ▲ 12% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 1,085 (3.8%) |
| HS Graduate | 6,279 (22%) |
| Some College | 3,776 (13.3%) |
| Associates | 4,344 (15.2%) |
| Bachelors | 3,220 (11.3%) |
| Graduate Degree | 9,786 (34.3%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $68,143 ▼ 11% below avg ↑ 21% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $158,300 ▼ 43% below avg ↑ 41% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.3x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,080/mo ↑ 24% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 18,222 |
| Vacant Units | 1,137 |
| Avg HH Size | 3.47 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 18,222 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,137 |
| Owner Occupied | 67.4% |
| Renter Occupied | 32.6% |
| Avg HH Size | 3.47 |
ZIP code 78526 is located in Brownsville, Texas, within Cameron County. With a population of 59,719, this is a highly populated ZIP code with a young community — the median age is 29.2 years. Economically, 78526 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $68,143 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 78526 represents an affordable housing market. The median home value of $158,300 is below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,080 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 67.4% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 41% since 2019.
The population of 78526 is primarily Hispanic (92.94%). Residents are well-educated — 45.7% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 16.3%. Household income has grown by 21% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 78526 stands at 5.5%, which is near the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 78%.
Overall, ZIP code 78526 in Brownsville, TX is characterized as solidly middle-class, well-educated, a young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 59,719 residents, a median household income of $68,143, and a median home value of $158,300, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Texas.