| ZIP Code | 78541 |
|---|---|
| City | Edinburg |
| State | Texas (TX) |
| County | Hidalgo County |
| Area Code | 956 |
| Elevation | 85 ft |
| Latitude | 26.452135 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -98.276811 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 48215 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 27.2 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 3.08 |
| Below Poverty | 31.6% ▲ 216% above avg |
| College Grads | 37.3% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 7.2% ▲ 47% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 718 (3.4%) |
| HS Graduate | 5,857 (27.4%) |
| Some College | 2,512 (11.8%) |
| Associates | 4,298 (20.1%) |
| Bachelors | 1,575 (7.4%) |
| Graduate Degree | 6,398 (30%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $50,567 ▼ 34% below avg ↑ 34% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $142,600 ▼ 49% below avg ↑ 50% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.8x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $945/mo ↑ 19% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 17,669 |
| Vacant Units | 1,896 |
| Avg HH Size | 3.08 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 17,669 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,896 |
| Owner Occupied | 51.2% |
| Renter Occupied | 48.8% |
| Avg HH Size | 3.08 |
ZIP code 78541 is located in Edinburg, Texas, within Hidalgo County. With a population of 49,395, this is a highly populated ZIP code with a young community — the median age is 27.2 years. Economically, 78541 is a working-class ZIP code: the median household income of $50,567 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 78541 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $142,600 is below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $945 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (51.2%) and renters (48.8%). Median home values have increased by 50% since 2019.
The population of 78541 is primarily Hispanic (87.90%). Residents are moderately educated — 37.3% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects a significant share of residents at 31.6%. Household income has grown by 34% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 78541 stands at 7.2%, which is above the national average. About 11% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 71%.
Overall, ZIP code 78541 in Edinburg, TX is characterized as working-class, moderately educated, and a young community. With 49,395 residents, a median household income of $50,567, and a median home value of $142,600, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Texas.