| ZIP Code | 78550 |
|---|---|
| City | Harlingen |
| State | Texas (TX) |
| County | Cameron County |
| Area Code | 956 |
| Elevation | 22 ft |
| Latitude | 26.255724 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -97.6635 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 48061 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 33.6 yrs ↑ 11% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.70 |
| Below Poverty | 24.1% ▲ 141% above avg |
| College Grads | 34.8% ▼ 10% below avg |
| Unemployment | 5.0% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 1,396 (4.9%) |
| HS Graduate | 8,133 (28.5%) |
| Some College | 4,346 (15.3%) |
| Associates | 4,705 (16.5%) |
| Bachelors | 2,685 (9.4%) |
| Graduate Degree | 7,223 (25.4%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $51,524 ▼ 32% below avg ↑ 35% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $120,500 ▼ 57% below avg ↑ 44% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.3x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $863/mo ↑ 20% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 22,347 |
| Vacant Units | 2,708 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.70 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 22,347 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 2,708 |
| Owner Occupied | 52.7% |
| Renter Occupied | 47.3% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.70 |
ZIP code 78550 is located in Harlingen, Texas, within Cameron County. With a population of 54,169, this is a highly populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 33.6 years. Economically, 78550 is a working-class ZIP code: the median household income of $51,524 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 78550 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $120,500 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $863 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (52.7%) and renters (47.3%). Median home values have increased by 44% since 2019.
The population of 78550 is primarily Hispanic (82.80%). Residents are moderately educated — 34.8% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects a significant share of residents at 24.1%. Household income has grown by 35% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 78550 stands at 5.0%, which is near the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 77%.
Overall, ZIP code 78550 in Harlingen, TX is characterized as working-class, moderately educated, and a relatively young community. With 54,169 residents, a median household income of $51,524, and a median home value of $120,500, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Texas.