| ZIP Code | 78552 |
|---|---|
| City | Harlingen |
| State | Texas (TX) |
| County | Cameron County |
| Area Code | 956 |
| Elevation | 46 ft |
| Latitude | 26.193782 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -97.75069 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 48061 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 33.1 yrs ↓ 7% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 3.02 |
| Below Poverty | 20.5% ▲ 105% above avg |
| College Grads | 37.8% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 5.4% ▲ 11% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 704 (3.2%) |
| HS Graduate | 6,890 (31.5%) |
| Some College | 2,738 (12.5%) |
| Associates | 3,274 (15%) |
| Bachelors | 2,799 (12.8%) |
| Graduate Degree | 5,455 (25%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $67,183 ▼ 12% below avg ↑ 37% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $154,500 ▼ 45% below avg ↑ 58% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.3x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,054/mo ↑ 33% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 16,009 |
| Vacant Units | 2,393 |
| Avg HH Size | 3.02 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 16,009 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 2,393 |
| Owner Occupied | 74.7% |
| Renter Occupied | 25.3% |
| Avg HH Size | 3.02 |
ZIP code 78552 is located in Harlingen, Texas, within Cameron County. With a population of 41,277, this is a highly populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 33.1 years. Economically, 78552 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $67,183 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 78552 represents an affordable housing market. The median home value of $154,500 is below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,054 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 74.7% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 58% since 2019.
The population of 78552 is primarily Hispanic (80.38%). Residents are moderately educated — 37.8% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects a significant share of residents at 20.5%. Household income has grown by 37% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 78552 stands at 5.4%, which is near the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 81%.
Overall, ZIP code 78552 in Harlingen, TX is characterized as solidly middle-class, moderately educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 41,277 residents, a median household income of $67,183, and a median home value of $154,500, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Texas.