| ZIP Code | 78559 |
|---|---|
| City | La Feria |
| State | Texas (TX) |
| County | Cameron County |
| Area Code | 956 |
| Elevation | 51 ft |
| Latitude | 26.145744 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -97.82572 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 48061 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 32.3 yrs ↓ 7% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 3.13 |
| Below Poverty | 23.2% ▲ 132% above avg |
| College Grads | 27.9% ▼ 28% below avg |
| Unemployment | 7.3% ▲ 50% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 255 (4.2%) |
| HS Graduate | 2,128 (34.9%) |
| Some College | 653 (10.7%) |
| Associates | 1,364 (22.4%) |
| Bachelors | 614 (10.1%) |
| Graduate Degree | 1,088 (17.8%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $48,117 ▼ 37% below avg ↑ 27% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $99,900 ▼ 64% below avg ↑ 55% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.1x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $985/mo ↑ 45% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 5,047 |
| Vacant Units | 980 |
| Avg HH Size | 3.13 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 5,047 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 980 |
| Owner Occupied | 74.8% |
| Renter Occupied | 25.2% |
| Avg HH Size | 3.13 |
ZIP code 78559 is located in La Feria, Texas, within Cameron County. With a population of 12,752, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 32.3 years. Economically, 78559 is a working-class ZIP code: the median household income of $48,117 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 78559 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $99,900 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $985 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 74.8% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 55% since 2019.
The population of 78559 is primarily Hispanic (90.90%). Residents are moderately educated — 27.9% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects a significant share of residents at 23.2%. Household income has grown by 27% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 78559 stands at 7.3%, which is significantly above the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 85%.
Overall, ZIP code 78559 in La Feria, TX is characterized as working-class, moderately educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 12,752 residents, a median household income of $48,117, and a median home value of $99,900, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Texas.