| ZIP Code | 78566 |
|---|---|
| City | Los Fresnos |
| State | Texas (TX) |
| County | Cameron County |
| Area Code | 956 |
| Elevation | 26 ft |
| Latitude | 26.137185 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -97.388567 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 48061 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 34.1 yrs ↑ 11% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 3.45 |
| Below Poverty | 26.3% ▲ 163% above avg |
| College Grads | 36.3% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 5.6% ▲ 13% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 740 (6.5%) |
| HS Graduate | 3,513 (30.7%) |
| Some College | 1,512 (13.2%) |
| Associates | 1,530 (13.4%) |
| Bachelors | 1,348 (11.8%) |
| Graduate Degree | 2,803 (24.5%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $64,385 ▼ 16% below avg ↑ 32% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $138,100 ▼ 50% below avg ↑ 22% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.1x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $863/mo ↑ 10% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 8,275 |
| Vacant Units | 1,061 |
| Avg HH Size | 3.45 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 8,275 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,061 |
| Owner Occupied | 74.3% |
| Renter Occupied | 25.7% |
| Avg HH Size | 3.45 |
ZIP code 78566 is located in Los Fresnos, Texas, within Cameron County. With a population of 24,927, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 34.1 years. Economically, 78566 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $64,385 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 78566 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $138,100 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $863 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 74.3% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 22% since 2019.
The population of 78566 is primarily Hispanic (88.16%). Residents are moderately educated — 36.3% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects a significant share of residents at 26.3%. Household income has grown by 32% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 78566 stands at 5.6%, which is near the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 82%.
Overall, ZIP code 78566 in Los Fresnos, TX is characterized as solidly middle-class, moderately educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 24,927 residents, a median household income of $64,385, and a median home value of $138,100, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Texas.