| ZIP Code | 78577 |
|---|---|
| City | Pharr |
| State | Texas (TX) |
| County | Hidalgo County |
| Area Code | 956 |
| Elevation | 90 ft |
| Latitude | 26.163436 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -98.19389 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 48215 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 29.5 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 3.43 |
| Below Poverty | 29.8% ▲ 198% above avg |
| College Grads | 31.0% ▼ 20% below avg |
| Unemployment | 6.8% ▲ 38% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 1,709 (5%) |
| HS Graduate | 11,404 (33.5%) |
| Some College | 4,008 (11.8%) |
| Associates | 6,359 (18.7%) |
| Bachelors | 2,729 (8%) |
| Graduate Degree | 7,810 (23%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $49,768 ▼ 35% below avg ↑ 25% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $111,500 ▼ 60% below avg ↑ 38% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.2x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $988/mo ↑ 31% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 26,568 |
| Vacant Units | 3,284 |
| Avg HH Size | 3.43 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 26,568 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 3,284 |
| Owner Occupied | 58.6% |
| Renter Occupied | 41.4% |
| Avg HH Size | 3.43 |
ZIP code 78577 is located in Pharr, Texas, within Hidalgo County. With a population of 79,903, this is a densely populated ZIP code with a young community — the median age is 29.5 years. Economically, 78577 is a working-class ZIP code: the median household income of $49,768 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 78577 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $111,500 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $988 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (58.6%) and renters (41.4%). Median home values have increased by 38% since 2019.
The population of 78577 is primarily Hispanic (95.00%). Residents are moderately educated — 31.0% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects a significant share of residents at 29.8%. Household income has grown by 25% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 78577 stands at 6.8%, which is above the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 78%.
Overall, ZIP code 78577 in Pharr, TX is characterized as working-class, moderately educated, and a young community. With 79,903 residents, a median household income of $49,768, and a median home value of $111,500, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Texas.