| ZIP Code | 78584 |
|---|---|
| City | Roma |
| State | Texas (TX) |
| County | Starr County |
| Area Code | 956 |
| Elevation | 434 ft |
| Latitude | 26.569737 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -98.99195 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 48427 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 29.8 yrs ↓ 4% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 3.40 |
| Below Poverty | 37.1% ▲ 271% above avg |
| College Grads | 28.7% ▼ 26% below avg |
| Unemployment | 12.6% ▲ 156% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 659 (10%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,932 (29.2%) |
| Some College | 1,002 (15.1%) |
| Associates | 1,129 (17.1%) |
| Bachelors | 441 (6.7%) |
| Graduate Degree | 1,458 (22%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $30,134 ▼ 61% below avg ↑ 23% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $83,800 ▼ 70% below avg ↑ 16% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.8x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $647/mo ↑ 12% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 6,639 |
| Vacant Units | 1,397 |
| Avg HH Size | 3.40 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 6,639 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,397 |
| Owner Occupied | 63.7% |
| Renter Occupied | 36.3% |
| Avg HH Size | 3.40 |
ZIP code 78584 is located in Roma, Texas, within Starr County. With a population of 17,823, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a young community — the median age is 29.8 years. Economically, 78584 is a lower-income ZIP code: the median household income of $30,134 is well below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 78584 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $83,800 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $647 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 63.7% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 16% since 2019.
The population of 78584 is primarily Hispanic (97.54%). Residents are moderately educated — 28.7% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects a significant share of residents at 37.1%. Household income has grown by 23% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 78584 stands at 12.6%, which is more than double the national average. About 15% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 63%.
Overall, ZIP code 78584 in Roma, TX is characterized as lower-income, moderately educated, a young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 17,823 residents, a median household income of $30,134, and a median home value of $83,800, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Texas.