| ZIP Code | 78586 |
|---|---|
| City | San Benito |
| State | Texas (TX) |
| County | Cameron County |
| Area Code | 956 |
| Elevation | 41 ft |
| Latitude | 26.109941 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -97.645414 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 48061 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 31.1 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 3.35 |
| Below Poverty | 26.6% ▲ 166% above avg |
| College Grads | 25.5% ▼ 34% below avg |
| Unemployment | 4.4% ▼ 10% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 1,783 (8.7%) |
| HS Graduate | 7,061 (34.6%) |
| Some College | 2,764 (13.6%) |
| Associates | 3,583 (17.6%) |
| Bachelors | 1,769 (8.7%) |
| Graduate Degree | 3,432 (16.8%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $44,158 ▼ 42% below avg ↑ 39% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $83,200 ▼ 70% below avg ↑ 40% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 1.9x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $839/mo ↑ 22% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 16,145 |
| Vacant Units | 1,543 |
| Avg HH Size | 3.35 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 16,145 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,543 |
| Owner Occupied | 76.7% |
| Renter Occupied | 23.3% |
| Avg HH Size | 3.35 |
ZIP code 78586 is located in San Benito, Texas, within Cameron County. With a population of 49,103, this is a highly populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 31.1 years. Economically, 78586 is a working-class ZIP code: the median household income of $44,158 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 78586 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $83,200 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $839 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 76.7% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 40% since 2019.
The population of 78586 is primarily Hispanic (93.42%). Residents are moderately educated — 25.5% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects a significant share of residents at 26.6%. Household income has grown by 39% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 78586 stands at 4.4%, which is near the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 78%.
Overall, ZIP code 78586 in San Benito, TX is characterized as working-class, moderately educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 49,103 residents, a median household income of $44,158, and a median home value of $83,200, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Texas.