| ZIP Code | 78599 |
|---|---|
| City | Weslaco |
| State | Texas (TX) |
| County | Hidalgo County |
| Area Code | 956 |
| Elevation | 78 ft |
| Latitude | 26.217004 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -97.987952 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 48215 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 27.3 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 3.83 |
| Below Poverty | 23.5% ▲ 135% above avg |
| College Grads | 28.0% ▼ 28% below avg |
| Unemployment | 8.1% ▲ 65% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 929 (6.7%) |
| HS Graduate | 4,990 (36.1%) |
| Some College | 1,563 (11.3%) |
| Associates | 2,468 (17.9%) |
| Bachelors | 998 (7.2%) |
| Graduate Degree | 2,868 (20.8%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $55,939 ▼ 27% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $113,300 ▼ 59% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.0x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $954/mo |
| Total Units | 9,945 |
| Vacant Units | 720 |
| Avg HH Size | 3.83 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 9,945 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 720 |
| Owner Occupied | 72.0% |
| Renter Occupied | 28.0% |
| Avg HH Size | 3.83 |
ZIP code 78599 is located in Weslaco, Texas, within Hidalgo County. With a population of 35,400, this is a highly populated ZIP code with a young community — the median age is 27.3 years. Economically, 78599 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $55,939 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 78599 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $113,300 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $954 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 72.0% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community.
The population of 78599 is primarily Hispanic (96.50%). Residents are moderately educated — 28.0% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects a significant share of residents at 23.5%.
The unemployment rate in 78599 stands at 8.1%, which is significantly above the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 76%.
Overall, ZIP code 78599 in Weslaco, TX is characterized as solidly middle-class, moderately educated, a young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 35,400 residents, a median household income of $55,939, and a median home value of $113,300, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Texas.