| ZIP Code | 78801 |
|---|---|
| City | Uvalde |
| State | Texas (TX) |
| County | Uvalde County |
| Area Code | 830 |
| Elevation | 1,258 ft |
| Latitude | 29.362904 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -99.898132 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 48463 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 32.9 yrs ↑ 2% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.85 |
| Below Poverty | 22.0% ▲ 120% above avg |
| College Grads | 37.5% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 3.7% ▼ 24% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 306 (2.8%) |
| HS Graduate | 2,877 (26.6%) |
| Some College | 1,676 (15.5%) |
| Associates | 1,901 (17.6%) |
| Bachelors | 1,600 (14.8%) |
| Graduate Degree | 2,448 (22.6%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $58,028 ▼ 24% below avg ↑ 37% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $144,100 ▼ 48% below avg ↑ 58% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.5x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $997/mo ↑ 52% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 8,340 |
| Vacant Units | 1,086 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.85 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 8,340 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,086 |
| Owner Occupied | 65.4% |
| Renter Occupied | 34.6% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.85 |
ZIP code 78801 is located in Uvalde, Texas, within Uvalde County. With a population of 21,487, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 32.9 years. Economically, 78801 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $58,028 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 78801 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $144,100 is below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $997 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 65.4% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 58% since 2019.
The population of 78801 is primarily Hispanic (76.48%). Residents are moderately educated — 37.5% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects a significant share of residents at 22.0%. Household income has grown by 37% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 78801 stands at 3.7%, which is below the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 80%.
Overall, ZIP code 78801 in Uvalde, TX is characterized as solidly middle-class, moderately educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 21,487 residents, a median household income of $58,028, and a median home value of $144,100, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Texas.