| ZIP Code | 78852 |
|---|---|
| City | Eagle Pass |
| State | Texas (TX) |
| County | Maverick County |
| Area Code | 830 |
| Elevation | 687 ft |
| Latitude | 28.943749 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -100.227139 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 48323 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 29.9 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 3.14 |
| Below Poverty | 22.7% ▲ 127% above avg |
| College Grads | 28.8% ▼ 26% below avg |
| Unemployment | 7.7% ▲ 57% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 1,569 (6.3%) |
| HS Graduate | 8,263 (32.9%) |
| Some College | 4,324 (17.2%) |
| Associates | 3,710 (14.8%) |
| Bachelors | 2,175 (8.7%) |
| Graduate Degree | 5,043 (20.1%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $52,295 ▼ 31% below avg ↑ 32% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $150,200 ▼ 46% below avg ↑ 54% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.9x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $789/mo ↑ 20% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 19,797 |
| Vacant Units | 1,805 |
| Avg HH Size | 3.14 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 19,797 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,805 |
| Owner Occupied | 68.6% |
| Renter Occupied | 31.4% |
| Avg HH Size | 3.14 |
ZIP code 78852 is located in Eagle Pass, Texas, within Maverick County. With a population of 56,933, this is a highly populated ZIP code with a young community — the median age is 29.9 years. Economically, 78852 is a working-class ZIP code: the median household income of $52,295 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 78852 represents an affordable housing market. The median home value of $150,200 is below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $789 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 68.6% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 54% since 2019.
The population of 78852 is primarily Hispanic (94.80%). Residents are moderately educated — 28.8% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects a significant share of residents at 22.7%. Household income has grown by 32% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 78852 stands at 7.7%, which is significantly above the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 82%.
Overall, ZIP code 78852 in Eagle Pass, TX is characterized as working-class, moderately educated, a young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 56,933 residents, a median household income of $52,295, and a median home value of $150,200, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Texas.