Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 32.7 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 3.13 |
| Below Poverty | 24.3% ▲ 143% above avg |
| College Grads | 34.5% ▼ 11% below avg |
| Unemployment | 5.7% ▲ 17% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 12,216 (6.1%) |
| HS Graduate | 61,362 (30.6%) |
| Some College | 25,823 (12.9%) |
| Associates | 30,884 (15.4%) |
| Bachelors | 19,069 (9.5%) |
| Graduate Degree | 50,892 (25.4%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $52,749 ▼ 31% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $125,452 ▼ 55% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.4x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $914/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 157,462 |
| Vacant Units | 22,130 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Cameron County is located in Texas and encompasses 21 ZIP codes spanning 14 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 422,926 residents. With a median age of 32.67, it is a relatively young county.
Cameron County has a working-class economic profile. The median household income of $52,748 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 5.7%, above the national average. The poverty rate of 24.3% is significantly above the national average, indicating economic challenges.
Housing in Cameron County is one of the more affordable housing markets in the country, with a median home value of $125,452 — well below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $913. Homeownership rates are high at 65.4%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Cameron County are primarily Hispanic (89.33%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 34.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average.
Cameron County, TX is a working-class area in Texas. The 21 ZIP codes within the county each have their own character — browse the full list below to find the right community, whether you're looking for affordable housing, strong schools, or economic opportunity.
| ZIP | City | Population | Median Income | Median Home | Median Rent | Unemp. | College |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 78520 | Brownsville | 63,337 | $47,331 | $129,200 | $842 | 6.5% | 38.7% |
| 78521 | Brownsville | 87,860 | $41,276 | $90,500 | $864 | 6.7% | 27.2% |
| 78526 | Brownsville | 59,719 | $68,143 | $158,300 | $1,080 | 5.5% | 45.7% |
| 78535 | Combes | 435 | $30,144 | $67,900 | $767 | 3.9% | 23.6% |
| 78550 | Harlingen | 54,169 | $51,524 | $120,500 | $863 | 5.0% | 34.8% |
| 78552 | Harlingen | 41,277 | $67,183 | $154,500 | $1,054 | 5.4% | 37.8% |
| 78559 | La Feria | 12,752 | $48,117 | $99,900 | $985 | 7.3% | 27.9% |
| 78566 | Los Fresnos | 24,927 | $64,385 | $138,100 | $863 | 5.6% | 36.3% |
| 78575 | Olmito | 4,728 | $74,273 | $220,400 | $1,138 | 4.1% | 63.7% |
| 78578 | Port Isabel | 10,231 | $52,041 | $193,700 | $763 | 4.4% | 33.9% |
| 78583 | Rio Hondo | 5,472 | $61,315 | $147,500 | $771 | 0.7% | 24.8% |
| 78586 | San Benito | 49,103 | $44,158 | $83,200 | $839 | 4.4% | 25.5% |
| 78593 | Santa Rosa | 5,030 | $40,194 | $66,900 | $876 | 10.7% | 21.1% |
| 78597 | South Padre Island | 2,881 | $61,357 | $508,800 | $1,421 | 6.5% | 57.2% |