Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 29.2 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 3.50 |
| Below Poverty | 33.2% ▲ 232% above avg |
| College Grads | 26.7% ▼ 31% below avg |
| Unemployment | 10.8% ▲ 120% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 1,996 (8.1%) |
| HS Graduate | 8,429 (34.3%) |
| Some College | 3,725 (15.1%) |
| Associates | 3,973 (16.1%) |
| Bachelors | 1,725 (7%) |
| Graduate Degree | 4,761 (19.3%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $38,052 ▼ 50% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $95,768 ▼ 66% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.5x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $713/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 23,061 |
| Vacant Units | 4,374 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Starr County is located in Texas and encompasses 9 ZIP codes spanning 9 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 65,804 residents. With a median age of 29.21, it is a young county.
Starr County has a lower-income economic profile. The median household income of $38,051 is well below the national average. Unemployment stands at 10.8%, more than double the national average. The poverty rate of 33.2% is significantly above the national average, indicating economic challenges.
Housing in Starr County is one of the more affordable housing markets in the country, with a median home value of $95,768 — well below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $713. Homeownership rates are high at 71.6%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Starr County are primarily Hispanic (97.31%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 26.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average.
Starr County, TX is a lower-income area in Texas. The 9 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 78536 | Delmita | 345 | $29,327 | $86,800 | — | 13.0% | 27.4% |
| 78545 | Falcon Heights | 490 | $22,407 | — | — | 0.0% | 16.9% |
| 78547 | Garciasville | 398 | $11,114 | — | — | 0.0% | 100.0% |
| 78548 | Grulla | 1,456 | $37,212 | $52,300 | $803 | 9.5% | 7.9% |
| 78582 | Rio Grande City | 44,883 | $41,452 | $102,000 | $738 | 10.4% | 25.9% |
| 78584 | Roma | 17,823 | $30,134 | $83,800 | $647 | 12.6% | 28.7% |
| 78588 | San Isidro | 246 | $86,458 | — | $530 | 0.0% | 39.5% |
| 78591 | Santa Elena | 163 | $33,188 | — | — | 0.0% | 36.5% |