ZIP Code 78501 — Mcallen, TX

Hidalgo | 2024 Census Data

Key Takeaway

ZIP code 78501 in Mcallen, TX has a population of 58,935 with a median household income of $48,071 and a median home value of $161,000 . The cost of living index is 66.8 (national average = 100).

Population & Age

Total Population
58,935
Median Age
36.00
Male
28,553
Female
30,382

Race & Ethnicity

White
40.0%
Black
0.8%
Hispanic
89.4%
Asian
1.4%
Native American
0.6%
Pacific Islander
0.1%
Two or More
38.1%
Other
19.0%

Income

Median Household
$48,071
Mean Household
$67,735
Per Capita
$25,706
Below Poverty
26.4%

Housing

Median Home Value
$161,000
Median Rent
$969
Total Units
25,121
Occupied
21,734
Owner Occupied
49.3%
Renter Occupied
50.7%
Median Year Built
1986
Vacant
3,387

Education

High School or Higher 76.5%
Bachelor's or Higher 28.2%
Graduate Degree 9.6%

Employment & Commuting

Labor Force
26,954
Unemployment
5.2%
Drive Alone
71.2%
Public Transit
1.1%
Work from Home
11.5%
Avg Commute
N/A

Cost of Living Index

66.8
National average = 100. Below average by 33.2%.

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Mcallen
4.0 mi
78589
San juan
5.4 mi
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Hidalgo
6.5 mi
78539
Edinburg
6.7 mi
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Donna
6.8 mi
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Pharr
8.3 mi
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Weslaco
8.4 mi
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Penitas
9.2 mi
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Mcallen
9.3 mi
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Linn
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Other ZIP Codes in Mcallen

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of ZIP code 78501?

ZIP code 78501 (Mcallen, TX) has a total population of 58,935 according to the 2024 American Community Survey.

What is the median household income in ZIP code 78501?

The median household income in ZIP code 78501 is $48,071 per year, based on 2024 Census Bureau data.

What city is ZIP code 78501 in?

ZIP code 78501 is primarily located in Mcallen, Texas (TX).

What is the median home value in ZIP code 78501?

The median home value in ZIP code 78501 is $161,000, based on the 2024 American Community Survey 5-year estimates.

What is the median age in ZIP code 78501?

The median age in ZIP code 78501 is 36.00 years, compared to the national median of 38.9 years.