ZIP Code 78543 — Elsa, TX

Hidalgo | 2024 Census Data

Key Takeaway

ZIP code 78543 in Elsa, TX has a population of 8,400 with a median household income of $44,527 and a median home value of $87,800 . The cost of living index is 47.0 (national average = 100).

Population & Age

Total Population
8,400
Median Age
33.20
Male
3,856
Female
4,544

Race & Ethnicity

White
23.1%
Black
0.0%
Hispanic
97.3%
Asian
0.0%
Native American
0.0%
Pacific Islander
0.0%
Two or More
69.2%
Other
7.7%

Income

Median Household
$44,527
Mean Household
$59,922
Per Capita
$20,527
Below Poverty
27.6%

Housing

Median Home Value
$87,800
Median Rent
$844
Total Units
3,129
Occupied
2,834
Owner Occupied
74.5%
Renter Occupied
25.5%
Median Year Built
1994
Vacant
295

Education

High School or Higher 78.9%
Bachelor's or Higher 6.6%
Graduate Degree 1.5%

Employment & Commuting

Labor Force
3,480
Unemployment
4.4%
Drive Alone
81.7%
Public Transit
0.0%
Work from Home
4.7%
Avg Commute
N/A

Cost of Living Index

47.0
National average = 100. Below average by 53.1%.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of ZIP code 78543?

ZIP code 78543 (Elsa, TX) has a total population of 8,400 according to the 2024 American Community Survey.

What is the median household income in ZIP code 78543?

The median household income in ZIP code 78543 is $44,527 per year, based on 2024 Census Bureau data.

What city is ZIP code 78543 in?

ZIP code 78543 is primarily located in Elsa, Texas (TX).

What is the median home value in ZIP code 78543?

The median home value in ZIP code 78543 is $87,800, based on the 2024 American Community Survey 5-year estimates.

What is the median age in ZIP code 78543?

The median age in ZIP code 78543 is 33.20 years, compared to the national median of 38.9 years.