ZIP Code 78572 — Alton, TX

Hidalgo | 2024 Census Data

Key Takeaway

ZIP code 78572 in Alton, TX has a population of 78,024 with a median household income of $54,298 and a median home value of $147,300 . The cost of living index is 61.6 (national average = 100).

Population & Age

Total Population
78,024
Median Age
37.80
Male
38,532
Female
39,492

Race & Ethnicity

White
25.3%
Black
1.2%
Hispanic
84.6%
Asian
1.7%
Native American
0.7%
Pacific Islander
0.0%
Two or More
61.9%
Other
9.2%

Income

Median Household
$54,298
Mean Household
$73,495
Per Capita
$25,886
Below Poverty
22.6%

Housing

Median Home Value
$147,300
Median Rent
$902
Total Units
33,000
Occupied
26,723
Owner Occupied
71.0%
Renter Occupied
29.0%
Median Year Built
1997
Vacant
6,277

Education

High School or Higher 76.2%
Bachelor's or Higher 25.4%
Graduate Degree 8.0%

Employment & Commuting

Labor Force
31,721
Unemployment
7.3%
Drive Alone
75.9%
Public Transit
0.1%
Work from Home
9.7%
Avg Commute
N/A

Cost of Living Index

61.6
National average = 100. Below average by 38.4%.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of ZIP code 78572?

ZIP code 78572 (Alton, TX) has a total population of 78,024 according to the 2024 American Community Survey.

What is the median household income in ZIP code 78572?

The median household income in ZIP code 78572 is $54,298 per year, based on 2024 Census Bureau data.

What city is ZIP code 78572 in?

ZIP code 78572 is primarily located in Alton, Texas (TX).

What is the median home value in ZIP code 78572?

The median home value in ZIP code 78572 is $147,300, based on the 2024 American Community Survey 5-year estimates.

What is the median age in ZIP code 78572?

The median age in ZIP code 78572 is 37.80 years, compared to the national median of 38.9 years.