ZIP Code 78596 — Weslaco, TX

Hidalgo | 2024 Census Data

Key Takeaway

ZIP code 78596 in Weslaco, TX has a population of 39,518 with a median household income of $58,411 and a median home value of $104,000 . The cost of living index is 53.5 (national average = 100).

Population & Age

Total Population
39,518
Median Age
31.70
Male
19,325
Female
20,193

Race & Ethnicity

White
45.5%
Black
0.4%
Hispanic
86.5%
Asian
0.2%
Native American
0.7%
Pacific Islander
0.0%
Two or More
44.2%
Other
9.0%

Income

Median Household
$58,411
Mean Household
$74,401
Per Capita
$24,540
Below Poverty
22.1%

Housing

Median Home Value
$104,000
Median Rent
$936
Total Units
16,329
Occupied
12,731
Owner Occupied
64.1%
Renter Occupied
36.0%
Median Year Built
1991
Vacant
3,598

Education

High School or Higher 76.1%
Bachelor's or Higher 21.2%
Graduate Degree 6.8%

Employment & Commuting

Labor Force
16,580
Unemployment
5.7%
Drive Alone
75.4%
Public Transit
0.0%
Work from Home
7.2%
Avg Commute
N/A

Cost of Living Index

53.5
National average = 100. Below average by 46.5%.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of ZIP code 78596?

ZIP code 78596 (Weslaco, TX) has a total population of 39,518 according to the 2024 American Community Survey.

What is the median household income in ZIP code 78596?

The median household income in ZIP code 78596 is $58,411 per year, based on 2024 Census Bureau data.

What city is ZIP code 78596 in?

ZIP code 78596 is primarily located in Weslaco, Texas (TX).

What is the median home value in ZIP code 78596?

The median home value in ZIP code 78596 is $104,000, based on the 2024 American Community Survey 5-year estimates.

What is the median age in ZIP code 78596?

The median age in ZIP code 78596 is 31.70 years, compared to the national median of 38.9 years.