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78562

Texas · 3,211 residents · 21.474 sq mi
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ZIP 78562 has notably lower household income than the US average, with a median household income of $31,522. Population has held roughly steady since 2024. 5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national rate of 36%. Median home value is $102,400. The poverty rate of 26.2% is well above the national figure. Households here earn about 42% less than the Hidalgo County median. Among the 26 ZIP codes in Hidalgo County, 78562 ranks 24th by median household income.

$31,522
US average: $82,259
$102,400
US average: $376,019
5.2%
US average: 35.6%
Age, sex & households
Under 18
20.9%
Age 65+
10.0%
60.4%
39.6%
3.02 people
Race & ethnicity · 2024
2024
White, non-Hispanic0.4%(13)
Black0%(0)
Hispanic / Latino99%(3,178)
Asian0%(0)
Other0.6%(20)
Diversity Score2.5%(82)
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Commute & vehicles
Work & employment
People & community
Affordability & inequality
Within Hidalgo County
Income rank vs other ZIPs
LOWEST24TH OF 26HIGHEST
Adjacent ZIPs
78501$48,071
78503$53,322
78504$81,905
78516$53,229
Frequently asked

How many people live in ZIP code 78562?

ZIP code 78562 has about 3,211 residents according to the 2024 American Community Survey.

What is the median household income in ZIP code 78562?

The typical household in ZIP code 78562 earns about $31,522 a year. Half of households make more than that, and half make less.

Is ZIP code 78562 expensive?

In ZIP code 78562, the median home is worth about $102,400.

How educated are people in ZIP code 78562?

About 5.2% of adults age 25 and over in ZIP code 78562 hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the poverty rate in ZIP code 78562?

About 26.2% of people in ZIP code 78562 live below the federal poverty line.

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DATA: US CENSUS BUREAU ACS 5-YEAR · ZCTA · UPDATED 2024