ZIP Code 78059, Texas
ZIP Code 78059 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 78059 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Medina County, Texas. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 7,061. The land area covers 40.54 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,061 | ±1,204 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 35.8 yrs | ±2.8 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 2,081 | ±374 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).
Housing & Real Estate Profile
| Housing Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Total Housing Units | 2,230 | ±377 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 2,081 | ±374 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 149 | ±108 |
| Median Home Value | $184,100 | ±$34,220 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,208 | ±$405 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $74,940 | ±$8,380 |
| Per Capita Income | $25,696 | ±$3,439 |
| Poverty Rate | 6.1% | ±4.2% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 432 | ±305 |
| Unemployment Rate | 3.3% | ±2.4% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 2,656 | ±580 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 86.4% | ±8.4% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Local Government & Public Administration
Authoritative general-purpose local government units serving this area
U.S. Census Bureau GUS (2026) / GMAF
| Government Unit | Unit Type | Jurisdiction Role | Contact / Address |
|---|---|---|---|
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GUS Population: 55,619 (2024)
ID: 175922
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: COUNTY JUDGE
1100 16TH ST, STE 101, HONDO TX 78861-1841
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | SAN ANTONIO, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | SAN ANTONIO, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | SAN ANTONIO, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | CASTROVILLE, TX | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 08-12 | DEVINE, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | DEVINE, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | 03-05 | DEVINE, TX | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 09-12 | DEVINE, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | DEVINE, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | ATASCOSA, TX |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Palo Alto College
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College | 20.2 mi away | 1400 W Villaret Blvd, San Antonio, TX, 78224-2499 |
2104863000
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NATALIA VETERANS MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 1.2 mi away | 501 THIRD ST, NATALIA, TX, 78059 |
(210) 213-1990
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Texas A&M University-San Antonio
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College | 20.7 mi away | One University Way, San Antonio, TX, 78224 |
2107841000
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LYTLE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 3.7 mi away | 19325 W FM 2790 S, LYTLE, TX, 78052 |
(830) 709-4142
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Baptist University of the Americas
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College | 21.0 mi away | 2418 W. Ansley Blvd., San Antonio, TX, 78224-1443 |
2109244338200
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DRISCOLL PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 5.2 mi away | 202 E HONDO AVE, DEVINE, TX, 78016 |
(830) 663-2993
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Northwest Vista College
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College | 21.1 mi away | 3535 N. Ellison Drive, San Antonio, TX, 78251 |
2104864000
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CASTROVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 11.6 mi away | 802 LONDON ST, CASTROVILLE, TX, 78009 |
(830) 931-4095
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Hallmark University
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College | 21.3 mi away | 9855 Westover Hills Blvd, San Antonio, TX, 78251 |
2106909000
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JOHNSTON BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 17.5 mi away | 6307 SUN VALLEY DR, SAN ANTONIO, TX, 78227 |
(210) 207-9240
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Distances calculated from authoritative source coordinates. Source: CMS, IMLS, NCES IPEDS.
Climate & Weather Observations
NOAA Monthly Climate Normals
Observation Station: Climate data reflects NOAA 1991–2020 standard normals recorded at LYTLE 3W, TX US, located 3.2 miles from ZCTA5 78059. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 66.2° | 41.9° | 54.1° | 1.74" | 0.0" |
| February | 69.8° | 45.3° | 57.6° | 1.85" | 0.0" |
| March | 76.5° | 52.2° | 64.4° | 2.15" | 0.0" |
| April | 83.0° | 59.4° | 71.2° | 2.32" | 0.0" |
| May | 87.0° | 66.6° | 76.8° | 3.38" | 0.0" |
| June | 94.0° | 72.1° | 83.1° | 2.99" | 0.0" |
| July | 96.0° | 73.4° | 84.7° | 2.06" | 0.0" |
| August | 96.2° | 73.0° | 84.6° | 2.10" | 0.0" |
| September | 91.1° | 69.1° | 80.1° | 4.06" | 0.0" |
| October | 84.0° | 60.3° | 72.1° | 3.42" | 0.0" |
| November | 74.0° | 51.4° | 62.7° | 1.91" | 0.0" |
| December | 66.8° | 43.4° | 55.1° | 1.64" | 0.0" |
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020).
Local Weather Forecast
Weather forecast data is currently unavailable in the local cache.
Nearby Cities & Communities
Listing adjacent communities by spatial proximity (miles)
Proximity discovery
| Community Name | Classification | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Natalia city | City | 0.7 mi | — |
| Lytle city | City | 4.1 mi | — |
| Devine city | City | 4.9 mi | — |
| LaCoste city | City | 8.5 mi | — |
| Bigfoot CDP | CDP | 8.8 mi | — |
| Somerset city | City | 11.4 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 78059. • Official Source Dataset →
- Socioeconomic & Housing Metrics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates and Population Estimates Program (PEP). Margin of Error (MOE) intervals are reported where published; suppressed values are never estimated or replaced with false zeros.
- Civic Directory Datasets: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS Hospital Directory), National Center for Education Statistics (NCES IPEDS Postsecondary Directory), and Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS Public Libraries Survey). Airport landing facilities are provided by airport-data.com.
- Weather & Climate Observations: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 and National Weather Service (NWS) point forecasts.