ZIP Code 78550, Texas
ZIP Code 78550 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 78550 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Cameron County, Texas. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 53,335. The land area covers 94.19 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 53,335 | ±1,907 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 33.6 yrs | ±1.3 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 19,733 | ±683 | 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 | 22,468 | ±674 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 19,733 | ±683 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 2,735 | ±368 |
| Median Home Value | $131,100 | ±$9,409 |
| Median Gross Rent | $900 | ±$39 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $49,007 | ±$2,670 |
| Per Capita Income | $25,915 | ±$1,450 |
| Poverty Rate | 24.4% | ±3.1% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 12,846 | ±1,682 |
| Unemployment Rate | 5.5% | ±1.6% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 22,344 | ±1,162 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 81.7% | ±2.1% |
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: 431,874 (2024)
ID: 187610
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: COUNTY JUDGE
1100 E MONROE ST, BROWNSVILLE TX 78520-5883
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alternative School Nearby | 09-11 | SAN BENITO, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | SAN BENITO, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | HARLINGEN, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | HARLINGEN, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | SAN BENITO, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | HARLINGEN, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | HARLINGEN, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | LA FERIA, TX | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 08-12 | SAN BENITO, TX | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 10 | HARLINGEN, 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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Southern Careers Institute-Harlingen
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College | 3.7 mi away | 1122 Morgan Boulevard, Harlingen, TX, 78550 |
5124377500
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HARLINGEN PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 4.4 mi away | 410 76 DR, HARLINGEN, TX, 78550 |
(956) 216-5800
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UCAS University of Cosmetology Arts & Sciences-Harlingen
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College Vocational | 4.1 mi away | 801 N. 13th Street Suite 2, Harlingen, TX, 78550-5034 |
9564121212
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RIO HONDO PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 5.2 mi away | 121 N ARROYO BLVD, RIO HONDO, TX, 78583 |
(956) 748-3322
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Advanced Barber College and Hair Design
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College Vocational | 20.2 mi away | 2818 S International, Weslaco, TX, 78596 |
9569690341
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SAN BENITO PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 8.5 mi away | 101 W ROSE ST, SAN BENITO, TX, 78586 |
(956) 361-3860
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Valley Grande Institute for Academic Studies
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College Vocational | 21.4 mi away | 345 S. Texas Blvd., Weslaco, TX, 78596 |
9569731945
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BAILEY H DUNLAP MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 12.2 mi away | 400 S MAIN ST, LA FERIA, TX, 78559 |
(956) 797-1242
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South Texas Vocational Technical Institute-Weslaco
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College Vocational | 21.9 mi away | 1600 North Westgate Drive, Suite 400, Weslaco, TX, 78599 |
9569691564
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ETHEL L WHIPPLE MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 17.0 mi away | 402 W OCEAN BLVD, LOS FRESNOS, TX, 78566 |
(956) 233-5330
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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 HARLINGEN RIO GRANDE AP, TX US, located 2.0 miles from ZCTA5 78550. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 71.7° | 49.8° | 60.8° | 1.05" | — |
| February | 75.9° | 53.9° | 64.9° | 0.73" | — |
| March | 81.0° | 59.4° | 70.2° | 1.31" | — |
| April | 86.5° | 65.2° | 75.8° | 1.46" | — |
| May | 91.4° | 71.0° | 81.2° | 2.50" | — |
| June | 95.0° | 74.6° | 84.8° | 2.26" | — |
| July | 96.2° | 75.3° | 85.8° | 1.76" | — |
| August | 97.2° | 75.3° | 86.2° | 1.92" | — |
| September | 92.2° | 72.5° | 82.3° | 5.31" | — |
| October | 87.6° | 65.6° | 76.6° | 2.71" | — |
| November | 79.3° | 57.4° | 68.4° | 1.81" | — |
| December | 73.2° | 51.6° | 62.4° | 1.22" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lasana CDP | CDP | 1.9 mi | — |
| Combes town | Town | 4.0 mi | — |
| Harlingen city | City | 4.8 mi | — |
| Rio Hondo city | City | 5.3 mi | — |
| Juarez CDP | CDP | 5.6 mi | — |
| Arroyo Colorado Estates CDP | CDP | 5.8 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 78550. • 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.