ZIP Code 78592, Texas
ZIP Code 78592 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 78592 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Cameron County, Texas. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 677. The land area covers 3.46 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 677 | ±269 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 50.7 yrs | ±8.6 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 253 | ±99 | 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 | 278 | ±101 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 253 | ±99 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 25 | ±23 |
| Median Home Value | $76,700 | ±$8,270 |
| Median Gross Rent | Suppressed | — |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | Suppressed | — |
| Per Capita Income | $17,172 | ±$5,923 |
| Poverty Rate | 37.2% | ±19.9% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 252 | ±168 |
| Unemployment Rate | 0% | ±6.7% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 225 | ±143 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 66.4% | ±24.3% |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | DONNA, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | WESLACO, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | DONNA, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | WESLACO, TX | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 09-11 | SAN BENITO, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | SAN BENITO, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | WESLACO, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | HARLINGEN, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | WESLACO, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | 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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Advanced Barber College and Hair Design
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College Vocational | 8.4 mi away | 2818 S International, Weslaco, TX, 78596 |
9569690341
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BAILEY H DUNLAP MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 6.6 mi away | 400 S MAIN ST, LA FERIA, TX, 78559 |
(956) 797-1242
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Valley Grande Institute for Academic Studies
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College Vocational | 11.1 mi away | 345 S. Texas Blvd., Weslaco, TX, 78596 |
9569731945
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DR HECTOR P GARCIA MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 7.1 mi away | 434 S OHIO ST, MERCEDES, TX, 78570 |
(956) 565-2371
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South Texas Vocational Technical Institute-Weslaco
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College Vocational | 12.6 mi away | 1600 North Westgate Drive, Suite 400, Weslaco, TX, 78599 |
9569691564
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MAYOR JOE V SANCHEZ PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 11.0 mi away | 525 S KANSAS AVE, WESLACO, TX, 78596 |
(956) 968-4533
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UCAS University of Cosmetology Arts & Sciences-Harlingen
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College Vocational | 13.9 mi away | 801 N. 13th Street Suite 2, Harlingen, TX, 78550-5034 |
9564121212
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HARLINGEN PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 13.5 mi away | 410 76 DR, HARLINGEN, TX, 78550 |
(956) 216-5800
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Southern Careers Institute-Harlingen
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College | 14.5 mi away | 1122 Morgan Boulevard, Harlingen, TX, 78550 |
5124377500
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SAN BENITO PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 14.6 mi away | 101 W ROSE ST, SAN BENITO, TX, 78586 |
(956) 361-3860
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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 WESLACO, TX US, located 11.1 miles from ZCTA5 78592. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 71.3° | 50.0° | 60.7° | 1.02" | — |
| February | 75.4° | 53.5° | 64.4° | 0.95" | — |
| March | 80.7° | 60.1° | 70.4° | 1.45" | — |
| April | 86.3° | 65.1° | 75.7° | 1.46" | — |
| May | 90.3° | 71.5° | 80.9° | 2.61" | — |
| June | 94.6° | 75.5° | 85.1° | 2.79" | — |
| July | 95.7° | 76.5° | 86.1° | 2.24" | — |
| August | 97.3° | 76.4° | 86.9° | 1.87" | — |
| September | 92.0° | 72.8° | 82.4° | 5.64" | — |
| October | 87.2° | 66.0° | 76.6° | 2.84" | — |
| November | 79.9° | 58.4° | 69.2° | 1.61" | — |
| December | 72.0° | 51.6° | 61.8° | 1.25" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Santa Maria CDP | CDP | 1.0 mi | — |
| Iglesia Antigua CDP | CDP | 1.8 mi | — |
| Bluetown CDP | CDP | 1.9 mi | — |
| Relampago CDP | CDP | 4.0 mi | — |
| Bixby CDP | CDP | 5.7 mi | — |
| La Feria city | City | 6.6 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 78592. • 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.