Zip Code 78572
Mission, Texas — Hidalgo County
📍 ZIP code 78572 is in Mission, Hidalgo County, Texas.
ZIP code 78572 is located in Mission, Hidalgo County, Texas. It is a zip code in the Central (CST/CDT) Time Zone with an estimated population of 78,197. The area code for ZIP code 78572 is 979.
Quick Answer
Zip code 78572 is in Mission, Texas (Hidalgo County). It has a population of 78,197, median household income of $54,029, and median home value of $121,900.
Population
78,197
Income
$54,029
Home Value
$121,900
Climate
95°F / 47°F
About Zip Code 78572
Zip code 78572 is located in Mission, Texas, within Hidalgo County. Home to approximately 78,197 residents, this area sits at an elevation of 136 ft and falls within the Central (CST/CDT) timezone. The local area code is 979.
The median household income is $54,029 per year, which is below the national median of $70,784. Homes in this zip code have a median value of $121,900, and the cost of living index is 60 (40% below the national average of 100).
Summers average a high of 95°F while winters drop to 47°F. The area receives about 20 in of rain annually. The zip code covers 77.7 square miles of land area and 1 square miles of water.
Key Statistics
78,197
$54,029
$121,900
Central (CST/CDT)
979
136 ft
77.7 sq mi
38.2
32,696
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Compare With Nearby Zip Codes
| Metric | 78572 | 78560 | 78501 | 78576 | 78504 | 78503 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| City | Mission, TX | La Joya, TX | Mcallen, TX | Mission, TX | Mcallen, TX | Mcallen, TX |
| Population | 78,197 | 4,618 | 59,095 | 13,902 | 61,816 | 22,566 |
| Median Income | $54,029 | $51,739 | $49,451 | $48,205 | $77,627 | $48,765 |
| Home Value | $121,900 | $114,400 | $149,000 | $116,600 | $203,900 | $130,100 |
| Cost of Living | 60 | 60 | 60 | 60 | 77 | 60 |
| Median Age | 38.2 | 29.6 | 36.8 | 20.8 | 32.5 | 32.1 |
Cost of Living
100 = National Average. Mission's cost of living is 40% below the national average.
vs. State Avg
Below
Affordability
Very Affordable
Income-to-Home
2.3x
Demographics
Zip code 78572 has a population of 78,197 people with a median age of 38.2. There are 32,696 housing units in this area.
Racial & Ethnic Composition
Source: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey estimates.
Population History
Mission (78572) population trend from 2010 to 2024
↑ 20.2%Source: U.S. Census Bureau estimates and American Community Survey data.
Climate & Weather
95°F
47°F
20 in
0 in
Mission experiences hot summers with average highs around 95°F. Winters are mild with lows averaging 47°F. The area receives virtually no snowfall.
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Housing & Economy
Median Home Value
$121,900
Median Household Income
$54,029
With 32,696 housing units across 77.7 square miles, 78572 has a housing density of 421 units per square mile. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.3x.
Location & Geography
Latitude
26.2294°
Longitude
-98.3786°
Land Area
77.7 sq mi
Water Area
1 sq mi
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Computed from U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year Estimates by the Zip Code Near Me Data Team.
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What zip code is Mission, Texas?
Mission, Texas uses zip code 78572 along with 2 other zip codes.
What county is zip code 78572 in?
Zip code 78572 is located in Hidalgo County, Texas.
What is the population of zip code 78572?
The population of zip code 78572 is 78,197 with a median age of 38.2.
Is 78572 in Mission, Texas?
Yes, zip code 78572 is in Mission, Hidalgo County, Texas. The area code is 979.
Frequently Asked Questions
What city is zip code 78572 in?
Zip code 78572 is in Mission, Texas. It is part of Hidalgo County and uses the Central (CST/CDT) timezone.
What is zip code 78572?
Zip code 78572 is a U.S. postal code in Mission, Texas (Hidalgo County). It has a population of 78,197 and covers 77.7 square miles.
What is the population of zip code 78572?
The population of zip code 78572 (Mission, TX) is 78,197 with a median age of 38.2. There are approximately 32,696 housing units in this area.
What is the median income in zip code 78572?
The median household income in zip code 78572 (Mission, TX) is $54,029 per year. The cost of living index is 60 (100 = national average).
What is the average home price in zip code 78572?
The median home value in zip code 78572 (Mission, TX) is $121,900. The cost of living index is 60 compared to the national average of 100.
What county is zip code 78572 in?
Zip code 78572 is located in Hidalgo County, Texas. The primary city is Mission.
What is the area code for zip code 78572?
Zip code 78572 in Mission, TX uses area code 979. It is located in the Central (CST/CDT) timezone.
Is zip code 78572 a good place to live?
Zip code 78572 (Mission, TX) has a cost of living index of 60 (100 = national average), a median household income of $54,029, and median home values of $121,900. The median age is 38.2. Visit the full page for demographics, climate, and nearby zip code comparisons.
What is the cost of living in zip code 78572?
The cost of living index for zip code 78572 (Mission, TX) is 60, where 100 represents the national average. This area is below the national average. Median home value: $121,900.
What schools serve zip code 78572?
Zip code 78572 in Mission, Texas is served by the local school district of Hidalgo County. For specific school information, check your state's department of education or GreatSchools.org.
All demographic data on this page is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates. ZIP code boundary and delivery data is sourced from the United States Postal Service (USPS). Data is updated periodically and may not reflect the most current figures. Census Bureau ZIP Code Tabulation Areas (ZCTAs) may differ slightly from USPS ZIP code boundaries.
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