Zip Code 78596
Weslaco, Texas — Hidalgo County
📍 ZIP code 78596 is in Weslaco, Hidalgo County, Texas.
ZIP code 78596 is located in Weslaco, Hidalgo County, Texas. It is a zip code in the Central (CST/CDT) Time Zone with an estimated population of 38,942. The area code for ZIP code 78596 is 979.
Quick Answer
Zip code 78596 is in Weslaco, Texas (Hidalgo County). It has a population of 38,942, median household income of $53,797, and median home value of $92,800.
Population
38,942
Income
$53,797
Home Value
$92,800
Climate
96°F / 50°F
About Zip Code 78596
Zip code 78596 is located in Weslaco, Texas, within Hidalgo County. Home to approximately 38,942 residents, this area sits at an elevation of 79 ft and falls within the Central (CST/CDT) timezone. The local area code is 979.
The median household income is $53,797 per year, which is below the national median of $70,784. Homes in this zip code have a median value of $92,800, and the cost of living index is 60 (40% below the national average of 100).
Summers average a high of 96°F while winters drop to 50°F. The area receives about 26 in of rain annually. The zip code covers 59.4 square miles of land area and 0.7 square miles of water.
Key Statistics
38,942
$53,797
$92,800
Central (CST/CDT)
979
79 ft
59.4 sq mi
31.5
15,824
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Compare With Nearby Zip Codes
| Metric | 78596 | 78537 | 78570 | 78579 | 78516 | 78543 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| City | Weslaco, TX | Donna, TX | Mercedes, TX | Progreso, TX | Alamo, TX | Elsa, TX |
| Population | 38,942 | 51,346 | 33,596 | 2,548 | 34,960 | 8,608 |
| Median Income | $53,797 | $36,331 | $39,890 | $27,941 | $51,547 | $47,657 |
| Home Value | $92,800 | $74,700 | $83,400 | $0 | $102,900 | $85,900 |
| Cost of Living | 60 | 60 | 60 | 75 | 60 | 60 |
| Median Age | 31.5 | 25.8 | 27.5 | 35.4 | 30.3 | 32 |
Cost of Living
100 = National Average. Weslaco's cost of living is 40% below the national average.
vs. State Avg
Below
Affordability
Very Affordable
Income-to-Home
1.7x
Demographics
Zip code 78596 has a population of 38,942 people with a median age of 31.5. There are 15,824 housing units in this area.
Racial & Ethnic Composition
Source: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey estimates.
Population History
Weslaco (78596) population trend from 2010 to 2024
↑ 13.7%Source: U.S. Census Bureau estimates and American Community Survey data.
Climate & Weather
96°F
50°F
26 in
0 in
Weslaco experiences hot summers with average highs around 96°F. Winters are mild with lows averaging 50°F. The area receives virtually no snowfall.
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Housing & Economy
Median Home Value
$92,800
Median Household Income
$53,797
With 15,824 housing units across 59.4 square miles, 78596 has a housing density of 266 units per square mile. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.7x.
Location & Geography
Latitude
26.1586°
Longitude
-97.9892°
Land Area
59.4 sq mi
Water Area
0.7 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 Weslaco, Texas?
Weslaco, Texas uses zip code 78596.
What county is zip code 78596 in?
Zip code 78596 is located in Hidalgo County, Texas.
What is the population of zip code 78596?
The population of zip code 78596 is 38,942 with a median age of 31.5.
Is 78596 in Weslaco, Texas?
Yes, zip code 78596 is in Weslaco, Hidalgo County, Texas. The area code is 979.
Frequently Asked Questions
What city is zip code 78596 in?
Zip code 78596 is in Weslaco, Texas. It is part of Hidalgo County and uses the Central (CST/CDT) timezone.
What is zip code 78596?
Zip code 78596 is a U.S. postal code in Weslaco, Texas (Hidalgo County). It has a population of 38,942 and covers 59.4 square miles.
What is the population of zip code 78596?
The population of zip code 78596 (Weslaco, TX) is 38,942 with a median age of 31.5. There are approximately 15,824 housing units in this area.
What is the median income in zip code 78596?
The median household income in zip code 78596 (Weslaco, TX) is $53,797 per year. The cost of living index is 60 (100 = national average).
What is the average home price in zip code 78596?
The median home value in zip code 78596 (Weslaco, TX) is $92,800. The cost of living index is 60 compared to the national average of 100.
What county is zip code 78596 in?
Zip code 78596 is located in Hidalgo County, Texas. The primary city is Weslaco.
What is the area code for zip code 78596?
Zip code 78596 in Weslaco, TX uses area code 979. It is located in the Central (CST/CDT) timezone.
Is zip code 78596 a good place to live?
Zip code 78596 (Weslaco, TX) has a cost of living index of 60 (100 = national average), a median household income of $53,797, and median home values of $92,800. The median age is 31.5. Visit the full page for demographics, climate, and nearby zip code comparisons.
What is the cost of living in zip code 78596?
The cost of living index for zip code 78596 (Weslaco, TX) is 60, where 100 represents the national average. This area is below the national average. Median home value: $92,800.
What schools serve zip code 78596?
Zip code 78596 in Weslaco, 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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