| City: | Encinal, Texas |
| County: | La Salle County |
| Timezone: | Central (GMT -06:00) |
| Local Time: | 9:46:24 AM |
| Population: | 1,483 [See All] |
| Area Codes: | 830 / 956 |
| Classification: | PO Box |
| Coordinates: | 28.1561, -99.0981 |
| Land Area: | 744.573 sq mi |
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Encinal sits along Interstate 35 in La Salle County, Texas, about 50 miles north of Laredo. This small town of 1,483 people serves a dual role: it houses a correctional facility that accounts for 762 residents (51% of the population), and it provides mail services to a 177-square-mile rural territory through PO Boxes and limited rural carrier routes.
The post office maintains 349 PO Boxes for just 235 households. That's an adoption rate of 1.49 boxes per household, meaning the postal facility serves not only local residents but also people throughout the surrounding ranch country. This is a PO Box Only Zone. There's no alternative mail delivery available across the territory.
The town's economy centers on two pillars: the correctional facility and transportation. With 403 of roughly 900 workers employed in transportation, warehousing, and utilities (45% of the workforce), Encinal's location on Interstate 35 and near U.S. Highway 83 shapes local employment. Another 112 workers are in agriculture (12%), and 76 work in public administration (8%).
Mail delivery operates through two rural carrier routes serving scattered ranches and properties along roads like Martineana Road, Coquat Ranch Road, and sections of Interstate 35. The town itself has a small grid of streets including Main Street, Berry Street, and Tejas Avenue. General Delivery is available for those without permanent addresses.
With a median household income of $48,855 and median home values around $105,900, Encinal is a working-class community. The population outside the correctional facility numbers about 721 people living in 235 occupied homes. Owner-occupancy is high at 84% (197 of 235 households). The median age of 39.8 years indicates a middle-aged population, with relatively few young adults and 38 residents age 65 and over.
All mail to Encinal requires a PO Box address:
[Name]
PO Box [###]
Encinal, TX 78019For correctional facility mail, follow institutional protocols provided by the facility.
Street names reflect a highway corridor community with ranch roads (Martineana, Coquat Ranch) and a small town center (Main Street, Berry Street, Tejas Avenue).
ZIP Code 78019 has 1,483 residents and 235 households (average 3.07 persons per household). The median age is 39.8 years, older than the state (35.6) and slightly older than the nation (38.8). The gender split is 73.2% male and 26.8% female, which is much higher than the national male share (49.1%), making this a male-majority area. Largest groups are White (63.9%, much higher than the state average of 50.1%) and Hispanic or Latino (59.6%); Hispanic or Latino residents make up 59.6%, which is much higher than the national average (18.7%).
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| 2020 Population: | 1,483Source: Census DHC |
| 2024 ACS Population Estimate: | 1,836Source: Census ACS |
| 2026 ZC Population Estimate: | 0Source: ZIP-Codes.com |
| Population Density: | 2.0 people per sq mile |
| Average Income: | $50,992Source: Census ACS |
| Households: | 235Source: Census DHC |
| Average House Value: | $81,900Source: Census ACS |
| Persons Per Household: | 3.07Source: Census DHC |
| Average Family Size: | 3.13Source: Census ACS |
| Group | 2010 | 2011 | 2102 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Census ACS Population Estimate | -- | 1,243 | 1,436 | 1,374 | 1,393 | 1,484 | 1,712 | 1,505 | 1,470 | 1,253 | 2,111 | 1,802 | 1,877 | 1,575 | 1,836 |
| Decennial Census | 1,855 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 1,483 | -- | -- | -- | -- |
Median Age: 39.8
Male Median Age: 38.8
Female Median Age: 41.5
| Group | < 5 | 5-9 | 10-14 | 15-19 | 20-24 | 25-29 | 30-34 | 35-39 | 40-44 | 45-49 | 50-54 | 55-59 | 60-64 | 65-69 | 70-74 | 75-79 | 80-84 | 85+ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Male | 18 | 19 | 38 | 57 | 80 | 137 | 99 | 109 | 105 | 85 | 84 | 60 | 41 | 85 | 51 | 10 | 5 | 2 |
| Female | 13 | 19 | 41 | 26 | 34 | 25 | 15 | 15 | 28 | 28 | 24 | 19 | 29 | 24 | 23 | 20 | 8 | 7 |
| Total | 31 | 38 | 79 | 83 | 114 | 162 | 114 | 124 | 133 | 113 | 108 | 79 | 70 | 109 | 74 | 30 | 13 | 9 |
| White: | 947 | 45.59% |
| Black: | 49 | 2.36% |
| Hispanic:* | 884 | 42.56% |
| Asian: | 1 | 0.05% |
| American Indian: | 9 | 0.43% |
| Hawaiian: | 0 | 0% |
| Other: | 187 | 9.00% |
| Total: | 2,077 | 100% |
| Gender | Count | % | Median Age |
|---|---|---|---|
| Males: | 1,085 | 73.16% | 38.8 years |
| Females: | 398 | 26.84% | 41.5 years |
| Total: | 1,483 | 100% | 39.8 years |
| Native, born in the United States: | 1,658 | 90.31% |
| Native, born in PR, Island Areas, or abroad: | 4 | 0.22% |
| Foreign born, naturalized U.S. citizen: | 60 | 3.27% |
| Foreign born, not a U.S. citizen: | 114 | 9.48% |
| Total Population: | 1,836 | 100% |
| Total Native Population: | 1,662 | 90.52% |
| Total Foreign-born Population: | 174 | 9.48% |
In 2024, the Median household income is $50,992, which is far less than the national median ($78,538), is up $29,633 (138.7%) since 2011 and below its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $2,644. Family households earn a median of $51,815 versus $21,250 for nonfamily households (a difference of $30,565). By gender, male median income is $0 and female is $32,011, which is far less than the national female median ($53,445), with a current gap of $32,011 that has narrowed from 2011 to 2024. The labor-force participation rate is 39.8%, which is much lower than the national rate (63.5%). The unemployment rate is 0.0%, which is markedly below the national rate (5.2%). The largest occupation group is Sales (39.9%).
Explore More:Income Over TimeHousehold IncomeEmployment StatusBy Occupation
| Income Type | 2011 | 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $21,359 | $24,127 | $26,232 | $29,018 | $30,446 | $36,875 | $41,875 | $52,802 | $53,636 | $57,463 | $49,750 | $49,306 | $48,855 | $50,992 |
| Median Family Income | $26,023 | $26,250 | $30,134 | $37,917 | $36,250 | $48,056 | $48,000 | $54,957 | $56,250 | $0 | $57,792 | $49,653 | $49,153 | $51,815 |
| Median NonFamily Income | $13,355 | $14,167 | $13,988 | $12,083 | $12,500 | $16,477 | $0 | $18,333 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $9,886 | $22,813 | $21,250 |
| Median Male Income | $44,464 | $41,094 | $32,098 | $31,815 | $31,494 | $31,391 | $31,588 | $32,589 | $33,000 | $33,482 | $33,988 | $36,250 | $40,662 | $0 |
| Median Female Income | $20,694 | $25,893 | $28,375 | $28,750 | $27,039 | $28,750 | $35,781 | $33,750 | $30,625 | $34,271 | $34,306 | $45,242 | $36,389 | $32,011 |
| Employed: | 681 | 39.75% |
| Unemployed: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Not In Labor Force: | 1,032 | 60.25% |
| Total: | 1,713 | 100% |
| Management, business, science, and arts: | 67 | 9.84% |
| Service: | 191 | 28.05% |
| Sales and Office: | 272 | 39.94% |
| Natural resources, construction, and maintenance: | 49 | 7.20% |
| Production, transportation, and material moving: | 102 | 14.98% |
| Total Civilian Employed Population: | 681 | 100% |
In 2024, the median home value is $81,900, which is far less than the national median ($303,400), is up $28,000 (51.95%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $25,300. The median gross rent is $814, which is considerably lower than the national median ($1,348), is up $310 (61.51%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $134. Of occupied housing, owners make up 85.82% (9.82% with a mortgage, 90.18% free-and-clear) and renters 14.18% - making this ZIP Code under national rental averages. The vacancy rate is 18.82%, which is far higher than the national rate (10.43%).
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| Group | 2011 | 2102 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $53,900 | $56,600 | $60,800 | $57,900 | $53,400 | $50,500 | $54,300 | $53,700 | $56,600 | $69,900 | $90,900 | $106,500 | $105,900 | $81,900 |
| Less than $500: | 4 | 5.41% |
| $500 to $999: | 70 | 94.59% |
| $1,000 to $1,499: | 0 | 0.00% |
| $1,500 to $1,999: | 0 | 0.00% |
| $2,000 to $2,499: | 0 | 0.00% |
| $2,500 to $2,999: | 0 | 0.00% |
| $3,000 or more: | 0 | 0.00% |
| No Rent: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Total: | 74 | 100% |
| Group | 2011 | 2102 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Median Rent | $504 | $556 | $704 | $721 | $802 | $775 | $770 | $675 | $680 | $721 | $0 | $910 | $842 | $814 |
| Owner Occupied (with mortgage): | 44 | 8.43% |
| Owner Occupied (free and clear, no mortgage): | 404 | 77.39% |
| Renter Occupied: | 74 | 14.18% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units: | 522 | 100% |
| Occupied Housing Units: | 522 | 81.18% |
| Vacant Housing Units (not graphed): | 121 | 18.82% |
| Total Housing Units: | 643 | 100% |
| Single-Family Units: | 364 | 56.61% |
| Multi-Family Units: | 65 | 10.11% |
| Other Units: | 214 | 33.28% |
| Total Housing Units: | 643 | 100% |
In 2024, 14.00% of adults (25+) have a bachelor's degree or higher, which is far lower than the national rate (35.00%). High school or higher is 60.20%, which is far lower than the national rate (89.40%). The uninsured rate is 30.00%, which is far higher than the national rate (8.60%). Private coverage is 42.90%, which is falls below the national rate (67.30%). The share of people in poverty is 12.80%, which is comparable to the national rate (8.70%), down 7.60 percentage points since 2011 and below its 2019 pre-pandemic level by 0.50 percentage points. This points to a pronounced improvement in local conditions - rising incomes, firmer consumer demand, and a stronger tax base. Among residents ages 3+, the largest enrollment group is college (59.48%). College enrollment is 59.48%, which is far higher than the national rate (26.70%), indicating the community is likely a college hub with student-driven housing and services.
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| Less than 9th grade: | 71 | 5.97% |
| 9th to 12th grade, no diploma: | 402 | 33.81% |
| High school graduate (includes equivalency): | 325 | 27.33% |
| Some college, no degree: | 201 | 16.90% |
| Associate's degree: | 23 | 1.93% |
| Bachelor's degree: | 114 | 9.59% |
| Graduate or professional degree: | 53 | 4.46% |
| Total: | 1,189 | 100% |
| High school or higher: | 716 | 60.22% |
| Bachelor's degree or higher: | 167 | 14.05% |
| Private Insurance: | 672 | 39.39% |
| Public Insurance: | 565 | 33.12% |
| No Insurance: | 469 | 27.49% |
| Total: | 1,706 | 100% |
| Has Health Insurance: | 1,237 | 72.51% |
| Group | 2011 | 2102 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| % of People in Poverty | 15.9% | 17.1% | 15.5% | 7.6% | 7.8% | 4.8% | 2.8% | 2.2% | 8.8% | 3.1% | 5.7% | 8.4% | 8.3% | 12.8% |
Note: Counts of Families & People in poverty are not published at the ZIP Code level due to small sample sizes. Percentages shown are survey estimates from the American Community Survey (ACS). They may differ from official poverty statistics. The U.S. Census Bureau defines poverty status by comparing a family's or individual's total income with federal poverty thresholds that vary by family size and composition.
| Nursery School, Preschool: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Kindergarten: | 5 | 1.17% |
| Elementary school (grades 1-8): | 37 | 8.67% |
| High school (grades 9-12): | 131 | 30.68% |
| College or graduate school: | 254 | 59.48% |
| Total: | 427 | 100% |
| Early Childhood: | 5 | 1.17% |
| K-12 (Primary & Secondary School): | 173 | 40.52% |
ZIP Code 78019 supports both business and residential activity. According to the Business Census (2024), there are 17 business establishments, employing about 486 people with an annual payroll of $16,278,000.
| # Residential Mailboxes: | 0Source: USPS |
| # Business Mailboxes: | 0Source: USPS |
| Total Delivery Receptacles: | 510Source: USPS |
| Single Family Delivery Units: | 0Source: USPS |
| Multi Family Delivery Units: | 0Source: USPS |
| # of Businesses: | 17Source: CBP |
| 1st Quarter Payroll: | $3,899,000Source: CBP |
| Annual Payroll: | $16,278,000Source: CBP |
| # of Employees: | 486Source: CBP |
ZIP Code 78019 is located in La Salle County, Texas, within the Metropolitan Statistical Area (CBSA ) and Texas's 23rd and 28th Congressional Districts. This area has a population of 0 people, about 0.00% of whom live in ZIP Code 78019. It covers 744.573 sq mi of land and a water area of 1.695 sq mi.
| CBSA Name: | --Source: Census |
| CBSA Number: | --Source: Census |
| CBSA Type: | --Source: Census |
| CBSA Division: | --Source: Census |
| CBSA Population: | 0Source: Census |
| MSA: | Source: Census |
| Land Area: | 744.573 sq miSource: Census |
| Water Area: | 1.695 sq miSource: Census |
| Congressional District: | 23,28Source: USPS |
| Congressional Land Area: | 58059.18, 9378.53 sq miSource: Census |
| PMSA: | Source: Census |
| Intro Date: | < 2004-10Source: ZIP-Codes.com |
| Place FIPS Code: | 4824240Source: Census |
| Place Name: | Encinal city; TexasSource: Census |
ZIP Code 78019 is in the Cotulla Independent School District, which serves grades Pre-Kindergarten thru 12th. There are 1 public school(s) in this ZIP Code, and we have located 3 private school(s). It also has 6 colleges, universities or post secondary education institutions nearby which would be a short commute to.
Our sources include trusted federal and licensed data from the United States Postal Service, U.S. Census Bureau, U.S. Geological Survey, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, and the National Center for Education Statistics, along with proprietary datasets created by ZIP-Codes.com. Data last updated on February 1, 2026.