ZIP Code 78590 in San Perlita, TX

Data Last Updated: October 1, 2025
City:San Perlita, Texas
County:Willacy County
Timezone:Central (GMT -06:00)
Local Time:8:10:17 PM
Population:468 [See All]
Area Code:956
Classification:PO Box
Coordinates:26.4500, -97.5836
Land Area:1.001 sq mi
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Population & Demographics


ZIP Code 78590 has 468 residents and 125 households (average 3.74 persons per household). The median age is 36.5 years, about the same as the state (35.6) and slightly younger than the nation (38.8). The gender split is 54.1% male and 45.9% female, which is higher than the national male share (49.1%), making this a male-majority area. Largest groups are Hispanic or Latino (95.9%) and White (56.8%, higher than the state average of 50.1%); Hispanic or Latino residents make up 95.9%, which is much higher than the national average (18.7%).

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Source: U.S. Census 2020 Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC) and U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates.
2020 Population:468Source: Census DHC
2023 ACS Population Estimate:449Source: Census ACS
2025 ZC Population Estimate:0Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Population Density:467.5 people per sq mile
Average Income:$77,750Source: Census ACS
Households:125Source: Census DHC
Average House Value:$54,500Source: Census ACS
Persons Per Household:3.74Source: Census DHC
Average Family Size:4.00Source: Census ACS

Population Over Time (with 2010 & 2020 Census Benchmarks)


Group20102011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Census ACS Population Estimate--351308341303329312288366354298622711449
Decennial Census289------------------468------
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP05. DEMOGRAPHIC AND HOUSING ESTIMATES

Population by Age & Gender (Total, Male, Female)


Median Age: 36.5

Male Median Age: 34.5

Female Median Age: 38.1

Group< 55-910-1415-1920-2425-2930-3435-3940-4445-4950-5455-5960-6465-6970-7475-7980-8485+
Male172013251719161413121616201131083
Female619191512161312128151217169644
Total23393240293529262520312837271216127
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Population by Race


White:26634.23%
Black:91.16%
Hispanic:*44957.79%
Asian:00%
American Indian:10.13%
Hawaiian:00%
Other:526.69%
Total:777100%
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)
* NOTE: Hispanic or Latino is an ethnicity, not a race. This means individuals who identify as Hispanic will also be included in one of the race categories (such as White or Black). As a result, the totals shown here may exceed 100% when Hispanic is displayed alongside racial groups.

Gender Breakdown


GenderCount%Median Age
Males:25354.06%34.5 years
Females:21545.94%38.1 years
Total:468100%36.5 years
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Nativity & Citizenship


Native, born in the United States:39988.86%
Native, born in PR, Island Areas, or abroad:112.45%
Foreign born, naturalized U.S. citizen:122.67%
Foreign born, not a U.S. citizen:278.69%
Total Population:449100%
Total Native Population:41091.31%
Total Foreign-born Population:398.69%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS
Note: Nativity and Citizenship derived from American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates. Total Population listed here will not match official ZIP Code population totals, which are based on the Decennial Census.

Income & Employment


In 2023, the Median household income is $77,750, which is slightly above the state median ($76,292), is up $44,937 (136.9%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $36,375. Family households earn a median of $71,375 versus $0 for nonfamily households (a difference of $71,375). By gender, male median income is $41,786 and female is $37,344, which is much lower than the national female median ($53,445), with a current gap of $4,442 that has widened from 2011 to 2023. The labor-force participation rate is 68.4%, which is well above the national rate (63.5%). The unemployment rate is 2.6%, which is much lower than the national rate (5.2%). The largest occupation group is Management (36.4%).

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Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Using data from Tables DP02, DP03, DP04 and DP05.

Median Income Over Time (Household, Family, Nonfamily, Male, Female)


Income Type2011201220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Median Household Income$32,813$32,679$32,083$26,667$35,938$36,042$26,875$39,583$41,375$40,357$31,250$32,857$77,750
Median Family Income$40,000$34,821$33,472$27,500$35,625$37,083$38,000$41,071$45,625$43,750$38,333$33,929$71,375
Median NonFamily Income$9,219$9,000$8,333$8,750$0$13,750$11,500$13,929$13,750$13,750$13,068$0$0
Median Male Income$25,227$25,375$22,019$22,031$0$34,167$35,625$36,563$37,083$36,500$45,500$29,872$41,786
Median Female Income$22,054$22,857$22,083$22,125$0$27,250$20,000$26,250$0$16,500$24,306$33,125$37,344
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Average Household Income


Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Employment Status


Employed:26166.58%
Unemployed:71.79%
Not In Labor Force:12431.63%
Total:392100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Employment by Occupation (Civilian Employed Population, 16 and Over)


Management, business, science, and arts:9536.40%
Service:7829.89%
Sales and Office:3011.49%
Natural resources, construction, and maintenance:176.51%
Production, transportation, and material moving:4115.71%
Total Civilian Employed Population:261100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS.

Housing & Affordability


In 2023, the median home value is $54,500, which is much lower than the national median ($303,400), is up $15,700 (40.46%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $18,900. The median gross rent is $0, which is far less than the state median ($1,339), and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $0. Of occupied housing, owners make up 100.00% (47.71% with a mortgage, 52.29% free-and-clear) and renters 0.00% - making this ZIP Code more home ownership than the state and under national rental averages. The vacancy rate is 31.45%, which is far higher than the state rate (9.62%).

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Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Using data from Table DP03, SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS.

Median Home Value (Comparison)


Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Median Home Value Over Time


Group2011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Median Home Value$38,800$36,600$36,900$31,800$34,100$33,000$33,400$33,600$35,600$37,000$41,000$47,800$54,500
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Gross Rent Paid


Less than $500:00%
$500 to $999:00%
$1,000 to $1,499:00%
$1,500 to $1,999:00%
$2,000 to $2,499:00%
$2,500 to $2,999:00%
$3,000 or more:00%
No Rent:00%
Total:0100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Median Gross Rent Over Time


Group2011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Median Rent$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Housing Occupancy


Owner Occupied (with mortgage):5247.71%
Owner Occupied (free and clear, no mortgage):5752.29%
Renter Occupied:00.00%
Total Occupied Housing Units:109100%

Occupied Housing Units:10968.55%
Vacant Housing Units (not graphed):5031.45%
Total Housing Units:159100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Housing Type (Single-Family, Multi-Family, Other)


Single-Family Units:12880.50%
Multi-Family Units:00.00%
Other Units:3119.50%
Total Housing Units:159100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Education, Health & Community


In 2023, 15.50% 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 78.20%, which is comparable to the national rate (89.40%). The uninsured rate is 21.60%, which is far higher than the national rate (8.60%). Public coverage is 23.20%, which is falls below the national rate (36.30%). The share of people in poverty is 12.80%, which is comparable to the national rate (8.70%), down 13.70 percentage points since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by 1.20 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 high school (43.53%). College enrollment is 20.00%, which is comparable to the national rate (26.70%), meaning the community mirrors broader higher-education participation.

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Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Using data from Tables DP02 and DP03.

Educational Attainment of Adults (25 and Older)


Less than 9th grade:4314.19%
9th to 12th grade, no diploma:237.59%
High school graduate (includes equivalency):12541.25%
Some college, no degree:4213.86%
Associate's degree:237.59%
Bachelor's degree:3912.87%
Graduate or professional degree:82.64%
Total:303100%
High school or higher:23778.22%
Bachelor's degree or higher:4715.51%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

Health Insurance Coverage by Type (Private, Public, Uninsured)


Private Insurance:27557.77%
Public Insurance:10421.85%
No Insurance:9720.38%
Total:476100%
Has Health Insurance:37979.62%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Percentage of People in Poverty Over Time (2011-2023)


Group2011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
% of People in Poverty26.5%21.8%25.4%31.3%22.9%22.2%25.8%17.6%11.6%15.4%43.6%50.8%12.8%
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

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.

School Enrollment by Education Level (Ages 3 and Older)


Nursery School, Preschool:00.00%
Kindergarten:00.00%
Elementary school (grades 1-8):3136.47%
High school (grades 9-12):3743.53%
College or graduate school:1720.00%
Total:85100%
Early Childhood:00.00%
K-12 (Primary & Secondary School):6880.00%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

Business & Employment Statistics


ZIP Code 78590 is designated for PO Box delivery only; business establishment and employment data are not available.

# Residential Mailboxes:0Source: USPS
# Business Mailboxes:0Source: USPS
Total Delivery Receptacles:2,384Source: USPS
Single Family Delivery Units:0Source: USPS
Multi Family Delivery Units:0Source: USPS
# of Businesses:0Source: CBP
1st Quarter Payroll:$0Source: CBP
Annual Payroll:$0Source: CBP
# of Employees:0Source: CBP

Geography, Land Area, & Statistical Classifications


ZIP Code 78590 is located in Willacy County, Texas, within the Raymondville, TX Metropolitan Statistical Area (CBSA 39700) and Texas's 34th Congressional District. This Micro area has a population of 20,218 people, about 2.31% of whom live in ZIP Code 78590. It covers 1.001 sq mi of land and a water area of 0.013 sq mi.

CBSA Name:Raymondville, TXSource: Census
CBSA Number:39700Source: Census
CBSA Type:MicroSource: Census
CBSA Division:--Source: Census
CBSA Population:20,218Source: Census
MSA:Source: Census
Land Area:1.001 sq miSource: Census
Water Area:0.013 sq miSource: Census
Congressional District:34Source: USPS
Congressional Land Area:8190.32 sq miSource: Census
PMSA:Source: Census
Intro Date:< 2004-10Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Place FIPS Code:4865636Source: Census
Place Name:San Perlita city; TexasSource: Census

Adjacent & Nearby ZIP Codes


78591 | | 78589

Schools in ZIP Code 78590


ZIP Code 78590 is in the San Perlita Independent School District, which serves grades Pre-Kindergarten thru 12th. There are 3 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.

San Perlita H S E Hwy 186 1 Mi N F M 2209
San Perlita, TX 78590
District: San Perlita Independent School District
San Perlita Middle 1 Mi N F M 2209
San Perlita, TX 78590
District: San Perlita Independent School District
San Perlita El E Hwy 186 1mi N F M 2209
San Perlita, TX 78590
District: San Perlita Independent School District
Marine Military Academy 320 Iwo Jima Blvd
Harlingen, TX 78550
District: Private SchoolNearby
Calvary Christian School 1815 N 7th St
Harlingen, TX 78550
District: Private SchoolNearby
St Albans Episcopal Day School 1417 E Austin Ave
Harlingen, TX 78550
District: Private SchoolNearby

Colleges & Post Secondary Schools near ZIP Code 78590


Southern Careers Institute-Harlingen 1122 Morgan Boulevard
Harlingen, TX 78550
Type: Post Secondary
Ucas University Of Cosmetology Arts & Sciences-Harlingen 801 N. 13th Street Suite 2
Harlingen, TX 78550-5034
Type: Post Secondary
South Texas Training Center 1901 W Hwy 77
San Benito, TX 78586
Type: Post Secondary
Advanced Barber College And Hair Design 2818 S International
Weslaco, TX 78596
Type: Post Secondary
Valley Grande Institute For Academic Studies 345 S. Texas Blvd.
Weslaco, TX 78596
Type: Post Secondary
South Texas Vocational Technical Institute-Weslaco 1600 North Westgate Drive, Suite 400
Weslaco, TX 78599
Type: Post Secondary

Sources & References


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 October 1, 2025.

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    • U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates (ACS) [Annually] [Updated: Annually, As Released]
    • U.S. Census Business Patterns (CBD) [Annually] [Updated: Annually, As Released]
    • U.S. Census American National Standards Institute (ANSI) [Updated: As Released]
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