ZIP Code 78836 in Catarina, TX

Data Last Updated: October 1, 2025
City:Catarina, Texas
County:Dimmit County
Timezone:Central (GMT -06:00)
Local Time:8:16:10 PM
Population:85 [See All]
Area Code:830
Classification:PO Box
Coordinates:28.3598, -99.5860
Land Area:81.052 sq mi
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Population & Demographics


ZIP Code 78836 has 85 residents and 29 households (average 2.93 persons per household). The median age is 57.8 years, significantly older than the state (35.6) and significantly older than the nation (38.8). The gender split is 47.1% male and 52.9% female, which is slightly lower than the state male share (49.4%), making this a female-majority area. Largest groups are Hispanic or Latino (89.4%) and White (57.6%, much higher than the state average of 50.1%); Hispanic or Latino residents make up 89.4%, which is much higher than the national average (18.7%), and Other / Two or More Races share is much higher than both the state (13.6%) and national averages (8.4%).

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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:85Source: Census DHC
2023 ACS Population Estimate:83Source: Census ACS
2025 ZC Population Estimate:117Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Population Density:1.0 people per sq mile
Average Income:$83,000Source: Census ACS
Households:29Source: Census DHC
Average House Value:$0Source: Census ACS
Persons Per Household:2.93Source: Census DHC
Average Family Size:4.32Source: Census ACS

Population Over Time (with 2010 & 2020 Census Benchmarks)


Group20102011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Census ACS Population Estimate--5531204514614616516222880846583
Decennial Census128------------------85------
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: 57.8

Male Median Age: 55

Female Median Age: 59.8

Group< 55-910-1415-1920-2425-2930-3435-3940-4445-4950-5455-5960-6465-6970-7475-7980-8485+
Male211022223142463320
Female021123411224682312
Total23214563436610145632
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Population by Race


White:4933.56%
Black:00%
Hispanic:*7652.05%
Asian:00%
American Indian:00%
Hawaiian:00%
Other:2114.38%
Total:146100%
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:4047.06%55.0 years
Females:4552.94%59.8 years
Total:85100%57.8 years
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Nativity & Citizenship


Native, born in the United States:2934.94%
Native, born in PR, Island Areas, or abroad:00.00%
Foreign born, naturalized U.S. citizen:1214.46%
Foreign born, not a U.S. citizen:4265.06%
Total Population:83100%
Total Native Population:2934.94%
Total Foreign-born Population:5465.06%
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 $83,000, which is much higher than the state median ($76,292), is up $58,461 (238.2%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $64,923. Family households earn a median of $0 versus $0 for nonfamily households (a difference of $0). By gender, male median income is $0 and female is $0, which is well under the state female median ($49,838), with a current gap of $0 that has stayed about the same from 2011 to 2023. The labor-force participation rate is 40.0%, which is far less than the state rate (65.3%). The unemployment rate is 0.0%, which is markedly below the national rate (5.2%). The largest occupation group is Management (46.7%).

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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$24,539$34,779$0$38,125$0$23,182$0$18,462$18,077$0$61,591$67,396$83,000
Median Family Income$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$18,942$0$71,667$74,167$0$0
Median NonFamily Income$0$34,779$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0
Median Male Income$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0
Median Female Income$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. 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:3040.00%
Unemployed:00.00%
Not In Labor Force:4560.00%
Total:75100%
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:1446.67%
Service:00.00%
Sales and Office:1136.67%
Natural resources, construction, and maintenance:00.00%
Production, transportation, and material moving:516.67%
Total Civilian Employed Population:30100%
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 $0, which is considerably lower than the state median ($260,400), is down $19,100 (100.00%) since 2011 and below its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $36,900. 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. Insufficient data for owner/renter mix. Insufficient data for vacancy rate.

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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$19,100$19,600$0$27,500$37,600$38,100$39,100$38,000$36,900$0$0$0$0
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Gross Rent Paid


Less than $500:00.00%
$500 to $999:00.00%
$1,000 to $1,499:00.00%
$1,500 to $1,999:00.00%
$2,000 to $2,499:00.00%
$2,500 to $2,999:00.00%
$3,000 or more:00.00%
No Rent:11100.00%
Total:11100%
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):00.00%
Owner Occupied (free and clear, no mortgage):1557.69%
Renter Occupied:1142.31%
Total Occupied Housing Units:26100%

Occupied Housing Units:2656.52%
Vacant Housing Units (not graphed):2043.48%
Total Housing Units:46100%
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:2452.17%
Multi-Family Units:00.00%
Other Units:2247.83%
Total Housing Units:46100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Education, Health & Community


In 2023, 0.00% of adults (25+) have a bachelor's degree or higher, which is comparable to the national rate (35.00%). High school or higher is 28.00%, which is far lower than the national rate (89.40%). The uninsured rate is 28.90%, which is comparable to the national rate (8.60%). The share of people in poverty is 0.00%, which is on par with the state rate (10.50%), and below its 2019 pre-pandemic level by 7.90 percentage points. Poverty has been broadly stable, which may reflect structural barriers or offsetting gains and setbacks. Among residents ages 3+, the largest enrollment group is elementary (100.00%). College enrollment is 0.00%, 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:2533.33%
9th to 12th grade, no diploma:2938.67%
High school graduate (includes equivalency):1013.33%
Some college, no degree:1114.67%
Associate's degree:00.00%
Bachelor's degree:00.00%
Graduate or professional degree:00.00%
Total:75100%
High school or higher:2128.00%
Bachelor's degree or higher:00.00%
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:5956.19%
Public Insurance:2220.95%
No Insurance:2422.86%
Total:105100%
Has Health Insurance:8177.14%
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 Poverty0.0%-666,666,666.0%-666,666,666.0%0.0%0.0%0.0%8.3%7.7%7.9%21.4%21.4%0.0%0.0%
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):8100.00%
High school (grades 9-12):00.00%
College or graduate school:00.00%
Total:8100%
Early Childhood:00.00%
K-12 (Primary & Secondary School):8100.00%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

Business & Employment Statistics


ZIP Code 78836 supports both business and residential activity. According to the Business Census (2023), there are 9 business establishments, employing about 57 people with an annual payroll of $4,918,000. USPS data shows 40 residential mailboxes and 4 business mailboxes, reflecting local delivery coverage.

# Residential Mailboxes:40Source: USPS
# Business Mailboxes:4Source: USPS
Total Delivery Receptacles:211Source: USPS
Single Family Delivery Units:10Source: USPS
Multi Family Delivery Units:0Source: USPS
# of Businesses:9Source: CBP
1st Quarter Payroll:$1,449,000Source: CBP
Annual Payroll:$4,918,000Source: CBP
# of Employees:57Source: CBP

Geography, Land Area, & Statistical Classifications


ZIP Code 78836 is located in Dimmit County, Texas, within the Metropolitan Statistical Area (CBSA ) and Texas's 23rd Congressional District. This area has a population of 0 people, about 0.00% of whom live in ZIP Code 78836. It covers 81.052 sq mi of land and a water area of 0.273 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:81.052 sq miSource: Census
Water Area:0.273 sq miSource: Census
Congressional District:23Source: USPS
Congressional Land Area:58059.18 sq miSource: Census
PMSA:Source: Census
Intro Date:< 2004-10Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Place FIPS Code:4813324Source: Census
Place Name:Catarina CDP; TexasSource: Census

Adjacent & Nearby ZIP Codes


78837 | | 78834

Schools in ZIP Code 78836


We could not locate which school district 78836 belongs to, but we will update this once new district data is released. There are no public schools nor private schools with a mailing address in this ZIP Code. Listing Nearby schools instead. It also has 6 colleges, universities or post secondary education institutions nearby which would be a short commute to.

Carrizo Springs J H 286 Fm Rd 1556
Carrizo Springs, TX 78834
District: Carrizo Springs Consolidated Independent School DistrictNearby
Carrizo Springs H S 335 Fm Rd 1917
Carrizo Springs, TX 78834
District: Carrizo Springs Consolidated Independent School DistrictNearby
Carrizo Springs Int 451 Hwy 85 E
Carrizo Springs, TX 78834
District: Carrizo Springs Consolidated Independent School DistrictNearby
Carrizo Springs El 605 N 9th St
Carrizo Springs, TX 78834
District: Carrizo Springs Consolidated Independent School DistrictNearby
Wintergarten Christian School 301 W Uvalde St
Crystal City, TX 78839
District: Private SchoolNearby
United Day School 1701 San Isidro Pkwy
Laredo, TX 78045
District: Private SchoolNearby
Mary Help Of Christians School 10 E Del Mar Blvd
Laredo, TX 78041
District: Private SchoolNearby

Colleges & Post Secondary Schools near ZIP Code 78836


Laredo Chi Academy Beauty School 1710 Peaceful Meadow Court
Laredo, TX 78041-6540
Type: Post Secondary
Texas A & M International University 5201 University Blvd
Laredo, TX 78041-1900
Type: Post Secondary
The Professional Cosmetology Academy 1407 Calle Del Norte Suite 116
Laredo, TX 78041-5930
Type: Post Secondary
Laredo Beauty College Inc 3020 N Meadow Ave
Laredo, TX 78040
Type: Post Secondary
Laredo College West End Washington St
Laredo, TX 78040-4395
Type: Post Secondary
Nuvani Institute-Uvalde 122 West North Street
Uvalde, TX 78801-5242
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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