78040 ZIP Code
Laredo, Texas
December 30, 2025
| ZIP Code: | 78040 |
| City/Town: | Laredo |
| County: | Webb |
| State: | Texas |
| ZIP Type: | Standard |
| Population: | 36,727 |
| Median Household Income: | $33,819 |
| Per Capita Income: | $23,593 |
| Total Housing Units: | 13,568 |
| Median Home Value: | $101,100 |
| Land Area: | 6.3 sq miles
16.3 sq km |
| Water Area: | 0.1 sq miles
0.3 sq km |
| Coordinates: | 27.5134, -99.5021 |
Population Information (78040 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population: | 36,727 | -- | -- |
| Male: | 17,817 | 48.5% | 49.6% |
| Female: | 18,910 | 51.5% | 50.4% |
| Median Age: | 29.6 yrs | -- | 38.5 yrs |
| Under 5 years: | 3,061 | 8.3% | 5.7% |
| 5 to 9 years: | 3,180 | 8.7% | 6.0% |
| 10 to 14 years: | 3,216 | 8.8% | 6.5% |
| 15 to 19 years: | 3,186 | 8.7% | 6.6% |
| 20 to 24 years: | 3,113 | 8.5% | 6.7% |
| 25 to 34 years: | 4,823 | 13.1% | 13.7% |
| 35 to 44 years: | 3,783 | 10.3% | 12.9% |
| 45 to 54 years: | 3,687 | 10.0% | 12.4% |
| 55 to 59 years: | 2,067 | 5.6% | 6.5% |
| 60 to 64 years: | 1,562 | 4.3% | 6.4% |
| 65 to 74 years: | 2,348 | 6.4% | 9.7% |
| 75 to 84 years: | 1,762 | 4.8% | 4.8% |
| 85 years and over: | 939 | 2.6% | 2.0% |
Housing Information (78040 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median home value: | $101,100 | -- | $281,900 |
| Median rooms: | 4.7 | -- | 5.5 |
| Median rent: | $853 / mo. | -- | $1,268 / mo. |
| Total housing units: | 13,568 | -- | -- |
| Occupied housing units: | 11,438 | 84.3% | 38.0% |
| Vacant housing units: | 2,130 | 15.7% | 4.6% |
| Housing tenure: | -- | -- | -- |
| Owner-occupied: | 4,673 | 40.9% | 64.8% |
| Renter-occupied: | 6,765 | 59.1% | 35.2% |
Educational Attainment (78040 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population 25 years and over: | 20,971 | -- | -- |
| Less than 9th grade: | 5,343 | 25.5% | 4.7% |
| 9th to 12th grade, no diploma: | 4,667 | 22.3% | 6.1% |
| High school graduate: | 4,454 | 21.2% | 26.4% |
| Some college, no degree: | 3,454 | 16.5% | 19.7% |
| Associate degree: | 1,441 | 6.9% | 8.7% |
| Bachelor's degree: | 1,133 | 5.4% | 20.9% |
| Graduate or professional degree: | 479 | 2.3% | 13.7% |
| Percent high school graduate or higher: | -- | 52.3% | 89.1% |
| Percent bachelor's degree or higher: | -- | 7.7% | 34.3% |
Income Information (78040 zip code)
| Value | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|
| Median household income: | $33,819 / yr. | $75,149 / yr. |
| Mean household income: | $48,917 / yr. | $105,833 / yr. |
| Median family income: | $39,881 / yr. | $92,646 / yr. |
| Per capita income: | $23,593 / yr. | $41,261 / yr. |
Employment (78040 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| In labor force: | 14,551 | -- | 63.5% |
| Employed: | 13,672 | 94.0% | 96.4% |
| Unemployed: | 879 | 6.0% | 5.3% |
| Not in labor force: | 12,096 | -- | -- |
| Class of Worker: | -- | -- | -- |
| Private wage and salary: | 11,661 | 85.3% | 79.7% |
| Government workers: | 1,068 | 7.8% | 14.2% |
| Self-employed: | 913 | 6.7% | 5.9% |
| Unpaid family workers: | 30 | 0.2% | 0.1% |
Race & Ethnicity (78040 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Race (one race): | -- | -- | -- |
| White: | 17,567 | 47.8% | 61.6% |
| Black or African American: | 120 | 0.3% | 12.4% |
| American Indian/Alaska Native: | 68 | 0.2% | 1.1% |
| Asian: | 10 | 0.0% | 6.0% |
| Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.2% |
| Some other race: | 2,539 | 6.9% | 8.4% |
| Two or more races: | 16,423 | 44.7% | 10.2% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race): | 18,937 | 51.6% | 18.7% |
| Mexican: | 36,019 | 98.1% | 11.2% |
| Puerto Rican: | 35,008 | 95.3% | 1.8% |
| Cuban: | 60 | 0.2% | 0.7% |
| Other Hispanic or Latino: | 19 | 0.1% | 5.0% |
| Not Hispanic or Latino: | 932 | 2.5% | 81.1% |
Income Distribution (78040 zip code)
| Household Income | Households | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $10,000: | 1,427 | 12.5% | 4.9% |
| $10,000 to $14,999: | 1,341 | 11.7% | 3.8% |
| $15,000 to $24,999: | 1,632 | 14.3% | 7.0% |
| $25,000 to $34,999: | 1,421 | 12.4% | 7.4% |
| $35,000 to $49,999: | 1,438 | 12.6% | 10.7% |
| $50,000 to $74,999: | 1,703 | 14.9% | 16.1% |
| $75,000 to $99,999: | 1,235 | 10.8% | 12.8% |
| $100,000 to $149,999: | 907 | 7.9% | 17.1% |
| $150,000 to $199,999: | 226 | 2.0% | 8.8% |
| $200,000 or more: | 108 | 0.9% | 11.4% |
Commute to Work (78040 zip code)
| Commute Method | Workers | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Drove alone: | 10,481 | 76.7% | 67.8% |
| Carpooled: | 1,540 | 11.3% | 8.7% |
| Public transportation: | 296 | 2.2% | 4.2% |
| Walked: | 467 | 3.4% | 2.5% |
| Other means: | 309 | 2.3% | 0.9% |
| Worked from home: | 520 | 3.8% | 13.8% |
| Mean travel time to work: | 21.0 min | -- | 26.7 min |
Industry (78040 zip code)
| Industry Sector | Workers | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Agriculture, forestry, fishing, mining: | 169 | 1.2% | 1.6% |
| Construction: | 1,182 | 8.6% | 6.9% |
| Manufacturing: | 516 | 3.8% | 10.0% |
| Wholesale trade: | 418 | 3.1% | 2.4% |
| Retail trade: | 2,420 | 17.7% | 11.0% |
| Transportation, warehousing, utilities: | 1,774 | 13.0% | 5.8% |
| Information: | 108 | 0.8% | 1.9% |
| Finance, insurance, real estate: | 259 | 1.9% | 6.7% |
| Professional, scientific, management: | 1,264 | 9.2% | 12.1% |
| Education, health care, social services: | 2,349 | 17.2% | 23.3% |
| Arts, entertainment, food services: | 1,799 | 13.2% | 9.0% |
| Other services: | 894 | 6.5% | 4.7% |
| Public administration: | 520 | 3.8% | 4.7% |
Poverty Status (78040 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Poverty Rate: | -- | 34.7% | 8.8% |
| All people below poverty level: | -- | -- | -- |
| Under 18 years: | -- | -- | 16.3% |
| 18 to 64 years: | -- | -- | 11.0% |
| 65 years and over: | -- | -- | 10.3% |
Health Insurance (78040 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| With health insurance: | 22,271 | 60.6% | 91.3% |
| Private health insurance: | 7,959 | 21.7% | 67.6% |
| Public health coverage: | 15,880 | 43.2% | 35.9% |
| Without health insurance: | 14,200 | 38.7% | 8.7% |
Benefits & Assistance (78040 zip code)
| Households with: | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Earnings: | 8,557 | 74.8% | 77.4% |
| Social Security income: | 3,405 | 29.8% | 31.0% |
| Retirement income: | 1,131 | 9.9% | 21.8% |
| Supplemental Security Income (SSI): | 1,306 | 11.4% | 4.5% |
| Cash public assistance income: | 205 | 1.8% | 1.8% |
| SNAP (food stamps) benefits: | 4,193 | 36.7% | 11.4% |
Housing Types (78040 zip code)
| Structure Type | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1-unit, detached: | 9,214 | 67.9% | 61.4% |
| 1-unit, attached: | 460 | 3.4% | 6.1% |
| 2 units: | 513 | 3.8% | 3.4% |
| 3 or 4 units: | 647 | 4.8% | 4.3% |
| 5 to 9 units: | 628 | 4.6% | 4.6% |
| 10 to 19 units: | 354 | 2.6% | 4.3% |
| 20 or more units: | 839 | 6.2% | 9.9% |
| Mobile home: | 913 | 6.7% | 5.8% |
| Boat, RV, van, etc.: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.1% |
Year Structure Built (78040 zip code)
| Year Built | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Built 2020 or later: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.6% |
| Built 2010 to 2019: | 591 | 4.4% | 8.2% |
| Built 2000 to 2009: | 1,605 | 11.8% | 13.5% |
| Built 1990 to 1999: | 1,286 | 9.5% | 13.2% |
| Built 1980 to 1989: | 1,950 | 14.4% | 13.2% |
| Built 1970 to 1979: | 1,370 | 10.1% | 14.6% |
| Built 1960 to 1969: | 1,579 | 11.6% | 10.2% |
| Built 1950 to 1959: | 1,811 | 13.3% | 9.9% |
| Built 1940 to 1949: | 1,445 | 10.7% | 4.6% |
| Built 1939 or earlier: | 1,931 | 14.2% | 12.0% |
Bedrooms (78040 zip code)
| Number of Bedrooms | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| No bedroom (studio): | 737 | 5.4% | 2.4% |
| 1 bedroom: | 1,901 | 14.0% | 3.0% |
| 2 bedrooms: | 4,428 | 32.6% | 9.1% |
| 3 bedrooms: | 4,818 | 35.5% | 15.9% |
| 4 bedrooms: | 1,308 | 9.6% | 18.8% |
| 5 or more bedrooms: | 376 | 2.8% | 17.6% |
Heating Fuel (78040 zip code)
| Fuel Type | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Utility gas: | 2,141 | 18.7% | 47.1% |
| Bottled, tank, or LP gas: | 83 | 0.7% | 4.9% |
| Electricity: | 9,009 | 78.8% | 40.2% |
| Fuel oil, kerosene, etc.: | 15 | 0.1% | 4.2% |
| Coal or coke: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.1% |
| Wood: | 65 | 0.6% | 1.5% |
| Solar energy: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.1% |
| Other fuel: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.5% |
| No fuel used: | 125 | 1.1% | 0.2% |
Vehicles Available (78040 zip code)
| Vehicles | Households | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| No vehicle available: | 1,984 | 17.3% | 8.3% |
| 1 vehicle available: | 4,563 | 39.9% | 32.6% |
| 2 vehicles available: | 3,210 | 28.1% | 37.0% |
| 3 or more vehicles available: | 1,681 | 14.7% | 22.1% |
Home Value Distribution (78040 zip code)
| Value Range | Owner Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $50,000: | 406 | 8.7% | 5.7% |
| $50,000 to $99,999: | 1,907 | 40.8% | 7.8% |
| $100,000 to $149,999: | 971 | 20.8% | 9.2% |
| $150,000 to $199,999: | 653 | 14.0% | 10.8% |
| $200,000 to $299,999: | 517 | 11.1% | 19.9% |
| $300,000 to $499,999: | 150 | 3.2% | 24.1% |
| $500,000 to $999,999: | 59 | 1.3% | 17.0% |
| $1,000,000 or more: | 10 | 0.2% | 5.6% |
Housing Costs (78040 zip code)
| Value | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|
| Median owner costs (with mortgage): | $1,239 / mo. | $1,828 / mo. |
| Median owner costs (no mortgage): | $478 / mo. | $584 / mo. |
| Median gross rent: | $853 / mo. | $1,268 / mo. |
| Average household size (owner-occupied): | 3.32 | 2.53 |
| Average household size (renter-occupied): | 3.09 | 2.38 |
Households (78040 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total households: | 11,438 | -- | -- |
| Married-couple households: | 4,237 | 37.0% | 47.5% |
| Cohabiting couple households: | 1,809 | 15.8% | 7.0% |
| Male householder, no spouse: | 1,916 | 16.8% | 5.4% |
| Female householder, no spouse: | 4,500 | 39.3% | 12.7% |
| Householder living alone: | 5,131 | 44.9% | 28.6% |
| 65 years and over living alone: | 3,950 | 34.5% | 11.8% |
| Average household size: | 3.18 | -- | 2.53 |
| Average family size: | 3.78 | -- | -- |
Marital Status (78040 zip code)
| Population 15 years and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total: | 13,387 | -- | -- |
| Never married: | 6,562 | 49.0% | 37.0% |
| Now married: | 5,065 | 37.8% | 49.5% |
| Separated: | 294 | 2.2% | 1.5% |
| Widowed: | 962 | 7.2% | 2.6% |
| Divorced: | 5,039 | 37.6% | 9.3% |
School Enrollment (78040 zip code)
| Population 3 years and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Enrolled in school: | 10,517 | -- | -- |
| Nursery school, preschool: | 384 | 3.7% | 5.8% |
| Kindergarten: | 1,109 | 10.5% | 5.0% |
| Elementary school (grades 1-8): | 5,083 | 48.3% | 40.5% |
| High school (grades 9-12): | 2,413 | 22.9% | 21.4% |
| College or graduate school: | 1,528 | 14.5% | 27.3% |
Veterans & Disability (78040 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Civilian population 18 years and over: | 25,325 | -- | -- |
| Veterans: | 547 | 2.2% | 6.3% |
| Civilian noninstitutionalized population: | 36,471 | -- | -- |
| With a disability: | 7,531 | 20.6% | 13.4% |
| Under 18 with disability: | 1,099 | 14.6% | 5.8% |
| 18 to 64 with disability: | 3,261 | 43.3% | 10.4% |
| 65 and over with disability: | 3,171 | 42.1% | 33.4% |
Mobility (Residence 1 Year Ago) (78040 zip code)
| Population 1 year and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Same house: | 32,615 | 88.8% | 86.9% |
| Different house: | 3,637 | 9.9% | 13.1% |
| Same county: | 3,173 | 87.2% | 7.0% |
| Different county: | 281 | 7.7% | 3.2% |
| Different state: | 24 | 0.7% | 2.5% |
| Abroad: | 183 | 5.0% | 0.4% |
Place of Birth (78040 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Native born: | 25,839 | 70.4% | 86.2% |
| Foreign born: | 307 | 0.8% | 13.9% |
| Naturalized citizen: | 10,888 | 3546.6% | 52.7% |
| Not a citizen: | 10,888 | 3546.6% | 47.3% |
| Foreign-born by region: | -- | -- | -- |
| Europe: | 10,888 | 3546.6% | 10.5% |
| Asia: | 0 | 0.0% | 31.3% |
| Africa: | 0 | 0.0% | 5.5% |
| Oceania: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.5% |
| Latin America: | 10,882 | 3544.6% | 50.0% |
| Northern America: | 4 | 1.3% | 2.2% |
Language Spoken at Home (78040 zip code)
| Population 5 years and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total: | 33,666 | -- | -- |
| English only: | 2,183 | 6.5% | 78.3% |
| Language other than English: | 31,483 | 93.5% | 21.5% |
| By language: | -- | -- | -- |
| Spanish: | 31,457 | 93.4% | 13.3% |
| Other Indo-European languages: | 0 | 0.0% | 3.5% |
| Asian/Pacific Island languages: | 2 | 0.0% | 3.5% |
| Other languages: | 24 | 0.1% | 1.0% |
Computers & Internet (78040 zip code)
| Households | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Households with a computer: | 11,438 | 100.0% | 93.1% |
| Households with broadband internet: | 10,013 | 87.5% | 89.4% |
Laredo, TX78040