78046 ZIP Code
Laredo, Texas
December 30, 2025
| ZIP Code: | 78046 |
| City/Town: | Laredo |
| County: | Webb |
| State: | Texas |
| ZIP Type: | Standard |
| Population: | 69,422 |
| Median Household Income: | $51,667 |
| Per Capita Income: | $26,351 |
| Total Housing Units: | 18,970 |
| Median Home Value: | $131,900 |
| Land Area: | 183.3 sq miles
474.9 sq km |
| Water Area: | 1.8 sq miles
4.6 sq km |
| Coordinates: | 27.3855, -99.3891 |
Population Information (78046 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population: | 69,422 | -- | -- |
| Male: | 35,086 | 50.5% | 49.6% |
| Female: | 34,336 | 49.5% | 50.4% |
| Median Age: | 26.0 yrs | -- | 38.5 yrs |
| Under 5 years: | 6,486 | 9.3% | 5.7% |
| 5 to 9 years: | 6,652 | 9.6% | 6.0% |
| 10 to 14 years: | 7,664 | 11.0% | 6.5% |
| 15 to 19 years: | 7,157 | 10.3% | 6.6% |
| 20 to 24 years: | 5,343 | 7.7% | 6.7% |
| 25 to 34 years: | 10,040 | 14.5% | 13.7% |
| 35 to 44 years: | 8,191 | 11.8% | 12.9% |
| 45 to 54 years: | 7,388 | 10.6% | 12.4% |
| 55 to 59 years: | 2,463 | 3.5% | 6.5% |
| 60 to 64 years: | 2,779 | 4.0% | 6.4% |
| 65 to 74 years: | 3,627 | 5.2% | 9.7% |
| 75 to 84 years: | 1,178 | 1.7% | 4.8% |
| 85 years and over: | 454 | 0.7% | 2.0% |
Housing Information (78046 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median home value: | $131,900 | -- | $281,900 |
| Median rooms: | 5.4 | -- | 5.5 |
| Median rent: | $984 / mo. | -- | $1,268 / mo. |
| Total housing units: | 18,970 | -- | -- |
| Occupied housing units: | 17,552 | 92.5% | 38.0% |
| Vacant housing units: | 1,418 | 7.5% | 4.6% |
| Housing tenure: | -- | -- | -- |
| Owner-occupied: | 13,777 | 78.5% | 64.8% |
| Renter-occupied: | 3,775 | 21.5% | 35.2% |
Educational Attainment (78046 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population 25 years and over: | 36,120 | -- | -- |
| Less than 9th grade: | 7,152 | 19.8% | 4.7% |
| 9th to 12th grade, no diploma: | 6,018 | 16.7% | 6.1% |
| High school graduate: | 9,458 | 26.2% | 26.4% |
| Some college, no degree: | 6,818 | 18.9% | 19.7% |
| Associate degree: | 2,297 | 6.4% | 8.7% |
| Bachelor's degree: | 3,148 | 8.7% | 20.9% |
| Graduate or professional degree: | 1,229 | 3.4% | 13.7% |
| Percent high school graduate or higher: | -- | 63.5% | 89.1% |
| Percent bachelor's degree or higher: | -- | 12.1% | 34.3% |
Income Information (78046 zip code)
| Value | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|
| Median household income: | $51,667 / yr. | $75,149 / yr. |
| Mean household income: | $65,158 / yr. | $105,833 / yr. |
| Median family income: | $53,842 / yr. | $92,646 / yr. |
| Per capita income: | $26,351 / yr. | $41,261 / yr. |
Employment (78046 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| In labor force: | 28,070 | -- | 63.5% |
| Employed: | 26,297 | 93.7% | 96.4% |
| Unemployed: | 1,756 | 6.3% | 5.3% |
| Not in labor force: | 19,013 | -- | -- |
| Class of Worker: | -- | -- | -- |
| Private wage and salary: | 20,422 | 77.7% | 79.7% |
| Government workers: | 3,732 | 14.2% | 14.2% |
| Self-employed: | 2,030 | 7.7% | 5.9% |
| Unpaid family workers: | 113 | 0.4% | 0.1% |
Race & Ethnicity (78046 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Race (one race): | -- | -- | -- |
| White: | 39,048 | 56.2% | 61.6% |
| Black or African American: | 121 | 0.2% | 12.4% |
| American Indian/Alaska Native: | 189 | 0.3% | 1.1% |
| Asian: | 182 | 0.3% | 6.0% |
| Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.2% |
| Some other race: | 4,434 | 6.4% | 8.4% |
| Two or more races: | 25,448 | 36.7% | 10.2% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race): | 29,816 | 42.9% | 18.7% |
| Mexican: | 67,119 | 96.7% | 11.2% |
| Puerto Rican: | 63,451 | 91.4% | 1.8% |
| Cuban: | 57 | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Other Hispanic or Latino: | 18 | 0.0% | 5.0% |
| Not Hispanic or Latino: | 3,593 | 5.2% | 81.1% |
Income Distribution (78046 zip code)
| Household Income | Households | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $10,000: | 911 | 5.2% | 4.9% |
| $10,000 to $14,999: | 1,067 | 6.1% | 3.8% |
| $15,000 to $24,999: | 2,003 | 11.4% | 7.0% |
| $25,000 to $34,999: | 1,894 | 10.8% | 7.4% |
| $35,000 to $49,999: | 2,643 | 15.1% | 10.7% |
| $50,000 to $74,999: | 3,216 | 18.3% | 16.1% |
| $75,000 to $99,999: | 2,362 | 13.5% | 12.8% |
| $100,000 to $149,999: | 2,254 | 12.8% | 17.1% |
| $150,000 to $199,999: | 731 | 4.2% | 8.8% |
| $200,000 or more: | 471 | 2.7% | 11.4% |
Commute to Work (78046 zip code)
| Commute Method | Workers | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Drove alone: | 21,026 | 80.0% | 67.8% |
| Carpooled: | 3,166 | 12.0% | 8.7% |
| Public transportation: | 433 | 1.6% | 4.2% |
| Walked: | 285 | 1.1% | 2.5% |
| Other means: | 329 | 1.3% | 0.9% |
| Worked from home: | 878 | 3.3% | 13.8% |
| Mean travel time to work: | 27.0 min | -- | 26.7 min |
Industry (78046 zip code)
| Industry Sector | Workers | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Agriculture, forestry, fishing, mining: | 1,140 | 4.3% | 1.6% |
| Construction: | 1,842 | 7.0% | 6.9% |
| Manufacturing: | 680 | 2.6% | 10.0% |
| Wholesale trade: | 589 | 2.2% | 2.4% |
| Retail trade: | 3,757 | 14.3% | 11.0% |
| Transportation, warehousing, utilities: | 3,913 | 14.9% | 5.8% |
| Information: | 185 | 0.7% | 1.9% |
| Finance, insurance, real estate: | 839 | 3.2% | 6.7% |
| Professional, scientific, management: | 2,216 | 8.4% | 12.1% |
| Education, health care, social services: | 6,321 | 24.0% | 23.3% |
| Arts, entertainment, food services: | 2,208 | 8.4% | 9.0% |
| Other services: | 1,506 | 5.7% | 4.7% |
| Public administration: | 1,101 | 4.2% | 4.7% |
Poverty Status (78046 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Poverty Rate: | -- | 26.7% | 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 (78046 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| With health insurance: | 46,444 | 66.9% | 91.3% |
| Private health insurance: | 22,982 | 33.1% | 67.6% |
| Public health coverage: | 25,881 | 37.3% | 35.9% |
| Without health insurance: | 21,995 | 31.7% | 8.7% |
Benefits & Assistance (78046 zip code)
| Households with: | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Earnings: | 15,547 | 88.6% | 77.4% |
| Social Security income: | 4,258 | 24.3% | 31.0% |
| Retirement income: | 1,358 | 7.7% | 21.8% |
| Supplemental Security Income (SSI): | 1,464 | 8.3% | 4.5% |
| Cash public assistance income: | 438 | 2.5% | 1.8% |
| SNAP (food stamps) benefits: | 5,103 | 29.1% | 11.4% |
Housing Types (78046 zip code)
| Structure Type | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1-unit, detached: | 13,581 | 71.6% | 61.4% |
| 1-unit, attached: | 280 | 1.5% | 6.1% |
| 2 units: | 180 | 0.9% | 3.4% |
| 3 or 4 units: | 503 | 2.7% | 4.3% |
| 5 to 9 units: | 382 | 2.0% | 4.6% |
| 10 to 19 units: | 142 | 0.7% | 4.3% |
| 20 or more units: | 459 | 2.4% | 9.9% |
| Mobile home: | 3,350 | 17.7% | 5.8% |
| Boat, RV, van, etc.: | 93 | 0.5% | 0.1% |
Year Structure Built (78046 zip code)
| Year Built | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Built 2020 or later: | 109 | 0.6% | 0.6% |
| Built 2010 to 2019: | 3,571 | 18.8% | 8.2% |
| Built 2000 to 2009: | 5,916 | 31.2% | 13.5% |
| Built 1990 to 1999: | 4,996 | 26.3% | 13.2% |
| Built 1980 to 1989: | 2,634 | 13.9% | 13.2% |
| Built 1970 to 1979: | 1,015 | 5.4% | 14.6% |
| Built 1960 to 1969: | 311 | 1.6% | 10.2% |
| Built 1950 to 1959: | 163 | 0.9% | 9.9% |
| Built 1940 to 1949: | 56 | 0.3% | 4.6% |
| Built 1939 or earlier: | 199 | 1.0% | 12.0% |
Bedrooms (78046 zip code)
| Number of Bedrooms | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| No bedroom (studio): | 237 | 1.2% | 2.4% |
| 1 bedroom: | 647 | 3.4% | 3.0% |
| 2 bedrooms: | 3,428 | 18.1% | 9.1% |
| 3 bedrooms: | 11,023 | 58.1% | 15.9% |
| 4 bedrooms: | 2,961 | 15.6% | 18.8% |
| 5 or more bedrooms: | 674 | 3.6% | 17.6% |
Heating Fuel (78046 zip code)
| Fuel Type | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Utility gas: | 1,854 | 10.6% | 47.1% |
| Bottled, tank, or LP gas: | 215 | 1.2% | 4.9% |
| Electricity: | 15,232 | 86.8% | 40.2% |
| Fuel oil, kerosene, etc.: | 93 | 0.5% | 4.2% |
| Coal or coke: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.1% |
| Wood: | 0 | 0.0% | 1.5% |
| Solar energy: | 21 | 0.1% | 0.1% |
| Other fuel: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.5% |
| No fuel used: | 137 | 0.8% | 0.2% |
Vehicles Available (78046 zip code)
| Vehicles | Households | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| No vehicle available: | 728 | 4.1% | 8.3% |
| 1 vehicle available: | 5,248 | 29.9% | 32.6% |
| 2 vehicles available: | 6,666 | 38.0% | 37.0% |
| 3 or more vehicles available: | 4,910 | 28.0% | 22.1% |
Home Value Distribution (78046 zip code)
| Value Range | Owner Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $50,000: | 1,418 | 10.3% | 5.7% |
| $50,000 to $99,999: | 3,230 | 23.4% | 7.8% |
| $100,000 to $149,999: | 3,961 | 28.8% | 9.2% |
| $150,000 to $199,999: | 3,048 | 22.1% | 10.8% |
| $200,000 to $299,999: | 1,742 | 12.6% | 19.9% |
| $300,000 to $499,999: | 155 | 1.1% | 24.1% |
| $500,000 to $999,999: | 194 | 1.4% | 17.0% |
| $1,000,000 or more: | 29 | 0.2% | 5.6% |
Housing Costs (78046 zip code)
| Value | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|
| Median owner costs (with mortgage): | $1,331 / mo. | $1,828 / mo. |
| Median owner costs (no mortgage): | $480 / mo. | $584 / mo. |
| Median gross rent: | $984 / mo. | $1,268 / mo. |
| Average household size (owner-occupied): | 3.83 | 2.53 |
| Average household size (renter-occupied): | 4.15 | 2.38 |
Households (78046 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total households: | 17,552 | -- | -- |
| Married-couple households: | 9,333 | 53.2% | 47.5% |
| Cohabiting couple households: | 5,304 | 30.2% | 7.0% |
| Male householder, no spouse: | 1,624 | 9.3% | 5.4% |
| Female householder, no spouse: | 5,175 | 29.5% | 12.7% |
| Householder living alone: | 10,497 | 59.8% | 28.6% |
| 65 years and over living alone: | 4,112 | 23.4% | 11.8% |
| Average household size: | 3.90 | -- | 2.53 |
| Average family size: | 4.17 | -- | -- |
Marital Status (78046 zip code)
| Population 15 years and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total: | 24,292 | -- | -- |
| Never married: | 10,664 | 43.9% | 37.0% |
| Now married: | 11,429 | 47.0% | 49.5% |
| Separated: | 455 | 1.9% | 1.5% |
| Widowed: | 1,518 | 6.2% | 2.6% |
| Divorced: | 9,278 | 38.2% | 9.3% |
School Enrollment (78046 zip code)
| Population 3 years and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Enrolled in school: | 23,890 | -- | -- |
| Nursery school, preschool: | 921 | 3.9% | 5.8% |
| Kindergarten: | 1,434 | 6.0% | 5.0% |
| Elementary school (grades 1-8): | 11,558 | 48.4% | 40.5% |
| High school (grades 9-12): | 5,900 | 24.7% | 21.4% |
| College or graduate school: | 4,077 | 17.1% | 27.3% |
Veterans & Disability (78046 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Civilian population 18 years and over: | 44,551 | -- | -- |
| Veterans: | 631 | 1.4% | 6.3% |
| Civilian noninstitutionalized population: | 68,439 | -- | -- |
| With a disability: | 8,991 | 13.1% | 13.4% |
| Under 18 with disability: | 1,346 | 15.0% | 5.8% |
| 18 to 64 with disability: | 4,792 | 53.3% | 10.4% |
| 65 and over with disability: | 2,853 | 31.7% | 33.4% |
Mobility (Residence 1 Year Ago) (78046 zip code)
| Population 1 year and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Same house: | 60,780 | 87.6% | 86.9% |
| Different house: | 7,570 | 10.9% | 13.1% |
| Same county: | 6,123 | 80.9% | 7.0% |
| Different county: | 706 | 9.3% | 3.2% |
| Different state: | 181 | 2.4% | 2.5% |
| Abroad: | 741 | 9.8% | 0.4% |
Place of Birth (78046 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Native born: | 53,519 | 77.1% | 86.2% |
| Foreign born: | 1,076 | 1.5% | 13.9% |
| Naturalized citizen: | 15,903 | 1478.0% | 52.7% |
| Not a citizen: | 15,903 | 1478.0% | 47.3% |
| Foreign-born by region: | -- | -- | -- |
| Europe: | 15,903 | 1478.0% | 10.5% |
| Asia: | 18 | 1.7% | 31.3% |
| Africa: | 7 | 0.7% | 5.5% |
| Oceania: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.5% |
| Latin America: | 15,849 | 1473.0% | 50.0% |
| Northern America: | 0 | 0.0% | 2.2% |
Language Spoken at Home (78046 zip code)
| Population 5 years and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total: | 62,936 | -- | -- |
| English only: | 5,576 | 8.9% | 78.3% |
| Language other than English: | 57,360 | 91.1% | 21.5% |
| By language: | -- | -- | -- |
| Spanish: | 57,152 | 90.8% | 13.3% |
| Other Indo-European languages: | 9 | 0.0% | 3.5% |
| Asian/Pacific Island languages: | 168 | 0.3% | 3.5% |
| Other languages: | 31 | 0.0% | 1.0% |
Computers & Internet (78046 zip code)
| Households | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Households with a computer: | 17,552 | 100.0% | 93.1% |
| Households with broadband internet: | 16,284 | 92.8% | 89.4% |
Laredo, TX78046