Cameron County, TX Demographics & ZIP Codes
Cameron County, Texas demographics and median household income by ZIP code — 16 ZIP codes — population 422,926 — avg. income $53,674 — avg. home value $149,360. Compare income, housing, and ZIP-level data on US5.
Cameron County demographics
Cameron County, Texas covers 16 ZIP codes, with a combined ZIP-area population of about 422,926.
Median household income in Cameron County
The average median household income across ZIP codes in Cameron County, Texas is about $53,674 — about 27% below the TX ZIP average ($73,553), and about 29% below the U.S. median ($75,149).
Among ZIPs with income data, 78575 (Brownsville) is near the top at about $74,273, while 78535 (Combes) is near the bottom at about $30,144.
Housing in Cameron County
For housing in Cameron County, Texas, the average median home value is about $149,360 and the average median rent is about $752.
The most populous ZIP is 78521 (Brownsville) with about 87,860 residents. Use the table below to compare ZIP codes across the county.
ZIP codes in Cameron County
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| ZIP | City | County | State | Population ↓ | Income | Home value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 78521 | Brownsville | Cameron County | TX | 87,860 | $41,276 | $90,500 |
| 78520 | Brownsville | Cameron County | TX | 63,337 | $47,331 | $129,200 |
| 78526 | Brownsville | Cameron County | TX | 59,719 | $68,143 | $158,300 |
| 78550 | Harlingen | Cameron County | TX | 54,169 | $51,524 | $120,500 |
| 78586 | San Benito | Cameron County | TX | 49,103 | $44,158 | $83,200 |
| 78552 | Harlingen | Cameron County | TX | 41,277 | $67,183 | $154,500 |
| 78566 | Brownsville | Cameron County | TX | 24,927 | $64,385 | $138,100 |
| 78559 | La Feria | Cameron County | TX | 12,752 | $48,117 | $99,900 |
| 78578 | Brownsville | Cameron County | TX | 10,231 | $52,041 | $193,700 |
| 78583 | La Tina Ranch | Cameron County | TX | 5,472 | $61,315 | $147,500 |
| 78593 | Yznaga | Cameron County | TX | 5,030 | $40,194 | $66,900 |
| 78575 | Brownsville | Cameron County | TX | 4,728 | $74,273 | $220,400 |
| 78597 | South Padre Island | Cameron County | TX | 2,881 | $61,357 | $508,800 |
| 78592 | Iglesia Antigua | Cameron County | TX | 600 | — | — |
| 78535 | Combes | Cameron County | TX | 435 | $30,144 | $67,900 |
| 78567 | Los Indios | Cameron County | TX | 405 | — | $61,000 |
Frequently asked questions
What are the demographics of Cameron County?
Cameron County, Texas has a combined ZIP-area population of about 422,926 across 16 ZIP codes. Browse the ZIP table for population, income, and housing by code.
What is the median household income in Cameron County?
The average median household income across ZIP codes in Cameron County, Texas is about $53,674, about 27% below the state ZIP average ($73,553), and about 29% below the U.S. median ($75,149). Average median home value is about $149,360. Among ZIPs with data, 78575 (Brownsville) is near the top ($74,273) and 78535 (Combes) is near the bottom ($30,144).
How many ZIP codes are in Cameron County?
Cameron County, Texas includes 16 ZIP codes on US5. Each row links to demographics, median income, and housing for that code.
Where can I find ZIP code demographics for Cameron County?
This page lists ZIP codes in Cameron County, Texas with population, median household income, and home value. Select a ZIP for a full demographics profile.