ZIP 78577 — Economy & Jobs

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2019–2023 5-Year Estimates. Page data updated 2026-08-02.

Working ClassLarge CommunityLow Snow Area

Income, employment, industries, and economic trends

Income & Economy in Pharr city, TX (78577)

Median Income

$49,768

*Adjusted for inflation (2023 dollars)

IRS Net Migration

+3,769

Wealth inflow

Population

79,903

Unemployment

6.8%

3.1pp above US avg

IRS migration statistics show a net inflow of about 3,769 for ZIP 78577 (Pharr city, TX) on US5’s published series — a signal of people/tax filers moving in relative to those leaving. Inflows often track job growth, housing demand, or lifestyle migration; treat the figure as a directional indicator rather than a precise headcount.

Economic Indicators

Unemployment

6.8%+83% vs US avg

Self-Employed

2.8%-54% vs US avg

SNAP Benefits

31.5%+170% vs US avg

1,316

Establishments

24,219

Employees

~18 per establishment — small businesses dominate

Healthcare

Top Industry

Economic Distributions

Census ACS 5-Year (P0): occupation, industry, household income brackets.

Occupation

Industry

Agriculture, forestry, mining3.5%
Construction7.7%
Manufacturing5.6%
Wholesale trade4.2%
Retail trade12.0%
Transportation, utilities5.5%
Information1.9%
Finance, insurance, real estate3.6%
Professional, scientific, management9.1%
Education, health care, social25.7%
Arts, entertainment, food services10.4%
Other services6.7%
Public administration4.2%

Household Income

Historical Trends in 78577 (2020–Present)

Since 2020, population grew 1.5%, median income rose 4.5% (inflation-adjusted), home values increased 15.9%.

Median Income

$49,768

-34% vs US avg

Unemployment Rate