USPS Standard Delivery Code Cameron County →

78521 ZIP Code: Brownsville, Texas

Official postal information, geographic coordinates, USPS post office locations, and US Census Bureau demographic metrics for ZIP code 78521 in Brownsville, TX.

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Postal & Geographic Specifications USPS Data

ZIP Code 78521

Primary City Brownsville, TX

County Cameron County

Area Code(s) 956

Timezone America/Chicago

Land Area 93.14 sq mi

Elevation 0 ft

Coordinates 25.9200°, -97.4800°

Demographic & Economic Profile (US Census Bureau)

American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Verified Metrics

-40% vs Texas Avg

Total Population 88,708 1,007 people / sq mi

Median Household Income $44,509 Per Capita: $13,342

Median Home Value $99,700 Median Rent: $1,200/mo

Housing Tenancy

60% Own • 40% Rent

29,741 Total Units

Median Household Income Comparison $44,509 (78521) vs. $74,640 (Texas State)

Metrics sourced directly from the official U.S. Census Bureau (2022 ACS 5-Year Estimates).

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Data for ZIP code 78521 in Brownsville, Texas.

USPS Postal Services

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The primary postal delivery jurisdiction for 78521 operates within Brownsville, Texas.

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