Area code for del rio texas

Post Office City:Del Rio, TX (View All Cities)
County: Val Verde County
Timezone: Central (2:05am)
Area code: 432 (Area Code Map)
Coordinates:29.8, -100.9
ZIP (~42 mile radius)

Cities in ZIP code 78840

The list below includes the cities that the US Post Office accepts for ZIP code 78840. The preferred city may not be the city in which the ZIP is located. The city for 78840 is usually the name of the main post office. When mailing your package or letter, always include the preferred or acceptable cities. Using any city in the list of unacceptable cities may result in delays.

Primary/preferred city:Del Rio, TXAcceptable:Laughlin AFB

Stats and Demographics for the 78840 ZIP Code

ZIP code 78840 is located in central Texas and covers an extremely large land area compared to other ZIP codes in the United States. It also has a slightly less than average population density.

The people living in ZIP code 78840 are primarily white. The number of people in their late 20s to early 40s is extremely large while the number of young adults is large. There are also a small number of single adults and a large number of single parents. The percentage of children under 18 living in the 78840 ZIP code is large compared to other areas of the country.

For more information, see Del Rio, TX population.

Population48,149
Population Density51 people per sq mi
Housing Units18,118
Median Home Value$92,000

Land Area951.46 sq mi
Water Area42.64 sq mi
Occupied Housing Units15,465
Median Household Income$40,533

Estimated Population over Time

Total Population by Age

Median Age: 32 Male Median Age: 31 Female Median Age: 34


Male Female Total
Under 5 2,037 2,020 4,057
5-9 2,081 1,958 4,039
10-14 2,113 1,922 4,035
15-19 1,910 1,849 3,759
20-24 1,844 1,543 3,387
25-29 1,715 1,604 3,319
30-34 1,549 1,443 2,992
35-39 1,523 1,651 3,174
40-44 1,562 1,512 3,074
45-49 1,456 1,490 2,946
50-54 1,300 1,349 2,649
55-59 1,109 1,332 2,441
60-64 1,099 1,211 2,310
65-69 889 942 1,831
70-74 691 822 1,513
75-79 519 603 1,122
80-84 371 443 814
85 Plus 254 433 687

Gender

Gender

 Male24,022 50%
 Female24,127 50%

Race

Race

 White40,926 85.0%
 Black Or African American699 1.5%
 American Indian Or Alaskan Native232 0.5%
 Asian233 0.5%
 Native Hawaiian & Other Pacific Islander43 0.1%
 Other Race5,027 10.4%
 Two Or More Races989 2.1%

Head of Household by Age


Owner Renter Total
15-24 146 689 835
25-34 1,017 1,429 2,446
35-44 1,902 1,044 2,946
45-54 2,106 787 2,893
55-64 2,052 577 2,629
65-74 1,617 418 2,035
75-84 988 289 1,277
85 Plus 292 112 404

Families vs Singles

Families vs Singles

 Husband Wife Family Households8,552 55%
 Single Guardian3,298 21%
 Singles3,107 20%
 Singles With Roommate508 3%

Households with Kids

Households with Kids

Average Household Size: 3
 Households without Kids8,561 55%
 Households with Kids6,904 45%

Children by Age


Male Female Total
1 440 414 854
2 433 398 831
3 364 400 764
4 409 436 845
5 449 423 872
6 438 376 814
7 399 375 774
8 417 409 826
9 378 375 753
10 436 391 827
11 417 394 811
12 421 403 824
13 422 348 770
14 417 386 803
15 377 390 767
16 378 412 790
17 393 395 788
18 443 350 793
19 319 302 621
20 313 292 605

Real Estate and Housing

ZIP code 78840 has a slightly less than average percentage of vacancies. The Census also indicates that there are one or more correctional facilities, nursing homes and military bases nearby.

The majority of household are owned or have a mortgage. Homes in ZIP code 78840 were primarily built in the 1970s or the 1990s. Looking at 78840 real estate data, the median home value of $92,000 is slightly less than average compared to the rest of the country. It is also high compared to nearby ZIP codes. So you are less likely to find inexpensive homes in 78840. Rentals in 78840 are most commonly 3+ bedrooms. The rent for 3+ bedrooms is normally $1,000+/month including utilities. 2 bedrooms are also common and rent for $500-$749/month. Prices for rental property include ZIP code 78840 apartments, townhouses, and homes that are primary residences.

Housing Type

Housing Type

 In Occupied Housing Units46,516 96.6%
 Correctional Facility For Adults1,144 2.4%
 Juvenile Facilities13 0.0%
 Nursing Facilities203 0.4%
 Other Institutional0 0.0%
 College Student Housing0 0.0%
 Military Quarters100 0.2%
 Other Noninstitutional173 0.4%

Year Housing was Built

Housing Occupancy

Housing Occupancy

 Owned Households With A Mortgage4,867 27%
 Owned Households Free & Clear5,253 29%
 Renter Occupied Households5,345 30%
 Households Vacant2,653 15%

Vacancy Reasons

Vacancy Reasons

 For Rent409 15.4%
 Rented & Unoccupied64 2.4%
 For Sale Only183 6.9%
 Sold & Unoccupied62 2.3%
 For Season Recreational Or Occasional Use832 31.4%
 For Migrant Workers6 0.2%
 Vacant For Other Reasons1,097 41.3%

Owner Occupied Home Values

Rental Properties by Number of Rooms

Rental Properties by Number of Rooms

 Studio Apartment188 4%
 1 Bedroom799 16%
 2 Bedroom1,936 39%
 3+ Bedroom2,058 41%

Cost of Monthly Rent Including Utilities

Cost of a Studio Apartment

Cost of a 1 Bedroom

Cost of a 2 Bedroom

Cost of a 3+ Bedroom

Employment, Income, Earnings, and Work

The median household income of $40,533 is compared to the rest of the country. It is also compared to nearby ZIP codes. So 78840 is likely to be one of the nicer parts of town with a more affluent demographic.

As with most parts of the country, vehicles are the most common form of transportation to places of employment. In most parts of the country, the majority of commuters get to work in under half an hour. More commuters in 78840 get to experience these short commute times than most other ZIP codes. It is very uncommon, compared to the rest of the US, for employees to have to travel more than 45 minutes to their place of employment.

Employment Status

Employment Status

 Worked Full-time with Earnings14,041 40%
 Worked Part-time with Earnings8,682 24%
 No Earnings12,770 36%

Average Household Income over Time

Household Income

Annual Individual Earnings

Sources of Household Income

Percent of Households Receiving Income

Average Income per Household by Income Source

* Only taxable income is reported.

Household Investment Income

Percent of Households Receiving Investment Income

Average Income per Household by Income Source

* Only taxable income is reported.

Household Retirement Income

Percent of Households Receiving Retirement Income

Average Income per Household by Income Source

* Only taxable income is reported.

Source of Earnings

Source of Earnings

 Worked Full-time with Earnings14,041 40%
 Worked Part-time with Earnings8,682 24%
 No Earnings12,770 36%

Means Of Transportation To Work for Workers 16 and Over

Means Of Transportation To Work for Workers 16 and Over

 Car, truck, or van17,608 90.7%
 Public transportation69 0.4%
 Taxicab0 0.0%
 Motorcycle24 0.1%
 Bicycle, Walked, or Other Means1,130 5.8%
 Worked at Home586 3.0%

Travel Time to Work (In Minutes)

Schools and Education

The percentage of people that did not graduate high school is among the highest in the nation. Despite the lower high school graduation rates, compared to other ZIPs, a much higher percentage of the population has received a college degree.

Educational Attainment For The Population 25 Years And Over

Educational Attainment For The Population 25 Years And Over

 Less than High School Diploma9,522 33.0%
 High School Graduate13,132 45.6%
 Associate's degree1,772 6.1%
 Bachelor's degree3,256 11.3%
 Master's degree880 3.1%
 Professional school degree190 0.7%
 Doctorate degree76 0.3%

School Enrollment (Ages 3 to 17)

School Enrollment (Ages 3 to 17)

 Enrolled in Public School9,997 83.4%
 Enrolled in Private School445 3.7%
 Not Enrolled in School1,549 12.9%

Schools in ZIP Code 78840

ZIP Code 78840 is in the following school districts: Radiance Academy of Learning, San Felipe-Del Rio Cisd School District, Premier High School District, and Private. There are 18 different elementary schools and high schools with mailing addresses in ZIP code 78840.

Garfield Elementary
300 W Martin
Del Rio, TX 78840
Grade Level: Primary/Elementary
District: San Felipe-Del Rio Cisd School District

Lamar Elementary
301 Waters Ave
Del Rio, TX 78840
Grade Level: Primary/Elementary
District: San Felipe-Del Rio Cisd School District

North Heights Elementary
1100 Ave C
Del Rio, TX 78840
Grade Level: Primary/Elementary
District: San Felipe-Del Rio Cisd School District

Irene C Cardwell Elementary
400 Aguirre St
Del Rio, TX 78840
Grade Level: Primary/Elementary
District: San Felipe-Del Rio Cisd School District

Buena Vista Elementary
100 Echo Vly Dr
Del Rio, TX 78840
Grade Level: Primary/Elementary
District: San Felipe-Del Rio Cisd School District

Ruben Chavira Elementary
2253 S Us Hwy 277
Del Rio, TX 78840
Grade Level: Primary/Elementary
District: San Felipe-Del Rio Cisd School District

Del Rio High School
100 Memorial Dr
Del Rio, TX 78840
Grade Level: High/Secondary
District: San Felipe-Del Rio Cisd School District

Del Rio Freshman School
90 Memorial Dr
Del Rio, TX 78840
Grade Level: Other/Secondary
District: San Felipe-Del Rio Cisd School District

Del Rio Middle School
720 E De La Rosa
Del Rio, TX 78840
Grade Level: Middle/Secondary
District: San Felipe-Del Rio Cisd School District

Blended Academy
100 Las Vacas
Del Rio, TX 78840
Grade Level: Other/Secondary
District: San Felipe-Del Rio Cisd School District

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Is there a public radio station in Del Rio?

In 2016, Texas Public Radio opened a transmitter in Del Rio. In 2020, The 830 Times, a local news site covering Del Rio and the wider region of southwest Texas, launched. Del Rio International Airport (FlyDRT) serves the city and surrounding area.

What is the population of Del Rio Texas?

The city is 152 miles west of San Antonio. As of 2010, Del Rio had a population of 35,591. The Spanish established a small settlement south of the Rio Grande in present-day Mexico, and some Spaniards settled on what became the United States side of the Rio Grande as early as the 18th century.

How to get to Del Rio Texas?

Del Rio International Airport (FlyDRT) serves the city and surrounding area. American Airlines operates flights twice daily between Del Rio and Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport . Bus service to Del Rio is provided by Greyhound Bus Lines.

What is the climate like in Del Rio Texas?

Climate. This gives Del Rio and adjacent areas the effect of being in a coastal dryland area, though the Gulf of Mexico is over 300 mi (480 km) away. Such humid periods alternate with periods of hot and dry desert air masses in the spring and fall, or cold and dry Great Plains air masses during winter.