Hidalgo County, Texas Housing Market
In Hidalgo County, Texas, the median home value is $140,900, with a median monthly rent of $957. This places Hidalgo County at #2362 nationally out of 3134 counties by median home value, and #166 within Texas.
📈 Price Trend (2017 → 2024)
📊 Recent Market Momentum (FHFA HPI)
FHFA House Price Index — All-Transactions, Annual (2000 = 100) · Latest: 2025
📍 Economic Snapshot
Employment & Wages
- Avg weekly wage: $763
- Establishments: 13,837
- BLS QCEW, 2025
Housing Supply
- Single-family: 4,523
- Multi-family: 2,778
- U.S. Census Bureau, Building Permits Survey
Migration Patterns
- Inflow: 303,996 (avg $47,811)
- Outflow: 298,203 (avg $47,839)
- IRS Statistics of Income
📍 Sub-Market Activity
Top 10 active ZIP codes in Hidalgo County · Latest: 2025
| # | ZIP Code | HPI | YoY Change | Latest Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 78572 | 254.6 | +10.12% | 2025 |
| 2 | 78577 | 277.5 | +1.13% | 2025 |
| 3 | 78539 | 255.0 | +1.29% | 2025 |
| 4 | 78574 | 263.3 | +3.54% | 2025 |
| 5 | 78503 | 216.0 | +7.05% | 2025 |
| 6 | 78542 | 266.2 | +4.47% | 2025 |
| 7 | 78596 | 228.7 | +5.46% | 2025 |
| 8 | 78589 | 255.5 | -0.65% | 2025 |
| 9 | 78504 | 251.7 | +2.82% | 2025 |
| 10 | 78501 | 289.1 | +0.05% | 2025 |
Source: FHFA HPI for Five-Digit ZIP Codes (All-Transactions Index, 2000 = 100).
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| Metric | Hidalgo County | Texas Average | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $140,900 | $186,278 | $227,706 |
| Median Gross Rent | $957 | $997 | $968 |
| Owner Occupancy Rate | 67.5% | 73.2% | 73.3% |
| Price/Rent Ratio | 12.3 | 15.2 | 18.7 |
Market Analysis
The median home value in Hidalgo County is 24.4% below the Texas state average and 38.1% below the U.S. national average. The median rent of $957/month is 4.0% below the state average.
With a price-to-rent ratio of 12.3, buying a home in Hidalgo County is generally more favorable than renting for those planning to stay long-term. A ratio below 15 typically signals that purchasing is financially advantageous over a multi-year horizon.
Hidalgo County has an owner-occupancy rate of 67.5%, compared to 73.2% in Texas and 73.3% nationally. This indicates a more renter-heavy market than the U.S. average.
Similar Counties by Home Value
| County | State | Median Home Value | Median Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carroll County | Kentucky | $140,900 | $910 |
| Drew County | Arkansas | $140,800 | $725 |
| Orleans County | New York | $140,800 | $874 |
| Paulding County | Ohio | $140,800 | $812 |
| Powell County | Kentucky | $141,100 | $747 |
Other Counties in Texas
| County | Median Home Value | Median Rent | Owner Occ. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carson County | $143,000 | $956 | 79.2% |
| Cameron County | $136,500 | $912 | 65.2% |
| Jasper County | $136,400 | $848 | 79.0% |
| Callahan County | $145,500 | $817 | 80.9% |
| Cass County | $146,400 | $852 | 76.6% |
Data Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey (ACS) 2024 5-Year Estimates (2017–2024). Variables: B25077 (Median Home Value), B25064 (Median Gross Rent), B25003 (Tenure). Data collected on 2026-10-14. The price-to-rent ratio is calculated as Median Home Value ÷ (Median Monthly Rent × 12).