McAllen, TX — City Data, Demographics & Statistics
Hidalgo County · Texas
City DNA
A unique fingerprint for McAllen based on 8 key metrics — compared to averages.
Quick Stats
Population
143,789
2023 ACS
Median Income
$60,165
2023
Median Home Value
$173,800
2023
Median Rent
$1,017
2023
Median Age
34.0
Unemployment
5.5%
Cost of Living Index
99.9
100 = national avg
McAllen is a city in Hidalgo County, Texas, with a population of 143,789 according to the 2023 American Community Survey. McAllen is one of the communities in Texas.
The median household income in McAllen is $60,165, and the median home value is $173,800. The cost of living index is 99.9 (where 100 = national average), and the median rent is $1,017 per month. The unemployment rate is 5.5%, and the median age is 34.0 years.
People & Demographics
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Population
Total Population
143,789
Male
71,212
49.5%
Female
72,577
50.5%
Median Age
34.0
Education & Household
Bachelor's or Higher
20.1%
High School or Higher
33.1%
Foreign Born
25.7%
Veterans
2.7%
Married
39.3%
Avg Household Size
3.0
Marital Status by Age
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
0.000
Simpson's Index (0-1)
Largest Group
White
43.1%
Foreign Born
25.7%
Hispanic/Latino Ethnicity
Hispanic/Latino is an ethnicity, not a race. People of any race can identify as Hispanic. This percentage overlaps with the racial categories above.
Hispanic/Latino
86.5%
124,435 people
Not Hispanic/Latino
13.5%
Hispanic/Latino Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Asian Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Native Hawaiian & Pacific Islander Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)American Indian & Alaska Native Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Languages Spoken
Total Speakers (5+)
133,754
English Only
26.4%
#1 Non-English Language
Spanish
95,004 speakers
Limited English
27.8%
Language Distribution
English Proficiency
Speaks English Very Well
72.2%
Limited English Proficiency
27.8%
Veterans & Military
Total Veterans
3,919
2.7% of population
Disability Rate
44.7%
1,752 with disability
Veteran Median Income
$52,707
Unemployment Rate
5.6%
Period of Service
Veteran Age Distribution
Male Veterans
3,575
91.2%
Female Veterans
344
8.8%
Veteran vs Non-Veteran Income
Veteran Income
$52,707
Non-Veteran Income
$27,803
Difference
$24,904
89.6% higher
Disability Status
With Disability
1,752
Without Disability
2,167
Disability Rate
44.7%
Ancestry & Heritage
Total Reporting Ancestry
19,808
#1 Ancestry
American
3.1% (4,482)
#2 Ancestry
German
2.6% (3,681)
#3 Ancestry
English
1.9% (2,679)
Top 20 Ancestries
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Families & Households
Total Households
48,268
Family Households
35,849
74.3%
Married Couples
23,881
49.5%
Non-Family Households
12,419
25.7%
Single Mother Households
8,892
18.4%
Single Father Households
3,076
6.4%
Living Alone
10,341
21.4%
Children Under 18
Total Children
34,469
In Married Couple
24,284
70.5%
With Single Mother
7,848
22.8%
With Single Father
2,337
6.8%
Family Income
Median Family Income
$67,350
Married Couple Income
$87,890
Single Mother Income
$36,867
Single Father Income
$49,985
Avg Family Size
3.0
Avg Non-Family Size
2.7
Grandparents w/ Grandchildren
3,463
Grandparents Responsible
1,125
Economy
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Income Overview
Median Household Income
$60,165
-18% vs national
Per Capita Income
$29,406
-21% vs national
Poverty Rate
20.2%
+48% vs national
Gini Index
0.4944
0 = perfect equality
Unemployment
5.5%
+5% vs national
SNAP Recipients
19.6%
of households
How McAllen Compares
McAllen vs Similar Cities
Compared to cities with 100,000 - 250,000 residents. McAllen is highlighted.
Median Household Income
McAllen, TX has a median household income of $60,165, making it the 16,463rd highest median household income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that McAllen has a higher median household income than 41% of all the cities we measured.
Per Capita Income
McAllen, TX has a per capita income of $29,406, making it the 17,904th highest per capita income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that McAllen has a higher per capita income than 36% of all the cities we measured.
Poverty Rate
McAllen, TX has a poverty rate of 20.2%, making it the 7,093rd highest poverty rate out of 31,262 cities in our database. This means that McAllen has a higher poverty rate than 77% of all the cities we measured.
Unemployment Rate
McAllen, TX has a unemployment rate of 5.5%, making it the 10,393rd highest unemployment rate out of 31,012 cities in our database. This means that McAllen has a higher unemployment rate than 66% of all the cities we measured.
Where Do You Stack Up?
Enter your household income to see how you compare to other households in McAllen. The median household income here is $60,165.
Income Distribution
Employment Snapshot
Unemployment Rate
5.5%
+7% vs TX avg
Labor Force
67,352
Employed
63,570
How People Get to Work
Employment by Sector
Education & Workforce
Bachelor's Degree+
20.1%
of adults 25+
High School Diploma+
33.1%
of adults 25+
Median Age
34.0
Work from Home
11.5%
of workers
Top Occupations & Wages
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS (2024)
Data represents the McAllen-Edinburg-Mission, TX metro area
Highest-Paying Job
Registered Nurses
Top Median Wage
$77.2K
per year
Occupations Tracked
20
Cost of Living
Overall Index
99.9
100 = national avg
-0.1 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$43,937
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$103,851
per year
Cost Index by Category
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD
1 Bedroom
$847
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,060
per month
The median household income in McAllen, TX is $60,165, which is 17.8% below the national average of $73,224. Per capita income is $29,406. The poverty rate of 20.2% is higher than the TX state average of 14.9%. The Gini index of income inequality is 0.4944, where 0 represents perfect equality and 1 represents maximum inequality. The unemployment rate is 5.5%, compared to the state average of 5.1%. The labor force is 67,352. 20.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. About 72.2% of workers drive alone to work. The overall cost of living index is 99.9, which is 0.1% below the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 109.3. A single adult needs to earn approximately $43,937 per year to cover basic expenses.
Housing & Real Estate
Market SnapshotRedfin — January 2026
Median Sale Price
$265,000
Median List Price
$275,000
Price Per Sq Ft
$142
Days on Market
84
Active Inventory
611
Months of Supply
10.4
Buyer's market
Zillow Home Value
$223,386
ZHVI — January 2026
Zillow Rent Index
$1,237
ZORI — January 2026
Market CompetitivenessRedfin
Sold Above List
15.3%
Off Market in 2 Weeks
13.3%
Sale-to-List Ratio
96.9%
Buyer's market
Price TrendsRedfin
Market ActivityRedfin
Homes Sold
59
New Listings
126
Pending Sales
75
Price Per Square FootRedfin
Median Sale $/SF
$142
Median List $/SF
$156
House Price IndexFHFA
How much have housing prices increased in McAllen, TX? According to the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) House Price Index for the McAllen-Edinburg-Mission, TX metro area, home prices have risen 231.4% over the past 40 years. Over 20 years, prices grew 113.5%. The 10-year growth rate is 89.8%. Over the last 5 years, prices increased 56.8%. In the most recent 2-year period, the index rose 10.8%. The FHFA HPI tracks average price changes in repeat sales or refinancings of single-family properties with conforming mortgages. Because this is a metro-level index, it reflects the broader McAllen-Edinburg-Mission, TX housing market rather than McAllen alone.
Metro area: McAllen-Edinburg-Mission, TX
McAllen vs Similar CitiesCensus ACS / Redfin
Compared to cities with 100,000 - 250,000 residents. McAllen is highlighted.
Median Home Value
McAllen, TX has a median home value of $173,800, making it the 14,353rd highest median home value out of 27,993 cities in our database. This means that McAllen has a higher median home value than 49% of all the cities we measured.
Median Rent
McAllen, TX has a median rent of $1,017, making it the 9,735th highest median rent out of 22,337 cities in our database. This means that McAllen has a higher median rent than 56% of all the cities we measured.
Median Price Per Sq Ft
McAllen, TX has a price per square foot of $142, making it the 13,354th highest price per square foot out of 20,748 cities in our database. This means that McAllen has a higher price per square foot than 36% of all the cities we measured.
Rent Burden
McAllen, TX has a rent burden of 20.3%, making it the 8,412th highest rent burden out of 21,928 cities in our database. This means that McAllen has a higher rent burden than 62% of all the cities we measured.
Census Housing DataU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Home Value
$173,800
Median Rent
$1,017
Total Housing Units
54,461
Vacancy Rate
11.4%
Owner Occupied
59.0%
Renter Occupied
41.0%
Median Property Tax
$3,096
per year
Monthly Cost (w/ Mortgage)
$970
Housing Types
Property TaxU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Property Tax
$3,096
per year
Effective Tax Rate
1.78%
of home value
Median Home Value
$173,800
Estimated Mean Tax
$3,636
The effective property tax rate is calculated by dividing the median annual property tax ($3,096) by the median home value ($173,800). In McAllen, TX, this works out to an effective rate of 1.78%. This is above the national average of approximately 1.1%.
The current median sale price in McAllen, TX is $265,000 according to Redfin data. Homes spend a median of 84 days on the market. 15.3% of homes sold above asking price. The market has 10.4 months of supply. The median price per square foot is $142. Zillow's observed rent index is $1,237/month. About 59.0% of housing units are owner-occupied. The median year homes were built is 1993. There are 54,461 total housing units. Homeowners pay a median annual property tax of $3,096. The effective tax rate is 1.78%, above the national average.
Crime Overview
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (2024)Violent Crime Rate
1.51
per 1,000 residents
-42% vs national
Property Crime Rate
18.36
per 1,000 residents
+7% vs national
Total Crimes
2,940
2024
Violent Clearance
71%
cases solved
Property Clearance
24%
cases solved
YoY Change
+4.0%
violent crime rate
worsening vs 2023
How McAllen Compares
Source: FBI (2024)McAllen vs Similar Cities
Source: FBI (2024)Compared to cities with 100,000 - 250,000 residents. McAllen is highlighted in green.
Violent Crime Rate (per 1,000)
Property Crime Rate (per 1,000)
Murder Rate (per 1,000)
Crime Rate Trends
Source: FBICrime Composition
Source: FBI (2024)Violent Crime Breakdown
Property Crime Breakdown
Crime Clearance (Solve) Rates
Source: FBI (2024)McAllen police solve 100% of murder cases but only 23% of larceny/theft cases.
Weapon Used in Violent Crime
Source: FBI (2024)Crime Breakdown
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (2024)| Crime Type | Category | Count | Rate per 1K | Clearance % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Murder | Violent | 4 | 0.03 | 100.0% |
| Rape | Violent | 58 | 0.39 | 62.1% |
| Robbery | Violent | 35 | 0.24 | 77.1% |
| Aggravated Assault | Violent | 125 | 0.84 | 72.8% |
| Burglary | Property | 94 | 0.64 | 45.7% |
| Larceny/Theft | Property | 2,523 | 17.05 | 23.1% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | Property | 100 | 0.68 | 34.0% |
McAllen, TX reported 223 violent crimes and 2,717 property crimes in 2024. The violent crime rate of 1.51 per 1,000 residents is 42.1% below the national average of 2.60 per 1,000. Law enforcement cleared 71% of violent crimes. Larceny/theft accounts for 2,523 of the property crime reports. Firearms were involved in 40.0% of aggravated assaults. Violent crime has been trending upward.
Crime History
Source: FBI| Year | Violent | Property | Violent Rate | Property Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 223 | 2,717 | 1.51 | 18.36 |
| 2023 | 211 | 2,839 | 1.45 | 19.49 |
| 2022 | 291 | 2,840 | 2.00 | 19.52 |
| 2021 | 259 | 2,615 | 1.79 | 18.04 |
| 2020 | 124 | 2,791 | 0.86 | 19.31 |
| 2019 | 140 | 3,595 | 0.97 | 24.81 |
| 2018 | 124 | 3,856 | 0.86 | 26.71 |
| 2017 | 208 | 4,007 | 1.44 | 27.80 |
| 2016 | 215 | 4,470 | 1.51 | 31.43 |
| 2015 | 152 | 4,637 | 1.08 | 32.98 |
Natural Hazard Risk
Source: FEMA National Risk IndexRisk Score
99.0
Relatively High
Expected Annual Loss
97.9
Score (0-100)
Social Vulnerability
92.7
Score (0-100)
Community Resilience
0.9
Score (0-100)
Scores range from 0 (lowest risk) to 100 (highest risk) relative to all U.S. communities. Data from FEMA National Risk Index.
Disaster History & Federal Spending
Source: FEMATotal Declarations
32
Public Assistance
$36.2M
Individual Assistance
$69.9M
Most Common Type
Hurricane
15 declarations
Public Assistance by Category
| Disaster | Type | Date | PA $ | IA $ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Severe Storms and Flooding → | Flood | May 2025 | — | $41.3M |
| Hurricane Beryl → | Hurricane | Jul 2024 | $89K | $4K |
| Severe Winter Storms → | Severe Ice Storm | Feb 2021 | $218K | $757K |
| Severe Winter Storm → | Severe Ice Storm | Feb 2021 | — | — |
| Hurricane Hanna → | Hurricane | Jul 2020 | — | — |
| Covid-19 Pandemic → | Biological | Mar 2020 | $8.6M | $8.2M |
| Covid-19 → | Biological | Mar 2020 | — | — |
| Severe Storms and Flooding → | Flood | Jul 2019 | — | $163K |
| Severe Storms and Flooding → | Flood | Jul 2018 | — | $7.9M |
| Severe Storms and Flooding → | Flood | Jun 2016 | $131K | $405K |
| Severe Storms, Tornadoes, Straight-line … → | Severe Storm | Nov 2015 | $2.8M | $45K |
| Severe Storms, Tornadoes, Straight-line … → | Severe Storm | May 2015 | $5.1M | $684K |
| Hurricane Alex → | Hurricane | Aug 2010 | $3.5M | $906K |
| Tropical Storm Alex → | Hurricane | Jun 2010 | — | — |
| Hurricane Ike → | Hurricane | Sep 2008 | — | — |
| Hurricane Gustav → | Hurricane | Aug 2008 | — | — |
| Hurricane Dolly → | Hurricane | Jul 2008 | $15.8M | $4.2M |
| Wildfires → | Fire | Mar 2008 | — | — |
| Hurricane Dean → | Hurricane | Aug 2007 | — | — |
| Extreme Wildfire Threat → | Fire | Jan 2006 | — | — |
Showing 20 of 35 disasters
PA = FEMA Public Assistance (infrastructure recovery). IA = Individual Assistance (homeowner/renter aid).
Flood Insurance (NFIP)
Source: FEMA NFIPTotal Claims
4,379
Total Claims Paid
$117,360,309
Avg Claim Payout
$26,801
County-level NFIP data from FEMA National Flood Insurance Program.
Hazard Mitigation
Source: FEMA Hazard Mitigation AssistanceMitigation Projects
60
Federal Funding
$18,885,981
Properties Protected
10
Avg Benefit-Cost Ratio
2.13
BCR
Top Mitigation Project Types
| Project Type | Projects | Federal $ |
|---|---|---|
| 206.2: Safe Room (Tornado and Severe Wind Shelter) - Public Structures | 23 | $3,439,593 |
| 403.1: Stormwater Management - Culverts | 10 | $5,950,648 |
| 403.2: Stormwater Management - Diversions | 4 | $433,879 |
| 601.1: Generators | 3 | $315,000 |
| 91.2: Local Multihazard Mitigation Plan - NEW | 2 | $0 |
Federally funded projects to reduce future disaster risk. Only includes completed or obligated projects.
McAllen has a relatively high overall natural hazard risk rating according to FEMA's National Risk Index. The top hazard risks are cold wave, hurricane, hail. The area has had 32 federal disaster declarations. The most common disaster type is hurricane (15 declarations). 4,379 flood insurance claims have been filed in the area. FEMA has obligated $36,231,992 in public assistance recovery funding. $69,931,157 has been distributed in individual assistance to disaster-affected residents. 60 hazard mitigation projects have been funded to reduce future risk.
Health
Community Health
Source: CDC PLACES
Obesity Rate
41.8%
5.7pp above the national average
Depression Rate
19.3%
4.2pp below the national average
Diabetes Rate
16.5%
4.6pp above the national average
Uninsured Rate
30.3%
19.7pp above the national average
Health Scorecard
Higher scores indicate better health outcomes relative to the national average (50 = average)
Health Outcomes
Age-adjusted prevalence rates. Green bars indicate rates below the national average; red indicates above.
High Cholesterol
35.8%
Arthritis
20.5%
Cancer (excl. skin)
4.9%
Teeth Lost (65+)
15.4%
Health Risk Behaviors
Prevention & Screening
Green bars indicate rates above the national average (more preventive care); red indicates below.
Mental Health & Wellbeing
Frequent Mental Distress
16.3%
14+ days in past month
Depression
19.3%
Loneliness
—
Lack of Support
—
Disability Prevalence
Any Disability
35.0%
Mobility
17.5%
Cognitive
16.6%
Hearing
7.5%
Vision
9.6%
Self-Care
5.7%
Independent Living
9.7%
McAllen has an obesity rate of 41.8%, which is 5.7pp above the national average. The depression rate is 19.3%, 4.2pp below the national average. About 30.3% of adults lack health insurance. 73.5% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year.
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital Compare
Nearest Hospitals
5
With Emergency Services
5
Avg CMS Rating
3.7 / 5
Nearest Hospital
4.3 mi
Rio Grande Regional Hospital
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rio Grande Regional Hospital | 4.3 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | Yes |
| South Texas Health System | 5.5 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | Yes |
| Cornerstone Regional Hospital | 5.5 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | — | Yes |
| Doctors Hosptal At Renaissance | 5.5 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | Yes |
| Driscoll Children'S Hospital Rio Grande Valley | 5.5 mi | Childrens | — | Yes |
Climate & Environment
Water Systems
Source: EPA SDWISWater Systems
1
Pop. Served
189,957
Violations (5yr)
0
No violations
| System Name | Pop. Served | Violations (5yr) |
|---|---|---|
| MCALLEN PUBLIC UTILITY | 189,957 | 0 |
There are 1 water system serving the area.
Infrastructure
Commute Overview2023 ACS
Drive Alone
72.2%
-8% vs national
Public Transit
0.5%
-50% vs national
Work From Home
11.5%
+24% vs national
Carpool
10.4%
Walk / Bike
1.2%
combined
How McAllen's Commute ComparesCensus ACS 2023
How People Get to WorkCensus ACS 2023
Commute Mode BreakdownCensus ACS 2023
Traffic Fatalities
Source: NHTSA FARS (2023)Fatalities
8
2023
6-Year Avg
9
fatalities/yr
Pedestrian
1
Nighttime
6
dark conditions
| Year | Crashes | Fatalities | Alcohol | Pedestrian | Cyclist |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 7 | 8 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 2022 | 12 | 12 | 0 | 6 | 0 |
| 2021 | 10 | 12 | 0 | 3 | 0 |
| 2020 | 6 | 6 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| 2019 | 6 | 7 | 4 | 2 | 0 |
| 2018 | 7 | 8 | 3 | 2 | 1 |
Data from NHTSA Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS). Includes only crashes involving at least one fatality.
Commute data for McAllen, TX covers travel times and transportation modes. 72.2% of workers drive alone, compared to the national average of 78.7%. 11.5% work from home, which is above the TX state average of 7.8%. 10.4% of workers carpool. In 2023, there were 8 traffic fatalities from 7 fatal crashes. 1 was a pedestrian.
Internet & Broadband Access
Source: Census ACSBroadband Access
90.2%
of households
Cable / Fiber / DSL
72.7%
of households
No Internet
8.0%
of households
Total Households
48,268
Internet Subscription Types
Device Ownership
Source: Census ACSHas Computer
94.9%
of households
Smartphone
92.4%
of households
Desktop / Laptop
71.2%
of households
Tablet
59.8%
of households
Percentage of households with each device type. Data from the U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023 5-year estimates, tables B28001 & B28002).
Electricity Rates
Source: U.S. Energy Information Administration (2024)Residential Rate
14.9¢
per kWh
-13% vs 100,000 - 250,000 avg
Commercial Rate
8.6¢
per kWh
-37% vs 100,000 - 250,000 avg
Industrial Rate
6.1¢
per kWh
-38% vs 100,000 - 250,000 avg
Avg Monthly Bill
$164
residential
+15% vs 100,000 - 250,000 avg
12% below the national average of 17.1¢/kWh
Residential electricity in Texas averages 14.9¢ per kWh, compared to the national average of 17.1¢. The average monthly electric bill is $164. State-level averages from EIA Electric Sales & Revenue data (2024).
McAllen vs Similar Cities
Source: EIA (2024)Comparing electricity rates with randomly selected cities of similar population (100,000 - 250,000). Each city represents its state's average rate.
Residential Rate (¢/kWh)
Commercial Rate (¢/kWh)
Industrial Rate (¢/kWh)
Average Monthly Bill
Water Systems
Source: EPA SDWISWater Systems
1
Population Served
189,957
Violations (5yr)
0
| System Name | Type | Source | Pop. Served | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MCALLEN PUBLIC UTILITY | Community | Surface water | 189,957 | 0 |
90.2% of households in McAllen have broadband internet access. 72.7% have cable, fiber, or DSL service. 14.1% rely solely on cellular data without a wired connection. 8.0% of households have no internet access. 14.5% use only a smartphone without a desktop or laptop. The area is served by 1 water system, providing water to 189,957 people. No water quality violations have been reported in the past 5 years.
Politics & Government
County-level data: Election results are reported at the county level. McAllen is located in Hidalgo County, TX. Results reflect all voters in the county, not just those in McAllen.
Election Overview
Source: Hidalgo County (2024)2024 Winner
Republican
Dem Votes
104,517
48.1%
GOP Votes
110,760
51.0%
Total Votes
217,194
Margin
R+2.9%
Shift from 2020
R+19.9pp
vs prior election
Election History
Source: County-Level Election Results| Year | Dem Votes | GOP Votes | Total | Dem % | GOP % | Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 104,517 | 110,760 | 217,194 | 48.1% | 51.0% | R+2.9 |
| 2020 | 128,199 | 90,527 | 220,884 | 58.0% | 41.0% | D+17.1 |
| 2016 | 118,739 | 48,608 | 172,990 | 68.6% | 28.1% | D+40.5 |
In the 2024 presidential election, Hidalgo County recorded 217,194 total votes. Republicans won the county with 51.0% of the vote compared to 48.1% for Democrats, a margin of R+2.9%. Compared to 2020, the margin shifted R+19.9pp from the previous election. Since 2016, Hidalgo County has shifted 43.4 percentage points toward Republicans.
Public Records Request
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Nonprofits Overview
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFTotal Nonprofits
491
Total Assets
$412.5M
Total Income
$312.8M
Per 10K Residents
34.1
nonprofits
-34.8% vs peers avg
Orgs with >$1M Assets
45
Median Assets
$242K
Oldest Active
1940
ruling year
Newest Org
2026
ruling year
Nonprofits by Category
Source: IRS / NTEE ClassificationTop 10 hold $288.6M of $412.5M total
Nonprofit Size Distribution
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFNumber of nonprofits by total asset size
When Were Nonprofits Founded?
Source: IRS Ruling DateNumber of currently active nonprofits by founding decade
Nonprofits per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: IRS BMF + Census ACSCompared to cities with population 100,000 - 250,000
Largest Nonprofits in McAllen
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFMcAllen, TX has 491 registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations with combined assets of $412.5M. The most common category is Religion-Related, with 102 organizations. 45 nonprofits have assets exceeding $1 million. That works out to 34.1 nonprofits per 10,000 residents. The oldest active nonprofit dates back to 1940.
SBA Lending Overview
Source: SBA FOIA Loan-Level DataTotal SBA Loans
1,022
Total Approved
$250.5M
Jobs Supported
8,685
Per 10K Residents
71.1
SBA loans
+13.4% vs peers avg
Unique Lenders
86
Top Lender
PNC Bank, National Association
173 loans
Top Industry
Retail Trade
Data Span
1992–2026
Loan Program Breakdown
Source: SBA FOIALoans
974
Total Amount
$214.3M
Avg Loan
$219,987
Median Loan
$100,000
SBA Guaranteed
$160.7M(75%)
Jobs Supported
7,319
Loans
48
Total Amount
$36.3M
Avg Loan
$755,208
Median Loan
$536,000
Recent Activity (Last 5 Years)
Source: SBA FOIARecent Loans
124
12% of all-time total
Recent Amount
$52.1M
21% of all-time total
Avg Recent Loan
$420,144
Top Industries Funded
Source: SBA FOIA / NAICS CodesSBA Loans per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: SBA FOIA + Census ACSCompared to cities with population 100,000 - 250,000
Top SBA Borrowers
Source: SBA FOIA| Business | Loans | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| D & J Investments Ltd & Mcallen Specialities Inc Dba | 1 | $5.0M |
| Mcallen Hospitality Group Llc | 1 | $4.6M |
| Tri-vest, Inc. | 2 | $4.1M |
| Mckenna Brothers Inc. | 2 | $4.0M |
| Composite Access Products L.p. | 3 | $3.7M |
| All Industrial Supply Llc | 7 | $3.3M |
| Radisson Hotel | 1 | $3.0M |
| Ci Logistics, Llc | 1 | $2.9M |
| Golden Taco L.p. (epc) and New Covenant L.p. (oc) | 1 | $2.7M |
| Rgv Preventative Care | 1 | $2.7M |
McAllen, TX has received 1,022 SBA loans totaling $250.5M in approved funding between 1992 and 2026. The 7(a) program accounts for 974 loans (95% of the total), supporting 7,319 jobs. The 504 program, focused on real estate and large equipment, has funded 48 loans totaling $36.3M. The most common industry receiving SBA funding is Retail Trade. The most active SBA lender in McAllen is PNC Bank, National Association with 173 loans. That works out to 71.1 SBA loans per 10,000 residents.
ZIP Code Overview
Source: Census ACSZIP Codes
11
Total Population
534,633
Avg Median Income
$55,009
Avg Home Value
$141,836
ZIP Code Details
Source: Census ACS| ZIP Code | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Median Rent | Area (sq mi) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 78501 | 59,095 | $49,451 | $149,000 | $943 | 15.5 |
| 78503 | 22,566 | $48,765 | $130,100 | $1,087 | 19.2 |
| 78504 | 61,816 | $77,627 | $203,900 | $1,178 | 19.6 |
| 78516 | 34,960 | $51,547 | $102,900 | $743 | 37.8 |
| 78539 | 38,162 | $64,864 | $198,300 | $1,034 | 12.2 |
| 78557 | 14,250 | $53,667 | $156,400 | $849 | 16.6 |
| 78572 | 78,197 | $54,029 | $121,900 | $900 | 53.7 |
| 78573 | 42,874 | $51,185 | $154,800 | $909 | 36.7 |
| 78574 | 62,852 | $52,536 | $119,000 | $807 | 51.9 |
| 78577 | 79,903 | $49,768 | $111,500 | $988 | 26.0 |
| 78589 | 39,958 | $51,662 | $112,400 | $926 | 25.5 |
McAllen, TX has 11 ZIP codes with a combined population of 534,633. The average median household income across all ZIP codes is $55,009. The average median home value is $141,836. The average median monthly rent is $942.
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