ZIP Code 78501: Mcallen, Texas
Mcallen, TX uses ZIP code 78501, which falls within Hidalgo County, Texas. Its reference point is at latitude 26.2154 and longitude -98.2359 (26°12'55.4"N 98°14'09.2"W).
Location Overview of ZIP Code 78501
Mcallen, TX has 5 ZIP codes in our directory. Besides 78501, they include 78502, 78503, 78504, 78505.
Across Hidalgo County there are 31 ZIP codes listed, and Texas has 2,742 in total.
The nearest listed ZIP code is 78504 in Mcallen, TX, about 2.8 mi to the north.
| ZIP code | 78501 |
|---|---|
| City | Mcallen |
| County | Hidalgo County |
| State | Texas (TX) |
| Latitude | 26.2154 |
| Longitude | -98.2359 |
| DMS | 26°12'55.4"N 98°14'09.2"W |
| Nearest ZIP | 78504 (Mcallen, 2.8 mi) |
Map of ZIP Code 78501
Map centered on 26.2154, -98.2359. The pin marks the ZIP code's reference point, not its boundary.
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ZIP Codes Near 78501
These 15 ZIP codes have the closest reference points to 78501, measured in a straight line.
Nearby Cities and Towns
The closest communities to ZIP code 78501, measured in a straight line from its reference point, are Pharr, TX (4.0 mi southeast), San Juan, TX (5.2 mi east) and Edinburg, TX (5.5 mi northeast). Distances are approximate and road distances will be longer.
- Pharr, TX – 4.0 mi southeast
- San Juan, TX – 5.2 mi east
- Edinburg, TX – 5.5 mi northeast
- Mission, TX – 6.7 mi northwest
- Alamo, TX – 7.6 mi east
- Hidalgo, TX – 7.9 mi south
- Donna, TX – 12 mi east
- Weslaco, TX – 13 mi north
Schools Near Mcallen, TX
Public school assignments in the United States are based on street address, so families in ZIP code 78501 should confirm their assigned school with the school district that serves Mcallen and Hidalgo County.
Searching nearby communities such as Pharr and San Juan can widen the list of public, private and charter options. The links below open live Google Maps results centered on 78501.
Parks and Outdoor Recreation
Parks, trails and playgrounds around Mcallen, TX are easiest to find on the map above or with the searches below, which are centered on ZIP code 78501.
Hospitals and Healthcare
Hospitals, urgent care clinics and pharmacies serving Mcallen, TX can be found with the searches below. In a medical emergency, call 911.
Residents of ZIP code 78501 may also use facilities in nearby Pharr, San Juan and Edinburg.
Shopping and Dining in Mcallen
Restaurants, grocery stores and shopping centers in and around ZIP code 78501 are listed in the Google Maps searches below, with current hours and reviews.
Libraries and Historical Places
Public libraries, museums and historic sites near Mcallen, Texas can be found with the searches below, which are centered on ZIP code 78501.
To research local history, try searching for Hidalgo County records and archives along with the name Mcallen.
Roads, Rivers and Lakes
From ZIP code 78501, Pharr lies about 4.0 mi to the southeast, San Juan lies about 5.2 mi to the east, Edinburg lies about 5.5 mi to the northeast, Mission lies about 6.7 mi to the northwest and Alamo lies about 7.6 mi to the east. Use the directions link for turn-by-turn routes and road names.
Rivers, lakes and other water features near Mcallen show up on the map above, or you can search for them directly.
Frequently Asked Questions About ZIP Code 78501
Photo & Video Credits
- Photo 1 (“Cymaenes trebius cropped”): Jaxon Rickel, CC BY 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 2 (“Greetings from McAllen, Texas - Large Letter Postcard (8202972816)”): Steve Shook from Moscow, Idaho, USA, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 3 (“Harrisia bonplandii 4”): psweet, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Video: “Things to do in McAllen TX - Texas Travel Series” by My Curly Adventures, embedded from YouTube. All rights belong to the creator.
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Data for ZIP code 78501 comes from a public U.S. postal code dataset and is provided for general reference. Always confirm mailing details with the U.S. Postal Service.