ZIP code 78368
Where is ZIP code 78368?
Mathis, Texas
San Patricio County · Standard ZIP code
ZIP code 78368 belongs to Mathis, Texas in San Patricio County. 78368 is a standard ZIP code, so it covers street addresses as well as PO Boxes. It is in the Central Time zone and uses area code 361. About 9,464 people live in the 78368 area, where the median household income is $46,486. The closest ZIP codes are 78383 (Sandia, 5.3 mi southwest), 78391 (Tynan, 7 mi northeast) and 78389 (Skidmore, 10.9 mi northeast).
| ZIP code | 78368 |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard ZIP code for street addresses and PO Boxes |
| Status | Active |
| City | Mathis |
| Also accepted | Lake City, Swinney Switch, Swinney Swtch |
| State | Texas (TX) |
| County | San Patricio County |
| Time zone | Central Time · now |
| Area code | 361 |
| Coordinates | 28.0802, -97.8097 map |
| 3-digit prefix | 783 |
Population and income in 78368
| Population | 9,464 · higher than 57% of Texas ZIP codes |
|---|---|
| People per square mile | 46 · lower than 58% of Texas ZIP codes |
| Median age | 42.1 years · higher than 69% of Texas ZIP codes |
| Men / women | 49% / 51% |
| Median household income | $46,486 · lower than 89% of Texas ZIP codes |
| Income per person | $29,458 |
| Below the poverty line | 20% |
| Bachelor’s degree or higher | 14% of adults 25+ |
| Median home value | $95,300 · lower than 91% of Texas ZIP codes |
| Median rent | $900 a month |
| Housing units | 4,991 |
| Households | 3,884 (2.42 people on average) |
| Owners / renters | 77% / 24% |
| Land area | 206.54 sq mi (plus 16.1 sq mi of water) |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-year estimates (2020–2024) for ZIP Code Tabulation Area 78368. Census ZIP areas are close to, but not exactly the same as, USPS delivery areas.
ZIP codes near 78368
| ZIP code | City | Distance | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 78383 | Sandia, TX | 5.3 mi SW | Standard |
| 78391 | Tynan, TX | 7 mi NE | Standard |
| 78389 | Skidmore, TX | 10.9 mi NE | Standard |
| 78352 | Edroy, TX | 11 mi SE | PO Box only |
| 78350 | Dinero, TX | 13.7 mi NW | PO Box only |
| 78372 | Orange Grove, TX | 14 mi SW | Standard |
| 78370 | Odem, TX | 16.8 mi SE | Standard |
| 78387 | Sinton, TX | 18 mi E | Standard |
| 78339 | Banquete, TX | 19 mi S | PO Box only |
| 78380 | Robstown, TX | 20.6 mi S | Standard |
| 78410 | Corpus Christi, TX | 20.8 mi SE | Standard |
| 78330 | Agua Dulce, TX | 21.5 mi S | Standard |
Straight-line distance between ZIP code center points. Find every ZIP code within 10 miles of 78368 or measure the distance to another ZIP code.
How to address mail to 78368
123 MAIN ST
MATHIS TX 78368
Put the city, the two-letter state code and the ZIP code on the last line. USPS also accepts LAKE CITY, SWINNEY SWITCH and SWINNEY SWTCH as the city name for 78368. Avoid Argenta, Hubert and San Patricio: USPS doesn’t recognize them as the city for this ZIP code. Adding the 4-digit ZIP+4 code (78368-XXXX) helps mail sort faster but isn’t required.
Questions
- What city is ZIP code 78368?
- 78368 is a Mathis, Texas ZIP code. Lake City, Swinney Switch and Swinney Swtch are also accepted as the city name.
- What county is 78368 in?
- ZIP code 78368 is in San Patricio County, Texas.
- What time zone is ZIP code 78368 in?
- 78368 is in the Central Time zone (America/Chicago).
- What area code is 78368?
- Phone numbers in ZIP code 78368 use area code 361.
- What is the population of ZIP code 78368?
- About 9,464 people live in ZIP code 78368, according to the Census Bureau’s American Community Survey (2020–2024).
- What is the median income in 78368?
- The median household income in 78368 is $46,486 a year, lower than 89% of Texas ZIP codes.
- What ZIP codes are near 78368?
- The nearest ZIP codes to 78368 are 78383 (Sandia, 5.3 miles), 78391 (Tynan, 7 miles), 78389 (Skidmore, 10.9 miles) and 78352 (Edroy, 11 miles).