Zip Code 78879 — Rio Frio, TX
78879 is a ZIP Code associated with Rio Frio, TX, located within Real. 78879 ranks #3 out of 4 ZIP codes in Real County by population (and #1761 out of 1,990 in TX). The area supports an estimated population of 184 residents across Data Pending housing units, with a population density of 3.2 people per square mile.
WorldPlaceData database updated: October 2026
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| Data Metric | Local Statistic |
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| Postal / Zip Code | 78879 |
| Primary City | Rio Frio |
| State / Province | TX |
| County | Real |
| Total Population | 184 |
| Median Household Income | Data Pending |
| Total Housing Units | Data Pending |
| Population Density | 3.2 people/sq mi |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
How 78879 Compares
| Metric | ZIP 78879 | Real County | TX State Average |
|---|
| Population | 184 | 2,875 (Total) | 30,188,035 (Total) |
| Average ZIP Income | Data Pending | N/A | N/A |
| Population Density | 3.2 /sq mi | -- | -- |
| County Pop Rank | #3 of 4 | -- | -- |
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