Weslaco, Texas
Weslaco: The largest city in Hidalgo County, Texas. It is located on the Rio Grande River in the southern part of the state. Weslaco is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Weslaco Historical Society and the Weslaco Museum.
About
Weslaco is a city located in the county of Hidalgo in the U.S. state of Texas. Its population at the 2010 census was 35,670 and a population density of 724 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 43,273 inhabitants.
The city was created 105 years ago in 1918.
Quick Facts about Weslaco
| Population : | 43,273 (2020) |
| Country : | United States of America |
| State : | Texas (United States) |
| County : | Hidalgo County |
| Postal code : | 78599, 78596 |
| Phone Area Codes : | 956 |
| Area : | 49.24 km2 |
| Altitude : | 79 feet / 24 meters |
| Establishment : | January 01, 1919 (105 years ago) |
| Time Zone : | America/Chicago |
| Local time : | 21:23:00 (21st December 2024) |
| Density : | 879 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth : | 17.57% (2010-2020) |
Geography
Weslaco is located at 26°9'34"N 97°59'27"W (26.1595200, -97.9908400).
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Official website of Weslaco
Demographics
The population of Weslaco increased by 17.57% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
| 2010 | 35,670 | - | census |
| 2011 | 37,855 | 5.77% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 38,259 | 1.06% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 38,545 | 0.74% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 38,919 | 0.96% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 39,328 | 1.04% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 39,971 | 1.61% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 40,191 | 0.55% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 41,203 | 2.46% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 41,629 | 1.02% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 43,273 | 3.8% | estimation process |
Demographic Facts
| Estimated population as of July 1, 2019 : | 29,003 |
| Based on demographic estimates as of April 1, 2010 : | 27,540 |
| Based on demographic estimates as of 1 April 2010 : | 5.3% |
| April 1, 2020 Population : | 28,513 |
| April 1, 2010 Population : | 27,469 |
| People under 5 years old, percentage : | 6.8% |
| People under 18 years old, percentage : | 24.8% |
| People over 65 (%) : | 14.1% |
| Female persons, % : | 50.3% |
| White only, percent : | 83.2% |
| Black or African American alone, percent : | 3.3% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native only, % : | 8.0% |
| Asians alone % : | 1.3% |
| Only Native Hawaiians and Other Pacific Islanders, % : | 0.1% |
| % of people who have participated in two or more races : | 4.2% |
| % of Hispanic or Latino : | 18.9% |
| White people, not Hispanic or Latino people, make up the majority of the population. : | 67.5% |
| 2015-2019 Veterans : | 1,501 |
| Percentage of foreign-born people, 2015-2019 : | 7.4% |
| Residential units, July 1, 2019 : | 12,738 |
Weslaco zip code is 78596.
County name: Hidalgo, County
fips: 48215
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Economic Facts
| Residential units, July 1, 2019 : | 12,738 |
| Rate of owner-occupied housing units, 2015-2019 : | 62.6% |
| Owner-occupied housing unit median value, 2015-2019 : | $142,500 |
| From 2015 to 2019, the median selected monthly owner costs - with a mortgage : | $1,215 |
| Monthly owner costs, without a mortgage, at the median, 2015-2019 : | $402 |
| 2015-2019 median gross rent : | $728 |
| Permits for construction, 2020 : | 19 |
| 2015-2019 Households : | 10,653 |
| Population per household, 2015-2019 : | 2.58 |
| Living in the same house a year ago, percentage of people aged one year and up, 2015-2019 : | 79.0% |
| Languages other than English spoken at home, as a percentage of people aged 5 and up, 2015-2019 : | 15.7% |
| Households with computers, %, 2015-2019 : | 91.0% |
| Percentage of households with a broadband Internet subscription, 2015-2019 : | 79.7% |
| Percentage of people aged 25 and up with a high school diploma or higher, 2015-2019 : | 87.7% |
| Bachelor's degree or higher, proportion of people aged 25 and up, 2015-2019 : | 24.8% |
| Percentage of people under the age of 65 who have a disability, 2015-2019 : | 8.1% |
| Persons under the age of 65 who do not have health insurance, as a percentage : | 20.5% |
| Total civilian labor force, percent of population aged 16 and up, 2015-2019 : | 63.8% |
| Female labor force participation in the civilian labor force, as a percentage of the population aged 16 and up, 2015-2019 : | 57.8% |
| Total sales of lodging and food services in 2012 ($1,000) : | 61,280 |
| Total receipts/revenue for health care and social assistance in 2012 ($1,000) : | 158,548 |
| Manufacturers' total shipments in 2012 ($1,000) : | 429,815 |
| 2012 total retail sales ($1,000) : | 530,851 |
| 2012 total retail sales per capita : | $18,603 |
| Mean commute time to work (in minutes), workers aged 16 and up, 2015-2019 : | 19.5 |
| 2015-2019 median household income (in 2019 dollars) : | $49,900 |
| Income per capita in the previous 12 months (in 2019 dollars), 2015-2019 : | $26,520 |
| Percentage of people living in poverty : | 15.8% |
| Total number of employer establishments, 2019 : | 922 |
| 2019 total employment : | 10,131 |
| 2019 total annual payroll ($1,000) : | 413,188 |
| Total employment, change in percentage terms, 2018-2019 : | 2.4% |
| 2018 total non-employer establishments : | 2,289 |
| Total number of businesses in 2012 : | 2,634 |
| Men-owned businesses in 2012 : | 1,519 |
| Women-owned businesses in 2012 : | 572 |
| Minority-owned businesses in 2012 : | 247 |
| Non-minority-owned businesses in 2012 : | 2,183 |
| Veteran-owned businesses in 2012 : | 254 |
| Nonveteran-owned businesses in 2012 : | 2,115 |
| 2010 population per square mile : | 27.8 |
| 2010 land area in square miles : | 988.82 |
Other Places in Weslaco
1 Weslaco City Hall
255 S Kansas Ave, Weslaco, TX 78596 ➦ Show Map
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2 US Agricultural Research Services
2301 S International Blvd, Weslaco, TX 78596, United States ➦ Show Map
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3 USDA
2600 S International Blvd, Weslaco, TX 78596, United States ➦ Show Map
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People born in Weslaco (8)
People born in Weslaco, including actor David Spielberg, writer Hector Cantú, artist Nora Chapa Mendoza, .
List
- Omar Figueroa (American boxer) he was born in 13/12/1989
- Armando Martinez (American politician) he was born in 06/01/1976
- Natalia Anciso (Chicana-Tejana visual artist) she was born in 25/03/1985
- Brandon Figueroa (American boxer) he was born in 29/12/1996
- Thomas B. Bruton he was born in 30/08/1930
Schools in Weslaco
College & universities near Weslaco, TX
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 443322 | Valley Grande Institute for Academic Studies | Weslaco (TX) | 78596 |
Stations (3)
Amtrak & bus stations near Weslaco, TX
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| MEN | McAllen, Texas | 1501 West US Hwy 83 Business | BUS |
| HGN | Harlingen, Texas | 215 E. Monroe Ave. | BUS |
| BSV | Brownsville, Texas | 1134 E. St. Charles Street | BUS |
Post offices near Weslaco
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Wesla Post Office | Weslaco (TX) | 78596 |
Other cities in Hidalgo County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Hidalgo County , TX. (more)
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| McAllen | 143,751 | The second most populous city in Hidalgo County, Texas. |
| Edinburg | 102,374 | The most populous city in Hidalgo County, Texas. |
| Mission | 84,496 | A city in Hidalgo County, Texas. |
| Pharr | 79,513 | The most populous city in Hidalgo County, Texas. |
| San Juan | 37,034 | In Hidalgo County, Texas, San Juan is a city. |
| Alamo | 20,556 | Town in southern Texas, United States |
| Alton | 18,785 | City in Texas |
| Mercedes | 16,598 | City in Texas, USA |
| Donna | 16,316 | City in Hidalgo County, Texas, United States |
| Hidalgo | 14,305 | City in Hidalgo County, Texas, United States |
| La Homa | 11,985 | Census designated place |
| Elsa | 7,120 | City in Hidalgo County, Texas, United States |
| Mila Doce | 6,222 | Census designated place |
| Progreso | 5,979 | City in Hidalgo County, Texas |
| Palmview | 5,839 | City in Texas |
| Palmview South | 5,575 | Census designated place |
Distance to Other Cities
Weslaco distances to largest Texas cities
