Cameron County, Texas
Cameron County: County in Texas, United States
About
Cameron County is a county located in the U.S. state of Texas. As of the 2010 census, the population was 406,220 and a population density of 123 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 county had an estimated population of 424,180 inhabitants. Its county seat is Brownsville. The county was created 176 years ago in 1847.
Cameron County is the southernmost county in Texas, bordering Mexico along the Rio Grande River. It was founded in 1848 and named for Captain Ewen Cameron, a soldier during the Texas Revolution.
The area was sparsely populated until the early 1800s when Mexican settlers established large ranchos for cattle grazing. Steamboat trade began along the Rio Grande by the 1830s. During the Mexican-American War, U.S. troops occupied Brownsville in 1846.
The city of Brownsville became a hub for cotton and livestock trading by the late 1800s. Railroad lines connected the region which helped tourism grow.
Major Cities and Attractions
Brownsville is the largest city and county seat, with over 175,000 residents. Other towns include:
- Harlingen - Home to the Rio Grande Valley Livestock Show and Rodeo
- San Benito - Known for its Resaca de la Palma State Park, site of a key 1846 battle
- South Padre Island - A popular beach resort area along the Gulf of Mexico
The county has multiple state parks and protected wildlife areas. Popular sites include Sabal Palm Sanctuary and Laguna Atascosa National Wildlife Refuge.
Key Industries
International trade and transportation are major industries due to the border location and inland port at Brownsville.
Agriculture is also huge, with emphasis on citrus fruits, cotton, sorghum and cattle. The Rio Grande Valley grows over 230 different crops.
Tourism flourishes in South Padre Island and Brownsville, which hosts events like the Charro Days Fiesta.
In summary, Cameron County has a diverse culture and economy shaped by its border location and rich agricultural lands along the Rio Grande River valley.
Quick Facts about Cameron County
Population : | 424,180 (2020) |
Country : | United States of America |
State : | Texas (United States) |
Different from : | Cameron County, Cameron Parish |
Area : | 3306 km2 |
Water as percent of area : | 30% |
Land as percent of area : | 70% |
Named for : | Ewen Cameron |
Altitude : | 26 feet / 8 meters |
Capital : | Brownsville |
Establishment : | January 01, 1848 |
Time Zone : | Central Time Zone |
Local time : | 18:49:09 (6th November 2024) |
Density : | 128 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
Population growth : | 4.23% (2010-2020) |
Geography
Cameron County is located at 26°9'5"N 97°27'10"W (26.1515000, -97.4528600).
Cameron County map
The largest city of Cameron County is Brownsville with a population of 183,428. Other cities include, Harlingen population 65,176, Los Fresnos population 7,826, La Feria population 7,240 and Cameron Park Colonia population 6,963. See all Cameron County cities & populated places.
Cameron County Populated Places (more)
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Cameron County.
City Name | Population | Title |
---|---|---|
Brownsville | 183,428 | The southernmost city in Texas. |
Harlingen | 65,176 | The most populous city in Cameron County, Texas. |
San Benito | 24,085 | In Cameron County, Texas, USA, San Benito is a town. |
Los Fresnos | 7,826 | City in Cameron County, Texas, United States |
La Feria | 7,240 | City in Cameron County, Texas, United States |
Cameron Park | 6,963 | Census designated place |
Cameron Park Colonia | 6,963 | City in Cameron County, Texas, United States of America |
Port Isabel | 6,226 | City in Cameron County, Texas, United States |
Primera | 5,271 | Town of the United States |
Laureles | 3,692 | Census designated place in Texas, USA |
Laguna Heights | 3,488 | Place in Cameron County, Texas, United States |
Laguna Vista | 3,217 | Town of the United States |
Combes | 3,037 | Town of the United States |
La Paloma | 2,903 | La Paloma, in Cameron County, Texas, United States, is a census-designated place (CDP). |
South Padre Island | 2,752 | Town in Texas, United States |
Santa Rosa | 2,684 | The town of Cameron County, Texas, U. |
- Official Website
Official website of Cameron County
Cameron County has 1 neighbours.
- Willacy County county in Texas, United States
- Brownsville
Demographics
The population of Cameron County increased by 4.23% in 10 years.
Year | Population | % Change | Method |
2010 | 406,220 | - | census |
2011 | 413,201 | 1.69% | estimation process |
2012 | 415,877 | 0.64% | estimation process |
2013 | 417,357 | 0.35% | estimation process |
2014 | 419,005 | 0.39% | estimation process |
2015 | 419,450 | 0.11% | estimation process |
2016 | 421,350 | 0.45% | estimation process |
2017 | 422,227 | 0.21% | estimation process |
2018 | 422,139 | -0.02% | estimation process |
2019 | 423,163 | 0.24% | estimation process |
2020 | 424,180 | 0.24% | estimation process |
People born in Cameron County (4)
People born in Cameron County, including romance novelist Catherine Coulter, film actress Marjorie Deanne, Larry Cowart, .
List
- William Velten (American lighting director) he was born in 11/08/1959
Other places with the same name (2)
- Cameron County , Pennsylvania county in Pennsylvania, United States with a population of 4,330 people.
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