Weslaco, Texas
Weslaco: The largest city in Hidalgo County, Texas.
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 107 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 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 26.1595,-97.9908 |
| Altitude | 79 feet / 24 meters |
| Establishment | January 01, 1919 (107 years ago) |
| Time Zone | America/Chicago |
| Local time | 19:29:22 (22nd April 2026) |
| Density | 879 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | 17.57% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 87℉ Mostly Sunny 7-days weather |
Weslaco Old Railroad Station image
Geography
Weslaco is located at 26°9'34"N 97°59'27"W (26.1595200, -97.9908400).
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Weather
87°F
Mostly Sunny
6 to 12 mph SE
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Mostly sunny, with a high near 87. Southeast wind 6 to 12 mph.
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Official WebsiteDemographics
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 |
Services and Civic Places in Weslaco
1Weslaco City Hall
Rating: 4.6 (41)
255 S Kansas Ave, Weslaco, TX 78596 View details
Phone: +19569683181 | Website available
2US Agricultural Research Services
2301 S International Blvd, Weslaco, TX 78596, United States View details
Phone: +19565652606 | Website available
3USDA
2600 S International Blvd, Weslaco, TX 78596, United States View details
Phone: +12027202791 | Website available
People born in Weslaco (8)
People born in Weslaco, including actor David Spielberg, writer Hector Cantú, artist Nora Chapa Mendoza, .
More notable people
- 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
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Weslaco, TX. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 443322 | Valley Grande Institute for Academic Studies | Weslaco (TX) | 78596 |
Nearby Transit Stations (3)
Rail and bus stations connected to Weslaco, TX. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| 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 |
Closest post offices linked to 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