Zapata, Texas
Zapata: Census designated place
About
Zapata is a place located in the county of Zapata in the U.S. state of Texas.
Quick Facts about Zapata
| Population | 5,089 |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Texas (United States) |
| County | Zapata County |
| Postal code | 78076 |
| Water as percent of area | 20.78% |
| Land as percent of area | 79.22% |
| Latitude & Longitude | 26.9073,-99.2714 |
| Altitude | 394 feet / 120 meters |
| Capital city | Zapata is capital of Zapata County |
| Time Zone | Central Time Zone |
| Local time | 12:01:06 (24th July 2026) |
| Weather | 96℉ Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Mostly Sunny 7-days weather |
Geography
Zapata is located at 26°54'26"N 99°16'17"W (26.9072600, -99.2714300).
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Weather
96°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Mostly Sunny
6 to 12 mph SE
Today
A chance of showers and thunderstorms before 8am, then a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms between 8am and 9am. Mostly sunny, with a high nea...
7-Day Forecast
Zapata zip code is 78076.
County name: Zapata, County
fips: 48505
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Distance to Other Cities
Zapata distances to largest Texas cities