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 19:58:59 (22nd April 2026)
Weather 86℉ Partly 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

86°F
Partly Sunny
7 mph SE Wednesday

Partly sunny, with a high near 86. Southeast wind around 7 mph.

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