Mercedes, Texas
Mercedes: city in Texas, USA
About
Mercedes is a city located in the county of Hidalgo in the U.S. state of Texas. Its population at the 2010 census was 15,570 and a population density of 507 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 16,598 inhabitants.
The city was created 119 years ago in 1906.
Quick Facts about Mercedes
| Population | 16,598 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Texas (United States) |
| County | Hidalgo County |
| Postal code | 78570 |
| Phone Area Codes | 956 |
| Area | 30.72 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 26.1498,-97.9136 |
| Altitude | 69 feet / 21 meters |
| Establishment | January 01, 1907 (119 years ago) |
| Time Zone | America/Chicago |
| Local time | 02:20:06 (17th April 2026) |
| Density | 540 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | 6.19% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 90℉ Mostly Sunny 7-days weather |
Geography
Mercedes is located at 26°8'59"N 97°54'49"W (26.1498000, -97.9136100).
Mercedes map
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Weather
Mostly sunny, with a high near 90. South southeast wind 13 to 22 mph, with gusts as high as 37 mph.
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Official WebsiteDemographics
The population of Mercedes increased by 6.19% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 15,570 | - | census |
| 2011 | 16,063 | 3.07% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 16,286 | 1.37% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 16,333 | 0.29% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 16,466 | 0.81% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 16,491 | 0.15% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 16,494 | 0.02% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 16,584 | 0.54% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 16,609 | 0.15% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 16,604 | -0.03% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 16,598 | -0.04% | estimation process |
Services and Civic Places in Mercedes
1Mercedes City Hall
400 S Ohio Ave, Mercedes, TX 78570 View details
Phone: +19565653114 | Website available
2US Agricultural Research Services
FM 1015 S Rd, Mercedes, TX 78570, United States View details
Phone: +19565652606
3US Agriculture Department Crop Quality
FM 1015 S Rd, Mercedes, TX 78570, United States View details
Phone: +19565652647
People born in Mercedes (12)
People born in Mercedes, including politician Kika de la Garza, baseball player Charlie Vaughan, television producer David Holman, .
More notable people
- Jeff Wentworth (Texas politician) he was born in 20/11/1940
- Keith Wright (American football player) he was born in 30/01/1956
- Rolando Hinojosa (American writer) he was born in 01/01/1929
- Ricardo S. Martinez (United States federal judge) he was born in 01/01/1951
- Roger Birkman (American psychologist) he was born in 01/02/1919
- Tomas Barrientes (American boxer) he was born in 10/03/1970
- J. E. "Buster" Brown (Texas State Senator) he was born in 10/12/1940
- Billy Pemelton (American pole vaulter) he was born in 05/09/1941
- Richard Cortez (American politician) he was born in 10/11/1943
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Mercedes, TX. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 437608 | Advanced Barber College and Hair Design | Weslaco (TX) | 78596 |
Nearby Transit Stations (3)
Rail and bus stations connected to Mercedes, TX. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| HGN | Harlingen, Texas | 215 E. Monroe Ave. | BUS |
| MEN | McAllen, Texas | 1501 West US Hwy 83 Business | BUS |
| BSV | Brownsville, Texas | 1134 E. St. Charles Street | BUS |
Closest post offices linked to Mercedes.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Merced Post Office | Mercedes (TX) | 78570 |
Other places with the same name (2)
- Mercedes, Heredia with a population of 26,007 people.
- Mercedes, San José with a population of 5,467 people.
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. |
| Weslaco | 43,273 | The largest 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 |
| 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
Mercedes distances to largest Texas cities