Pharr, Texas
Pharr: The most populous city in Hidalgo County, Texas. It is located on the Rio Grande River in southern Texas. Pharr is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Pharr Fire Museum and the Pharr Aquatic Center.
About
Pharr is a city located in the county of Hidalgo in the U.S. state of Texas. Its population at the 2010 census was 70,400 and a population density of 1,153 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 79,513 inhabitants.
The city was created 108 years ago in 1916.
Quick Facts about Pharr
| Population : | 79,513 (2020) |
| Country : | United States of America |
| State : | Texas (United States) |
| County : | Hidalgo County |
| Postal code : | 78577 |
| Phone Area Codes : | 956 |
| Area : | 61.07 km2 |
| Altitude : | 112 feet / 34 meters |
| Establishment : | February 02, 1916 (108 years ago) |
| Time Zone : | America/Chicago |
| Local time : | 17:53:51 (25th April 2024) |
| Density : | 1,302 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth : | 11.46% (2010-2020) |
Geography
Pharr is located at 26°11'41"N 98°11'1"W (26.1948000, -98.1836200).
Pharr map
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- Official Website
Official website of Pharr
- Benito Juárez Municipality (2009 )
- Cancun (2009 )
- Metepec
- Salinas de Hidalgo, San Luis Potosí
Demographics
The population of Pharr increased by 11.46% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
| 2010 | 70,400 | - | census |
| 2011 | 72,142 | 2.41% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 73,327 | 1.62% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 74,165 | 1.13% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 75,348 | 1.57% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 76,369 | 1.34% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 77,363 | 1.28% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 78,649 | 1.64% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 78,925 | 0.35% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 79,112 | 0.24% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 79,513 | 0.5% | estimation process |
Other Places in Pharr
1 City of Pharr
118 S Cage Blvd, Pharr, TX 78577 ➦ Show Map
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2 Pharr Public Utilities
801 E Sam Houston Blvd, Pharr, TX 78577 ➦ Show Map
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3 US Agricultural Department
9901 S Cage Blvd, Pharr, TX 78577, United States ➦ Show Map
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4 Pharr City Code Enforcement
118 S Cage Blvd, Pharr, TX 78577 ➦ Show Map
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5 Pharr Comm Planning & Development
118 S Cage Blvd #4, Pharr, TX 78577 ➦ Show Map
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People born in Pharr (5)
People born in Pharr, including labor leader Baldemar Velasquez, football player Leo Araguz, actor Mando Alvarado, .
List
- Omar Ontiveros (US association football player) he was born in 15/05/1995
- Brandon Morales (association football player) he was born in 28/09/1999
Schools in Pharr
College & universities near Pharr, TX
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 408385 | Southern Careers Institute-Pharr | Pharr (TX) | 78577 |
| 476726 | Rio Grande Valley College | Pharr (TX) | 78577-2106 |
| 229656 | Vogue College of Cosmetology-McAllen | McAllen (TX) | 78501-1945 |
| 489283 | The College of Health Care Professions-McAllen Campus | McAllen (TX) | 78504-4398 |
| 228219 | Platt College-STVT-McAllen | McAllen (TX) | 78501 |
Stations (3)
Amtrak & bus stations near Pharr, TX
| 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 |
Post offices near Pharr
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Pharr Post Office | Pharr (TX) | 78577 |
| San Juan Post Office | San Juan (TX) | 78589 |
| Mcallen Post Office | McAllen (TX) | 78501 |
| Downtown Mcallen Post Office | McAllen (TX) | 78501 |
| Alam Post Office | Alamo (TX) | 78516 |
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. |
| 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 |
| 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
Pharr distances to largest Texas cities
