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% |
| Altitude : | 394 feet / 120 meters |
| Capital city : | Zapata is capital of Zapata County |
| Time Zone : | Central Time Zone |
| Local time : | 17:51:44 (6th December 2025) |
Geography
Zapata is located at 26°54'26"N 99°16'17"W (26.9072600, -99.2714300).
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Zapata zip code is 78076.
County name: Zapata, County
fips: 48505
Carrizo, Zapata
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