City of Harlingen, Texas

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Information on Harlingen, Cameron County

MapLocation markerWelcome to our dedicated page for Harlingen, located in the state of Texas, Cameron County. Here, you will find detailed information about this city, including its geographical location, population data, administrative services, and local resources.

This page provides essential details such as the city hall's contact information, including its address, office hours, and ways to reach out via phone or email, making it easier for you to access city-related services. Additionally, we offer useful insights into key local services, including hospitals, schools, parks, and other points of interest in Harlingen, Cameron County.

You can also explore up-to-date demographic statistics, learn about the city's history and unique features, and find answers to frequently asked questions regarding services and procedures.


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Harlingen city HALL, Cameron County

Harlingen city Hall's addressHarlingen Harlingen Municipal Building
PO Box 2207
Harlingen, TX 78551-2207
United States
Phone number of Harlingen city Hall+1 956-216-5000
Harlingen, TX emailNot available
Harlingen official websiteharlingentx.gov
Mayor of HarlingenNorma Sepulveda
Cameron County, Texas: Vital Records Harlingen vital records
Birth Certificate Order your Texas birth certificate online

Common questions about Harlingen

What county is Harlingen TX in?

Harlingen, TX is located in Cameron County

Where is Harlingen, Texas ?

Harlingen lies in Cameron County in the southern part of Texas, located in the United States. Situated in the Rio Grande Valley, it is near the Gulf of Mexico and close to the U.S.-Mexico border. It is roughly 30 miles west of Brownsville and about 45 miles north of Reynosa, Mexico.

What is the cost of living in Harlingen TX ?

The cost of living in Harlingen, TX (Cameron County) is quite affordable. Housing averages around $150,000, while transportation expenses are approximately 10% below the national average. Groceries are also reasonable, with typical monthly costs around $300. Overall, Harlingen offers a budget-friendly lifestyle with essential expenses well within reach.

Harlingen administrative division

Harlingen building department, TX

If you are planning construction or renovation projects in Harlingen, TX and need to secure the appropriate permissions, you can request the necessary permits from the Harlingen Building Inspections Division. This office is responsible for ensuring that all construction complies with local regulations and standards. It's advisable to contact them directly for detailed information regarding the costs and processing times associated with obtaining the required permits. This ensures you have accurate and up-to-date information as these details can vary depending on the specifics of your project.
OfficeCity of Harlingen Building Permits
CityHarlingen
StateTexas
Address118 E Tyler Ave, Harlingen, TX 78550
Phone956-216-5015
Websitehttps://www.myharlingen.us/page/building_permits

Demography of Harlingen

Name of Harlingen inhabitants (demonym)Not available
DateCurrent valueClassed by Region/Country
Population71 829 inhabitants (2020)54 / 509
Population density in Harlingen1 859,6 pop/sq mi (718,0 pop/km²)

Harlingen (TX) statistics

Harlingen TX Median household income$33,196
Harlingen TX Poverty rate32.2%
Harlingen TX Unemployment rate8.6%
Harlingen TX Educational attainment77.7%

Air quality

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List of Passport Facilities in Harlingen, TX

Where to apply for a passport in Harlingen, TX? There are 1 passport offices in Harlingen, try one of these:
Name Street Phone number
HARLINGEN POST OFFICE1502 NEW COMBES HWY9564231464

Top 3 most popular banks in Harlingen

There are 21 bank branches in Harlingen.
Compass Bank is the most popular bank in Harlingen with 5 branch offices, followed by International Bank of Commerce with 3 branch offices and then Texas Regional Bank with 3 branch offices.

Find below all bank branches in Harlingen:

Bank's name Number of branch offices Service Type
Compass Bank5Full Service Brick and Mortar Office
International Bank of Commerce3Full Service Brick and Mortar Office
Texas Regional Bank3Full Service Brick and Mortar Office
First Community Bank2Full Service Brick and Mortar Office
Wells Fargo Bank, National Association2Full Service Brick and Mortar Office
Bank of America, National Association1Full Service Brick and Mortar Office
Capital One, National Association1Limited Service Facility Office
Frost Bank1Full Service Brick and Mortar Office
Lone Star National Bank1Full Service Brick and Mortar Office
PlainsCapital Bank1Full Service Brick and Mortar Office
Rio Bank1Full Service Brick and Mortar Office


Harlingen administrative numbers

Harlingen city code4832372
Harlingen town phone area code956
Harlingen city postcode78550, 78553

Toponymy and translation of Harlingen

Japanese: ハーリンゲンKorean: 할링겐Russian: Харлинген
Chinese: 哈灵根  

Transportation modes in Harlingen

Airport
Valley International Airport 3.5 miles
Brownsville/South Padre Island International Airport 26.5 miles
McAllen Miller International Airport 33.5 miles

Harlingen territory

Harlingen area38,63 sq mi (100,04 km²)
Harlingen altitude39 Altitude feet
Geographical coordinatesLatitude: 26.2
Longitude: -97.7
Latitude: 26° 12' 0'' North
Longitude: 97° 42' 0'' West
Time zone
UTC -6:00 (America/Chicago)
Summer time : UTC -5:00
Winter time : UTC -6:00
Local time
Namesake of Harlingen
  • Harlingen, Friesland, Pays-Bas
Natural parksHarlingen isn't part of a natural park

What is Harlingen close to?

Nearby cities include: Palm Valley, Combes, Primera and San Benito
Palm ValleyPalm ValleyRio Hondo
Palm ValleyNeighbouring townsSan Benito
RangervilleSan BenitoSan Benito
Palm Valley 3.8 milesCombes 4 milesPrimera 4.2 miles
San Benito 5.3 milesRangerville 6.3 milesRio Hondo 7.5 miles
La Feria 8.4 milesSanta Rosa 9.2 milesLos Indios 10.1 miles
Rancho Viejo 13.8 milesMercedes 13.9 milesIndian Lake 13.9 miles
Los Fresnos 15.9 milesLa Villa 16.2 milesLyford 16.5 miles
Progreso 17.5 milesEdcouch 18.1 milesWeslaco 18.3 miles
Progreso Lakes 18.5 milesBayview 18.9 milesBrownsville 19.2 miles

Distance between Harlingen and other main cities and towns

New York City : 1687 milesLos Angeles : 1341 milesChicago : 1227 miles
Houston : 284 milesPhoenix : 996 milesPhiladelphia : 1608 miles
San Antonio : 228 miles closestSan Diego : 1254 milesDallas : 458 miles
San Jose : 1611 milesFort Worth : 454 milesAustin : 281 miles
Jacksonville : 1017 milesColumbus : 1321 milesIndianapolis : 1151 miles
Distances are calculated as the crow flies

Elementary schools in Harlingen

Austin Elementary

District of Harlingen Consolidated Independent School District
Lowest grade : PK, Highest grade : 5
Students : 399

Ben Milam Elementary

District of Harlingen Consolidated Independent School District
Lowest grade : PK, Highest grade : 5
Students : 389

Bonham Elementary

District of Harlingen Consolidated Independent School District
Lowest grade : PK, Highest grade : 5
Students : 747

Bowie Elementary

District of Harlingen Consolidated Independent School District
Lowest grade : PK, Highest grade : 5
Students : 343

Crockett Elementary

District of Harlingen Consolidated Independent School District
Lowest grade : PK, Highest grade : 5
Students : 395

Dr Hesiquio Rodriguez Elementary

District of Harlingen Consolidated Independent School District
Lowest grade : PK, Highest grade : 5
Students : 755

Horizon Montessori III

District of Horizon Montessori Public Schools
Lowest grade : PK, Highest grade : 8
Students : 311

Houston Elementary

District of Harlingen Consolidated Independent School District
Lowest grade : PK, Highest grade : 5
Students : 455

Jefferson Elementary

District of Harlingen Consolidated Independent School District
Lowest grade : PK, Highest grade : 5
Students : 314

Jubilee Harlingen

District of Jubilee Academies
Lowest grade : PK, Highest grade : 6
Students : 241

Lamar Elementary

District of Harlingen Consolidated Independent School District
Lowest grade : PK, Highest grade : 5
Students : 666

Lee H Means Elementary

District of Harlingen Consolidated Independent School District
Lowest grade : PK, Highest grade : 5
Students : 613

Long Elementary

District of Harlingen Consolidated Independent School District
Lowest grade : PK, Highest grade : 5
Students : 665

New Pathways Center

District of Harlingen Consolidated Independent School District
Lowest grade : 1, Highest grade : 6

Stuart Place Elementary

District of Harlingen Consolidated Independent School District
Lowest grade : PK, Highest grade : 5
Students : 740

Travis Elementary

District of Harlingen Consolidated Independent School District
Lowest grade : PK, Highest grade : 5
Students : 358

Treasure Hills Elementary

District of Harlingen Consolidated Independent School District
Lowest grade : PK, Highest grade : 5
Students : 887

Wilson Elementary

District of Harlingen Consolidated Independent School District
Lowest grade : PK, Highest grade : 5
Students : 504

Zavala Elementary

District of Harlingen Consolidated Independent School District
Lowest grade : PK, Highest grade : 5
Students : 373

Middle schools in Harlingen

Coakley Middle

District of Harlingen Consolidated Independent School District
Lowest grade : 6, Highest grade : 8
Students : 759

Gutierrez Middle

District of Harlingen Consolidated Independent School District
Lowest grade : 6, Highest grade : 8
Students : 836

Memorial Middle

District of Harlingen Consolidated Independent School District
Lowest grade : 6, Highest grade : 8
Students : 829

Moises Vela Middle

District of Harlingen Consolidated Independent School District
Lowest grade : 6, Highest grade : 8
Students : 875

Vernon Middle

District of Harlingen Consolidated Independent School District
Lowest grade : 6, Highest grade : 8
Students : 743

High schools in Harlingen

Early College High School

District of Harlingen Consolidated Independent School District
Lowest grade : 9, Highest grade : 12
Students : 330

Edna Tamayo House

District of Harlingen Consolidated Independent School District
Lowest grade : 9, Highest grade : 12
Students : 16

Harlingen H S - South

District of Harlingen Consolidated Independent School District
Lowest grade : 9, Highest grade : 12
Students : 1569

Harlingen High School

District of Harlingen Consolidated Independent School District
Lowest grade : 9, Highest grade : 12
Students : 1890

Harlingen School Of Health Professions

District of Harlingen Consolidated Independent School District
Lowest grade : 8, Highest grade : 12
Students : 347

Alternative schools in Harlingen

Cameron County J J A E P

District of Harlingen Consolidated Independent School District
Lowest grade : 7, Highest grade : 11
Students : 10

Dr Abraham P Cano Freshman Academy

District of Harlingen Consolidated Independent School District
Lowest grade : 9, Highest grade : 9
Students : 1160

Keys Academy

District of Harlingen Consolidated Independent School District
Lowest grade : PK, Highest grade : 12
Students : 204

Secondary Alter Center

District of Harlingen Consolidated Independent School District
Lowest grade : 6, Highest grade : 11
Students : 73

Private schools in Harlingen

Calvary Christian School

Lowest grade : PK, Highest grade : 8
Students : 288

Marine Military Academy

Lowest grade : 8, Highest grade : 12
Students : 267

St Albans Episcopal Day School

Lowest grade : PK, Highest grade : 6
Students : 240

St Anthony Catholic School

Lowest grade : PK, Highest grade : 8
Students : 205

St Paul Lutheran School Harlingen

Lowest grade : PK, Highest grade : 8
Students : 98

The St Paul Academy

Lowest grade : PK, Highest grade : 8
Students : 101