Information on Weslaco, Hidalgo County
The City of Weslaco is located in the state of Texas, in Hidalgo County. Its area, population and other key information are listed below. |
Weslaco City HALL, Hidalgo County
| Weslaco City Hall's address | Weslaco Weslaco Municipal Building 255 S. Kansas Ave. Weslaco, TX 78596-6158 United States | |
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| Phone number of Weslaco City Hall | +1 956-968-3181 | |
| Weslaco, TX email | Not available | |
| Weslaco official website | weslacotx.gov | |
| Mayor of Weslaco | ||
| Hidalgo County, Texas: Vital Records | Weslaco vital records | |
| Birth Certificate | Order your Texas birth certificate online | |
Common questions about Weslaco
What county is Weslaco TX in?Weslaco, TX is located in Hidalgo County |
Where is Weslaco, Texas ?Weslaco lies in Hidalgo County in the southernmost part of Texas, USA. It is situated in the Rio Grande Valley, near the Mexican border. Weslaco is approximately midway between McAllen to the west and Harlingen to the east, about 15 miles north of the Rio Grande River. |
What is the cost of living in Weslaco TX ?The cost of living in Weslaco, Texas (Hidalgo County) is relatively affordable. Housing averages around $150,000, while transportation costs are approximately 8% lower than the national average. Groceries are also reasonable, with an index about 5% below the U.S. average, making Weslaco an attractive option for budget-conscious residents. |
Weslaco administrative division
| Country | United States |
|---|---|
| State | Texas |
| County | Hidalgo - other counties in Texas |
Weslaco building department, TX
If you're planning a construction or renovation project in Weslaco, Texas (TX), obtaining the necessary permits is a crucial step to ensure compliance with local regulations. To request the required permits, you'll need to visit the Weslaco Building Department, located at 255 S. Kansas Ave. It's advisable to contact the office directly to gather essential details about the costs and processing times associated with your specific project. Doing so will help streamline the application process and ensure that you meet all regulatory requirements for your construction plans in the city.
| Office | Weslaco Building Department |
|---|---|
| City | Weslaco |
| State | Texas |
| Address | 255 S Kansas Ave, Weslaco, TX 78596 |
| Phone | 956-968-3181 |
| Website | https://www.weslacotx.gov/departments/building |
Demography of Weslaco
| Name of Weslaco inhabitants (demonym) | Not available | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Date | Current value | Classed by Region/Country | ||
| Population | 35 670 inhabitants | 83 / 972 | ||
| Population density in Weslaco | 2 411,5 pop/sq mi (931,1 pop/km²) | |||
Events nearby
| Jon Pardi - VIP Lounge Experience Upgrade | 2025-10-25 at Bert Ogden Arena | Edinburg |
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| Chris Tomlin w/ Newsboys | 2025-06-28 at Bert Ogden Arena | Edinburg |
| Palomazo Norteno | 2025-07-19 at Bert Ogden Arena | Edinburg |
| Jorge Medina & Josi Cuen - JUNTOS | 2025-08-23 at Bert Ogden Arena | Edinburg |
| Jon Pardi w/ Jake Worthington | 2025-10-25 at Bert Ogden Arena | Edinburg |
| Banda MS de Sergio Lizarraga | 2025-11-22 at Bert Ogden Arena | Edinburg |
| Ramon Ayala - Historia De Un Final | 2025-05-25 at Payne Arena | Hidalgo |
List of Passport Facilities in Weslaco, TX
Where to apply for a passport in Weslaco, TX? There are 1 passport offices in Weslaco, try one of these:
| Name | Street | Phone number |
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| WESLACO POST OFFICE | 109 NORTH BORDER AVENUE | 9569687412 |
Top 3 most popular banks in Weslaco
There are 15 bank branches in Weslaco.
Compass Bank is the most popular bank in Weslaco with 3 branch offices, followed by International Bank of Commerce with 2 branch offices and then Lone Star National Bank with 2 branch offices.
Find below all bank branches in Weslaco:
| Bank's name | Number of branch offices | Service Type |
|---|---|---|
| Compass Bank | 3 | Full Service Brick and Mortar Office |
| International Bank of Commerce | 2 | Full Service Brick and Mortar Office |
| Lone Star National Bank | 2 | Full Service Brick and Mortar Office |
| Vantage Bank Texas | 2 | Full Service Brick and Mortar Office |
| Rio Bank | 2 | Full Service Brick and Mortar Office |
| PlainsCapital Bank | 1 | Full Service Brick and Mortar Office |
| Texas National Bank | 1 | Full Service Brick and Mortar Office |
| Texas Regional Bank | 1 | Full Service Brick and Mortar Office |
| Greater State Bank | 1 | Full Service Brick and Mortar Office |
Weslaco administrative numbers
| Weslaco City code | 4877272 |
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| Weslaco City postcode | 78596 |
Transportation modes in Weslaco
| Airport | McAllen Miller International Airport 15.6 miles Valley International Airport 21.3 miles Brownsville/South Padre Island International Airport 39.1 miles |
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Weslaco territory
| Weslaco area | 14,79 sq mi (38,31 km²) |
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| Weslaco altitude | 75 Altitude feet |
| Geographical coordinates | Latitude: 26.1591 Longitude: -97.9881 Latitude: 26° 9' 33'' North Longitude: 97° 59' 17'' West |
| Time zone | UTC -6:00 (America/Chicago) Summer time : UTC -5:00 Winter time : UTC -6:00 |
| Local time | |
| Cities twinned with Weslaco | Currently, the town Weslaco isn’t twinned |
| Natural parks | Weslaco isn't part of a natural park |
What is Weslaco close to?
Leaflet | Map data © OpenStreetMap contributors
| Nearby cities include: Donna, Mercedes, Progreso and Progreso Lakes | ||
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| Donna | Donna | Edcouch |
| Donna |  | Mercedes |
 Río Bravo | Mercedes | Mercedes |
| Donna 4.1 miles | Mercedes 4.6 miles | Progreso 4.8 miles |
| Progreso Lakes 6.5 miles | Alamo 8.2 miles | Edcouch 9.4 miles |
| Elsa 9.6 miles | La Feria 10.1 miles | La Villa 10.3 miles |
| San Juan 10.4 miles | Santa Rosa 12.1 miles | Pharr 13.2 miles |
| Río Bravo 13.4 miles | Palm Valley 14.9 miles | Edinburg 15.3 miles |
| Primera 15.3 miles | Rangerville 16 miles | McAllen 16.5 miles |
| Hidalgo 16.6 miles | Combes 17.3 miles | Los Indios 17.5 miles |
Distance between Weslaco and other main cities and towns
| Los Angeles : 1335 miles | Houston : 297 miles | Philadelphia : 1627 miles |
| Phoenix : 988 miles | San Antonio : 231 miles closest | San Diego : 1239 miles |
| Dallas : 465 miles | San Jose : 1593 miles | Jacksonville : 1035 miles |
| Indianapolis : 1164 miles | San Francisco : 1666 miles | Austin : 287 miles |
| Columbus : 1289 miles | Fort Worth : 460 miles | Charlotte : 1195 miles |
| Distances are calculated as the crow flies | ||
Schools in Weslaco, TX
Elementary schools in Weslaco
21st Century Early Learning Foundations Academy
District of Weslaco Independent School DistrictLowest grade : PK, Highest grade : PK
Students : 303
A N Rico Elementary
District of Weslaco Independent School DistrictLowest grade : PK, Highest grade : 5
Students : 846
Airport Elementary
District of Weslaco Independent School DistrictLowest grade : PK, Highest grade : 5
Students : 655
Cleckler/Heald Elementary
District of Weslaco Independent School DistrictLowest grade : PK, Highest grade : 5
Students : 899
Dr R E Margo Elementary
District of Weslaco Independent School DistrictLowest grade : PK, Highest grade : 5
Students : 998
F D Roosevelt Elementary
District of Weslaco Independent School DistrictLowest grade : PK, Highest grade : 5
Students : 591
Horizon Montessori II
District of Horizon Montessori Public SchoolsLowest grade : PK, Highest grade : 8
Students : 325
Idea Academy Weslaco
District of Idea Public SchoolsLowest grade : PK, Highest grade : 5
Students : 711
Idea Weslaco Pike Academy
District of Idea Public SchoolsLowest grade : PK, Highest grade : 5
Students : 773
Memorial Elementary
District of Weslaco Independent School DistrictLowest grade : PK, Highest grade : 5
Students : 896
North Bridge Elementary
District of Weslaco Independent School DistrictLowest grade : PK, Highest grade : 5
Students : 770
Pfc Mario Ybarra Elementary
District of Weslaco Independent School DistrictLowest grade : PK, Highest grade : 5
Students : 557
Raul A Gonzalez Junior Elementary
District of Weslaco Independent School DistrictLowest grade : PK, Highest grade : 5
Students : 790
Rodolfo Rudy Silva Junior Elementary
District of Weslaco Independent School DistrictLowest grade : PK, Highest grade : 5
Students : 730
Sam Houston Elementary
District of Weslaco Independent School DistrictLowest grade : PK, Highest grade : 5
Students : 707
Middle schools in Weslaco
Armando Cuellar Middle
District of Weslaco Independent School DistrictLowest grade : 6, Highest grade : 8
Students : 683
Beatriz G Garza Middle
District of Weslaco Independent School DistrictLowest grade : 6, Highest grade : 8
Students : 1068
Central Middle
District of Weslaco Independent School DistrictLowest grade : 6, Highest grade : 8
Students : 921
Mary Hoge Middle
District of Weslaco Independent School DistrictLowest grade : 6, Highest grade : 8
Students : 982
High schools in Weslaco
Hidalgo County Boot Camp
District of Weslaco Independent School DistrictLowest grade : 9, Highest grade : 12
Students : 32
Weslaco 21st Century Cte Early College High School
District of Weslaco Independent School DistrictLowest grade : 9, Highest grade : 12
Students : 204
Weslaco East High School
District of Weslaco Independent School DistrictLowest grade : 9, Highest grade : 12
Students : 2081
Weslaco High School
District of Weslaco Independent School DistrictLowest grade : 9, Highest grade : 12
Students : 2539
Alternative schools in Weslaco
Horton Disciplinary Alternative Education Program
District of Weslaco Independent School DistrictLowest grade : 6, Highest grade : 12
Students : 79
Idea College Prep Weslaco
District of Idea Public SchoolsLowest grade : 6, Highest grade : 12
Students : 695
Idea Weslaco Pike College Preparatory
District of Idea Public SchoolsLowest grade : 6, Highest grade : 9
Students : 372
Santa Maria Daep
District of Santa Maria Independent School DistrictLowest grade : 10, Highest grade : 10
Students : 1
Private schools in Weslaco
First Christian Academy
Lowest grade : PK, Highest grade : 6Students : 84
Mid Valley Christian School
Lowest grade : PK, Highest grade : 12Students : 129
Leisure and activities in Weslaco surrounding area
| Golf course | |
|---|---|
| Village Executive Golf Course | Tierra Santa Golf Club |
| Llano Grande Golf Course to Mercedes 3.8 miles | La Floresta Golf Course to Mercedes 4.4 miles |
| Mid Valley Golf Course to Mercedes 4.5 miles | Alamo Country Club to Alamo 7.9 miles |
| Tierra Del Sol Golf Club to Pharr 11.6 miles | Tropic Star Park to Pharr 12.4 miles |
| Los Lagos Golf Club to Edinburg 12.6 miles | Monte Cristo Golf & Country Club to Edinburg 14.2 miles |