Two options exist for obtaining certified copies of Vital Records occurred in the state of Texas: one of them is requesting them at the State office, and the second one is obtaining them through the County Recorder's Office, the Local Health Department or the city or town's Civil Registration office. Bear in mind that county offices generally provide faster processing times and more payment flexibility, since you may be able to obtain your records within one week, and may be provided the option to pay issuance fees by credit card, either by phone, fax or online.
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The Hidalgo County Registrar of Vital Statistics provides you with birth, death, and marriage certificates. This Vital Records office may be reached through the telephone number or email address given below. It is also possible to order your vital records online through the official website of the County Vital Records office. To obtain a copy of a divorce decree, you will need to contact the Clerk of the Superior Court in the county where the divorce was granted. Death records are sometimes available only from a certain year onwards; this can be verified with the county recorder. Please note that official information is provided by government sites only, so contact information provided below may not be up to date. The Vital Records office in the County of Hidalgo serves all of the following towns and cities in Texas:
- Alamo
- Alton
- Donna
- Edcouch
- Edinburg
- Elsa
- Granjeno
- Hidalgo
- La Joya
- La Villa
- McAllen
- Mercedes
- Mission
- Palmhurst
- Palmview
- Penitas
- Pharr
- Progreso
- Progreso Lakes
- San Juan
- Sullivan City
- Weslaco
If you need to get a certificate from a different county in Texas such as Harris County, Dallas County, Tarrant County, Bexar County, Travis County, then you can follow this link.
Hidalgo County Vital Statistics
Hidalgo County, Texas, is home to a bustling population of approximately 868,707 residents. In recent years, the area has recorded 17,108 births, contributing to its youthful demographic landscape. Meanwhile, there have been 3,191 deaths, which informs us about the overall health and vitality of the community. The region has also seen 6,481 marriages, alongside 2,519 divorces, reflecting the various stages of family life within the area. Notably, the average life expectancy in Hidalgo County stands at 78.2 years, which is an important consideration for public health and planning. Additionally, the infant mortality rate is 6.8, a statistic that highlights the health of newborns in the community. For those interested in deeper insights into these statistics or seeking vital records information, such as birth and death records or marriage statistics, we invite you to explore more about the local vital records office.