This detailed Hidalgo County map shows the location and geographic features of Hidalgo County in southern Texas. The map highlights major cities and communities including Edinburg, McAllen, Mission, Pharr, San Juan, Alamo, Donna, Weslaco, Mercedes, and Hidalgo. It also shows neighboring counties such as Starr, Brooks, Jim Hogg, Willacy, Kennedy, and Cameron, along with the international boundary with Mexico.
Major transportation routes are clearly marked, including Interstate 69C, Interstate 2, U.S. highways, and state roads. The map also identifies the Rio Grande, Delta Lake, South Texas International Airport, parks, county boundaries, and numerous smaller communities. This map is useful for students, researchers, travelers, businesses, real estate professionals, and anyone interested in the geography and transportation network of Hidalgo County. It provides a convenient visual reference for understanding local communities and regional connections across South Texas.
| Fact | Details |
|---|---|
| Official Name | Hidalgo County |
| State | Texas |
| Country | United States |
| Founded | 1852 |
| Incorporated | 1852 |
| Population | Approximately 900,000+ |
| County | Edinburg |
| Area | Approximately 1,583 sq. mi. |
| Time Zone | Central Time Zone (CST/CDT) |
| ZIP Codes | 78501–78599 |
| Area Code | 210, 512, 956 |
| Known For | Rio Grande Valley, agriculture, citrus production, and border communities |
| Major Airport | South Texas International Airport at Edinburg |
| Climate | Hot summers and mild winters; semi-arid to subtropical |
| Nickname | The Rio Grande Valley |
| Major Highways | I-2, I-69C, US 281, US 83 |
| Nearby Border | Starr, Brooks, Jim Hogg, Willacy, Cameron |
| Major Attractions | Quinta Mazatlán, Santa Ana National Wildlife Refuge, Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park, and National Butterfly Center |