Hidalgo County Map, Texas, USA

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Map of Hidalgo County - Hidalgo County is a county located in the U.S. state of Texas. Hidalgo County Map showing cities, highways, important places and water bodies. Get Where is Hidalgo County located in the map, major cities in Hidalgo county, population, areas, and places of interest.

Map of Hidalgo County, Texas

Map of Hidalgo County, Texas

Hidalgo County is a county located in the U.S. state of Texas. It's county seat is Edinburg. As per 2020 census, the population of Hidalgo County is 880356 people and population density is square miles. According to the United States Census Bureau, the county has a total area of 1,569 sq mi (4,064 km2). Hidalgo County was established on 1852.

Facts about Hidalgo County, Texas

CountryUnited States
StateTexas
RegionSouth Texas / Rio Grande Valley
County SeatEdinburg
Named AfterMiguel Hidalgo y Costilla, leader of the Mexican War of Independence
Established1852
Organized1852
Coordinates26.3050° N, 98.1460° W
Total Area1,583 sq mi
Land Area1,576 sq mi
Water Area7 sq mi
Population (2020)870,781
Population RankOne of the most populous counties in South Texas
Major CitiesEdinburg, McAllen, Mission, Pharr, Weslaco
Main IndustriesAgriculture, Healthcare, Trade, Manufacturing, Education
Major AirportMcAllen-Miller International Airport (MFE)
Time ZoneCentral Time (UTC−06:00)
Known ForRio Grande Valley, Agriculture (citrus, vegetables), Medical centers, Cross-border trade
Websitehttps://www.hidalgocounty.us

Top Attractions in Hidalgo County, Texas

  • Gladys Porter Zoo (Brownsville) – Popular zoo with global wildlife exhibits.
  • Hidalgo Pumphouse Museum – Historical exhibits on local irrigation and county history.
  • Hidalgo Plaza Mall – Shopping, dining, and entertainment in the heart of Hidalgo.
  • National Butterfly Center (Mission) – Butterfly gardens, walking trails, and conservation programs.
  • Rio Grande Valley Premium Outlets (Mercedes) – Popular outlet shopping destination.
  • Historic Downtown Edinburg – Shops, cafés, and local heritage buildings.
  • University of Texas Rio Grande Valley (Edinburg) – Campus attractions and cultural events.
  • McAllen Nature Center (Nearby Access) – Trails, bird-watching, and educational programs.
  • Chapin Park (McAllen) – Community park with recreation, picnic areas, and walking trails.
  • Hidalgo County Courthouse (Edinburg) – Landmark historic building in the county seat.

Cities and Towns in Hidalgo County, Texas

PlaceTypePopulation (Census 2020)Latitude & Longitude
Edinburg (county seat)City10024326.3017°N, 98.1633°W
McAllenCity14221026.2034°N, 98.2300°W
MissionCity8562826.2159°N, 98.3253°W
PharrCity7966226.1948°N, 98.1836°W
WeslacoCity4095326.1595°N, 97.9908°W
San JuanCity3562026.1892°N, 98.1553°W
AlamoCity1942926.1837°N, 98.1231°W
DonnaCity1619726.1704°N, 98.0514°W
MercedesCity1599126.1498°N, 97.9136°W
HidalgoCity1385826.1004°N, 98.2631°W
PalmviewCity1583026.2262°N, 98.3795°W
AltonCity1845626.2873°N, 98.3045°W

What are Major Roads and Highways in Hidalgo County

  • Interstate 2 (U.S. Highway 83) - major east-west corridor across the Rio Grande Valley
  • Interstate 69C - north-south route through Pharr, McAllen, and Edinburg
  • U.S. Highway 281 - connects Edinburg with Brooks County and San Antonio
  • U.S. Highway 83 Business - serves downtown communities throughout the county
  • Texas State Highway 107 - links Edinburg, Mission, and rural communities
  • Texas State Highway 336 - serves McAllen and Hidalgo
  • Texas State Highway 495 - east-west connector through the central valley
  • Anzalduas International Bridge Road - major international trade route to Mexico

What are Neighboring Counties of Hidalgo County

  • Brooks County (north)
  • Kenedy County (northeast)
  • Willacy County (east)
  • Cameron County (southeast)
  • Starr County (west)
  • Nuevo León, Mexico (southwest across the Rio Grande)
  • Tamaulipas, Mexico (south across the Rio Grande)

Distance from Hidalgo County to Nearby Cities

CityDistance (km)Distance (mi)
McAllen1610
Pharr85
Mission1711
Weslaco2918
San Juan127
Donna2214
Mercedes3723
Rio Grande City (Starr County)7647
Harlingen (Cameron County)5937
Brownsville (Cameron County)9559
Raymondville (Willacy County)8653
Corpus Christi (Nueces County)244152
Laredo (Webb County)236147
San Antonio (Bexar County)386240
Houston (Harris County)557346

Waterbodies in Hidalgo County

Rio Grande, Falcon Reservoir tributaries, Hidalgo County Irrigation District canals, Main Floodway Channel, North Floodway, Donna Reservoir and Canal System, Delta Lake, Llano Grande Lake, resacas, wetlands, irrigation reservoirs, drainage canals, flood-control channels, and seasonal waterways

Best Golf Courses in Hidalgo County, Texas

Golf CourseLocationLatitude & Longitude
McAllen Country ClubMcAllen26.2357°N, 98.2488°W
Palm View Golf CourseMcAllen26.2385°N, 98.2793°W
Shary Municipal Golf CourseMission26.2038°N, 98.3181°W
Tierra Del Sol Golf ClubPharr26.1798°N, 98.1837°W
Los Lagos Golf ClubEdinburg26.2764°N, 98.1468°W

Colleges and Universities in Hidalgo County, Texas

Institution NameTypeLevelNotable For
University of Texas Rio Grande Valley (UTRGV)PublicUniversityMajor public research university headquartered in Edinburg
South Texas CollegePublicCommunity CollegeLarge multi-campus community college serving the Rio Grande Valley
Texas A&M Higher Education Center at McAllenPublicUniversity CenterGraduate and professional education programs
Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service - Hidalgo CountyPublicUniversityAgricultural and community education programs

References

  1. U.S. Census Bureau - Hidalgo County QuickFacts
  2. Official Hidalgo County Website
  3. Texas State Historical Association - Hidalgo County
  4. The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
  5. Texas Almanac - Hidalgo County