Weslaco

TX

Hidalgo County, Texas

Population 892K |Median income $54,338 |7 hospitals

Population
891,977
Hidalgo County
Median Income
$54,338
-20% vs avg
Median Home Value
$140,900
-38% vs avg
Median Age
30.5
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
892K+13%
Median Income
$54,338+59%
Median Home Value
$140,900+80%
Poverty Rate
26.7%-23%
Unemployment
7.6%-29%

Economics

Median Rent
$957/mo
Poverty Rate
26.7% +88% vs avg
Unemployment 7.6%
Bachelor's Degree+ 20.6%
Work From Home 9.2%
Public Transit 0.2%

Population

White 27.8%
Asian 1%
African American 0.7%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Obesity
44.2%
Short Sleep Duration
40.4%
Physical Inactivity
37.5%
Lack of Health Insurance
37.4%
High Blood Pressure
33.4%
Frequent Mental Distress
18.2%
Diabetes
17.4%
Binge Drinking
16.7%
Frequent Physical Distress
16.6%
Current Smoking
13.3%

Preventive Care

Dental Visit 39.2%
Annual Checkup 71.6%

Other Measures

Current Asthma
8.7%
Coronary Heart Disease
6.5%
Stroke
3.6%

Hospitals 7 total

Rating Distribution
★★★★★
0
★★★★
3
★★★
2
★★
0
★
0
Average Rating
3.6/5
Total Hospitals
7
With ER
5
SOUTH TEXAS HEALTH SYSTEM
EDINBURG · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★★☆
KNAPP MEDICAL CENTER
WESLACO · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★★☆
RIO GRANDE REGIONAL HOSPITAL
MCALLEN · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★★☆
MISSION REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER
MISSION · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★☆☆
DOCTORS HOSPTAL AT RENAISSANCE
EDINBURG · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★☆☆

Alerts & News — Weslaco Area 6

Weather Alerts high

Red Flag Warning Issued for Deep South Texas: Critical Fire Weather Risk Through Monday

NOAA · 2d ago
Weather Alerts high

Special Marine Warning Issued for Galveston Bay Through Sunday Night

NOAA · 2d ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for East Texas and Northwest Louisiana

NOAA · 3d ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Tyler and Jasper Counties in Southeast Texas

NOAA · 3d ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Jasper and Tyler Counties in Southeast Texas

NOAA · 3d ago
Disasters

FEMA Authorizes Fire Management Assistance for Corner Pocket Fire in Texas

FEMA · 3d ago

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Weslaco, TX? ▼
Weslaco, TX has a population of 891,977 people, located in Hidalgo County, Texas.
What is the median household income in Weslaco? ▼
The median household income in Weslaco, TX is $54,338 per year. The poverty rate is 26.7%.
What is the median home value in Weslaco? ▼
The median home value in Weslaco, TX is $140,900. Median rent is $957/month.
What are the top health concerns in Weslaco? ▼
The top health indicators in Weslaco include Obesity (44.2%), Short Sleep Duration (40.4%), Physical Inactivity (37.5%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Weslaco? ▼
Weslaco has 7 hospitals with an average rating of 3.6/5 stars. 5 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Weslaco? ▼
The median age in Weslaco, TX is 30.5 years. 20.6% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Weslaco, TX is located in Hidalgo County, Texas. With a population of 892K and a median household income of $54,338, the community faces health challenges including obesity and short sleep duration. Residents have access to 7 hospitals with an average rating of 3.6/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Weslaco area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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Data Sources

All data on this page comes from official U.S. government sources. Population and economic data from the Census Bureau American Community Survey (2022 5-year estimates). Health data from the CDC PLACES program (2023). Hospital ratings from CMS Hospital Compare (2024). Data is county-level (Hidalgo County) as the smallest consistent geographic unit across all sources.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI UCR, CDC PLACES, and NCES. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.