Crystal City
City in Zavala County, Texas
Crystal City is a city in Zavala County, Texas, with 6,354 residents (2020 Census). It sits at 558 ft (170 m) above sea level. The nearest town is Amaya, 1.7 miles N.
- 6,354residents (2020 Census)
- 558 ftelevation · 170 m
- 3.7 sq miland area · 9.5 km²
- 1,732 / sq mipopulation density
- 78839ZIP code
About Crystal City
Crystal City is a city in and the county seat of Zavala County, Texas, United States. The population was 6,354 as of the 2020 census, and was estimated at 6,009 in 2024. It was settled as a farming and ranching community and was a major railroad stop being 110 miles (180 km) from San Antonio. Spinach became a major crop and the city has promoted itself as "Spinach Capital of the World." During World War II, a large internment camp was located here. The town is also noteworthy in the history of Mexican American political self-determination for the founding of the La Raza Unida Party.
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Living in Crystal City
- Median household income
- $36,328
- Median home value
- $109,100
- Median rent
- $518/mo
- Median age
- 31.3
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Crystal City had 6,354 residents in the 2020 Census.
| 2020 Census | 6,354 |
|---|---|
| Density | 1,732 per sq mi (669 per km²) |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Decennial Census.
Crystal City at a glance
| State | Texas (TX) |
|---|---|
| County | Zavala County |
| Type | City |
| Population | 6,354 (2020) |
| Land area | 3.67 sq mi (9.5 km²) |
| Water area | 0.01 sq mi (0.02 km²) |
| Elevation | 558 ft (170 m) |
| Coordinates | 28.6907° N, 99.8271° W |
| ZIP code | 78839 |
| Official website | cityofcrystalcity.com |
| Census code (GEOID) | 4818020 |
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau (Gazetteer, ZCTA), USGS GNIS, Wikidata.
Towns near Crystal City
- Amaya1.7 mi N
- Loma Grande2.2 mi N
- Chula Vista2.8 mi SE
- Carrizo Springs11.6 mi S
- Brundage12.5 mi SE
- Carrizo Hill12.8 mi S
- Asherton17.4 mi S
- Big Wells17.7 mi SE
- La Pryor17.9 mi N
- Batesville21.7 mi NE
- Catarina26.8 mi SE
- El Indio31.7 mi SW
Straight-line distance between town centers.
Frequently asked questions about Crystal City
What county is Crystal City in?
Crystal City is in Zavala County, Texas.
What is the population of Crystal City, TX?
6,354 people lived in Crystal City at the 2020 Census.
What is the ZIP code of Crystal City, TX?
The ZIP code of Crystal City is 78839.
What is the elevation of Crystal City?
558 feet (170 m) above sea level.
What towns are near Crystal City?
Amaya (1.7 mi), Loma Grande (2.2 mi), Chula Vista (2.8 mi), Carrizo Springs (11.6 mi), Brundage (12.5 mi).
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