Rio Grande City
City in Starr County, Texas
Rio Grande City is a city in Starr County, Texas, with 15,317 residents (2020 Census). It sits at 174 ft (53 m) above sea level. The nearest town is Fernando Salinas, 1.3 miles NW.
- 15,317residents (2020 Census)
- 174 ftelevation · 53 m
- 11.4 sq miland area · 29.4 km²
- 1,349 / sq mipopulation density
- 78547ZIP code
About Rio Grande City
Rio Grande City is a city in and the county seat of Starr County, Texas, United States. The population was 15,317 at the time of the 2020 census. The city is 41 miles (66 km) west of McAllen. It is connected to Camargo, Tamaulipas, via the Rio Grande City–Camargo International Bridge.
The city is situated within the Rio Grande Valley.
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Living in Rio Grande City
- Median household income
- $44,577
- Median home value
- $113,200
- Median rent
- $767/mo
- Median age
- 29.9
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Rio Grande City had 15,317 residents in the 2020 Census.
| 2020 Census | 15,317 |
|---|---|
| Density | 1,349 per sq mi (521 per km²) |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Decennial Census.
Rio Grande City at a glance
| State | Texas (TX) |
|---|---|
| County | Starr County |
| Type | City |
| Population | 15,317 (2020) |
| Land area | 11.35 sq mi (29.4 km²) |
| Elevation | 174 ft (53 m) |
| Coordinates | 26.3810° N, 98.8215° W |
| ZIP code | 78547 |
| Official website | cityofrgc.com |
| Census code (GEOID) | 4862168 |
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau (Gazetteer, ZCTA), USGS GNIS, Wikidata.
Towns near Rio Grande City
- Fernando Salinas1.3 mi NW
- San Fernando1.8 mi NW
- Valle Hermoso2.1 mi E
- Airport Heights2.1 mi NW
- El Mesquite3.1 mi E
- Las Lomas3.1 mi E
- La Escondida3.2 mi W
- Mi Ranchito Estate3.2 mi W
- Ranchitos del Norte3.4 mi NW
- El Rancho Vela3.6 mi NE
- Santa Cruz3.8 mi SE
- Santel3.8 mi W
Straight-line distance between town centers.
Frequently asked questions about Rio Grande City
What county is Rio Grande City in?
Rio Grande City is in Starr County, Texas.
What is the population of Rio Grande City, TX?
15,317 people lived in Rio Grande City at the 2020 Census.
What is the ZIP code of Rio Grande City, TX?
The ZIP code of Rio Grande City is 78547.
What is the elevation of Rio Grande City?
174 feet (53 m) above sea level.
What towns are near Rio Grande City?
Fernando Salinas (1.3 mi), San Fernando (1.8 mi), Valle Hermoso (2.1 mi), Airport Heights (2.1 mi), El Mesquite (3.1 mi).
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