Hidalgo County, Administrative county in southern Texas, United States
Hidalgo County encompasses 4,099 square kilometers of land along the Rio Grande River, featuring sandy soils in the north and clay soils in the south.
The Texas Legislature established Hidalgo County on January 24, 1852, naming it after Miguel Hidalgo, a key figure in Mexico's independence movement.
The population of 870,781 residents includes a strong presence of Hispanic heritage, with Spanish language used by 83 percent of households.
The county connects to major transportation routes through Interstate 2, US Highway 83, and US Highway 281, linking multiple cities including Edinburg and McAllen.
The agricultural sector produces substantial quantities of sorghum, cotton, corn, and vegetables, contributing to Texas' agricultural output through its 320-day growing season.
Location: Texas
Inception: January 24, 1852
Capital city: Edinburg
Elevation above the sea: 27 m
Website: https://www.hidalgocounty.us/
Shares border with: Brooks County, Starr County, Kenedy County, Willacy County, Cameron County
Website: https://hidalgocounty.us
GPS coordinates: 26.39672,-98.18107
Latest update: May 28, 2025 18:19
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