Willacy County

Willacy County is an administrative region in southern Texas with a coastline along the Gulf of Mexico. The landscape consists of agricultural land mixed with water, with Raymondville serving as its main town.

The Texas Legislature created this county in 1911 by dividing sections of neighboring counties and naming it after a state senator. This formation reflected the region's growing settlement and development at that time.

The community maintains strong Mexican cultural traditions visible in local celebrations, everyday customs, and how families gather in neighborhoods. These connections shape how people spend their time together throughout the year.

The county's main administration is based in Raymondville, where essential services and government offices are located. It helps to plan ahead when seeking specific services since the region is spread across a larger area.

An agricultural tradition rooted in early development continues to define the region: Bermuda onion farming began around that same time period and still draws attention through a yearly festival. This historical connection to the land remains visible in how locals remember their past.

Location: Texas

Inception: 1911

Capital city: Raymondville

Shares border with: Kenedy County, Hidalgo County, Cameron County

Website: http://co.willacy.tx.us

GPS coordinates: 26.49000,-97.60000

Latest update: December 7, 2025 10:08