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Mercedes, TX

Texas · Cameron County · Brownsville-Harlingen Metro

Mercedes is a small city in Texas with a population of 16,449. Residents earn $41,753 per year, which is 44% below the national average.

Data updated April 2026

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
16,449 Population 1,394/sq mi density
$41,753 Median Income $18,376 per capita
$107,700 Home Value $140,307 Zillow
$676 Median Rent 38.1% income on rent
75°F Avg Temperature 312 sunny days/yr
397 Violent Crime/100K 3,951 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.5 / 5.0
$41,753 median income, 4.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$107,700 home value, $676/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
397 violent crimes/100K (4% above avg)
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
14.9% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $41,753
44% lower than US avg
Home Value $107,700
62% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 397/100K
4% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.9%
56% lower than US avg
Median Rent $676
42% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 45.8%
43% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.6%
28% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 24.5%
98% higher than US avg

How Mercedes Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population16,449
Median Age31.4 yrs
Density1,394/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 54%
Veterans3.6%

Economy

C+
Median Income$41,753
Per Capita$18,376
Unemployment4.6%
Poverty24.5%
County GDP$17,387M
Commute18 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$107,700
Rent$676
Ownership64.4%
Zillow$140,307
Housing Units6,135
Rent Burden38.1%

Crime

F
Violent397/100K
Property3,951/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault308/100K
Burglary492/100K

Health

Obesity45.8%
Uninsured38.5%
Smoking14.4%
Depression20.7%
Heart Disease6.8%

Climate

Avg Temp75°F (24°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain25.7 in/yr
Sunny Days312/yr
Elevation69 ft (21 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.9%
High School+69.9%
Graduate+6.1%
School Score5.14

Community

2024 VoteR 53% / D 47%
Commute18 min
Broadband79.4%
EV Stations1
Libraries9

Is Mercedes a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Mercedes receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes. Mercedes has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Mercedes is $41,753, 44% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.6%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 24.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Mercedes is $107,700, 62% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $676 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

The violent crime rate of 397 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 / something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,951 per 100,000, 102% above the national average.

Education

14.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 69.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Mercedes has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F. Winters average 61°F in January while summers reach 86°F in July. With 312 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 25.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Mercedes has a population of 16,449 with a density of 1,394 people per square mile, spread across 11.5 square miles. The median age is 31.4 years, 19% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 52.8% female and 47.2% male. The city is predominantly White (53.7%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 21.7% of residents, while 78.3% speak Spanish. 3.6% of the population are veterans, below the national rate of 6.0%. 17.1% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 73.4% have health insurance coverage.

Population

16,449
Total Population
1,394
People / sq mi
31.4yrs
Median Age
19% below US avg
11.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.2%
Female 52.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Mercedes vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 21.7%
72% below US avg
Spanish 78.3%
484% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Mercedes vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Mercedes is $41,753, which is 44% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $18,376 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $857, 40% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 24.5% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 7,200 business establishments, including 815 restaurants. The cost of living index is 97.1, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 8.8% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Mercedes vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$41,753
44% below US avg
Per Capita Income$18,376
Avg Weekly Wage$857
IRS Avg AGI$48,428
Gini Index0.468 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.6%
28% above US avg
Poverty Rate24.5%
98% above US avg
Establishments (County)7,200
County GDP$17,387M

Business (County)

Restaurants815
Healthcare1,060
Retail1,030
Manufacturing186

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,394
83% above US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate5.94%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time17.7 min
Drive Alone72.4%
Public Transit0.9%
Work from Home8.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Mercedes is $107,700, 62% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $140,307, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 103.2% of their list price, indicating a competitive market where bidding wars are common. Monthly rent averages $676 (42% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $935 for a one-bedroom to $1,149 for a two-bedroom apartment. 64.4% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 6,135 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1987. The average annual property tax is $6,394 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 38.1% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.6x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$107,700
62% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$140,307
Median List Price$166,200

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$166,200
$/Sq Ft$163
Homes Sold3
Sale-to-List Ratio103.2%
Price Drops18.1%
Inventory72

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$676
42% below US avg
Rent Burden38.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$887
1 Bedroom$935
2 Bedrooms$1,149
3 Bedrooms$1,497
4 Bedrooms$1,733

Ownership & Property

Homeownership64.4%
Owner-Occupied64.4%
Renter-Occupied35.6%
Housing Units6,135
Median Year Built1987

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,394
83% above US avg
Effective Rate5.94%
In Mercedes, 45.8% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 18.0% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 6.8% of residents, above the national average. 34.3% have high blood pressure. 14.4% are current smokers. 16.3% report binge drinking. 39.1% are physically inactive, above the national average. 20.7% report depression. 18.6% experience frequent mental distress. 38.5% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,034. The dentist ratio is 1:3,127. 74.5% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 4.8 out of 10.

Air Quality (Open-Meteo CAMS — 2026-05-23)

PM2.5
10.9
μg/m³
Fine particulate
PM10
15.0
μg/m³
Coarse particulate
NO₂
3.9
μg/m³
Nitrogen dioxide
O₃
67.0
μg/m³
Ozone
SO₂
1.7
μg/m³
Sulphur dioxide
CO
148.0
μg/m³
Carbon monoxide

Health Metrics: Mercedes vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity45.8%
43% above US avg
Diabetes18.0%
Heart Disease6.8%
High Blood Pressure34.3%
Asthma8.9%
COPD6.4%
Cancer4.6%
Stroke3.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.4%
3% above US avg
Binge Drinking16.3%
Physical Inactivity39.1%
Depression20.7%
Mental Distress18.6%
Physical Distress17.4%
Short Sleep40.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate73.4%
Uninsured38.5%
348% above US avg
Primary Care1:2,034
Dentists1:3,127
Mental Health1:1,028
Checkup Rate72.0%
Dental Visits42.5%
Premature Death9,065/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment4.8/10
Exercise Access74.5%
Healthcare Facilities1,060
Mercedes has a violent crime rate of 397 per 100,000 residents, 4% above the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 308.0 per 100,000, robbery at 47.4, rape at 41.5. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 3,951 per 100,000, 102% above the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 3,311, burglary at 492, vehicle theft at 148 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 32 fatal traffic crashes. The area has experienced 91 federally declared disasters. Overall, Mercedes receives a safety grade of F.

Crime Rates: Mercedes vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent396.9/100K
4% above US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape41.5/100K
Robbery47.4/100K
Assault308.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property3,951.0/100K
102% above US avg
Burglary491.7/100K
Theft3,311.2/100K
Vehicle Theft148.1/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)32
Traffic Accidents7
Avg Accident Severity2.0 / 4.0
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Mercedes has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winters average 61°F in January while summers reach 86°F in July. The area gets 312 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 25.7 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42. The city sits at an elevation of 69 feet.

Temperature

61°F Jan (16°C) 86°F Jul (30°C)
Annual Average75.0°F
39% above US avg
January Average61°F (16°C)
July Average86°F (30°C)
Sunny Days312 days/yr

Geography

Elevation69 ft (21 m)
Area11.5 sq mi (29.8 km²)
Population Density1,394/sq mi
Coordinates26.1538°N, 97.9129°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
CountyCameron County County
Nearest AirportValley International (HRL)
17 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 25.7"
32% below US avg
Wettest Month (Sep) 4.80"
Driest Month (Mar) 0.63"

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

Ozone (O₃)0.0363 ppm
PM2.5 (Fine Particles)9.4 μg/m³

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively High
Risk Score97.3 / 100
Social Vulnerability91.7 / 100
Community Resilience6.3 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Relatively Moderate
Hurricane Very High
Earthquake Very Low
Wildfire Relatively Low
Flood Relatively Moderate
Hail Relatively High
Strong Wind Relatively High
Heat Wave Relatively High
Winter Weather Relatively High
Lightning Relatively High
Ice Storm Relatively High
Drought Relatively Moderate
Cold Wave Very High
Landslide Very Low
Coastal Flood Relatively Moderate
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

1 earthquake (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.0. Most recent: M4.0 on Feb 11, 2014.

Feb 11, 2014 31 km SSE of China, Mexico M4.0 146 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

13 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 5. Most recent: Beryl (2024, Cat 1).

Year Name Category Closest
2024 Beryl Category 1 271 km
2021 Nicholas Category 1 266 km
2020 Hanna Category 1 50 km
2017 Harvey Category 4 191 km
2010 Alex Category 2 215 km
2008 Dolly Category 2 40 km
2005 Emily Category 3 141 km
2003 Claudette Category 1 290 km
2003 Erika Category 1 108 km
1999 Bret Category 4 86 km
1988 Gilbert Category 4 194 km
1983 Barry Category 1 94 km
1980 Allen Category 5 42 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tornado History

130 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF3. Total: 1 fatality, 39 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Mar 15, 1983 EF3 42 km 0
May 12, 1969 EF3 32 km 0
May 12, 1969 EF3 24 km 0
Apr 19, 1965 EF3 74 km 0
May 5, 1991 EF2 70 km 0
Aug 9, 1980 EF2 42 km 0
May 24, 1970 EF2 41 km 0
May 12, 1969 EF2 53 km 0
Apr 26, 1967 EF2 56 km 0
Jun 1, 1962 EF2 38 km 0
Jan 26, 1950 EF2 83 km 0
May 13, 2023 EF1 65 km 1
Oct 30, 2015 EF1 34 km 0
Jun 30, 2011 EF1 28 km 0
Jul 16, 2007 EF1 32 km 0
Apr 30, 2003 EF1 54 km 0
May 21, 2001 EF1 41 km 0
May 21, 2001 EF1 43 km 0
Apr 4, 1997 EF1 49 km 0
Jun 14, 1994 EF1 61 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

17 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: BURNS RANCH FIRE (58,395 ac, 2008).

Year Name Acres Distance
2008 BURNS RANCH FIRE 58,395 69 km
2022 HAYFIELD SOUTH 11,038 70 km
2021 KING 9,793 84 km
2022 VIB 7,817 87 km
2022 POLO 5,571 76 km
2008 ENCINO 3,979 84 km
2011 KING RANCH 3,075 66 km
2009 SAN CARLOS 2,849 83 km
2010 ENCINITOS RANCH 1,967 81 km
2022 755 1,846 88 km
2011 ENCINITOS 1,748 81 km
2022 DEER 1,657 94 km
2009 STILLMAN 1,466 58 km
2023 ELECTRIC SLIDE 1,410 89 km
2008 SAN RAFAEL RANCH 1,407 96 km
2008 281 1,308 87 km
2022 LA PALOMA 1,214 71 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 61°F (16°C) 1.5 in Coldest
February 62°F (17°C) 1.4 in
March 69°F (21°C) 0.6 in Driest
April 75°F (24°C) 1.4 in
May 79°F (26°C) 3.0 in
June 83°F (28°C) 2.9 in
July 86°F (30°C) 2.1 in Warmest
August 85°F (29°C) 2.5 in
September 82°F (28°C) 4.8 in Wettest
October 75°F (24°C) 2.3 in
November 68°F (20°C) 1.3 in
December 61°F (16°C) 1.1 in

Mercedes has a seasonal temperature swing of 25°F / from 61°F in January to 86°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 24.8 inches, with September being the wettest month (4.8") and March the driest (0.6").

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Mercedes is located in Cameron County. It is classified as Metro / 250K–1M, part of a metropolitan area. 14.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 56% below the national average of 33.7%. 69.9% have completed high school. 6.1% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.1 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 52.5% of the vote, a 5.8-point margin. 79.4% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate). The area has 1 EV charging stations. There are 9 public libraries serving the community. 1,060 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 72.4% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 52.5%
D 46.7%

Winner: Republican by 5.8 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)32
Traffic Accidents7
Avg Accident Severity2.0 / 4.0
FEMA Disaster Declarations91
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.9%
56% below US avg
High School+69.9%
Graduate Degree+6.1%
School Test Score5.14
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 2Metro / 250K–1M
Population Density1,394/sq mi
Total Area11.5 sq mi
CountyCameron County County

Services

Broadband Access79.4%
Avg Download Speed133.1 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed9.0 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries9
Healthcare Facilities1,060
Restaurants815
Retail Stores1,030

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute17.7 min
Drive Alone72.4%
Public Transit0.9%
Work from Home8.8%
Average costs for common services in Mercedes. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care) $243 ($146–$388)
Specialist Visit $340 ($194–$534)
Urgent Care Visit $194 ($97–$340)
Emergency Room Visit $2,136 ($777–$4,855)
Dental Cleaning $126 ($73–$194)
Dental Filling $243 ($146–$388)
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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional) $44 ($24–$73)
Oil Change (Synthetic) $73 ($49–$117)
Brake Pad Replacement $291 ($146–$486)
Tire Rotation $39 ($19–$73)
New Tires (Set of 4) $583 ($388–$971)
Battery Replacement $194 ($97–$340)
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Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour) $97 ($58–$146)
Electrician (Per Hour) $87 ($49–$136)
HVAC Repair $388 ($146–$777)
HVAC System Install $6,797 ($3,884–$11,652)
Roof Repair $971 ($388–$1,942)
Roof Replacement $8,739 ($5,341–$14,565)
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Legal

Divorce (Uncontested) $1,457 ($486–$3,399)
Divorce (Contested) $14,565 ($4,855–$29,130)
DUI Defense $4,855 ($1,942–$9,710)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) $1,457 ($777–$2,913)
Will Preparation $486 ($194–$971)
Trust Preparation $2,428 ($971–$4,855)
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Personal Care

Men's Haircut $24 ($15–$44)
Women's Haircut $53 ($29–$97)
Hair Coloring (Full) $146 ($73–$243)
Manicure $24 ($15–$44)
Pedicure $39 ($24–$63)
Massage (1 Hour) $78 ($49–$126)
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Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon) $3.98 ($2.91–$5.34)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen) $3.40 ($2.43–$4.86)
Loaf of Bread $3.69 ($2.43–$5.34)
Chicken Breast (per lb) $4.37 ($2.91–$6.31)
Ground Beef (per lb) $5.34 ($3.88–$7.28)
Rice (per lb) $0.97 ($0.58–$1.75)
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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly) $136 ($78–$243)
Natural Gas (Monthly) $68 ($29–$146)
Water/Sewer (Monthly) $68 ($39–$117)
Internet (Monthly) $68 ($39–$97)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) $63 ($29–$97)
Cable TV (Monthly) $83 ($49–$146)
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Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown) $194 ($73–$486)
Car Insurance (Annual) $1,942 ($1,165–$3,399)
Bus Pass (Monthly) $68 ($29–$126)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) $15 ($7.77–$24)
Car Registration (Annual) $97 ($29–$243)
Driver's License Renewal $29 ($15–$73)
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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly) $1,165 ($583–$2,428)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) $971 ($486–$1,942)
After-School Care (Monthly) $388 ($194–$680)
Tutoring (Per Hour) $49 ($24–$97)
SAT/ACT Prep Course $971 ($388–$2,428)
Private School (K-12, Annual) $12,138 ($4,855–$29,130)
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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) $58 ($29–$97)
Dog Vaccination (Annual) $97 ($49–$194)
Dog Grooming $58 ($29–$97)
Pet Boarding (Per Night) $39 ($19–$73)
Dog Spay/Neuter $291 ($146–$486)
Cat Spay/Neuter $194 ($97–$388)
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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant$667
Toddler$632
Preschool$619
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$611
Toddler$589
Preschool$580
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Cameron County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Health Care & Social Assistance 46,282 1,150 $36,440 2.06
Retail Trade 17,538 1,032 $33,102 1.12
Accommodation & Food Services 17,369 836 $21,179 1.22
Administrative & Waste Services 9,401 314 $36,225 1.02
Manufacturing 7,110 246 $62,212 0.55
Professional & Technical Services 5,508 564 $109,183 0.51
Transportation & Warehousing 4,558 332 $60,086 0.69
Construction 3,867 423 $52,924 0.47
Finance & Insurance 3,406 447 $63,954 0.54
Wholesale Trade 3,041 350 $57,572 0.49
Other Services 2,768 487 $38,474 0.59
Educational Services 2,005 72 $50,833 0.62
Real Estate 1,883 396 $40,583 0.77
Information & Technology 1,408 55 $59,535 0.48
Arts & Entertainment 1,233 82 $22,538 0.47
Management of Companies 594 24 $41,010 0.22
Agriculture & Forestry 400 126 $35,525 0.32
Utilities 393 13 $95,456 0.66
Mining & Oil/Gas 101 12 $55,294 0.17
Unclassified 67 42 $37,286 0.31

Schools in Mercedes

10 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
MERCEDES H S High 974 71 13.7:1
SOUTH TEXAS ISD SCIENCE ACADEMY High 795 59 13.5:1
SOUTH TEXAS ISD HEALTH PROFESSIONS High 755 54 14.0:1
SGT MANUEL CHACON MIDDLE Middle 563 40 14.1:1
TRAVIS EL Elementary 506 36 14.1:1
RUBEN HINOJOSA EL Elementary 492 36 13.7:1
JOHN F KENNEDY EL Elementary 462 29 15.9:1
SGT WILLIAM G HARRELL MIDDLE Middle 451 38 11.9:1
TAYLOR EL Elementary 410 28 14.6:1
MERCEDES EARLY LITERACY PROGRAM 151 4 37.8:1
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Radio Stations near Mercedes

13 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
ARROBA FM 95.3 (Reynosa) - 95.3 FM - XHRT-FM - Radiorama Tamaulipas - Reynosa, Tamaulipas (MX) 95.3 fm, @fm MP3
W1420 (Matamoros) - 1420 AM - XEEW-AM - RadioDual - Matamoros, Tamaulipas (MX) 1420 am, américa MP3 64 kbps
LA COMADRE 107.1 (Matamoros) - 107.1 FM - XHVTH-FM - Multimedios Radio - Matamoros, Tamaulipas (MX) 107.1 fm, américa AAC 93 kbps
DIGITAL 101.5 (Reynosa) - 101.5 FM - XHAVO-FM - Radio United - Reynosa, Tamaulipas (MX) 101.5 fm, américa AAC+ 64 kbps
Puro Texas Conjunto Radio conjuntos MP3 128 kbps
La Lupe (Reynosa) - 89.1 FM - XHCAO-FM - Radio United - Reynosa, Tamaulipas (MX) 89.1 fm, américa AAC+ 64 kbps
La Poderosa (Reynosa) - 103.3 FM - XHRKS-FM - Grupo AS Comunicación - Reynosa, Tamaulipas (MX) 103.3 fm, américa MP3
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WiLD 104-9 HD pop, top 40 AAC+ 48 kbps
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National Parks Near Mercedes

6 national parks and monuments found near Mercedes.

ParkTypeFee
Bentsen - Rio Grande Valley State Park State Park Free
Boca Chica State Park Free
Estero Llano Grande State ParK State Park Free
Padre Island National Seashore National Seashore $25
Palo Alto Battlefield National Historical Park National Historical Park Free
Resaca de la Palma State Park State Park Free

Museums in Mercedes

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
MUSEUM OF SOUTH TEXAS HISTORYHISTORY MUSEUM$2,707,014
SOUTH TEXAS MUSEUMHISTORY MUSEUM200 N CLOSNER BLVD9563836911$2,707,014
LOWER RIO GRANDE VALLEY NATURE CENTERARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER301 S BORDER AVE9569692475$239,990
DONNA HOOKS FLECTER MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM9564649989$88,954
DONNA HOOKS FLETCHER HISTORICAL MUSEUMHISTORIC PRESERVATION129 S 8TH ST9564649989$88,954
DONNA HOOKS FLETCHER MUSEUMHISTORY MUSEUM129 S 8TH ST9564649989$88,954
HARLINGEN ARTS & HERITAGE MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM9562164901$83,614
WILDLIFE CORRIDORZOO, AQUARIUM, OR WILDLIFE CONSERVATION$45,402
WESLACO BICULTURAL MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM500 S TEXAS BLVD9569689142$252
WESLACO BICULTURAL MUSEUM GUILDGENERAL MUSEUM500 S TEXAS BLVD9569689142$252
DONNA HOOKS FLECTHER MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM9564649989
EDINBURG SCENIC WETLANDS & WORLD BIRDING CENTERARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER9563819922
HARLINGEN HISTORICAL PRESERVATION SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
HUB CITY CONJUNTO & TEJANO MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM
IWO JIMA MEMORIAL MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM320 N IWO JIMA BLVD
RIO GRANDE VALLEY SPORTS HALL OF FAMEGENERAL MUSEUM
SAN BENITO HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
SOUTH TEXAS MOTORCYCLE MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM4705 E RICHARDSON RD9562920770
VALLEY NATURE CENTERARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER301 S BORDER AVENUE9569692475

Libraries in Mercedes

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
MAYOR JOE V SANCHEZ PUBLIC LIBRARY525 S KANSAS AVE0.0335,510
HARLINGEN PUBLIC LIBRARY410 76 DR0.0278,272
SAN JUAN MEMORIAL LIBRARY1010 S STANDARD AVE0.0108,871
DONNA PUBLIC LIBRARY301 S MAIN ST0.097,330
SERGEANT FERNANDO DE LA ROSA MEMORIAL LIBRARY416 N TOWER RD0.087,139
DR HECTOR P GARCIA MEMORIAL LIBRARY434 S OHIO ST0.070,494
BAILEY H DUNLAP MEMORIAL LIBRARY400 S MAIN ST0.033,927
ELSA PUBLIC LIBRARY711 N HIDALGO ST0.020,814
Biblioteca Panamericana0.0
Libreria CBTis No.730.0

Farmers Markets in Mercedes

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
All Natural & Certified Organic Farmer Market (HOPE FARM)19833 Morris RD 10/01/2016 to 07/01/2017Mon: 10:00 AM-6:00 PM;Thu: 10:00 AM-6:00 PM;Fri: 10:00 AM-6:00 PM;Sat: 1:00 PM-6:00 PM;YesVisit
Harlingen Farmers MarketSat: 3:00 PM-4:30 PM;Visit
Mercado Juarez

Hotels in Mercedes

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Quality Inn & Suites At The Outlets Mercedes/Weslaco

Restaurants in Mercedes

1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Chili's

Cinemas in Mercedes

1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

WesMer Drive-In Theatre

Gas Stations in Mercedes

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

H-E-B Fuel
Sunoco

Breweries in Mercedes

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Glasscock Brewing Cowholesale|manufacturing|food|brewer|1802 S Expy 281[9563860091]

Pharmacies in Mercedes

4 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy Address Phone
COACH'S PHARMACY 100 NORTH TEXAS AVENUE 956-514-2420
DE LA ROSA PHARMACY AND MEDICAL EQUIPMENT 524 WEST 2ND STREET 956-565-0251
MID VALLEY PHARMACY 805 WEST BUSINESS 83 956-565-4111
RICHARD'S PHARMACY 8030 NORTH FARM TO MARKET 1015 956-565-6774

Cell Towers in Mercedes

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
21834 Tamm Lane (Harlingen 1B #36395)TOWER149
1.2 miles N of SR-1925, 0.95 mile W of US-281, 3.0 miles N ofTOWER121
FM 107 & Skinner RoadTOWER121
1.35 miles N of SR-733, 1.35 miles E of SR-2556, 2.0 miles S ofTOWER121
(Ed Couch site)Northeast Corner of Mile 4 West and Mile 16 NTOWER94
(La Feria site).2 miles north of 83, E. Side of Beddoes RoadTOWER84
3 5 MI N OF ELSA 1 5 MI E OF HWY 493TOWER77
(International site) 0.04 miles W of State Route 1015 & 0.51 miles S of US RouteTOWER51
NORTHEAST CORNER OF 2ND STREET AND RABB ROAD (65310)LTOWER50
(MTSO Harlingen) 521 East Jackson StreetTOWER49
4802 NORTH HIGHWAY 77 (65331)MTOWER47
1.15 MILES NORTH OF 2629 ON HWY 77 (78132)LTOWER47
1.15 MILES NORTH OF 2629 ON HWY 77 (78132)LTOWER47
(Mercedes East) 2177 E Business 83TOWER45
12680 SOUTH US HWY 281 (65335)MTOWER40
1729 E. Vinson (Commerce #35446)TOWER38
203 W FIRST ST (65312)MTOWER34
217 Don Felipe Trevino Circle (65336)MTOWER32

Fire Stations in Mercedes

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
Mercedes Fire/Ems Department105 N Ohio STMostly career956-565-7755

Bridges in Mercedes

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete200825428,791F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete200825427,825F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete200819925,790G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete200819925,790G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete200822525,790G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete200822525,790G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete200811225,790G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete200811225,790G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete20071,64425,710G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete20071,64425,710G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete200831425,280F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete200831425,280F
CulvertConcrete19942211,132G
CulvertConcrete19942211,132G
Stringer/Multi-beamConcrete19572439,017F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete20151507,498G
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete20081117,312G
Tee BeamConcrete19371,5606,969F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete20061,6076,969G
CulvertConcrete2002656,198G
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete20081115,631G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete20061,7145,150G
SlabConcrete19871272,456F
SlabConcrete continuous19941211,898F
Stringer/Multi-beamConcrete19651231,832F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete2013130645G
SlabConcrete197523331F
SlabConcrete195023303F
SlabConcrete195050113F

Airports Near Mercedes

49 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Brownsville South Padre Island International AirportBROMedium Airport
General Lucio Blanco International AirportREXMedium Airport
General Servando Canales International AirportMAMMedium Airport
McAllen Miller International AirportMFEMedium Airport
Valley International AirportHRLMedium Airport
Alamo Aerial Applicators AirportSmall Airport
Alto Colorado Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Bennack Flying Services AirportSmall Airport
BFS West AirportSmall Airport
Bravo AirportSmall Airport
Charles R Johnson AirportSmall Airport
Diamond O Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Drennan Farm AirportSmall Airport
El Coyote Ranch AirportSmall Airport
El Huizache AirportSmall Airport
Enrique Cardenaz Gonzalez AirportSmall Airport
Farm Services Inc AirportSmall Airport
Flying 'K' Ranch UltralightportSmall Airport
Flying W AirportSmall Airport
Fumigaciones Aéreas 109 AirportSmall Airport
Gross Private AirportSmall Airport
Kilo AirportSmall Airport
Kornegay Private AirportSmall Airport
La Pinta AirportSmall Airport
Las Gemelas AirportSmall Airport
Los Fresnos AirportSmall Airport
Mid Valley AirportSmall Airport
Mid-Valley Dusters Inc AirportSmall Airport
Moore FieldSmall Airport
Norman & White AirportSmall Airport
Old Reb AirportSmall Airport
Omni Ranch Ultralight FlightparkSmall Airport
Port Isabel Cameron County AirportSmall Airport
Rancho Buena Vista AirportSmall Airport
Rancho El Gato AirportSmall Airport
Ranchos Las Islas AirportSmall Airport
Reynolds Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Rio Dusters AirportSmall Airport
Rowland Dusters AirportSmall Airport
San Jose de los Llanitos AirportSmall Airport
San Rafael Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Santa Elena AirportSmall Airport
Scott AirportSmall Airport
Shofner Farms AirportSmall Airport
Skalitsky AirportSmall Airport
South Texas International at Edinburg AirportSmall Airport
Star K Ranch AirportSmall Airport
T R Funk Inc AirportSmall Airport
Venecia AirportSmall Airport

Police Stations in Mercedes

21 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Alamo Police Department
Alamo Police Department423 North Tower Road
Combes Police Department
Donna Police Department
Edcouch Police Department
Elsa Police Department216 East 4th Street
Harlingen Police Departmant1018 Fair Park Boulevard
La Feria Police Department115 East Commercial Avenue
Mercedes Police Department316 South Ohio Avenue
Oficina de Transito
Oficina de Transito
Palm Valley Police Department
Policia Rio Bravo
Policia Rio Bravo
Progreso Police Department
San Juan Police Department2301 North Raul Longoria Road
San Juan Police Department - Administration
San Juan Police Department Substation
Santa Rosa Police Department
Weslaco Police Department901 North Airport Drive
Weslaco Police Department300 South Bridge Avenue

Grocery Stores in Mercedes

19 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
A & D Meat MarketGrocery Store1010 N Washington Ave
Breaktime #5Convenience Store107 E 7th St
Crest Retail Inc. MR300Convenience Store300 E Expressway 83
De La Garza Bakery & MoreConvenience Store230 N Texas Ave
DOLLAR GENERAL 14351Other2005 Fm 491
Dollar General 31091Other105 E 10th St
Dollar General 3736Other100 N Ohio Ave
Dollar Tree 8676Other105 S Texas Ave
Family Dollar 2429Other402 S Texas Ave
FastripConvenience Store349 W 2nd St
HEB 370Supermarket209 N Texas Ave
Reyes Del MarSpecialty Store310 N Ohio Ave
S AND R CONVENIENCE STOREConvenience Store605 W 10th St
Salinas Meat MarketGrocery Store1002 W 1st St
STRIPES 40717Convenience Store3939 E. Expy 83
STRIPES 9634Convenience Store602 W 2nd St
Tortilleria Nvo Progreso #2 1Convenience Store218 S Ohio Ave
Valley Bakery No 1Convenience Store169 N Texas Ave
West Gate Meat MarketGrocery Store1234 North 491

Treatment Centers in Mercedes

4 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Palms Behavioral HealthBoth956-365-2600
Recovery Center of Cameron County - HarlingenSubstance Abuse956-428-7800
Tropical Texas Behavioral HealthBoth956-364-6500
Tropical Texas Behavioral HealthBoth956-289-7000

DOL Wage Violations in Mercedes

18 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $394,332 in back wages owed to 700 employees.

18
Violations
$394,332
Back Wages Owed
700
Employees Owed
Data from the U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division (WHD) enforcement actions since FY 2005.
Employer Severity Parent Company ZIP Industry Cases Back Wages Per Employee Employees
CMI SIGNIFICANT CMI, Inc. 78570 1 $102,591 $869 118
Diana's Tortilleria - FM RD 1015 78570 1 $61,948 $8,850 7
Ortega, Joel FLC 78570 2 $60,394 $176 343
L&G Concrete Construction, Inc. L & G Concrete Construction, Inc 78570 2 $48,069 $829 58
Diana's Tortilleria- Mercedes 78570 1 $45,278 $11,320 4
Lily of the Desert 78570 3 $18,422 $297 62
Santa Cruz Day Care Center III 78570 1 $14,236 $2,034 7
Tortilleria Nvo Progreso #2 78570 1 $13,342 $3,335 4
Creative Kidz Daycare Center 78570 1 $7,271 $2,424 3
Juanito's Restaurant- Mercedes 78570 1 $7,106 $508 14
Westgate Meat Market 78570 1 $5,581 $372 15
Besos Y Caricias Adult Day Care III 78570 1 $5,581 $2,790 2
Gonzalez, Alexander FLC 78570 1 $1,570 $51 31
DLS Home Furnishings 78570 1 $1,030 $515 2
Pro-Build ProBuild 78570 1 $650 $50 13
Auntie Anne's Pretzels 78570 1 $616 $41 15
JIMMY CLOSNER & SONS CONSTRUCTION CO INC [OSHA] 78570 Water and Sewer Line and Related Structures Construction 1 $616 $616 1
Auntie Anne's/Haagen Dazs 78570 1 $31 $31 1

Churches & Religious Organizations in Mercedes

16 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
CATHOLIC DAUGHTERS OF THE AMERICAS1326 CAPISALLO ST
CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP CHURCH3 PARK LN
FAITH CHURCH OF THE CHRISTIAN AND MISSIONARY ALLIANCE LA FERIA TEXAS8214 MOCKINGBIRD LN
FRONTIER BAPTIST MISSIONS INCPO BOX 867
GENESIS PRESBYTERIAN CHURCHPO BOX 1422
HAPPINESS MINISTRY1911 BEECH AVE
IGLESIA BAUTISTA LA GLORIA4704 MILE 12N
IGLESIA JESUCRISTO SANA & SALVA INC1433 S VERMONT AVE
IGLESIA JESUS EL SALVADOR4807 N MILE 12
IMMANUEL LUTHERAN CHURCH703 W 3D STREET
MERCEDES CHRISTIAN CHURCHPO BOX 896
NEW BEGINNINGS CHURCH AND MINISTRY INC868 KANSAS ST
NEW PENTECOSTAL CHURCH1340 S GEORGIA AVE
PRIMERA ROSA DE SHARON RIO GRANDE INC1105 GARZA ST
RIO LIFE COMMUNITY CHURCH OF THE CHRISTIAN AND MISSIONARY ALLIANCE1112 RIO RICO RD
SOULFIRE RGV INC253 LAS PALMAS DR

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Frequently Asked Questions About Mercedes

What is the population of Mercedes?

Mercedes has a population of 16,449 residents and is located in Texas. The population density is 1,394 people per square mile, spread across 11.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 31.4 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 52.8% female and 47.2% male.

Is Mercedes expensive to live in?

Mercedes has a cost of living roughly in line with the national average, with an index of 97.1 (baseline: 100). The median household income is $41,753, 44% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $107,700 (62% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $676 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.6x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Mercedes safe?

The violent crime rate in Mercedes is 397 per 100,000 residents, above the national average of 380. Prospective residents should research specific neighborhoods, as crime rates can vary significantly within the city. Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,951 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Mercedes receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Mercedes?

Mercedes has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 61°F in January, while summers reach an average of 86°F in July. The area receives 312 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 25.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 42.

How is the job market in Mercedes?

Mercedes has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.6%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $857. There are 7,200 business establishments in the area, including 815 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 18 minutes, and 8.8% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Mercedes?

The median home value in Mercedes is $107,700. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $140,307. For renters, the median monthly rent is $676. Fair market rent is $935 for a 1-bedroom and $1,149 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 64.4%. The average annual property tax is $6,394.

How are the schools in Mercedes?

Schools in Mercedes score 5.1 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 14.9% of adults in Mercedes hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 69.9% have completed high school. 6.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Mercedes?

The obesity rate in Mercedes is 45.8% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 14.4% of adults are smokers. 39.1% are physically inactive. 20.7% of residents report depression. 38.5% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 74.5% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,034.

What is transportation like in Mercedes?

The average commute in Mercedes is 18 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 72.4% of workers drive alone to work, and 8.8% work from home.

What are the demographics of Mercedes?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Mercedes is 53.7% White. 21.7% of residents speak only English at home, while 78.3% speak Spanish. 3.6% of the population are military veterans. 17.1% of residents have a disability. 73.4% have health insurance coverage.

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