Pharr, TX

Texas · Hidalgo County · McAllen-Edinburg-Mission Metro

Pharr is a mid-size city in Texas with a population of 79,809. Residents earn $49,884 per year, which is 34% below the national average.

2.8 /5.0

C+ Fair

79,809 Population 3,302/sq mi density

$49,884 Median Income $19,835 per capita

$111,500 Home Value $160,873 Zillow

$990 Median Rent 27.7% income on rent

77°F Avg Temperature 312 sunny days/yr

291 Violent Crime/100K 1,759 property/100K

C+

Overall

2.8 / 5.0

Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education

C+

Economy

2.6 / 5.0

$49,884 median income, 4.1% unemployment

A+

Affordability

5.0 / 5.0

$111,500 home value, $990/mo rent

Safety

1.0 / 5.0

291 violent crimes/100K (24% below avg)

Education

2.4 / 5.0

17.5% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile

Median Income $49,884

34% lower than US avg

Home Value $111,500

60% lower than US avg

Violent Crime 291/100K

24% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 17.5%

48% lower than US avg

Median Rent $990

15% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 45.7%

42% higher than US avg

Unemployment 4.1%

14% higher than US avg

Poverty Rate 27.8%

124% higher than US avg

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

People

Population79,809

Median Age29.5 yrs

Density3,302/mi²

Male / Female48% / 52%

Largest GroupWhite 42%

Veterans2.5%

Economy

C+

Median Income$49,884

Per Capita$19,835

Unemployment4.1%

Poverty27.8%

County GDP$31,357M

Commute22 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$111,500

Rent$990

Ownership58.7%

Zillow$160,873

Housing Units26,751

Rent Burden27.7%

Crime

Violent291/100K

Property1,759/100K

Murder0.0/100K

Assault194/100K

Burglary291/100K

Health

Obesity45.7%

Uninsured38.3%

Smoking14.0%

Depression20.3%

Heart Disease6.7%

Climate

Avg Temp77°F (25°C)

AQI42 (Good)

Rain24.2 in/yr

Sunny Days312/yr

Elevation92 ft (28 m)

Education

Bachelor's+17.5%

High School+69.9%

Graduate+4.7%

School Score4.97

Community

2024 VoteR 51% / D 48%

Commute22 min

Broadband79.5%

EV Stations3

Libraries16

Is Pharr a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Pharr receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes. Pharr has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Pharr is $49,884, 34% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.1%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 27.8% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Pharr is $111,500, 60% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $990 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Pharr is below the national average at 291 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,759 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

17.5% 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 5/10.

Climate & Weather

Pharr has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F. Winters average 67°F in January while summers reach 88°F in July. With 312 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 24.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Pharr has a population of 79,809 with a density of 3,302 people per square mile, spread across 24.2 square miles. The median age is 29.5 years, 24% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.7% female and 48.3% male. The city is predominantly White (42.4%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 16.4% of residents, while 83.6% speak Spanish. 2.5% of the population are veterans, below the national rate of 6.0%. 11.1% of residents have a disability. 67.9% have health insurance coverage.

Population

79,809

Total Population

3,302

People / sq mi

29.5yrs

Median Age

24% below US avg

24.2mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.3%

Female 51.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Pharr vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 16.4%

79% below US avg

Spanish 83.6%

524% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Pharr vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Pharr is $49,884, which is 34% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $19,835 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $825, 42% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 27.8% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 14,062 business establishments, including 1,288 restaurants. The cost of living index is 97.1, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 6.2% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Pharr vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$49,884
	34% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$19,835
Avg Weekly Wage	$825
IRS Avg AGI	$47,556
Gini Index	0.478 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	4.1%
	14% above US avg
Poverty Rate	27.8%
	124% above US avg
Establishments (County)	14,062
County GDP	$31,357M

Business (County)

Restaurants	1,288
Healthcare	2,330
Retail	2,150
Manufacturing	302

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$6,938
	98% above US avg
Cost of Living	97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	6.22%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	22.1 min
Drive Alone	77.8%
Public Transit	0.2%
Work from Home	6.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Pharr is $111,500, 60% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $160,873, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 97.2% of their list price. Monthly rent averages $990 (15% 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. 58.7% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 26,751 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 2000. The average annual property tax is $6,938 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 27.7% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.2x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$111,500
	60% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$160,873
Median List Price	$202,500

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price	$202,500
$/Sq Ft	$139
Homes Sold	20
Sale-to-List Ratio	97.2%
Price Drops	16.4%
Inventory	232

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$990
	15% below US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)	$1,159
Rent Burden	27.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership	58.7%
Owner-Occupied	58.7%
Renter-Occupied	41.3%
Housing Units	26,751
Median Year Built	2000

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$6,938
	98% above US avg
Effective Rate	6.22%

In Pharr, 45.7% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 18.1% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 6.7% of residents, above the national average. 34.2% have high blood pressure. 14.0% are current smokers. 16.3% report binge drinking. 38.9% are physically inactive, above the national average. 20.3% report depression. 18.3% experience frequent mental distress. 38.3% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,158. The dentist ratio is 1:3,219. 63.7% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 4.4 out of 10.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	45.7%
	42% above US avg
Diabetes	18.1%
Heart Disease	6.7%
High Blood Pressure	34.2%
Asthma	8.8%
COPD	6.1%
Cancer	4.5%
Stroke	3.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	14.0%
	0% below US avg
Binge Drinking	16.3%
Physical Inactivity	38.9%
Depression	20.3%
Mental Distress	18.3%
Physical Distress	17.3%
Short Sleep	40.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	67.9%
Uninsured	38.3%
	345% above US avg
Primary Care	1:2,158
Dentists	1:3,219
Mental Health	1:1,097
Checkup Rate	72.0%
Dental Visits	42.9%
Premature Death	8,263/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	4.4/10
Exercise Access	63.7%
Healthcare Facilities	2,330

Pharr has a violent crime rate of 291 per 100,000 residents, 24% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 194.1 per 100,000, robbery at 34.6, rape at 61.8. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 1,759 per 100,000, 10% below the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 1,403, burglary at 291, vehicle theft at 66 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 70 fatal traffic crashes. The area has experienced 91 federally declared disasters. Overall, Pharr receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent	290.5/100K
	24% below US avg
Murder	0.0/100K
	100% below US avg
Rape	61.8/100K
Robbery	34.6/100K
Assault	194.1/100K

Property Crime

Total Property	1,759.1/100K
	10% below US avg
Burglary	290.5/100K
Theft	1,403.0/100K
Vehicle Theft	65.5/100K
Arson	3.7/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	70
Traffic Accidents	59
Avg Accident Severity	2.8 / 4.0
FEMA Disasters	91

Safety Score

Safety Grade	F
Safety Score	1.0 / 5.0

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Pharr has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winters average 67°F in January while summers reach 88°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 24.2 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 92 feet.

Temperature

67°F Jan (20°C) 88°F Jul (31°C)

Annual Average	76.8°F
	42% above US avg
January Average	67°F (20°C)
July Average	88°F (31°C)
Sunny Days	312 days/yr

Geography

Elevation	92 ft (28 m)
Area	24.2 sq mi (62.6 km²)
Population Density	3,302/sq mi
Coordinates	26.1678°N, 98.1902°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County	Hidalgo County County
Nearest Airport	Mc Allen International (MFE) 2 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 24.2"

36% below US avg

Snowfall 0.0"

Wettest Month (Sep) 3.98"

Driest Month (Mar) 0.63"

Air Quality

AQI Median	42.0
Rating	Good

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

Ozone (O₃)	0.0324 ppm
PM2.5 (Fine Particles)	9.0 μg/m³

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall Risk	Relatively High
Risk Score	99.0 / 100
Social Vulnerability	92.7 / 100
Community Resilience	0.9 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado	Relatively High
Hurricane	Very High
Earthquake	Relatively Low
Wildfire	Relatively Low
Flood	Relatively High
Hail	Very High
Strong Wind	Relatively High
Heat Wave	Relatively High
Winter Weather	Relatively High
Lightning	Relatively High
Ice Storm	Very High
Drought	Relatively High
Cold Wave	Very High
Landslide	Very Low

Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

8 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.1. Most recent: M3.9 on Mar 5, 2014.

Jan 19, 2014	12 km SSW of China, Mexico	M4.1	127 km
Feb 11, 2014	31 km SSE of China, Mexico	M4.0	125 km
Mar 4, 2014	27 km SE of Los Ramones, Mexico	M4.0	145 km
Nov 25, 2013	23 km SE of Los Ramones, Mexico	M4.0	148 km
Mar 2, 2014	15 km SW of China, Mexico	M4.0	132 km
Nov 30, 2013	26 km SE of Los Ramones, Mexico	M3.9	147 km
Mar 5, 2014	18 km SSW of China, Mexico	M3.9	129 km
Nov 26, 2013	22 km S of China, Mexico	M3.6	128 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	292 km
2021	Nicholas	Category 1	283 km
2020	Hanna	Category 1	52 km
2017	Harvey	Category 4	215 km
2010	Alex	Category 2	221 km
2008	Dolly	Category 2	54 km
2005	Emily	Category 3	140 km
2003	Claudette	Category 1	299 km
2003	Erika	Category 1	123 km
1999	Bret	Category 4	95 km
1988	Gilbert	Category 4	185 km
1983	Barry	Category 1	110 km
1980	Allen	Category 5	60 km

Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tornado History

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

Date	Rating	Distance	Fatalities
Mar 15, 1983	EF3	18 km	0
May 12, 1969	EF3	59 km	0
May 12, 1969	EF3	51 km	0
Apr 19, 1965	EF3	61 km	0
May 5, 1991	EF2	49 km	0
Aug 9, 1980	EF2	68 km	0
May 24, 1970	EF2	56 km	0
May 12, 1969	EF2	78 km	0
Apr 26, 1967	EF2	28 km	0
Jun 1, 1962	EF2	53 km	0
Jan 26, 1950	EF2	80 km	0
May 13, 2023	EF1	93 km	1
Oct 30, 2015	EF1	56 km	0
Jun 30, 2011	EF1	6 km	0
Jul 16, 2007	EF1	5 km	0
Apr 30, 2003	EF1	27 km	0
May 21, 2001	EF1	14 km	0
May 21, 2001	EF1	16 km	0
Apr 4, 1997	EF1	75 km	0
Jun 14, 1994	EF1	41 km	0

Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

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

Year	Name	Acres	Distance
2008	BURNS RANCH FIRE	58,395	60 km
2022	HAYFIELD SOUTH	11,038	83 km
2021	KING	9,793	82 km
2022	VIB	7,817	85 km
2022	POLO	5,571	86 km
2008	ENCINO	3,979	80 km
2021	NORTH JONES	3,541	97 km
2008	UNNAMED	3,389	90 km
2011	KING RANCH	3,075	74 km
2008	JONES RANCH	2,998	92 km
2005	2686	2,979	94 km
2009	HOPPER	2,929	99 km
2009	SAN CARLOS	2,849	91 km
2021	JONES	2,178	91 km
2010	ENCINITOS RANCH	1,967	69 km
2022	755	1,846	83 km
2011	ENCINITOS	1,748	70 km
2022	DEER	1,657	96 km
2009	STILLMAN	1,466	62 km
2023	ELECTRIC SLIDE	1,410	84 km

Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	67°F (20°C)	1.3 in
February	63°F (17°C)	1.3 in
March	70°F (21°C)	0.6 in	Driest
April	76°F (24°C)	1.4 in
May	80°F (27°C)	3.0 in
June	84°F (29°C)	2.8 in
July	88°F (31°C)	1.8 in	Warmest
August	86°F (30°C)	2.2 in
September	82°F (28°C)	4.0 in	Wettest
October	76°F (24°C)	2.2 in
November	68°F (20°C)	1.0 in
December	61°F (16°C)	1.1 in	Coldest

Pharr has a seasonal temperature swing of 27°F / from 61°F in December to 88°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 22.7 inches, with September being the wettest month (4.0") and March the driest (0.6").

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Pharr is located in Hidalgo County. It is classified as Metro / 250K–1M, part of a metropolitan area. 17.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 48% below the national average of 33.7%. 69.9% have completed high school. 4.7% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 51% of the vote, a 2.9-point margin. 79.5% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate). The area has 3 EV charging stations. There are 16 public libraries serving the community. 2,330 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 77.8% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 51%

D 48.1%

Winner: Republican by 2.9 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	70
Traffic Accidents	59
Avg Accident Severity	2.8 / 4.0
FEMA Disaster Declarations	91

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	17.5%
	48% below US avg
High School+	69.9%
Graduate Degree+	4.7%
School Test Score	4.97

C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 2	Metro / 250K–1M
Population Density	3,302/sq mi
Total Area	24.2 sq mi
County	Hidalgo County County

Services

Broadband Access	79.5%
Avg Download Speed	123.0 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed	15.7 Mbps
Max Download Speed	1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations	3
Alt Fuel Stations	6
Public Libraries	16
Healthcare Facilities	2,330
Restaurants	1,288
Retail Stores	2,150

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	22.1 min
Drive Alone	77.8%
Public Transit	0.2%
Work from Home	6.2%

Average costs for common services in Pharr. 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	$624
Toddler	$589
Preschool	$576
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant	$567
Toddler	$546
Preschool	$537

Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Hidalgo 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	82,594	2,449	$34,167	1.97
Retail Trade	37,013	2,149	$35,093	1.27
Accommodation & Food Services	27,456	1,348	$20,576	1.03
Administrative & Waste Services	15,838	518	$40,470	0.92
Wholesale Trade	8,825	969	$60,277	0.77
Construction	8,411	830	$53,038	0.55
Transportation & Warehousing	8,387	696	$51,920	0.68
Professional & Technical Services	7,370	1,272	$58,303	0.36
Manufacturing	6,884	365	$53,320	0.29
Finance & Insurance	6,441	876	$58,974	0.54
Educational Services	5,341	140	$50,487	0.88
Other Services	4,970	710	$37,721	0.57
Information & Technology	2,827	116	$53,056	0.52
Real Estate	2,683	616	$49,622	0.59
Arts & Entertainment	2,332	150	$25,540	0.48
Agriculture & Forestry	2,154	221	$40,759	0.91
Management of Companies	1,594	54	$59,789	0.32
Utilities	877	38	$83,523	0.79
Mining & Oil/Gas	781	64	$105,305	0.71
Unclassified	202	113	$36,262	0.50

Colleges & Universities in Pharr

Institution	Type	Enrollment	Acceptance	In-State Tuition	Out-of-State
Rio Grande Valley College	Private For-Profit · Associate	1,323	—	—	—
Southern Careers Institute-Pharr	Private For-Profit · Associate	991	—	—	—
South Texas Training Center	Private For-Profit · Certificate	203	—	$12,400	$12,400

Schools in Pharr

32 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School	Level	Enrollment	Teachers	Student/Teacher
PSJA NORTH EARLY COLLEGE H S	High	2,176	145	15.0:1
VANGUARD REMBRANDT (Charter)	Other	1,873	131	14.3:1
PSJA SOUTHWEST EARLY COLLEGE H S	High	1,692	134	12.6:1
LYNDON B JOHNSON MIDDLE	Middle	1,003	75	13.4:1
VANGUARD VAN GOGH (Charter)	Elementary	812	50	16.2:1
IDEA ACADEMY PHARR (Charter)	Elementary	812	32	25.4:1
IDEA OWASSA ACADEMY (Charter)	Elementary	810	34	23.8:1
LIBERTY MIDDLE	Middle	795	64	12.4:1
DR WILLIAM LONG EL	Elementary	792	44	18.0:1
IDEA COLLEGE PREPARATORY PHARR (Charter)	High	771	48	16.1:1
AIDA C ESCOBAR EL	Elementary	673	38	17.7:1
KELLY-PHARR EL	Elementary	671	39	17.2:1
HENRY FORD EL	Elementary	646	38	17.0:1
GERALDINE PALMER EL	Elementary	644	36	17.9:1
ALLEN & WILLIAM ARNOLD EL	Elementary	586	37	15.8:1
KENNEDY MIDDLE	Middle	580	52	11.2:1
JAIME ESCALANTE MIDDLE	Middle	566	53	10.7:1
VANGUARD PICASSO (Charter)	Elementary	563	35	16.1:1
RAUL LONGORIA EL	Elementary	560	31	18.1:1
BERTA S PALACIOS EL	Elementary	551	31	17.8:1
PSJA THOMAS JEFFERSON T-STEM EARLY COLLEGE H S	High	539	42	12.8:1
IDEA OWASSA COLLEGE PREPARATORY (Charter)	Middle	529	35	15.1:1
PSJA EARLY START	—	514	27	19.0:1
DANIEL RAMIREZ EL	Elementary	483	29	16.7:1
VALLEY VIEW J H	Middle	483	34	14.2:1
WILBUR E LUCAS EL	Elementary	468	27	17.3:1
CARMEN ANAYA EL	Elementary	408	27	15.1:1
CESAR CHAVEZ EL	Elementary	405	29	14.0:1
GRACIELA GARCIA EL	Elementary	402	31	13.0:1
VALLEY VIEW NORTH EL	Elementary	342	24	14.3:1
JC KELLY EL	Elementary	297	20	14.9:1
HIDALGO PARK EL	Elementary	295	18	16.4:1

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Radio Stations near Pharr

11 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
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
Arroba FM (Reynosa) - 95.3 FM - XHRT-FM - Radiorama Tamaulipas - Reynosa, Tamaulipas (MX)	95.3 fm, @fm	MP3
WiLD 104-9 HD	pop, top 40	AAC+ 48 kbps
Fuego 98.9	latin pop, latino	MP3 96 kbps
La Suavecita 93.9	—	MP3 96 kbps
La Suavecita 92.1	—	AAC+ 64 kbps
La Suavecita 105.9 FM	regional mexican	AAC+ 64 kbps

National Parks Near Pharr

6 national parks and monuments found near Pharr.

Park	Type	Fee
Bentsen - Rio Grande Valley State Park	State Park	Free
Estero Llano Grande State ParK	State Park	Free
Falcon 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 Pharr

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Annual Revenue
MUSEUM OF SOUTH TEXAS HISTORY	HISTORY MUSEUM			$2,707,014
SOUTH TEXAS MUSEUM	HISTORY MUSEUM	200 N CLOSNER BLVD	9563836911	$2,707,014
MCALLEN INTERNATIONAL MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		9566821564	$1,513,223
LOWER RIO GRANDE VALLEY NATURE CENTER	ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER	301 S BORDER AVE	9569692475	$239,990
DONNA HOOKS FLECTER MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		9564649989	$88,954
DONNA HOOKS FLETCHER HISTORICAL MUSEUM	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	129 S 8TH ST	9564649989	$88,954
DONNA HOOKS FLETCHER MUSEUM	HISTORY MUSEUM	129 S 8TH ST	9564649989	$88,954
MISSION HISTORICAL MUSEUM	HISTORY MUSEUM		9565808646	$69,768
MCALLEN HERITAGE CENTER	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	301 S MAIN ST	9566871904	$63,655
IMAGES FOR CONSERVATION FUND	NATURAL HISTORY MUSEUM		9563811264	$55,498
WILDLIFE CORRIDOR	ZOO, AQUARIUM, OR WILDLIFE CONSERVATION			$45,402
BROWNSVILLE BOTANICAL GARDENS & ARBORETUM	ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER			$11,488
WESLACO BICULTURAL MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM	500 S TEXAS BLVD	9569689142	$252
WESLACO BICULTURAL MUSEUM GUILD	GENERAL MUSEUM	500 S TEXAS BLVD	9569689142	$252
DONNA HOOKS FLECTHER MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		9564649989
EDINBURG SCENIC WETLANDS & WORLD BIRDING CENTER	ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER		9563819922
HUB CITY CONJUNTO & TEJANO MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM
PECAN CAMPUS VISUAL ARTS PROGRAM GALLERY	ART MUSEUM		9568728311
QUINTA MAZATLAN	ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER	1000 S WARE ROAD	9566813370
RIO GRANDE MILITARY MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM
RIO GRANDE VALLEY RAILS	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
SOUTH TEXAS MOTORCYCLE MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM	4705 E RICHARDSON RD	9562920770
UTPA HEB PLANETARIUM	SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM
VALLEY NATURE CENTER	ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER	301 S BORDER AVENUE	9569692475

Libraries in Pharr

Name	Address	Annual Visits
MCALLEN MEMORIAL LIBRARY	4001 N 23RD ST	881,129
MAYOR JOE V SANCHEZ PUBLIC LIBRARY	525 S KANSAS AVE	335,510
DUSTIN MICHAEL SEKULA MEMORIAL LIBRARY	1906 S CLOSNER BLVD	322,203
PHARR MEMORIAL LIBRARY	121 E CHEROKEE AVE	292,550
SPEER MEMORIAL LIBRARY	801 E 12TH ST	258,714
SAN JUAN MEMORIAL LIBRARY	1010 S STANDARD AVE	108,871
DONNA PUBLIC LIBRARY	301 S MAIN ST	97,330
SERGEANT FERNANDO DE LA ROSA MEMORIAL LIBRARY	416 N TOWER RD	87,139
ELSA PUBLIC LIBRARY	711 N HIDALGO ST	20,814
HIDALGO PUBLIC LIBRARY	710 E TEXANO DR	16,004

Farmers Markets in Pharr

Name	Address	Season	Hours	Organic	Website
Bryan House Farmers Market	1113 E. Mile 2 Rd	10/01/2016 to	Sat: 12:00 PM-2:00 PM;
Grow'n Growers Farmers Market	Firemen's Park, Corner of 1st Street & Bus 83
McAllen Farmers Market	4001 N. 23rd St.	01/01/2016 to 12/31/2016	Sat: 10:00 AM-1:00 PM;	Yes	Visit
Pharrmers Market	724 N. Cage Blvd	11/03/2016 to 05/25/2017	Thu: 10:00 AM-1:00 PM;		Visit

Breweries in Pharr

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Website
Glasscock Brewing Co	wholesale\|manufacturing\|food\|brewer\|	1802 S Expy 281	[9563860091]
London Grill & Tavern	Pub, Brewery, and Bar	129 E Nolana Ave	9562138387, (956) 213-8387	Visit

Pharmacies in Pharr

9 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy	Address	Phone
CANTU'S PHARMACY	105 EAST POLK STREET	956-783-4772
FAMILY CARE PHARMACY 2	801 NORTH CAGE BOULEVARD	956-782-4900
HEB - 208	1300 EAST HIGHWAY 83	956-781-6626
JC PHARMACY	900 WEST SAM HOUSTON BOULEVARD	956-782-1144
LAS MILPAS PHARMACY	7013 SOUTH CAGE BOULEVARD	956-702-2211
OMNICARE OF PHARR	101 EAST EXPRESSWAY 83	956-702-4601
PHARR FAMILY HEALTH MART PHARMACY	710 SOUTH CAGE BOULEVARD	956-782-8494
PHARRMACY	832 DEL ORO LANE	956-283-0911
SAM HOUSTON PHARMACY AND MEDICAL EQUIPMENT	1002 WEST SAM HOUSTON STREET	956-702-1824

Cell Towers in Pharr

Address	Structure Type	Height (ft)
4925 SOUTH BRYAN ROAD	TOWER	146
FM 107 & Skinner Road	TOWER	121
1.2 miles N of SR-1925, 0.95 mile W of US-281, 3.0 miles N of	TOWER	121
(Ed Couch site)Northeast Corner of Mile 4 West and Mile 16 N	TOWER	94
(Citrus City site) 6551 N. Abram Rd	TOWER	91
3 5 MI N OF ELSA 1 5 MI E OF HWY 493	TOWER	77
(International site) 0.04 miles W of State Route 1015 & 0.51 miles S of US Route	TOWER	51
1120 N Stuart Road	TOWER	45
SOUTH 2ND CELL SITE	TOWER	37

Fire Stations in Pharr

Name	Address	Type	Active Firefighters	Volunteers	Phone
Pharr Fire Rescue	118 S Cage BLVD	Mostly career			956-787-2761

Bridges in Pharr

Type	Kind	Year Built	Length (ft)	Daily Traffic	Condition
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1960	974	54,860	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1966	890	54,860	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1998	242	52,110	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1998	242	52,110	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1998	262	52,110	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1998	263	52,110	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1966	155	51,190	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1966	155	51,190	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1973	420	19,351	G
Culvert	Concrete	2008	21	19,337	F
Slab	Concrete continuous	1978	200	19,337	G
Slab	Concrete continuous	1962	160	19,337	F
Culvert	Concrete	1964	31	18,300	G
Slab	Concrete continuous	1969	220	15,383	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	2000	2,946	14,253	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1986	26	9,951	G
Culvert	Concrete	1988	41	8,815	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Concrete	2006	80	8,446	F
Culvert	Concrete	1993	36	6,888	G
Slab	Concrete	1960	24	3,893	F
Other	Prestressed concrete	1990	75	2,668	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Concrete	2007	219	2,440	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Concrete	1975	63	764	P
Slab	Prestressed concrete	2000	138	500	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Concrete	1975	63	70	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Concrete	1975	63	60	F

Superfund Sites Near Pharr

4 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

Site	Address	County
CALPINE HIDALGO ENERGY CENTER	4005 NORTH SEMINARY ROAD	HIDALGO
CALPINE HIDALGO ENERGY CENTER	4005 NORTH SEMINARY ROAD	HIDALGO
CALPINE HIDALGO ENERGY CENTER	4005 NORTH SEMINARY ROAD	HIDALGO
MAGIC VALLEY GENERATION	3333 N MCCOLL RD	HIDALGO

Airports Near Pharr

45 airports within the area.

Airport	IATA	Type
General Lucio Blanco International Airport	REX	Medium Airport
General Servando Canales International Airport	MAM	Medium Airport
McAllen Miller International Airport	MFE	Medium Airport
Valley International Airport	HRL	Medium Airport
Alamo Aerial Applicators Airport	—	Small Airport
Alto Colorado Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
Bennack Flying Services Airport	—	Small Airport
BFS West Airport	—	Small Airport
Borregos Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
Bravo Airport	—	Small Airport
Diamond O Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
El Coyote Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
El Huizache Airport	—	Small Airport
Enrique Cardenaz Gonzalez Airport	—	Small Airport
Farm Services Inc Airport	—	Small Airport
Flying 'K' Ranch Ultralightport	—	Small Airport
Flying W Airport	—	Small Airport
Fumigaciones Aéreas 109 Airport	—	Small Airport
Gross Private Airport	—	Small Airport
Kilo Airport	—	Small Airport
Kornegay Private Airport	—	Small Airport
La Pinta Airport	—	Small Airport
Las Gemelas Airport	—	Small Airport
Los Fresnos Airport	—	Small Airport
Mid Valley Airport	—	Small Airport
Mid-Valley Dusters Inc Airport	—	Small Airport
Moore Field	—	Small Airport
Norman & White Airport	—	Small Airport
Old Reb Airport	—	Small Airport
Omni Ranch Ultralight Flightpark	—	Small Airport
Rancho El Gato Airport	—	Small Airport
Ranchos Las Islas Airport	—	Small Airport
Rio Dusters Airport	—	Small Airport
Rio Grande City Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Rowland Dusters Airport	—	Small Airport
San Jose de los Llanitos Airport	—	Small Airport
San Rafael Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
Santa Elena Airport	—	Small Airport
Scott Airport	—	Small Airport
Shofner Farms Airport	—	Small Airport
Skalitsky Airport	—	Small Airport
South Texas International at Edinburg Airport	—	Small Airport
Star K Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
T R Funk Inc Airport	—	Small Airport
Venecia Airport	—	Small Airport

Police Stations in Pharr

38 police stations.

Station	Address	Phone



Alamo Police Department	423 North Tower Road
Alamo Police Department
Alton Police Department
Department of Public Safety DPS
Department of Public Safety DPS	1414 North Bicentennial Boulevard
Donna Police Department
DPS station
Edcouch Police Department
Edinburg Police Department - Investigations
Elsa Police Department	216 East 4th Street
Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office
Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office - Posse
Hidalgo County Sheriff's Training Academy
Hidalgo Police Department	211 East Esperanza Street
McAllen Community Policing
McAllen Community Policing
McAllen Community Policing
McAllen Community Policing
McAllen Community Policing
McAllen Community Policing
McAllen Police Community Center
McAllen Police Department - Detention
Mission Police Department
Mission Police Substation	2801 West Military Highway
Oficina de Transito
Palmhurst Police Department
Palmview Police Department
Pharr Police Department	1900 South Cage Boulevard
Pharr Police Department
Pharr Police Department
Pharr Police Department
Policia Rio Bravo
Progreso Police Department
San Juan Police Department	2301 North Raul Longoria Road
San Juan Police Department - Administration
San Juan Police Department Substation
Weslaco Police Department	901 North Airport Drive
Weslaco Police Department	300 South Bridge Avenue

Grocery Stores in Pharr

52 grocery stores.

Store	Type	Address
Alvarados Bakery	Convenience Store	6816 S Cage Blvd
BIG G GROCERY STORE & MEAT MARKET	Grocery Store	7709 S Cage Blvd
Cabrera Meat Market And Tortilleria 1	Convenience Store	2211 S Veterans Blvd
Candy King	Convenience Store	7309 S Cage Blvd
Capricious Cake Shop	Specialty Store	1201 S Jackson Rd
Carniceria Mendez 1	Grocery Store	902 S Cage Blvd
Corner Mart	Convenience Store	3113 S 10th St
Costco Wholesale 1108	Super Store	1501 W Kelly Ave
CVS 10142	Other	1301 S Cage Blvd
Dollar General 10627	Other	2611 S Cage Blvd
DOLLAR GENERAL 8300	Other	7608 S Cage Blvd
Dollar Tree 2245	Other	407 N Jackson Rd
Dollar Tree 4898	Other	2211 S Cage Blvd
Dollar Tree 7973	Other	924 E Expressway 83
El Seven Drive Thru	Convenience Store	312 E Dicker Dr
Family Dollar 2529	Other	802 S Cage Blvd
Family Dollar 5405	Other	6321 S Cage Blvd
Grab N Go Mart	Convenience Store	1901 Tesoro St
HEB 702	Supermarket	200 W Expressway 83
HEB Food Store 642	Supermarket	1300 S Cage Blvd
JRS XPRESS	Convenience Store	7501 S Cage Blvd
JUNIORS SUPERMARKET 3	Super Store	6501 S Cage Blvd
KANS AND KEGS 2	Convenience Store	2508 S CAGE BLVD
Karelly Cakes 2	Specialty Store	1328 S Jackson Rd
Korner Food Mart	Convenience Store	721 S Cage Blvd
La Ganadera Gourmet Meat Market 2	Grocery Store	2000 S Mccoll Rd
La Isla Drive Thru	Convenience Store	213 W Dicker Dr
LA MICHOACANA MEAT MARKET VALLEY LTD 2	Grocery Store	806 S Cage Blvd
Mariscos Del Golfo	Specialty Store	202 W Clark Ave
Murphy Express 8824	Convenience Store	1107 S Jackson Rd
Olly's Drive Thru	Convenience Store	5850 S Cage Blvd
RICKS QUICK STOP 3	Convenience Store	402 W State Ave
Ridge Speedy Mart	Convenience Store	620 E Ridge Rd
Sam's Club 8250	Super Store	1400 E Jackson Ave
Seoul Asian Market	Grocery Store	500 N Jackson Rd
STRIPES 40617	Convenience Store	2201 S Veterans Blvd
STRIPES 40621H	Convenience Store	802 N Jackson Rd
STRIPES 40625	Convenience Store	1621 W Sam Houston Blvd
STRIPES 40669H	Convenience Store	6506 S Cage Blvd
Stripes 42221H	Convenience Store	2400 S. McColl Rd.
STRIPES 7308	Convenience Store	328 E US Highway 83
STRIPES 9129	Convenience Store	1521 W Ridge Rd
Suehay Tortilleria	Grocery Store	5818 S Cage Blvd
Target Store 824	Super Store	708 E Expressway 83
The Great Donuts	Specialty Store	7705 S Cage Blvd
Tortillas Aries Jackson	Convenience Store	1328 S Jackson Rd
Tortilleria Berta Llc 1	Convenience Store	7408 S Cage Blvd
Tortilleria Valentina 3	Convenience Store	1509 S Cage Blvd
VALLEY 2741526	Convenience Store	900 W Ferguson St
Vaquero Meat Market	Grocery Store	6808 S Cage Blvd
WALGREENS 09449	Other	701 E Ridge Rd
Walmart SUPERCENTER 397	Super Store	1200 E Jackson Ave

Treatment Centers in Pharr

1 treatment centers.

Center	Type	Phone
Tropical Texas Behavioral Health	Both	956-289-7000

Churches & Religious Organizations in Pharr

38 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

Name	Address
BIBLE BAPTIST CHURCH OF PSJA	495 N I RD
BIG HEART MINISTRIES	119 W GORE AVE
CENTRO DE RESTAURACION JESUS REY DE GLORIA INC	700 E SIOUX RD UNIT 202
CENTRO FAMILIAR CRISTIANO INGLESIA DEL PUEBLO	101 N PALM DR
CHRISTIAN CONGREGATION IN THE UNITED STATES	114 KAREN CT
CHURCH OF CHRIST PHARR TEXAS	PO BOX 152
CRISTO ES LA ROCA INC	716 CATILLO AVE
DESTINY THROUGH CHRIST MINISTRIES	1201 W POLK AVE
EDIFICA SOBRE LA ROCA	7316 S CAGE BLVD
EVANGELICAL MISSION MINISTRIES INC	PO BOX 501
FAITH BAPTIST CHURCH OF WOODBURN	132 N SUGAR RD
GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH OF PHARR TEXAS	132 N SUGAR RD
IGLECIA COMUNITARIA EL BUEN PASTOR	1609 VALENCIA AVE
IGLESDIA LUTHERANA CRISTO REY	PO BOX 751
IGLESIA BAUTISTA JERUSALEM INC	PO BOX 774
IGLESIA BAUTISTA SENDERO DE LA CRUZ	PO BOX 785
IGLESIA EVANGELICA RESTAURACION Y VIDA	6113 S GALAXY DR
IGLESIA NUVEO PACTO INC	301 E MCDONALD AVE
IGLESIA UN NUEVO AMANECER INC	1304 S CYPRESS ST
INTERNATIONAL PENTECOSTAL HOLINESS CHURCH	7309 S SAINT MARIE DR
JESUCRISTO ES EL CAMINO CORPORATION	1204 E PROGRESAR DR
JOY OF ETERNAL LOVE JOEL FOUNDATION	222 W JAVELINA DR
LIVING WORD EVANGELICAL FREE CHURCH OF MCALLEN	5208 N JACKSON RD
LUTHERN PARISH CRISTO REY INC	PO BOX 641
MINISTERIO LA BUENA SEMILLA IGLESIA CRISTIANA DE LA COMUNIDAD I	1200 W POLK AVE
MINISTERIOS CASA DE ORACION	302 RICKY AVE
MOTHER CABRINI PARISH	8001 S CAGE BLVD
NUEVA VIDA MISSION UNITED METHODIST CHURCH	304 W DICKER DR
PHARR CENTER CHURCH	4801 N CAGE BLVD
PLENITUD CHURCH INC	2732 ASHLEY CR
PURPOSE CHURCH RGV INCORPORATION	1503 W HERITAGE DRIVE
REV JOSE FRANCISCO LIANAS JR	3001 N SUGAR RD
ST ANNE MOTHER OF MARY CHURCH	801 E JUAREZ AVE
ST GEORGE ORTHODOX MISSION	PO BOX 667
TRINITY EPISCOPAL CHURCH	PO BOX 692
TROPIC STAR MEMORIAL CHAPEL	1401 S CAGE BLVD UNIT 773
TROPIC STAR WORSHIP SERVICE INC	1401 S CAGE BLVD UNIT 300
VESSELS FOR GOD MINISTRIES INC	111 E RENDON ST

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Frequently Asked Questions About Pharr

What is the population of Pharr?

Pharr has a population of 79,809 residents and is located in Texas. The population density is 3,302 people per square mile, spread across 24.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 29.5 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.7% female and 48.3% male.

Is Pharr expensive to live in?

Pharr 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 $49,884, 34% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $111,500 (60% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $990 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.2x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Pharr safe?

Pharr is safer than the national average, with a violent crime rate of 291 per 100,000 compared to the U.S. rate of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,759 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Pharr receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Pharr?

Pharr has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 67°F in January, while summers reach an average of 88°F in July. The area receives 312 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 24.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 42.

How is the job market in Pharr?

Pharr has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.1%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $825. There are 14,062 business establishments in the area, including 1,288 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 22 minutes, and 6.2% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Pharr?

The median home value in Pharr is $111,500. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $160,873. For renters, the median monthly rent is $990. Fair market rent is $935 for a 1-bedroom and $1,149 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 58.7%. The average annual property tax is $6,938.

How are the schools in Pharr?

Schools in Pharr score 5 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 17.5% of adults in Pharr hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 69.9% have completed high school. 4.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Pharr?

The obesity rate in Pharr is 45.7% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 14.0% of adults are smokers. 38.9% are physically inactive. 20.3% of residents report depression. 38.3% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 63.7% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,158.

What is transportation like in Pharr?

The average commute in Pharr is 22 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 77.8% of workers drive alone to work, and 6.2% work from home.

What are the demographics of Pharr?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Pharr is 42.4% White, 0.6% Black or African American. 16.4% of residents speak only English at home, while 83.6% speak Spanish. 2.5% of the population are military veterans. 11.1% of residents have a disability. 67.9% have health insurance coverage.

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

People

Economy

Housing

Crime

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Pharr a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Safety & Crime

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Pharr vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Pharr vs U.S. Average

Income: Pharr vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Temperature

Geography

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

Natural Hazard Risk

Hazard Breakdown

Earthquake History

Hurricane History

Tornado History

Wildfire History

Monthly Weather

2024 Presidential Election (County)

Safety & Disasters

Education

Area & Infrastructure