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A City on the Grow User Rating 5 rating By Anonymous ( Mar 04, 2025) Weslaco, Texas, is a city of exceptional charm, warmth, and opportunity. Nestled in the heart of the Rio Grande Valley, Weslaco offers a perfect blend of small-town hospitality and modern growth, making it an outstanding place to live, work, and visit. The community is defined by ...Read More its welcoming spirit, strong local businesses, and commitment to progress, fostering an environment where both residents and visitors feel at home.

One of Weslaco’s greatest assets is its dedication to education, economic development, and cultural enrichment. The city takes pride in preserving its rich heritage while embracing innovation and growth. Additionally, its close proximity to Estero Llano Grande State Park highlights Weslaco’s connection to nature, offering a haven for outdoor enthusiasts and wildlife admirers alike.

From its vibrant festivals and diverse culinary experiences to its thriving economy and strong sense of community, Weslaco stands as a model of excellence in the Rio Grande Valley. It is a city that continues to grow while maintaining the values and traditions that make it truly special. Read Less
A City on the Grow User Rating 5 rating By Anonymous ( Mar 04, 2025) Weslaco, Texas, is a city of exceptional charm, warmth, and opportunity. Nestled in the heart of the Rio Grande Valley, Weslaco offers a perfect blend of small-town hospitality and modern growth, making it an outstanding place to live, work, and visit. The community is defined by ...Read More its welcoming spirit, strong local businesses, and commitment to progress, fostering an environment where both residents and visitors feel at home.

One of Weslaco’s greatest assets is its dedication to education, economic development, and cultural enrichment. The city takes pride in preserving its rich heritage while embracing innovation and growth. Additionally, its close proximity to Estero Llano Grande State Park highlights Weslaco’s connection to nature, offering a haven for outdoor enthusiasts and wildlife admirers alike.

From its vibrant festivals and diverse culinary experiences to its thriving economy and strong sense of community, Weslaco stands as a model of excellence in the Rio Grande Valley. It is a city that continues to grow while maintaining the values and traditions that make it truly special. Read Less
Weslaco Has Lots to See and Do User Rating 4.5 rating By Anonymous ( May 14, 2018) Weslaco is a great place to live and has lots of activities for friends, families and couples. The city also has a low unemployment rate (6.9%) and in 2016, Weslaco got the highest bond rating in the history of the city. This is similar to a credit score and shows that living con ...Read More ditions in the city have definitely improved over the years.

There are also several landmarks in the city that attract tourists, but they're also great place to visit every now and then if you're a resident. The Weslaco Water Tower and Cortez Hotel are popular attractions. The hotel used to accommodate guests, but is now a private event arena. The Rio Grande Spring Games also take place in Weslaco, so if you're a football fan, the spring season is a great time to live in the city. You can even attend a few art classes in the city or a lecture by a popular athlete, which makes it easy to get inspired or express your creativity while living in Weslaco. Read Less
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Weslaco Has Lots to See and Do User Rating 4.5 rating By Anonymous ( May 14, 2018) Weslaco is a great place to live and has lots of activities for friends, families and couples. The city also has a low unemployment rate (6.9%) and in 2016, Weslaco got the highest bond rating in the history of the city. This is similar to a credit score and shows that living con ...Read More ditions in the city have definitely improved over the years.

There are also several landmarks in the city that attract tourists, but they're also great place to visit every now and then if you're a resident. The Weslaco Water Tower and Cortez Hotel are popular attractions. The hotel used to accommodate guests, but is now a private event arena. The Rio Grande Spring Games also take place in Weslaco, so if you're a football fan, the spring season is a great time to live in the city. You can even attend a few art classes in the city or a lecture by a popular athlete, which makes it easy to get inspired or express your creativity while living in Weslaco. Read Less

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      F Amenities

      Are there many local amenities in Weslaco? Well, there are not many amenities close to this location.

      Parks

      Alameda Park
      Issac D Rodriguez Park
      Issac D Rodriquez Park
      Welaco, Tx Skatepark
      Gibson Park
      Gibson Park
      Airport Drive Park
      Harlon Block Sports Complex

      Entertainment

      Cinemark Movies 10
      WesMer Drive-In Theatre

      Food & Drink

      Holiday Wine & Liquor
      Whataburger
      Whataburger
      Wendy's
      McDonald's
      McDonald's
      Jack in the Box
      Feldmans

      F Commute

      Is public transit available in Weslaco? Of all people who commute, 0.0% take public transportation in Weslaco.
      Drive to Work
      77%

      1% higher than the US average

      Take Public Transit
      0%

      5% lower than the US average

      Walk to Work
      2%

      1% lower than the US average

      A+ Cost of Living

      What is the cost of living in Weslaco? The cost of living in Weslaco is 87/100 - which is 8% lower than Texas.
      Weslaco
      87

      13% less expensive than average

      Texas
      94

      6% less expensive than average

      United States
      100

      National cost of living index

      F Crime

      What is the crime rate in Weslaco? Weslaco crime rates are 3,916, which are 61% higher than Texas
      Total Crime
      3,916 per 100k people

      85% higher than the US average

      Chance of being a victim
      1 in 26  

      85% higher than the US average

      Year-over-year crime
      -10%

      Year over year crime is down

      D+ Employment

      What is the median income in Weslaco? The median income in Weslaco is $69,561 which is 14% lower than Texas.
      Median household income
      $69,56114% lower than the US average
      Income per capita
      $30,60732% lower than the US average
      Unemployment rate
      2%

      51% lower than the US average

      B- Health & Safety

      Is Weslaco a healthy and safe place to live? Yes, there are some hospitals, police and fire stations.

      Hospitals

      Knapp Medical Center

      Pharmacies

      H-E-B Pharmacy
      H-E-B Pharmacy
      Walmart Pharmacy

      Doctors

      A+ Housing

      What are Weslaco home prices? Weslaco home prices are $167,119 - which is 35% lower than Texas
      Median home value
      $167,11949% lower than the US average
      Median rent price
      $1,12022% lower than the US average
      Home Ownership
      60%

      5% lower than the US average

      C Schools

      Does Weslaco have good schools? The Weslaco graduation rate is 64% - which is 18% lower than Texas
      High school grad. rates
      64%

      23% lower than the US average

      School test scores
      46%

      4% lower than the US average

      Student teacher ratio
      17:1

      4% higher than the US average

      A+ User Ratings

      Is Weslaco a good place to live? Weslaco has an overall rating of 94% from 5 reviews.
      Overall user rating
      94%

      5 total ratings

      User reviews rating
      97%

      3 total reviews

      User surveys rating
      88%

      2 total surveys

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