Mercedes, TX

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 2/10
accessibility Hospitals 5/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable transportation options.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
visibility Safety
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Average to Mixed. Schools perform near average overall, though quality can vary by campus. Students have access to standard educational pathways, with some stronger programs available.

Residents

Population
16,449 332.4M (US)
Median Age
31.4 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
74.3% 64% (US)
College-Educated
14.9% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$41,753 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
70.2% 88% (US)
Average Commute
20 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
9.7% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$107,700 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$506 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$505 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
53.0% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Hidalgo County
4
McAllen-Edinburg-Mission Metro Area
4
Texas
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Hidalgo County
6
McAllen-Edinburg-Mission Metro Area
6
Texas
5

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 0 60
Feb 1 0 63
Mar 1 0 69
Apr 1 0 75
May 2 0 80
Jun 2 0 84
Jul 2 0 85
Aug 2 0 86
Sep 5 0 81
Oct 2 0 76
Nov 1 0 69
Dec 1 0 61

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep blue country, with 69% of residents leaning left and 28% leaning right.

Liberal (70%) (28%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 22%
Hillary Clinton 73%
Other 5%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 34, TX State Senate District 27, TX State House District 39, TX
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Schools

John F Kennedy El
<1 miles, W • 1.9 star
Mercedes Daep
<1 miles, S
Taylor El
<1 miles, N • 1.9 star
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Colleges

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Hospitals

Knapp Medical Center
4 miles, W • 4.1 star
Harlingen Medical Center
15 miles, E • 5 star
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Airports

Valley International Airport
17 miles, E • 1 star
McAllen Miller International Airport
20 miles, NW • 1.4 star
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