Mercedes city, Texas
Official LSAD Designation: Mercedes city • Census GEOID: 4847700
• Hidalgo County
Mercedes city is an incorporated city in Hidalgo County, Texas. According to official records from the Census (2025), Mercedes city had an estimated population of 17,915 residents. Official Census Bureau geographic records classify this community under LSAD designation Mercedes city (GEOID 4847700).
Local Government Administration U.S. Census Bureau GMAF
City Of Mercedes
Municipal
Official Title:
Assistant City Manager
Address:
PO BOX 837, MERCEDES TX 78570-0837
County Of Hidalgo
County
Official Title:
County Judge
Address:
PO BOX 1356, EDINBURG TX 78540-1356
Civic & Statistical Snapshot
| Category | Estimate | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 17,915 | 2025 |
| Median Household Income | $46,904 | 2020-2024 |
| Median Home Value | $111,800 | 2020-2024 |
| Land Area | 11.80 sq mi | Gazetteer (2026) |
| Civic & Public Services | Hospitals, Libraries, Colleges | CMS / IMLS / IPEDS |
| Schools & Districts | NCES Directory Listings | Provided by k12guides.com |
| Nearby Airports | Landing Facilities | Provided by airport-data.com |
| Climate & Weather | NOAA 30-Year Normals | 1991–2020 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).