McCook, Texas facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
McCook, Texas
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 McCook, Texas
Location in Texas
McCook, Texas
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Texas |
| County | Hidalgo |
| Elevation | 305 ft (93 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| Area code(s) | 956 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1341163 |
McCook is a small, unincorporated community located in Hidalgo County, Texas, in the United States. Being "unincorporated" means it's not officially a city or town with its own local government. Instead, it's part of the larger county.
This community is found about 30 miles (48 km) northwest of a bigger city called McAllen. You can find McCook along Farm to Market Road 681, which is a road that helps connect rural areas.
McCook: A Look at Its History
McCook started around 1925. In its early days, it was a growing place. By 1936, the community had important services. It had its own school district, which meant kids could go to school nearby. There was also a post office for sending and receiving mail. A church was also part of the community.
Population Changes Over Time
For many years, the number of people living in McCook stayed small. The population was usually around 40 residents. This shows it was a very close-knit community.
However, by 1964, McCook saw some growth. The population increased to about 100 people. This was a notable change for the small area. By the year 2000, the population was recorded as 91 residents. These people lived in homes spread out across the rural area.
