Rio Hondo, Texas facts for kids
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Rio Hondo, Texas
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Location of Rio Hondo, Texas
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| Country | United States |
| State | Texas |
| County | Cameron |
| Area | |
| • Total | 1.82 sq mi (4.70 km2) |
| • Land | 1.69 sq mi (4.37 km2) |
| • Water | 0.13 sq mi (0.33 km2) |
| Elevation | 26 ft (8 m) |
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| • Total | 2,021 |
| • Density | 1,110/sq mi (430.0/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
78583
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| Area code(s) | 956 |
| FIPS code | 48-62180 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1345245 |
Rio Hondo is a city located in Cameron County, Texas, United States. According to the 2020 census, about 2,021 people live there. This city is part of the larger Brownsville–Harlingen–Raymondville region.
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Where is Rio Hondo Located?
Rio Hondo is in the northern part of Cameron County. You can find it at these coordinates: 26.234451 degrees North and 97.581364 degrees West.
The city is about 9 miles (14 km) east of Harlingen. It is also 9 miles (14 km) north of San Benito. Brownsville is about 28 miles (45 km) to the north.
How Big is Rio Hondo?
The United States Census Bureau reports that Rio Hondo covers a total area of 1.82 square miles (4.7 square kilometers). Most of this area, about 1.69 square miles (4.4 square kilometers), is land. The remaining 0.13 square miles (0.3 square kilometers) is water. This means about 7% of the city's area is water.
Who Lives in Rio Hondo?
The population of Rio Hondo has changed over the years. Here's how many people have lived there during different census counts:
| Historical population | |||
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1930 | 713 | — | |
| 1940 | 804 | 12.8% | |
| 1950 | 1,125 | 39.9% | |
| 1960 | 1,344 | 19.5% | |
| 1970 | 1,167 | −13.2% | |
| 1980 | 1,673 | 43.4% | |
| 1990 | 1,793 | 7.2% | |
| 2000 | 1,942 | 8.3% | |
| 2010 | 2,356 | 21.3% | |
| 2020 | 2,021 | −14.2% | |
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What is the Population Like in 2020?
In 2020, there were 2,021 people living in Rio Hondo. These people lived in 847 households, and 626 of these were families.
Here's a look at the different groups of people living in Rio Hondo in 2020:
| Race | Number of People | Percentage of Total |
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| White (Not Hispanic) | 193 | 9.55% |
| Black or African American (Not Hispanic) | 2 | 0.1% |
| Native American or Alaska Native (Not Hispanic) | 6 | 0.3% |
| Asian (Not Hispanic) | 4 | 0.2% |
| Some Other Race (Not Hispanic) | 1 | 0.05% |
| Mixed/Multi-Racial (Not Hispanic) | 10 | 0.49% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 1,805 | 89.31% |
| Total | 2,021 |
Education in Rio Hondo
Students in Rio Hondo attend schools that are part of the Rio Hondo Independent School District. This district includes several schools for different age groups:
- Rio Hondo Elementary School
- Rio Hondo Intermediate School
- Rio Hondo Middle School
- Rio Hondo High School
Students living in Rio Hondo can also apply to special "magnet schools" run by the South Texas Independent School District. These schools offer unique learning programs.
Rio Hondo Public Library
The Rio Hondo Public Library is a local place for reading and learning. It was started in 1979 by a group of retired teachers who wanted to help their community.
See also
In Spanish: Río Hondo (Texas) para niños
