Mercedes, TX is a city located in Hidalgo County with a population of 16,274 people. It has a population density of 1,407 people per square mile which is significantly lower than the US Population Density of 93 People per Square mile. Mercedes offers plenty to do for those who live there and visit. There are many local businesses such as Patty's Comida Mexicana and Steak Express Mercedes that offer delicious meals. There are also various outdoor activities throughout the year such as hunting, fishing, camping, bird watching, horseback riding, and more. Other organizations include local gyms and churches like First Baptist Church-Mercedes that host events throughout the year. Finally, it hosts various sporting events like rodeos and boxing tournaments to entertain visitors.
The population in Mercedes is 16,274. There are 1,379 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in Mercedes is 34, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in Mercedes is 3.5, the US average of people per household is 2.6.
Family in Mercedes
- 52.1% are married
- 7.5% are divorced
- 32.0% are married with children
- 29.6% have children, but are single
Race in Mercedes
- 5.7% are White
- 0.1% are Black
- 0.0% are Asian
- 0.0% are Native American
- 0.0% claim Other
- 94.1% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 0.0% Two or more races
- 0.0% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander