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San Benito, TX

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Population
24,980
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
36 ft
Median Home Value
$85,300
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$839/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$43,639
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024

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OverallBest places in TexasPopulation rankingHighest population places in TexasNearest larger communityHarlingen, Texas5.4 miles away · 72,467 residents.

About San Benito

San Benito is a city in Cameron County, Texas, nicknamed the Resaca City due to the Resaca de los Fresnos flowing through its center. Celebrated for its musical heritage, the city of approximately 24,709 features a museum complex housing the Freddy Fender Museum and the Conjunto Music Museum. Public education is served by the San Benito Consolidated Independent School District.

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Lower County Wildfire Hazard Potential ClassA+100.0ratingLow State Income TaxA+100.0ratingNearby Hospital Emergency DepartmentsA+98.8rating

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