ZIP Code 78596: Weslaco, Texas
ZIP code 78596 is assigned to Weslaco, Texas, and lies within Hidalgo County. Its reference point is at latitude 26.1694 and longitude -97.9887 (26°10'09.8"N 97°59'19.3"W).
Location Overview of ZIP Code 78596
Weslaco, TX has 2 ZIP codes in our directory. Besides 78596, they include 78599.
Across Hidalgo County there are 31 ZIP codes listed, and Texas has 2,742 in total.
The nearest listed ZIP code is 78537 in Donna, TX, about 4.0 mi to the west.
| ZIP code | 78596 |
|---|---|
| City | Weslaco |
| County | Hidalgo County |
| State | Texas (TX) |
| Latitude | 26.1694 |
| Longitude | -97.9887 |
| DMS | 26°10'09.8"N 97°59'19.3"W |
| Nearest ZIP | 78537 (Donna, 4.0 mi) |
Map of ZIP Code 78596
Map centered on 26.1694, -97.9887. The pin marks the ZIP code's reference point, not its boundary.
Photos of Weslaco, TX
Video: Weslaco, TX
Just Passing Through | Exploring the Charm of Historic Downtown Weslaco, Texas — by kro.Productions · Watch on YouTube
ZIP Codes Near 78596
These 15 ZIP codes have the closest reference points to 78596, measured in a straight line.
Nearby Cities and Towns
The closest communities to ZIP code 78596, measured in a straight line from its reference point, are Donna, TX (4.0 mi west), Mercedes, TX (4.5 mi east) and Progreso, TX (5.8 mi south). Distances are approximate and road distances will be longer.
- Donna, TX – 4.0 mi west
- Mercedes, TX – 4.5 mi east
- Progreso, TX – 5.8 mi south
- Alamo, TX – 8.1 mi west
- Elsa, TX – 8.8 mi north
- La Villa, TX – 9.9 mi northeast
- La Feria, TX – 10 mi east
- La Blanca, TX – 10 mi north
- San Juan, TX – 11 mi west
- Edcouch, TX – 11 mi north
Schools Near Weslaco, TX
Public school assignments in the United States are based on street address, so families in ZIP code 78596 should confirm their assigned school with the school district that serves Weslaco and Hidalgo County.
Searching nearby communities such as Donna and Mercedes can widen the list of public, private and charter options. The links below open live Google Maps results centered on 78596.
Parks and Outdoor Recreation
Parks, trails and playgrounds around Weslaco, TX are easiest to find on the map above or with the searches below, which are centered on ZIP code 78596.
Hospitals and Healthcare
Hospitals, urgent care clinics and pharmacies serving Weslaco, TX can be found with the searches below. In a medical emergency, call 911.
Residents of ZIP code 78596 may also use facilities in nearby Donna, Mercedes and Progreso.
Shopping and Dining in Weslaco
Restaurants, grocery stores and shopping centers in and around ZIP code 78596 are listed in the Google Maps searches below, with current hours and reviews.
Libraries and Historical Places
Public libraries, museums and historic sites near Weslaco, Texas can be found with the searches below, which are centered on ZIP code 78596.
To research local history, try searching for Hidalgo County records and archives along with the name Weslaco.
Roads, Rivers and Lakes
From ZIP code 78596, Donna lies about 4.0 mi to the west, Mercedes lies about 4.5 mi to the east, Progreso lies about 5.8 mi to the south, Alamo lies about 8.1 mi to the west and Elsa lies about 8.8 mi to the north. Use the directions link for turn-by-turn routes and road names.
Rivers, lakes and other water features near Weslaco show up on the map above, or you can search for them directly.
Frequently Asked Questions About ZIP Code 78596
Photo & Video Credits
- Photo 1 (“Pheidole casta casent0104747 head 1”): April Nobile, CC BY 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 2 (“Pheidole casta casent0104746 profile 1”): April Nobile, CC BY 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 3 (“Pheidole casta casent0104747 dorsal 1”): April Nobile, CC BY 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
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- Photo 5 (“Telebasis digiticollis 4385421”): johnyochum, CC BY 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Video: “Just Passing Through | Exploring the Charm of Historic Downtown Weslaco, Texas” by kro.Productions, embedded from YouTube. All rights belong to the creator.
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