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Living in San Benito, Texas
San Benito is a Cameron County city of 24,000 in the eastern Rio Grande Valley, birthplace of Freddy Fender — the Tex-Mex singer-songwriter whose 1975 recording of "Before the Next Teardrop Falls" reached number one on both the country and pop charts. The Freddy Fender Memorial Park and a mural in d
Frequently Asked Questions
What should I know before moving to San Benito, Texas?
When relocating to San Benito, plan to transfer utilities, update your driver's license, and register your vehicle in Texas. Local resources including hospitals, schools, and utility providers are listed on this page to help you settle in quickly.
City facts
Population
24,709
Nearby Airport
HRL · Valley International Airport
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Climate / Avg Temperature
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Nearby Sports Teams
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Estimated Moving Cost Range
$500-$2,500
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Listed University
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Housing & Household Snapshot
Median Household Income
$43,639
Median Home Value
$85,300
Median Gross Rent
$839
Households
8,351
Homeownership Rate
66.0%
Renter Rate
34.0%
Source: US Census Bureau, 2020–2024 ACS 5-year estimates
