28-654: Los Fresnos is a city in Cameron County, Texas , United States. The population was 8,114 at the 2020 census , up from 5,542 at the 2010 census. It is part of the Brownsville–Harlingen–Raymondville and the Matamoros–Brownsville metropolitan areas. Located in south-central Cameron County, the city was named for the fresnos ( Fraxinus berlandieriana ) scattered in the woods and along streams. In 1912, Lon Hill, an early landowner, formed
56-556: A SpaceX private spaceport east of Brownsville on the Gulf Coast. The SpaceX South Texas Launch Site is projected to employ 75–100 full-time workers in the early years with up to 150 full-time employees/contractors by 2019. In 2014, SpaceX acquired additional land near Boca Chica, which they consolidated into a subdivision called " Mars Crossing ", possibly named after the novel by science-fiction writer Geoffrey A. Landis . The southern cattle tick ( Rhipicephalus microplus )
84-652: A company to develop a canal system that would use the Rio Grande to irrigate land for farming. Railroad construction in the early 1900s began to bring settlers to the area, and by 1915, a post office was established. Because of the fertile, irrigated land, farm products increased, and with the long growing season in the Rio Grande Valley , farming flourished. Today, the city is still surrounded by fertile farm/ranch land. Major crops are cotton , sugarcane , grains , oranges , and red grapefruit . Los Fresnos
112-541: A household in the city was $ 25,793, and for a family was $ 27,670. Males had a median income of $ 20,459 versus $ 17,904 for females. The per capita income for the city was $ 9,507. About 28.5% of families and 34.2% of the population were below the poverty line , including 43.8% of those under age 18 and 22.4% of those age 65 or over. The United States Postal Service operates the Los Fresnos Post Office. U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement operates
140-465: A household in the county was $ 31,264, and for a family was $ 33,770. Males had a median income of $ 21,410 versus $ 15,597 for females. The per capita income for the county was $ 13,695. About 30.0% of families and 34.7% of the population were below the poverty line, including 46.8% of those under age 18 and 24.8% of those age 65 or over. A 2000 Texas A&M study stated that of the residents of Cameron County, 43% do not have basic literacy skills. Within
168-554: A total area of 1,276 square miles (3,300 km ), of which 891 square miles (2,310 km ) are land and 386 square miles (1,000 km ) (30%) are covered by water. To the east, the county borders the Gulf of Mexico . As of the census of 2010, 406,220 people, 119,631 households, and 96,579 families were residing in the county. The population density was 370 people per square mile (140 people/km ). The 141,924 housing units averaged 132 per square mile (51/km ). The racial makeup of
196-621: Is Brownsville . The county was founded in 1848 and is named for Captain Ewen Cameron , a soldier during the Texas Revolution and in the ill-fated Mier Expedition . During the later 19th century and through World War II, Fort Brown was a US Army outpost here, stimulating the development of the city of Brownsville. Cameron County comprises the Brownsville– Harlingen , TX metropolitan statistical area , as well as
224-417: Is covered by water. Situated slightly north of the city of Brownsville, Los Fresnos experiences average temperatures, which land the community within the humid subtropical climate zone, but like the rest of the lower Rio Grande Valley, fluctuating temperatures cause the area to transition between a humid subtropical climate and a tropical savanna climate . Due to this, tropical vegetation grows widely around
252-706: Is invasive here. Populations here have also become highly permethrin resistant . In 2014 the problem had become so severe that spread to neighboring counties was feared, and a Temporary Preventative Quarantine Area was established to preserve efficacy in those counties. All quarantine efforts have been somewhat unsuccessful, due at least in part to the ticks' infestation of wildlife including whitetail ( Odocoileus virginianus ). [REDACTED] Media related to Cameron County, Texas at Wikimedia Commons 26°09′N 97°27′W / 26.15°N 97.45°W / 26.15; -97.45 Per capita income Per capita income ( PCI ) or average income measures
280-582: Is located slightly south of the geographic center of Cameron County at 26°4′24″N 97°28′41″W / 26.07333°N 97.47806°W / 26.07333; -97.47806 (26.073216, –97.478164). It is 12 mi (19 km) north of the center of Brownsville and 18 mi (29 km) southeast of Harlingen . According to the United States Census Bureau , Los Fresnos has a total area of 3.1 sq mi (7.9 km), of which 0.1 sq mi (0.3 km), or 3.98%,
308-451: Is often difficult, since methodologies, definitions and data quality can vary greatly. Since the 1990s, the OECD has conducted regular surveys among its 38 member countries using a standardized methodology and set of questions. Per capita income is often used to measure a sector's average income and compare the wealth of different populations. Per capita income is also often used to measure
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#1732794316722336-486: The 2010s decade , a noticeable trend in the county population showed that growth among the county's northern cities (defined as major towns whose city limits lie entirely north or east of U.S. Highway 83 in the county) on average has been greater than those cities on U.S. Highway 83 in the county, suggesting a possible desire among both locals and new residents from outside the Rio Grande Valley to move away from
364-677: The Army in Germany from 1958 to 1960. Los Fresnos is served by the Los Fresnos Consolidated Independent School District . The Ethel L. Whipple Memorial Library serves Los Fresnos. Cameron County, Texas Cameron County , officially the County of Cameron , is the southernmost county in the U.S. state of Texas . As of the 2020 census , its population was 421,017. Its county seat
392-654: The Port Isabel Service Processing Center , which is located in an unincorporated area adjacent to Port Isabel-Cameron County Airport , 13 miles (21 km) northeast of Los Fresnos. Local public transportation is provided by Valley Metro . The Los Fresnos Rodeo and the Cameron County Livestock Show is held annually on the third weekend in February. Los Fresnos Motocross Park has campsites available at
420-602: The Brownsville–Harlingen– Raymondville combined statistical area , which itself is part of the larger Rio Grande Valley region. The second-largest city in the county is Harlingen . The county is home to the SpaceX Starbase spaceport, situated in Boca Chica ; it is also the residence of Elon Musk , the richest person in the world. According to the U.S. Census Bureau , the county has
448-500: The average income earned per person in a given area (city, region, country, etc.) in a specified year. In many countries, per capita income is determined using regular population surveys, such as the American Community Survey . This allows the calculation of per capita income for both the country as a whole and specific regions or demographic groups. However, comparing per capita income across different countries
476-543: The city was 81.96% White, 0.42% African American, 0.13% Native American, 0.02% Asian, 0.09% Pacific Islander, 14.38% from other races, and 2.99% from two or more races. Hispanics or Latinos of any race were 84.62% of the population. Of the 1,296 households, 53.5% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 63.7% were married couples living together, 17.7% had a female householder with no husband present, and 15.7% were not families. About 14.2% of all households were made up of individuals, and 7.7% had someone living alone who
504-536: The corruption in the county judiciary and legal system was so pervasive that most people would not believe it "unless they heard it themselves." Cameron County leans toward the Democratic Party in presidential elections. The last Republican to win the county was Donald Trump in 2024. Donald Trump 's 2016 showing of 32.0% was the lowest received by a Republican candidate in the county since Alf Landon in 1936. However, in 2020, Trump's performance of 43%
532-521: The county was 87.0% White, 0.5% African American, 0.4% Native American, 0.7% Asian, 9.8% from other races, and 1.5% from two or more races. About 88.1% of the population was Hispanic or Latino of any race. Of the 119,631 households, 50.3% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 60.80% were married couples living together, 20.0% had a female householder with no husband present, and 19.3% were not families. About 16.40% of all households were made up of individuals, and 7.30% had someone living alone who
560-526: The elderly vote, are crucial in South Texas elections. Cameron County is served by several school districts . They include: In addition, residents are eligible to apply to South Texas Independent School District 's magnet schools. All of the county is in the service area of Texas Southmost College . Cameron County has been considered one of the poorest urban counties in the US. The FAA approved
588-414: The population centers of the county. This trend has also been shared by nearby Hidalgo County . Los Fresnos , for example, grew by 42.2% from 2010 to 2018. Other major cities, such as Indian Lake , Primera , and Rio Hondo , all grew by more than 15% in the same period. In contrast, the cities of Harlingen , La Feria , and San Benito , all cities along U.S. Highway 83, have seen growths less than 1% in
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#1732794316722616-509: The region's warm climate. While not a common occurrence, the city occasionally experiences hail or brief tornadoes. As of the 2020 United States census , there were 8,114 people, 2,196 households, and 1,798 families residing in the city. As of the census of 2000, 4,512 people, 1,296 households, and 1,092 families resided in the city. The population density was 1,868.9 inhabitants per square mile (721.6/km). The 1,480 housing units averaged 613.0 per square mile (237.1/km). The racial makeup of
644-767: The same period. The city that grew the most among the Highway 83 cities in the county was Brownsville , which grew by 4.4% from 2010 to 2019. U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement operates the Port Isabel Service Processing Center, located in an unincorporated area adjacent to the Port Isabel-Cameron County Airport , which is itself owned and operated by the county. The airport has four runways and offers fuel and other general aviation services. U.S. District Judge Andrew S. Hanen stated in 2013 that
672-431: The surrounding area. Temperature extremes range from highs near 100 °F in the summer down to around freezing temperatures about once or twice a year, and not at all during some years. In addition, Los Fresnos is prone to impact from hurricanes . Notable hurricanes to hit the area include Beulah , Allen , and Dolly . Thunderstorm activity occurs usually during the spring and fall when cold fronts cause instability with
700-419: The track to accommodate recreational vehicles and tents. Quads are also welcomed to race, with categories for every age and bike sizes, such as Mini 50-cc, 250-cc, quads, etc. Little Graceland was located on West Highway 100 and contains a small collection of Elvis Presley memorabilia , including photos, posters, watches, and playing cards . It was operated by the late Simon Vega , who served with Presley in
728-435: Was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 3.36, and the average family size was 3.80. In the county, the age distribution was 33.0% under the age of18, 9.7% from 18 to 24, 25.6% from 25 to 44, 20.6% from 45 to 64, and 11.10% who were 65 or older. The median age was 30.6 years. For every 100 females, there were 91.90 males. For every 100 females aged 18 and over, there were 86.30 males. The median income for
756-447: Was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 3.48, and the average family size was 3.86. In the city, the population was distributed as 36.4% under the age of 18, 9.2% from 18 to 24, 29.2% from 25 to 44, 17.1% from 45 to 64, and 8.1% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 28 years. For every 100 females, there were 93.8 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 84.6 males. The median income for
784-639: Was the best for a Republican in the county since 2004, while 2024 found Trump outright winning the county with a majority of 52.54% as part of the continued Republican trend of the Rio Grande Valley. In the Texas House of Representatives , Cameron County is covered by Districts 35 , 37 , and 38 . As of 2006, officeholders tend to be Democrats, about 20,000 to 30,000 people in Cameron County vote in primary elections, and presidential elections have higher turnouts. Politiqueras , women hired to help
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