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McAllen, Texas is strategically located in an area that provides a host of competitive advantages for the attraction of new industries and logistics companies. Its proximity to airports, international bridges, highways, and the border with Mexico ensures economic development with the expansion of the workforce and efficient foreign trade processes.
McAllen is located at the southern tip of Texas, in the Rio Grande Valley, facing its sister city in Mexico, Reynosa. McAllen is at the center of North America’s population growth corridor.
In addition, McAllen is only 7 miles (11 km) from the International Bridge to Reynosa, Mexico, and about 50 miles (80 km) west-northwest of Brownsville. With Edinburg and Pharr, McAllen forms a metropolitan complex.
Distance From McAllen to:
| México Main Cities | Km | Miles |
|---|---|---|
| Aguascalientes, AGS | 632 | 392 |
| CDMX | 756 | 470 |
| Guadalajara, JAL | 809 | 502 |
| Puebla, PUE | 794 | 493 |
| Tijuana, BCN | 1949 | 1211 |
| Monterrey, NL | 217 | 135 |
| Chihuahua, CHIH | 822 | 511 |
| Mérida, YUC | 1052 | 654 |
| Saltillo, COAH | 291 | 181 |
| Guanajuato, GTO | 652 | 405 |
Distance From McAllen to:
| USA Main Cities | Km | Miles |
|---|---|---|
| Atlanta, GA | 1,574 | 978 |
| Cleveland, OH | 2,276 | 1,415 |
| Dallas, TX | 742 | 461 |
| Detroit, MI | 2,263 | 1,405 |
| Los Angeles, CA | 2,111 | 1,312 |
| New York, NY | 2,752 | 1,710 |
| St Luis, MO | 1,570 | 975 |
| San Francisco, CA | 2,610 | 1622 |
| Seattle, WA | 3,176 | 1,973 |
| San Diego, CA | 1,970 | 1,224 |
Distance From McAllen to:
| Canada Main Cities | Km | Miles |
|---|---|---|
| Calgary, QC | 3,069 | 1,907 |
| Edmonton, AB | 3,288 | 2,043 |
| Montreal, QC | 3,065 | 1,905 |
| Ottawa, ON | 2,928 | 1,819 |
| Quebec, QC | 3,298 | 2,050 |
| Regina, SK | 2,746 | 1,707 |
| Toronto, ON | 2,580 | 1,603 |
| Vancouver, BC | 3,339 | 2,074 |
| Victoria, BC | 3,293 | 2,046 |
| Winnipeg, MB | 2,630 | 1,634 |
McAllen, located in the Rio Grande Valley, Texas, has a population of approximately 146,600. In recent years, the city has seen significant growth in its workforce, with projections indicating a 10.5% increase in the coming years. This workforce expansion, combined with competitive wages in the region, positions McAllen as an attractive destination for both businesses and workers. Furthermore, the anticipated population growth adds momentum to the city's economic development, making it a key area for future investment and opportunity.
Economy Overview
142,210
Population (2022)
Population grew by 1,778 over the last 5 years and is projected to grow by 6,867 over the next 5 years.
95,419
Total Regional Employment
Jobs grew by 9,038 over the last 5 years and are projected to grow by 10,756 over the next 5 years.
$44.5K
Avg. Earnings Per Job (2022)
Regional average earnings per job are $36.4K below the national average earnings of $80.8K per job.
As of 2022 the region's population increased by 1.2% since 2017, growing by 1,778. Population is expected to increase by 4.7% between 2022 and 2027, adding 6,867.
| Timeframe | Population |
|---|---|
| 2017 | 145,072 |
| 2018 | 145,144 |
| 2019 | 145,692 |
| 2020 | 145,678 |
| 2021 | 145,412 |
| 2022 | 146,850 |
| 2023 | 148,517 |
| 2024 | 149,809 |
| 2025 | 151,125 |
| 2026 | 152,420 |
| 2027 | 153,717 |
From 2017 to 2022, jobs increased by 10.5% in 5 Texas ZIPs from 86,381 to 95,419. This change outpaced the national growth rate of 3.8% by 6.7%.
| Timeframe | Jobs |
|---|---|
| 2017 | 86,381 |
| 2018 | 88,489 |
| 2019 | 90,267 |
| 2020 | 87,976 |
| 2021 | 90,954 |
| 2022 | 95,419 |
| 2023 | 98,405 |
| 2024 | 100,913 |
| 2025 | 103,084 |
| 2026 | 104,911 |
| 2027 | 106,175 |
McAllen experiences sweltering and oppressive summers, while its winters are short, cool and dry. The weather is typically windy and partly cloudy throughout the year. The temperature varies between 52°F and 97°F and rarely goes below 39°F or above 102°F. Based on the beach/pool score, the ideal time to visit McAllen for hot-weather activities is from late April to late June.
Source: https://weatherspark.com/y/7061/Average-Weather-in-McAllen-Texas-United-States-Year-Round
The McAllen series consists of deep, well drained, moderately permeable soils that formed in calcareous loamy sediments. These soils are on nearly level to gently sloping uplands.
These characteristics allow different activities to be carried out, they are even considered suitable for agriculture and livestock.
Another virtue of these soils is that they are rich in organic matter.
The McAllen/Reynosa series consists of sandy and clay loam. The parent material consists of calcareous loamy alluvium.
Source:
Environmental Assessment Report for Land Evaluation
