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Explore San Benito, Texas, with this interactive street and satellite map. You can “grab” the San Benito, TX street map and move it around to re-centre it. You can change between standard map view and satellite map view by clicking the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. You can use the zoom buttons on the lower right side of the map to zoom in or out to street-level detail. You will find live weather, local and world news below.

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CitySan Benito
StateTexas (TX)
CountyCameron
CountryUnited States of America
TimezoneCentral Time (America/Chicago)
Latitude26.132576
Longitude-97.631101
Population24,709
Density602.9 /km²
IncorporatedN/A
ZIP Code(s)78586
Area Code830
County SeatBrownsville
School DistrictSan Benito Consolidated Independent School District

About San Benito, Texas

San Benito is a locality in Cameron County, Texas, United States. It has a population of 24,709. The population density is 602.9 people per km². San Benito is located at 26.1326°N, 97.6311°W. It observes the Central Time (America/Chicago) timezone. ZIP code: 78586.

San Benito rests in the heart of the Rio Grande Valley, a landscape shaped by the gentle flow of the Arroyo Colorado, which winds its way just three miles from the town's center. It lies 5.7 miles southeast of Harlingen, TX (from Harlingen, TX: bearing 135°T), and is situated 8.6 miles west of Laureles. The land here is predominantly flat, a fertile plain stretching towards the horizon, with the Resaca de Los Cuates Reservoir lying a short four miles away, reflecting the wide Texas sky. Though inland, the air carries a certain humidity, a whisper of distant moisture that nourishes the region’s agricultural bounty. The nearby Plaza De San Benito Park offers a verdant respite, a place where the local flora thrives under the sun's persistent gaze. The history of San Benito is deeply intertwined with the agricultural development of the Rio Grande Valley, a story of pioneers cultivating this rich soil for prosperity. Early endeavors focused on cotton and citrus, industries that historically shaped the local economy and provided livelihoods for generations. Today, while agriculture remains a vital component, the economic landscape has diversified, embracing sectors that reflect the evolving opportunities within the region. The legacy of these early ventures can still be felt, a quiet hum beneath the surface of modern commerce, linking the present to the past. The cultural character of San Benito is a vibrant blend, reflecting its borderland heritage with a distinct Tex-Mex flavor that permeates everyday life. Conversations often weave between English and Spanish, a testament to the community's rich linguistic tapestry. A notable landmark is the San Benito Historical Museum, which preserves the narratives of the area's past, offering glimpses into its formative years. While no globally renowned figures hail from San Benito, its strength lies in the collective spirit of its residents, who contribute to the town's unique identity through their daily lives and local events that celebrate community and tradition.

Nearby Outdoor Places

  • San Benito (Monument) — 0.1 mi, 214° SW
  • First Methodist Church of San Benito (Monument) — 0.1 mi, 042° NE
  • A.C. Purvis House (Monument) — 0.2 mi, 060° NE
  • Falligant Park (Local Park) — 0.9 mi, 290° W
  • Stookey Park (Local Park) — 1.0 mi, 118° SE
  • Bobby Morrow Stadium (Stadium) — 1.2 mi, 304° NW
  • Lower Rio Grande Valley National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 2.1 mi, 135° SE · 277k acres
  • Ramsey Park (Local Conservation Area) — 4.0 mi, 332° NW
  • Las Palomas Wildlife Management Area (State Conservation Area) — 4.1 mi, 051° NE
  • Harlingen Soccer Complex (Local Recreation) — 4.1 mi, 348° N
  • Golden Age of Hollywood & Mexican Cinema in Harlingen, Texas (Public Artwork) — 5.8 mi, 316° NW
  • Bowman Stadium (Stadium) — 6.8 mi, 340° N
  • Tom Wilson Sports Complex (Local Recreation) — 7.8 mi, 309° NW
  • Resaca de la Palma State Park (State Park) — 9.7 mi, 157° SE
  • Laguna Atascosa National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 13.2 mi, 079° E · 287k acres
  • Stillman House Museum (Museum) — 18.1 mi, 152° SE
  • Brownsville Heritage Museum (Museum) — 18.1 mi, 152° SE
  • Brownsville Art League Fine Arts Museum (Museum) — 18.5 mi, 153° SE
  • Welcome to Texas Sign (Attraction) — 19.1 mi, 150° SE
  • Estero Llano Grande State ParK (State Park) — 19.7 mi, 269° W
  • Palmito Hill Battlefield (Viewpoint) — 23.6 mi, 120° SE
  • Port Isabel Historical Museum (Museum) — 26.5 mi, 098° E
  • Treasures of the Gulf Museum (Museum) — 26.6 mi, 098° E
  • Gravity Park (Theme Park) — 28.8 mi, 094° E
  • Pier 19 (Attraction) — 28.8 mi, 097° E
  • Starbase Sign (Attraction) — 29.3 mi, 111° E
  • Padre Island National Seashore (National Lakeshore) — 35.4 mi, 033° NE · 262k acres
  • Topgolf (Attraction) — 35.6 mi, 277° W
  • Border Theater (Theatre) — 43.5 mi, 278° W

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About This San Benito Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of San Benito, Texas — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 26.132576, -97.631101. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service, with current observations and a 7-day forecast also powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while a Wikipedia summary or an editorially written description provides background on San Benito and Cameron County.

Detailed location data for San Benito includes the ZIP code (78586), telephone area code (830), county seat of Cameron County (Brownsville), and school district assignment (San Benito Consolidated Independent School District). These are among the most commonly searched location details for any US city or town.

Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity — ensuring the correct San Benito is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.

Page generatedAugust 2026
Location dataSimpleMaps US Cities Database; coordinates matched to USGS GNIS definitive data
Wikipedia validationArticle content matched to USGS GNIS coordinates via Wikipedia geosearch API. Location verified by proximity — not name matching alone.