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Donna, TX

Donna is a city in Hidalgo County, Texas, United States. The population was 16,797 at the 2020 census. 

Donna is located in southern Texas at 26°10′13″N 98°2′57″W (26.170336, –98.049037). It is bordered on the east by the city of Weslaco and on the west by Alamo. The southern boundary of Donna is a few miles north of the Rio Grande, the international border between the United States and Mexico. 

Interstate 2/U.S. Highway 83 passes through the northern side of the city, leading west 11 miles (18 km) to McAllen and east 23 miles (37 km) to Harlingen. Via McAllen it is 244 miles (393 km) south of San Antonio. Hooks Avenue is the main road through the center of Donna. 

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 8.3 square miles (21.5 km2), of which 0.01 square miles (0.03 km2), or 0.13%, are water.

Donna is in southeastern Hidalgo County, 11 miles (18 km) east of McAllen, in territory that was granted to Lino Cabazos as part of the La Blanca land grant on May 19, 1834, by the Mexican state of Tamaulipas. The Cabazos family inhabited the area for at least twenty years after taking possession of the land, and their descendants continued to live in the area into the twentieth century. The first known Anglo-American settler was John F. Webber, who, accompanied by his wife Sylvia (Hector), a former slave, settled in the area in 1839. The Webbers moved to the area to escape persecution for their interracial marriage.

Several families from northern states, including the Ruthven, Champion, and Hooks families, settled in the area. Thomas Jefferson Hooks arrived in the Lower Rio Grande Valley in 1900 and the following year moved his family to Run in southeastern Hidalgo County. In May 1902 he helped to form the La Blanca Agricultural Company, which purchased 23,000 acres (93 km2) fronting the river 2 miles (3 km) east and west of the site of present Donna and extending north 18 miles (29 km). He gave part of his purchase to his 21-year-old daughter, Donna Hooks Fletcher, a divorcée.

Donna is committed to the health and wellness of its residents, offering various facilities and programs to promote a healthy lifestyle. The Donna Parks and Recreation Department is a hub for fitness and community activities, providing fitness classes, sports leagues, and wellness programs. Join local fitness centers and gyms to participate in exercise programs, fitness classes, and strength training. Some popular options include Zen Getaway Spa, IronShield CrossFit and East Donna Boxing Gym. Discover the walking and biking trails in and around Donna, such as the Public Parks and Big Valley RV Park. These trails offer opportunities for outdoor exercise and enjoyment of nature. 

Top sites in Donna, TX include The Weslaco Museum, Santa Ana National Wildlife Refuge, and International Museum of Art & Science.

Population: 17,238 (2021). ZIP Code: 78537. Area code: 956. Elevation: 50 ft (15 m). Area: 8.30 sq mi (21.50 km2).

FAQs

What is the crime rate in Donna, TX?

With a crime rate of 38 per one thousand residents, Donna has one of the highest crime rates in America compared to all communities of all sizes - from the smallest towns to the very largest cities. One's chance of becoming a victim of either violent or property crime here is one in 26. Within Texas, more than 95% of the communities have a lower crime rate than Donna.

What is the poverty rate in Donna, TX?

In 2022, the median household income of Donna households was $34,049. Donna households made slightly more than Clarksville households ($33,935) and Redland households ($33,689). However, 33.3% of Donna's families live in poverty.

What is the history of Donna, TX?

In 1907 the town received a depot and was named Donna in honor of Donna Fletcher, who was postmistress when the Donna post office opened in 1908. That year the first store in west Donna was established by Ed Ruthven, and the community was recognized as the Texas station that shipped the most produce in a year. A 500-ton-capacity sugar mill was built in Donna that year.

Sources

Wikipedia 

City of Donna

Donna Parks and Recreation Department

IronShield CrossFit 

Zen Getaway Spa

East Donna Boxing Gym

Public Parks 

Big Valley RV Park

Donna Hooks Fletcher Museum

The Weslaco Museum

Santa Ana National Wildlife Refuge

International Museum of Art & Science

Neighborhoodscout

Texas Demographics

Tshaonline.org

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