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Zapata
City in Texas, United States
Overview
Zapata is a small town in south Texas, located on the edge of Falcon Lake near the Mexican border. It's known for its friendly locals, outdoor recreation, and rich Hispanic heritage. The slow pace and strong community ties make it a relaxing destination for those seeking authentic Texan culture.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
United States
State
Texas
Population
—
Time Zone
America/Chicago
Coordinates
26.91°, -99.27°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
60
Female Safety
65
LGBTQ+ Safety
55
Traffic Safety
60
Food Safety
75
Monthly Cost
$1,485
Local Cost
$960
Local Income
$2,100
Cashless
55
English
98
Temperature
23.7°C
Summer Avg
30.8°C
Winter Avg
15.3°C
Record High
44.6°C
Record Low
-4.6°C
Humidity
63%
Precipitation
579 mm
Internet Speed
209 Mbps
Upload
12 Mbps
Latency
30 ms
City Vibrancy
5
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
5
Transport
1
Walk Score
1
Footways
2.0
Airport
—
Distance
—
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Frequently Asked Questions
Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
World Air Quality Index - Latest available city-level air quality station measurement. Updated 2025-12-05.
Ookla Open Data - Internet speed aggregates for 2024Q3 from 3 tests. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-09.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-06.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.
Estimated data
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 40/100.
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