Towns include: McAllen
Job growth (2000-2006): 41.4%
Remember the Alamo, but don't forget about the rest of Hidalgo County, which is not home to that Alamo but instead to the one named for the Alamo Land and Sugar Co., which also is considered something of a historical landmark. The resurgent Rio Grande is home of some of the fastest-growing real estate hotspots in the country, making the region prime ground for construction and building trade growth along with all the good things that accompany such activity.
 The City of Edinburg, Texas
14. Hidalgo County, Texas Source: OnBoard |  For this year's list we focused on smaller places that offered the best combination of economic opportunity, good schools, safe streets, things to do and a real sense of community (more)  Wondering where the wealth is? Residents of these 25 places have the highest median household incomes in the country. (more) |
