Mexia, Texas

About Mexia

Set in the central part of Texas, Mexia is a close-knit town with an estimated population of 6,916.

Officially, Mexia is an incorporated city with its own municipal government. The community covers 7.2 square miles, giving it a balanced suburban layout with room to breathe at roughly 961 residents per square mile.

📰 Mexia News Today

• 4 wounded in shooting at unpermitted block party, police say KWTX · Aug 9
• Mexia ISD jumps 10 points in 2026 accountability ratings kcentv.com · Aug 14
• U.S. Navy revising several policies following death of Mexia sailor KXXV · Aug 14
• Police respond to Mexia High School after student found with loaded magazine, officials say wfaa.com · Aug 12
• Mexia ISD, police investigating after ammunition found in student’s possession KBTX News 3 · Aug 11

Live headlines via Google News — updates through the day.

What Makes Mexia Unique

• The only place in America named Mexia — a truly one-of-a-kind name among 32,000+ US communities.
• Part of the fabric of Texas — one of 1,863 recognized communities statewide.

Why People Love It Here

• The sweet spot: real amenities without big-city congestion.
• Local businesses and schools anchored by a stable resident base of 6,916.
• Well connected: 3+ neighboring communities within 11 miles.

🍽️ Where to Eat in Mexia

• Frankie’s Pasta & Pizza

Local spots mapped by the OpenStreetMap community.

🏞️ Parks & Outdoors in Mexia

• Confederate Reunion Grounds State Historic Site reviews ★
• Mexia City Park reviews ★
• Washington Park reviews ★

Parks mapped by the OpenStreetMap community · "reviews" opens each park's live Google reviews.

🏫 Schools in Mexia

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Public schools, U.S. Dept. of Education (NCES) 2023–24 directory.

🏥 Hospitals & Healthcare

• Parkview Regional Hospital · 24/7 ER

Medicare-registered hospitals with official CMS star ratings.

⚡ Quick Facts

🗺️ Map of Mexia

🏘️ Nearby Communities