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South Padre Island lies on the southernmost tip of Texas and is situated on the south end of Padre Island , the longest Barrier Island in the world and the largest stretch of undeveloped ocean beach in North America . It sits just 30 miles north of Mexico and is linked to the mainland by a two and a half mile long bridge, the Queen Isabella Memorial Causeway.
 
The City of South Padre Island is home to an estimated 5,000 people, and according to the Convention and Visitors Bureau, over one million people visit the Island every year. It is a hotspot for retirees from northern regions to stay throughout the winter months. These residents are known throughout the Rio Grande Valley as "Winter Texans."

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Business

The City of South Padre Island is home to a wide range of businesses and business opportunities.  For more information pertaining to doing business with the City or operating a business on South Padre Island, please see the links on the left.

Visitors

One of the best kept secrets in Texas has finally been revealed and the value of this jewel has been made known. It is a unique setting that lures people to return again and again to enjoy the spirit of adventure that can be found there. South Padre Island is a year-round vacation destination located at the same latitude as Fort Lauderdale, Florida.
 
The Island enjoys a sub-topical environment with mild dry winters, and warm breezy summers. With a winter average temperature of 65 degrees, a summer average temperature of 82 degrees and and an average of 253 days of beautiful sunshine, it's no wonder why so many people love South Padre Island.

A list of other visitor related information is on the left.

Grants

South Padre Island is always actively involved in applying for grant funds. Over the past two years, City Departments have been awarded a number of grants. Staff continue to apply for a variety of grants that benefit the City.

Existing grants include:

Grants Submited: