1904History
On July 4, 1904, the first passenger train arrived at Diaz.
1906History
The Anglo settlers came after the completion of the first irrigation system in 1906.
1907History
The post office was named "Diaz" from April to May 1907.
1911Government
San Benito was a village with a moderate number of homes, businesses, churches, and public schools several years before the town was incorporated in 1911.
1920History
In 1920, when the city was included in the U.S.
1927Government
In 1927, the city adopted a commission form of government operating under a home rule charter.
1950History
By 1950, the census count expanded to 13,271.
1960History
In 1960, the population had grown to 16,422 and 24,861 by 2020.
1975History
On October 25, 1975, on the television show Hee Haw, Freddy Fender saluted his hometown of San Benito, population 15,177.
2000History
=== 2000 census ===
As of the 2000 census, 23,444 people, 7,065 households, and 5,715 families were residing in the city.
2007History
On April 3, 2007, San Benito celebrated the 100th anniversary of its naming.
2012History
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2020History
== Demographics ==
=== 2020 census ===
As of the 2020 census, 24,861 people, 8,058 households, and 5,472 families were residing in the city.