Laredo, Texas Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Laredo, Texas is 255,949 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 88th-largest city in the United States and the 11th-largest in Texas. The median household income is $63,264, the median home value is $182,400, and the median age is 29.7.
The population has grown 10.3% since 2010 (236,807 → 261,260).
255,949
Population
2346
People / sq mi
$63,264
Median Income
$182,400
Median Home Value
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Laredo covers 109.1 sq mi of land at 2346 people per square mile.
About Laredo, TX
Laredo is distinguished by its share of foreign-born residents, 4.9% of the population. With 255,949 residents, Laredo is a city in Texas. It ranks #11 among cities in Texas by population.
Earnings trail the nation, with the median household making $63,264, below the US median of $78,538. Hardship is pronounced — at 18.4%, poverty is near the top of the range for US cities, above the national 12.4%. Housing is relatively affordable, with a median home value of $182,400, with typical rent around $1,001.
Degree attainment is on the lower side for US cities: 21.5% of adults hold a bachelor’s degree, below the national 35.0%. Most workers commute: only 5.4% work from home, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 21 minutes each way.
Laredo city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Laredo city had a population of 236,807 in 2010 and 261,260 in 2024, a 10.3% growth over 14 years. The peak was 262,491 in 2019. Average annual growth rate: 0.71%.
261,260
Population (2024)
236,807
Population (2010)
262,491
Peak (2019)
0.71%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 236,807 |
| 2011 | 241,195 |
| 2012 | 245,728 |
| 2013 | 249,602 |
| 2014 | 252,734 |
| 2015 | 255,271 |
| 2016 | 257,862 |
| 2017 | 259,324 |
| 2018 | 260,856 |
| 2019 | 262,491 |
| 2020 | 255,495 |
| 2021 | 255,727 |
| 2022 | 256,650 |
| 2023 | 258,922 |
| 2024 | 261,260 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 37.6% |
| Black or African American | 0.5% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 0.6% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$63,264
Median Household Income
$24,584
Per Capita Income
18.4%
Poverty Rate
3.4%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$182,400
Median Home Value
$1,001
Median Rent
63.3%
Owner-Occupied
Education
70.5%
High School+
21.5%
Bachelor's+
Commute
0.8%
Drive Alone
79.3%
Public Transit
5.4%
Work From Home
21.3 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
4.9%
Foreign Born
11.9%
Non-English at Home
3.1%
Veterans
13.2%
With Disability
71.6%
Health Insurance
94.4%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 22.6% |
| Retail Trade | 15.8% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 9.0% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 8.8% |
| Public Administration | 6.7% |
| Construction | 6.0% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 4.4% |
| Information | 3.9% |
| Manufacturing | 3.1% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 3.1% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 0.8% |
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Common questions about Laredo, TX
Frequently Asked Questions
Laredo, Texas has a population of 255,949 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 88th-largest city in the United States and the 11th-largest in Texas.
The median household income in Laredo, Texas is $63,264, with 18.4% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Laredo, Texas is $182,400, with median monthly rent at $1,001 and a homeownership rate of 63.3%.
The median age in Laredo, Texas is 29.7 years. The population is 49.6% male and 50.4% female.
The population has grown 10.3% since 2010 (236,807 → 261,260).
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.