Laredo

TX

Webb County, Texas

Population 269K |Median income $63,058 |2 hospitals

Population
269,294
Webb County
Median Income
$63,058
-7% vs avg
Median Home Value
$189,900
-17% vs avg
Median Age
30
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
269K+6%
Median Income
$63,058+60%
Median Home Value
$189,900+75%
Poverty Rate
21.3%-32%
Unemployment
5.5%-20%

Economics

Median Rent
$1,027/mo
Poverty Rate
21.3% +50% vs avg
Unemployment 5.5%
Bachelor's Degree+ 21.4%
Work From Home 5.8%
Public Transit 0.7%

Population

White 20.7%
African American 0.5%
Asian 0.5%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Obesity
42.1%
Physical Inactivity
39.2%
Short Sleep Duration
37.5%
Lack of Health Insurance
36.2%
High Blood Pressure
31.6%
Frequent Mental Distress
17.2%
Binge Drinking
16.2%
Diabetes
16.1%
Frequent Physical Distress
16.1%
Current Smoking
12.7%

Preventive Care

Dental Visit 48.5%
Annual Checkup 70.8%

Other Measures

Current Asthma
8.7%
Coronary Heart Disease
5.8%
Stroke
3.2%

Hospitals 2 total

Rating Distribution
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1
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0
Average Rating
2.5/5
Total Hospitals
2
With ER
2
DOCTORS HOSPITAL OF LAREDO
LAREDO · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★☆☆
LAREDO MEDICAL CENTER
LAREDO · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★☆☆☆

Alerts & News — Laredo Area 6

Weather Alerts high

Red Flag Warning Issued for Deep South Texas: Critical Fire Weather Risk Through Monday

NOAA · 2d ago
Weather Alerts high

Special Marine Warning Issued for Galveston Bay Through Sunday Night

NOAA · 2d ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for East Texas and Northwest Louisiana

NOAA · 3d ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Tyler and Jasper Counties in Southeast Texas

NOAA · 3d ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Jasper and Tyler Counties in Southeast Texas

NOAA · 3d ago
Disasters

FEMA Authorizes Fire Management Assistance for Corner Pocket Fire in Texas

FEMA · 3d ago

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Laredo, TX? ▼
Laredo, TX has a population of 269,294 people, located in Webb County, Texas.
What is the median household income in Laredo? ▼
The median household income in Laredo, TX is $63,058 per year. The poverty rate is 21.3%.
What is the median home value in Laredo? ▼
The median home value in Laredo, TX is $189,900. Median rent is $1,027/month.
What are the top health concerns in Laredo? ▼
The top health indicators in Laredo include Obesity (42.1%), Physical Inactivity (39.2%), Short Sleep Duration (37.5%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Laredo? ▼
Laredo has 2 hospitals with an average rating of 2.5/5 stars. 2 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Laredo? ▼
The median age in Laredo, TX is 30 years. 21.4% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Laredo, TX is located in Webb County, Texas. With a population of 269K and a median household income of $63,058, the community faces health challenges including obesity and physical inactivity. Residents have access to 2 hospitals with an average rating of 2.5/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Laredo area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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Data Sources

All data on this page comes from official U.S. government sources. Population and economic data from the Census Bureau American Community Survey (2022 5-year estimates). Health data from the CDC PLACES program (2023). Hospital ratings from CMS Hospital Compare (2024). Data is county-level (Webb County) as the smallest consistent geographic unit across all sources.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI UCR, CDC PLACES, and NCES. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.