Median Age
31 Years
Largest Age Group
10-19 Years
Approximately 17% of Residents
Under 20
32%
Over 65
11%
Laredo, TX
Area Guide
Avg Rent
$1,011
Population
258,621
Renter Mix
38% Rent
Scenic city on the Rio Grande
Riverfront
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Outdoors
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Affordable
Laredo, Texas combines rich heritage with modern living along the banks of the Rio Grande. This historic gateway city celebrates its Mexican-American culture while offering diverse housing options for renters.
Lake Casa Blanca International State Park provides 1,680 acres of recreational opportunities, from fishing to hiking trails. The San Agustin Historic District preserves Spanish colonial architecture and hosts the annual Washington's Birthday Celebration, one of the largest heritage festivals in the United States. Housing choices span from apartments near Texas A&M International University to residences in the historic downtown area. The Del Mar area offers easy access to Mall del Norte, while The Heights neighborhood features tree-lined streets and parks.
As North America's largest inland port, Laredo's economy benefits from international trade and commerce through multiple border crossings. The city's unique history includes its role as the capital of the Republic of the Rio Grande in 1840, making it one of the few Texas cities to have flown seven flags rather than six.
Explore the City
El Progreso Park is a popular spot for nighttime strolls and jogging.
The Killdeer is a shorebird found around the Lake Casa Blanca International State Park.
Lake Casa Blanca is a popular area for jet ski water-sports and more.
Casa Blanca International State Park offers great sunset views.
Head to one of the nearby golf courses, such as Laredo Country Club.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$54,326
Average: $72,778
Education
40,557
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
115,298
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Laredo has more homeowners than renters.
Renters
38%
Non-Renters
62%
Education Distribution
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Bachelor's or Higher
12%
Other Education
88%
Rent Trends
As of June 2026, the average apartment rent in Laredo, TX is $1,021 for one bedroom, $1,178 for two bedrooms, and $1,450 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Laredo has increased by 2.3% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,021/month
636 Sq Ft
House
$1,956/month
1,663 Sq Ft
Condo
$1,544/month
1,302 Sq Ft
Schools
Public
Grades PK-5
534 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
442 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
386 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
385 Students
Col Santos Benavides Elementary School
Public
Grades PK-5
895 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
1,092 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
1,097 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
1,092 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
683 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
683 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
399 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
3,644 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
3,070 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
3,243 Students
Harmony School Of Excellence - Laredo
Public
Grades 9-12
637 Students
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Imaginarium of South Texas
- Lake Casa Blanca International State Park
Airports
- Laredo International
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Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in June 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.