Laredo

Laredo, Texas Overview

Laredo scores 44.3/100 overall (D), ranking #12 of 20 cities in Texas — below the state composite of 45.8. Affordability is the city’s relative strength at 83/100, while Outdoor Access lags at 5/100.

Income & Employment in Laredo

Laredo’s median income of $60,720 is 17% below the state median, but positive population growth of 0.9% signals that affordability or other factors are still attracting residents. The local unemployment rate is 4.2%.

Safety in Laredo

Laredo reports 433.4 violent crimes per 100,000, roughly in line with the statewide rate of 401 per 100,000. The property crime rate is 1404.1 per 100,000.

Cost of Living in Laredo

With a cost of living index of 87.8, Laredo is well below the national average of 100, offering meaningful savings on everyday expenses. The median home value is $182,400. Median monthly rent is $1,001. Renters spend 19.8% of income on rent, well within the 30% affordability guideline.

Health & Wellness in Laredo

The adult obesity rate in Laredo is 42.2%, above the national average and a factor in the city’s health profile. Diabetes prevalence is elevated at 16.4%. Residents report an average of 17.3 poor mental health days per month, above the typical range. Texas ranks #41 nationally for overall health.

Education & Schools in Laredo

The student-teacher ratio is 15.8:1. Per-pupil spending is $12,339. The city has 75 public schools serving 62,569 students. School data is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data and EDFacts.

Climate in Laredo

Summers in Laredo are hot, averaging 85.4°F. Summers average 85.4°F. Winters average 61.4°F. Annual precipitation is 43.9 inches.

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