Cost of Living in Laredo, TX
Population: 255,949 • 2026 Data
$63,264
Median Household Income
-18% vs national
$1,001
Median Monthly Rent
-26% vs national
$182,400
Median Home Value
-46% vs national
5.4%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in Laredo
The median home value in Laredo, TX is $182,400. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $1,001, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $1,066.
Rent-to-income ratio: 19.0%. This is within the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting housing is relatively affordable for median-income earners.
Income and Employment
The median household income in Laredo, TX is $63,264. The unemployment rate stands at 5.4%, with a labor force of 114,968 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.