Laredo Population 2026
Laredo has a population of 256,153, making it the #86 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Texas. Roughly 0.1% of United States's population lives here. It is about 34× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
256,153
Rank in United States
#86
Coordinates
27.51°N, 99.51°W
~126 m elevation · America/Chicago
Distance to capital (Washington)
2,434 km
1,512 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Texas
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Houston | 2,314,157 | #4 |
| San Antonio | 1,526,656 | #7 |
| Dallas | 1,326,087 | #9 |
| Fort Worth | 1,008,106 | #11 |
| Austin | 974,447 | #13 |
| El Paso | 678,815 | #23 |
| Arlington | 388,125 | #50 |
| Corpus Christi | 316,239 | #60 |
Cities near Laredo
- Alice19,408 people · ~144 km away
- Kingsville26,225 people · ~163 km away
- Eagle Pass28,765 people · ~165 km away
- Mission83,298 people · ~185 km away
- Edinburg84,497 people · ~189 km away
- Uvalde16,476 people · ~191 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Laredo?
Laredo has a population of 256,153 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #86 biggest city in United States.
What state is Laredo in?
Laredo is located in Texas, United States.
Is Laredo the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 2,434 km away.
Sources & notes
Population refers to the city proper (municipal boundaries), not the metropolitan area. Source: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0), retrieved 2026-07-07. Country data: UN World Population Prospects 2024.
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