Population overview
La Salle County is home to roughly 6,517 people, making up about 0.02% of the total population of Texas. Within the South Texas region, it ranks #21 of 26 counties by population. The combination of 1,489 square miles of land and 6,517 residents yields a density of about 4.4 people per square mile — characteristic of rural and frontier Texas, with long distances between settlements and large stretches of working ranchland.
How La Salle County compares
Compared with the other 253 Texas counties, La Salle County sits in the lower half of the population distribution. It belongs to the smaller end of Texas counties by population — typical of West Texas, the Panhandle, and the Trans-Pecos.
| Comparison | Population | vs La Salle |
|---|---|---|
| La Salle County | 6,517 | — |
| South Texas region average | 157,697 | +2320% |
| Texas county median | 18,916 | +190% |
| Largest in Texas (Harris) | 5,045,026 | +77313% |
Neighboring county populations
La Salle County shares borders with 5 counties. Comparing population across an adjacent corridor often reveals commuting patterns, school-district pull, and economic gravity.
| County | Seat | Population | Density |
|---|---|---|---|
| Webb County | Laredo | 281,224 | 83.8 |
| Atascosa County | Jourdanton | 53,590 | 43.5 |
| Frio County | Pearsall | 18,823 | 16.6 |
| Dimmit County | Carrizo Springs | 8,024 | 6.0 |
| McMullen County | Tilden | 544 | 0.5 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the population of La Salle County, Texas?+
La Salle County has an estimated population of 6,517 residents, based on the most recent U.S. Census data.
What is the population density of La Salle County?+
La Salle County has a population density of approximately 4.4 people per square mile across its 1,489 sq mi of land area — characteristic of a rural county.
Where does La Salle County rank among Texas counties by population?+
La Salle County ranks #190 out of 254 Texas counties by total population, accounting for roughly 0.02% of the state's total population.
What is the most populous county near La Salle County?+
Among the 5 counties bordering La Salle, Webb County is the most populous with about 281,224 residents.
How is La Salle County's population measured?+
Population figures are sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau — the decennial census and annual American Community Survey (ACS) population estimates. See our methodology for full sourcing.