Population overview
Webb County is home to roughly 281,224 people, making up about 0.89% of the total population of Texas. Within the South Texas region, it ranks #3 of 26 counties by population. The combination of 3,357 square miles of land and 281,224 residents yields a density of about 83.8 people per square mile — characteristic of small-town and exurban Texas, where towns are anchored by a county seat surrounded by working farmland and ranches.
How Webb County compares
Compared with the other 253 Texas counties, Webb County sits in the top 10% of the population distribution. It belongs to the upper tier of Texas counties — sizable enough to support diverse local services and infrastructure.
| Comparison | Population | vs Webb |
|---|---|---|
| Webb County | 281,224 | — |
| South Texas region average | 157,697 | -44% |
| Texas county median | 18,916 | -93% |
| Largest in Texas (Harris) | 5,045,026 | +1694% |
Neighboring county populations
Webb County shares borders with 6 counties. Comparing population across an adjacent corridor often reveals commuting patterns, school-district pull, and economic gravity.
| County | Seat | Population | Density |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maverick County | Eagle Pass | 58,823 | 46.0 |
| Zapata County | Zapata | 13,753 | 13.8 |
| Duval County | San Diego | 9,402 | 5.2 |
| Dimmit County | Carrizo Springs | 8,024 | 6.0 |
| La Salle County | Cotulla | 6,517 | 4.4 |
| Jim Hogg County | Hebbronville | 4,555 | 4.0 |
What the numbers mean
Webb County's density of about 83.8 people per square mile is about 69% of the Texas statewide average of roughly 121. Put another way, there are about 8 acres of land for every resident.
At this density the county is anchored by one or two real towns, with farms and ranches between them. Hospitals, school districts and retail tend to concentrate in Laredo, which draws shoppers and workers from surrounding rural areas.
Webb County in statewide context
By population the county ranks 20th of 254; by land area it ranks 6th; and by density it ranks 55th. Its population and land area rank fairly close together, a balanced profile for Texas.
Texas's population is extremely concentrated: the ten largest counties hold well over half of all Texans, while more than 150 counties have fewer than 30,000 residents. Webb County sits in the middle ground between the big metros and the rural majority.
About the data
Population figures on this page come from the U.S. Census Bureau. The decennial census provides the official count every ten years, and the Bureau's annual Population Estimates Program updates county totals between censuses. Land area comes from the Census Gazetteer and excludes water. Figures are rounded and may differ slightly from county or school district estimates that use other methods. See our methodology page for details.
Frequently asked questions
What is the population of Webb County, Texas?+
Webb County has an estimated population of 281,224 residents, based on the most recent U.S. Census data.
What is the population density of Webb County?+
Webb County has a population density of approximately 83.8 people per square mile across its 3,357 sq mi of land area — characteristic of a small-town / exurban county.
Where does Webb County rank among Texas counties by population?+
Webb County ranks #20 out of 254 Texas counties by total population, accounting for roughly 0.89% of the state's total population.
What is the most populous county near Webb County?+
Among the 6 counties bordering Webb, Maverick County is the most populous with about 58,823 residents.
How is Webb 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.