Immigration into Webb County dropped 95 percent, latest census estimate shows
By Kobe Arriaga
Published on March 28, 2026.
The latest U.S. Census Bureau estimates show that immigration into Webb County has dropped by 95%, one of the sharpest declines in the country. The population in the U.N. is at a standstill or declining in some counties, according to the census. The decline is attributed to increased immigration enforcement and fewer families having children than in previous years. However, in Laredo, leaders say uncertainty is changing where people choose to live and that continued growth and development is still occurring. The data from these census reports helps determine how communities plan for future growth and services.
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