Lasara, Texas Demographics & Population 2026
Demographic data: ACS 2020–2024 five-year estimates. Sources and methodology
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Lasara, Texas had a total population of 1,467, the 858th largest community in Texas. The poverty rate is 16.5%.
Lasara Quick Facts
How Lasara Changed
Change from the non-overlapping 2015–2019 ACS period to 2020–2024. Earlier dollar figures are adjusted to 2024 dollars; changes marked “no clear change” are within the combined 90% margins of error.
| Metric | 2015–2019 | 2020–2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 853 | 1,467 | +72.0% |
| Median home value¹ | $82,334 | $57,700 | No clear change (-29.9%) |
How Lasara Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
- White: 1.4%
- Black: 0.0%
- Hispanic: 98.6%
- Asian: 0.0%
- Other: 0.0%
Diversity Index
A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.
State average: 67 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
- < High School: 44.7%
- HS Diploma: 14.0%
- Some College: 8.7%
- Associate's: 7.6%
- Bachelor's: 19.3%
- Graduate+: 5.5%
Lasara Rankings in Texas
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Other Cities in Willacy County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Raymondville | 10,185 | $51,442 | 31.0% | $52,200 |
| Lyford | 2,054 | $56,071 | 20.8% | $59,400 |
| Sebastian | 1,021 | $22,786 | 38.0% | $35,900 |
| Los Angeles | 553 | N/A | 9.7% | N/A |
| San Perlita | 462 | $74,688 | 19.7% | $56,600 |
| Port Mansfield | 245 | N/A | 10.9% | N/A |
| Ranchette Estates | 229 | N/A | 0.0% | N/A |
| Zapata Ranch | 190 | $111,270 | 3.2% | N/A |
| Santa Monica | 98 | $89,375 | 0.0% | N/A |
Cities Similar to Lasara
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Charlotte | 1,466 | $28,955 | $86,900 | 12.4% | 36.4% |
| Westwood Shores | 1,466 | $46,198 | $165,900 | 23.8% | 2.9% |
| Benavides | 1,470 | $45,216 | $70,600 | 10.4% | 21.9% |
| Woodsboro | 1,464 | $81,914 | $112,500 | 16.7% | 4.3% |
| Ralls | 1,463 | $57,697 | $72,200 | 9.9% | 15.7% |
Population Overview
Lasara is a small community located in Texas, within Willacy County. The total population is 1,467. It ranks as the 858th most populous out of 1,795 Census-designated places in Texas.
Age Demographics
The median age in Lasara is 40.4 years. This is 13% higher than the state median of 35.6 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 16.5%. This is 20% higher than the state poverty rate of 13.8%. The unemployment rate is 5.3%. The median home value is $57,700. Housing costs are 80% lower than the state median of $283,800. 82.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 31% higher than the state average of 62.6%.
Race & Ethnicity
Lasara has a predominantly Hispanic or Latino population, comprising 98.6% of all residents. White (non-Hispanic) residents account for 1.4%. The White (non-Hispanic) population (1.4%) is well below the state average of 39.1%. The Hispanic or Latino population is significantly higher than the state average (98.6% vs 39.7%).
Education
24.9% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 26% lower than the state rate of 33.8%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 55.3%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Lasara, Texas is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates. The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually and pools five years of responses so that even small communities can be measured, though the margin of error widens as the population falls. Comparisons are made against Texas state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 1,795 Census-designated places in Texas. Read more about how these figures are produced on our methodology page, or visit data.census.gov for official data.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Lasara, Texas?
Lasara, Texas has a population of 1,467 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Lasara, TX?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Lasara — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Lasara, TX?
The poverty rate in Lasara is 16.5%. This means approximately 242 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Lasara, Texas?
Lasara's population is 1.4% White, 0.0% Black, 98.6% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Lasara, TX?
The median home value in Lasara is $57,700.
How educated is Lasara, Texas?
24.9% of adults (25+) in Lasara hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 5.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.