This document discusses a trip to Laredo, Texas. It begins by asking which direction in the USA they are traveling and specifies the South. Then it asks which southern state they are going to, and identifies Texas. It notes that Laredo is the 2nd largest city on the southern border of Texas and provides some quick facts about Laredo, including that it has a population of around 236,000 and its economy relies heavily on trade with Mexico.
8. Quick Facts About Laredo:
Population: 236,091
Economy: Trade with Mexico
Fun Fact: Laredo port of entry consists of four
international bridges
95.6% of Laredo's population was of
Hispanic, Latino, or Spanish origin (they may be
of any race)
The median income for a household in the city was
$32,019, and the median income for a family was
$32,577. The per capita income for the city was
$12,269. 29.2% of families were below the poverty
line.
As of the 2010 Laredo is the 81st most populous
city in the United States and the 10th largest in Texas