Luling, Texas, is a vibrant community located in Central Texas, within Caldwell and Guadalupe Counties, and is part of the Austin-Round Rock Metropolitan Statistical Area. Strategically positioned along the Austin–San Antonio corridor, Luling offers direct access to major transportation routes, including Interstate 10, U.S. Highway 183, and State Highway 80. This prime location provides businesses and residents with convenient connectivity to major markets and urban centers.
The workforce in Luling is diverse, with significant employment in sectors such as retail, healthcare, and manufacturing. The community's strategic location and supportive business environment make it an attractive destination for industries seeking growth and development opportunities.
As of 2025 the population of Luling, TX is 5,853. The population is expected to grow to 5,997 by 2030 - a growth rate of 0.49%.
The median age of Luling, TX residents is 38.
The diversity index of Luling, TX is 83.0, meaning that there is a 83% chance that any two people selected out of 100 residents will be of different race or ethnicity from one another.
The average household income in Luling, TX is $61,588 and projected to be $64,767 in 2030. Per capita income is $22,723, projected to be $23,878 in 2030. 0.63% of households – 37 – have an income of $200,000 or higher. Average net worth is $421,248 and the average disposable income is $50,625.
There are 2,374 housing units in Luling, TX; 1,324 are owner-occupied, 825 are rented, and 225 are vacant. The average home value is $199,173, with 169 homes built in 2010 or later, and 435 built in 1939 or earlier.
There are 251 businesses in Luling, TX, employing 1,979 workers and pulling from a labor force of 2,632 age 16 and above. 1,200 workers commute into Luling, TX from outside the county or state. Key industries for the area include:
1,432 residents both live and work in/around Luling, TX. The average travel time is 0.0 minutes. 1.75% people have a commute of less than 5 minutes while 2.37% commute 90 minutes or more each way. Of commuters, 2,046 drive alone, 339 carpool, and 0 take public transportation. 100 use other modes of transport such as motorcycle, bicycle, walking, etc. 147 residents work from home.
1,509 members of the workforce hold a high school diploma or GED. 199 have associates degrees, 340 have bachelor’s degrees, and 113 hold a graduate or professional degree.
Source: ESRI, 2025-09-19
