He was born circa 1766. His father was Juan Cristostomo Salinas, and his mother was Maria Josefa Ramos. His father owned Porción 71, Mier. In 1782, he lived in Mier in household number 31. The church census recorded that he was a youth, español, and 16 years old. His household included 7 people. In 1791, he lived in Mier in household number 40. The church census recorded that he was married, español, and 29 years old. His household included 4 people.
He married Juana Maria Longoria.
Juan Bautista Salinas, born 1787.
Maria Gertrudis Salinas, born 1789.