Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 32.8 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | -0.07 |
| Below Poverty | 16.6% ▲ 66% above avg |
| College Grads | 42.6% ▲ 10% above avg |
| Unemployment | 4.7% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 3,516 (2.1%) |
| HS Graduate | 42,388 (25%) |
| Some College | 23,873 (14.1%) |
| Associates | 27,381 (16.1%) |
| Bachelors | 14,218 (8.4%) |
| Graduate Degree | 58,327 (34.4%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $67,118 ▼ 12% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $188,537 ▼ 32% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.8x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,153/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 136,548 |
| Vacant Units | 12,557 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Lubbock County is located in Texas and encompasses 32 ZIP codes spanning 7 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 314,594 residents. With a median age of 32.76, it is a relatively young county.
Lubbock County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $67,118 is near the national average. Unemployment stands at 4.7%, near the national average. The poverty rate of 16.6% is significantly above the national average, indicating economic challenges.
Housing in Lubbock County is an affordable housing market, with a median home value of $188,537 — below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $1,153.
The residents of Lubbock County are majority White (52.2%). Educational attainment is well-educated — 42.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average.
Lubbock County, TX is a solidly middle-class area in Texas. The 32 ZIP codes within the county each have their own character — browse the full list below to find the right community, whether you're looking for affordable housing, strong schools, or economic opportunity.
| ZIP | City | Population | Median Income | Median Home | Median Rent | Unemp. | College |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 79329 | Idalou | 3,549 | $74,150 | $194,500 | $682 | 3.2% | 37.3% |
| 79401 | Lubbock | 8,641 | $27,255 | $101,500 | $1,048 | 3.7% | 35.5% |
| 79403 | Lubbock | 15,941 | $45,343 | $83,100 | $946 | 8.3% | 19.4% |
| 79404 | Lubbock | 8,686 | $48,642 | $86,300 | $958 | 6.4% | 19.7% |
| 79407 | Lubbock | 22,467 | $64,778 | $200,700 | $1,131 | 3.2% | 51.9% |
| 79410 | Lubbock | 10,425 | $48,350 | $211,300 | $1,315 | 4.3% | 49.7% |
| 79411 | Lubbock | 6,380 | $44,866 | $85,000 | $942 | 7.8% | 34.9% |
| 79412 | Lubbock | 15,275 | $47,306 | $117,200 | $964 | 5.5% | 24.4% |
| 79413 | Lubbock | 23,464 | $67,062 | $195,900 | $1,325 | 4.6% | 41.4% |
| 79414 | Lubbock | 17,471 | $49,637 | $150,500 | $1,100 | 4.4% | 33.4% |
| 79415 | Lubbock | 16,765 | $37,101 | $94,000 | $956 | 7.1% | 35.1% |
| 79416 | Lubbock | 36,461 | $65,200 | $196,900 | $1,269 | 5.3% | 48.5% |
| 79423 | Lubbock | 44,357 | $82,906 | $222,500 | $1,284 | 4.0% | 45.7% |
| 79424 | Lubbock | 52,336 | $94,703 | $279,600 | $1,151 | 3.4% | 55.5% |
| 79350 | New Deal | 291 | $70,417 | $45,000 | — | 0.0% | 8.7% |
| 79366 | Ransom Canyon | 1,081 | $111,458 | $311,600 | — | 3.1% | 53.2% |
| 79363 | Shallowater | 5,831 | $93,320 | $201,200 | $1,138 | 3.6% | 43.5% |
| 79364 | Slaton | 7,135 | $55,221 | $89,200 | $1,018 | 6.2% | 29.2% |
| 79382 | Wolfforth | 10,300 | $80,625 | $245,100 | $1,349 | 5.3% | 38.4% |