Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 32.5 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | -0.35 |
| Below Poverty | 17.2% ▲ 72% above avg |
| College Grads | 43.2% ▲ 11% above avg |
| Unemployment | 4.7% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 3,265 (2.1%) |
| HS Graduate | 37,709 (24.6%) |
| Some College | 21,357 (13.9%) |
| Associates | 24,674 (16.1%) |
| Bachelors | 12,609 (8.2%) |
| Graduate Degree | 53,877 (35.1%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $66,110 ▼ 13% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $188,321 ▼ 32% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.8x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,156/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 125,544 |
| Vacant Units | 11,479 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Lubbock is a city in Texas, located in Lubbock County. The city spans 26 ZIP codes and is home to approximately 286,407 residents. It is a relatively young city, with a median age of 32.45 years.
Economically, Lubbock is a solidly middle-class community. The median household income of $66,110 is near the national average. Approximately 17.2% of residents live below the poverty line. The unemployment rate is 4.7%, near the national average.
The real estate market in Lubbock is an affordable housing market. Median home values stand at $188,321, which is below the national average. Renters typically pay around $1,155 per month.
The population of Lubbock is well-educated. 43.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher — near the national average. The community is majority White (51.35%).
Lubbock, TX offers residents a cost-conscious lifestyle within Texas. Spread across 26 ZIP codes, the city's neighborhoods vary in character, density, and demographics — explore each ZIP code below for a detailed breakdown.
| ZIP | Population | Median Income | Median Home | Median Rent | Unemp. | College | Owner Occ. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 79401 | 8,641 | $27,255 | $101,500 | $1,048 | 3.7% | 35.5% | 11.5% |
| 79403 | 15,941 | $45,343 | $83,100 | $946 | 8.3% | 19.4% | 60.9% |
| 79404 | 8,686 | $48,642 | $86,300 | $958 | 6.4% | 19.7% | 64.6% |
| 79407 | 22,467 | $64,778 | $200,700 | $1,131 | 3.2% | 51.9% | 44.7% |
| 79410 | 10,425 | $48,350 | $211,300 | $1,315 | 4.3% | 49.7% | 34.4% |
| 79411 | 6,380 | $44,866 | $85,000 | $942 | 7.8% | 34.9% | 31.3% |
| 79412 | 15,275 | $47,306 | $117,200 | $964 | 5.5% | 24.4% | 47.5% |
| 79413 | 23,464 | $67,062 | $195,900 | $1,325 | 4.6% | 41.4% | 58.0% |
| 79414 | 17,471 | $49,637 | $150,500 | $1,100 | 4.4% | 33.4% | 33.9% |
| 79415 | 16,765 | $37,101 | $94,000 | $956 | 7.1% | 35.1% | 39.1% |
| 79416 | 36,461 | $65,200 | $196,900 | $1,269 | 5.3% | 48.5% | 48.3% |
| 79423 | 44,357 | $82,906 | $222,500 | $1,284 | 4.0% | 45.7% | 70.5% |
| 79424 | 52,336 | $94,703 | $279,600 | $1,151 | 3.4% | 55.5% | 69.1% |