Lubbock, TX

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Lubbock Overview

258,190
TOTAL POPULATION
127,237
MALE POPULATION
130,953
FEMALE POPULATION
97.16
MALES / 100 FEMALES
102.92
FEMALES / 100 MALES
30.0
MEDIAN AGE
3.1
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.4
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$33,259
PER CAPITA INCOME
$78,682
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$58,734
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
31.2%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
68.8¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$11,194
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.49
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
135,629
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
65.8%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
4.6%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Lubbock Area Codes

Race in Lubbock

The most populous races in Lubbock are White / Caucasian (174,252 | 67.5%), Hispanic or Latino (97,078 | 37.6%), and Two or more Races (35,553 | 13.8%).
Race in Lubbock
Race# Population% Population
Asian7,2322.8%
Black / African American20,6778.0%
Hawaiian / Pacific3580.1%
Hispanic or Latino97,07837.6%
Native / Alaskan1,6320.6%
White / Caucasian174,25267.5%
Two or more Races35,55313.8%
Some other Race18,4867.2%
Total258,190100.0%

Ancestry in Lubbock

The most populous ancestries reported in Lubbock are Mexican (78,826 | 30.5%), German (21,807 | 8.5%), English (21,276 | 8.2%), Irish (16,600 | 6.4%), and American (11,851 | 4.6%), together accounting for 58.2% of all Lubbock residents.
Ancestry in Lubbock
Ancestry# Population% Population
African9060.4%
Alaska Native50.0%
Albanian110.0%
Alsatian140.0%
American11,8514.6%
Apache2140.1%
Arab1,0150.4%
Argentinean410.0%
Armenian330.0%
Australian220.0%
Austrian2140.1%
Bahamian70.0%
Barbadian90.0%
Basque80.0%
Belgian340.0%
Bhutanese3570.1%
Blackfeet2150.1%
Bolivian540.0%
Brazilian1780.1%
British1,4870.6%
Bulgarian140.0%
Burmese7900.3%
Cajun580.0%
Cambodian90.0%
Canadian3830.2%
Cape Verdean170.0%
Celtic410.0%
Central American2,5071.0%
Central American Indian1820.1%
Cherokee9740.4%
Cheyenne410.0%
Chickasaw1140.0%
Chilean720.0%
Chippewa240.0%
Choctaw3810.2%
Colombian4820.2%
Comanche2730.1%
Costa Rican340.0%
Creek540.0%
Croatian180.0%
Cuban2390.1%
Czech9180.4%
Czechoslovakian1860.1%
Danish2480.1%
Dominican490.0%
Dutch1,1610.4%
Dutch West Indian2450.1%
Eastern European2110.1%
Ecuadorian1440.1%
Egyptian1350.1%
English21,2768.2%
Ethiopian7440.3%
European4,0161.6%
Fijian340.0%
Filipino500.0%
Finnish570.0%
French2,7831.1%
French American Indian170.0%
French Canadian3500.1%
German21,8078.5%
German Russian760.0%
Ghanaian1470.1%
Greek1690.1%
Guamanian / Chamorro1100.0%
Guatemalan5170.2%
Guyanese30.0%
Haitian580.0%
Honduran4720.2%
Hungarian1480.1%
Indian (Asian)2,0260.8%
Indonesian80.0%
Iranian1380.1%
Irish16,6006.4%
Israeli590.0%
Italian3,5601.4%
Jamaican1150.0%
Japanese2440.1%
Jordanian500.0%
Kenyan1290.1%
Korean2,0390.8%
Laotian1160.0%
Latvian120.0%
Lebanese3420.1%
Lithuanian910.0%
Luxembourger200.0%
Malaysian380.0%
Menominee310.0%
Mexican78,82630.5%
Mexican American Indian1130.0%
Moroccan120.0%
Native Hawaiian2210.1%
Navajo390.0%
Nicaraguan120.0%
Nigerian5260.2%
Northern European3390.1%
Norwegian1,3310.5%
Pakistani1860.1%
Panamanian860.0%
Paraguayan270.0%
Pennsylvania German2100.1%
Peruvian5510.2%
Polish1,0900.4%
Portuguese1900.1%
Potawatomi320.0%
Puerto Rican1,2480.5%
Russian2510.1%
Salvadoran1,3860.5%
Samoan2680.1%
Scandinavian7040.3%
Scotch-Irish2,4971.0%
Scottish4,6311.8%
Seminole420.0%
Serbian110.0%
Shoshone80.0%
Sierra Leonean540.0%
Slavic100.0%
Slovak800.0%
Slovene1420.1%
Somali430.0%
South African170.0%
South American1,5110.6%
South American Indian360.0%
Spaniard1,7050.7%
Spanish2,7351.1%
Spanish American3550.1%
Spanish American Indian60.0%
Sri Lankan7300.3%
Subsaharan African3,0651.2%
Swedish1,5700.6%
Swiss4970.2%
Thai1,2800.5%
Tlingit-Haida80.0%
Tohono O'Odham60.0%
Trinidadian and Tobagonian460.0%
Turkish2090.1%
U.S. Virgin Islander160.0%
Ugandan250.0%
Ukrainian2420.1%
Venezuelan1400.1%
Vietnamese890.0%
Welsh1,9310.7%
Yaqui790.0%
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Immigrants in Lubbock

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Lubbock came from Latin America (7,957 | 3.1%), Central America (6,580 | 2.5%), Asia (5,486 | 2.1%), Mexico (5,226 | 2.0%), and Africa (2,057 | 0.8%), together accounting for 10.6% of all Lubbock residents.
Immigrants in Lubbock
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Afghanistan50.0%
Africa2,0570.8%
Argentina110.0%
Asia5,4862.1%
Australia220.0%
Bahamas70.0%
Bangladesh920.0%
Belgium70.0%
Bolivia490.0%
Brazil1390.1%
Bulgaria150.0%
Cambodia220.0%
Cameroon3970.2%
Canada5430.2%
Caribbean2570.1%
Central America6,5802.5%
Chile160.0%
China1,4760.6%
Colombia1690.1%
Cuba1200.1%
Eastern Africa6240.2%
Eastern Asia1,9260.7%
Eastern Europe1580.1%
Ecuador260.0%
Egypt1810.1%
El Salvador6210.2%
England840.0%
Ethiopia3600.1%
Europe6480.3%
Fiji90.0%
France340.0%
Germany1090.0%
Ghana490.0%
Greece30.0%
Guatemala2140.1%
Guyana30.0%
Honduras3930.2%
Hong Kong130.0%
Hungary230.0%
India8380.3%
Indonesia570.0%
Iran1980.1%
Ireland100.0%
Israel360.0%
Italy150.0%
Jamaica150.0%
Japan750.0%
Jordan630.0%
Kenya1420.1%
Korea3750.2%
Kuwait420.0%
Latin America7,9573.1%
Lebanon780.0%
Lithuania130.0%
Malaysia120.0%
Mexico5,2262.0%
Micronesia80.0%
Middle Africa4140.2%
Morocco100.0%
Nepal2030.1%
Netherlands120.0%
Nicaragua280.0%
Nigeria3680.1%
Northern Africa3670.1%
Northern Europe2610.1%
Norway210.0%
Oceania1130.0%
Pakistan860.0%
Panama980.0%
Peru3340.1%
Philippines8840.3%
Poland390.0%
Russia390.0%
Saudi Arabia450.0%
Singapore60.0%
South Africa630.0%
South America1,1200.4%
South Central Asia1,5490.6%
South Eastern Asia1,5970.6%
Southern Europe670.0%
Spain490.0%
Sri Lanka1270.1%
Sudan410.0%
Sweden620.0%
Taiwan1140.0%
Thailand1350.1%
Trinidad and Tobago1150.0%
Turkey1170.1%
Uganda250.0%
Ukraine180.0%
Venezuela3730.1%
Vietnam4730.2%
Western Africa4170.2%
Western Asia4050.2%
Western Europe1620.1%
Yemen150.0%
Zimbabwe350.0%
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Sex and Age in Lubbock

Sex and Age in Lubbock

The most populous age groups in Lubbock are 20 to 24 Years (18,566 | 14.6%) for men and 20 to 24 Years (17,531 | 13.4%) for women.
Sex and Age in Lubbock
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years8,287 (6.5%)8,306 (6.3%)
5 to 9 Years8,639 (6.8%)7,270 (5.6%)
10 to 14 Years7,824 (6.1%)8,511 (6.5%)
15 to 19 Years11,401 (9.0%)11,698 (8.9%)
20 to 24 Years18,566 (14.6%)17,531 (13.4%)
25 to 29 Years10,727 (8.4%)10,385 (7.9%)
30 to 34 Years8,824 (6.9%)8,809 (6.7%)
35 to 39 Years8,436 (6.6%)8,186 (6.2%)
40 to 44 Years7,245 (5.7%)7,141 (5.4%)
45 to 49 Years6,139 (4.8%)6,255 (4.8%)
50 to 54 Years5,652 (4.4%)6,303 (4.8%)
55 to 59 Years4,979 (3.9%)6,227 (4.8%)
60 to 64 Years6,728 (5.3%)6,347 (4.9%)
65 to 69 Years4,665 (3.7%)5,623 (4.3%)
70 to 74 Years3,880 (3.0%)4,304 (3.3%)
75 to 79 Years2,309 (1.8%)3,262 (2.5%)
80 to 84 Years1,512 (1.2%)2,219 (1.7%)
85 Years and over1,424 (1.1%)2,576 (2.0%)
Total127,237 (100.0%)130,953 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Lubbock

Median Family Size in Lubbock

The median family size in Lubbock is 3.09 persons per family, with married-couple families (40,123 | 68.9%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.16 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (4,490 | 7.7%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.51 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Lubbock
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple40,123 (68.9%)3.16
Single Male/Father4,490 (7.7%)2.51
Single Female/Mother13,636 (23.4%)3.08
Total Families58,249 (100.0%)3.09

Median Household Size in Lubbock

The median household size in Lubbock is 2.39 persons per household, with single female/mother households (13,636 | 13.3%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.27 persons per household. non-family households (44,645 | 43.4%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.38 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Lubbock
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple40,123 (39.0%)3.18
Single Male/Father4,490 (4.4%)2.82
Single Female/Mother13,636 (13.3%)3.27
Non-family44,645 (43.4%)1.38
Total Households102,894 (100.0%)2.39

Household Size by Marriage Status in Lubbock

Out of a total of 102,894 households in Lubbock, 58,249 (56.6%) are family households, while 44,645 (43.4%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 25,450, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 32,102.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Lubbock
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-32,102 (31.2%)
2-Person Households25,450 (24.7%)8,617 (8.4%)
3-Person Households13,411 (13.0%)2,562 (2.5%)
4-Person Households11,135 (10.8%)1,300 (1.3%)
5-Person Households5,451 (5.3%)64 (0.1%)
6-Person Households1,897 (1.8%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households905 (0.9%)0 (0.0%)
Total58,249 (56.6%)44,645 (43.4%)

Female Fertility in Lubbock

Fertility by Age in Lubbock

Average fertility rate in Lubbock is 56.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 88.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 80.2% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Lubbock
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years166 (4.1%)14.0
20 to 34 years3,223 (80.2%)88.0
35 to 50 years631 (15.7%)28.0
Total4,020 (100.0%)56.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Lubbock

58.3% of women with births (4,020) in Lubbock are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 15 to 19 years age bracket with 51.8% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 35 to 50 years age bracket with 33.0% of them unmarried.
Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Lubbock
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years80 (48.2%)86 (51.8%)
20 to 34 years1,840 (57.1%)1,383 (42.9%)
35 to 50 years423 (67.0%)208 (33.0%)
Total2,344 (58.3%)1,676 (41.7%)

Fertility by Education in Lubbock

Average fertility rate in Lubbock is 56.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of graduate degree have the highest fertility rate of 71.0 births per 1,000 women, while women with the education attainment of college or associate's degree have the lowest fertility at 48.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of college or associate's degree represent 30.9% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Lubbock
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School511 (12.7%)57.0
High School Diploma1,120 (27.9%)68.0
College or Associate's Degree1,243 (30.9%)48.0
Bachelor's Degree691 (17.2%)51.0
Graduate Degree455 (11.3%)71.0
Total4,020 (100.0%)56.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Lubbock

41.7% of women with births in Lubbock are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of graduate degree are most likely to be married with 95.0% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of less than high school are least likely to be married with 69.3% of them unmarried at childbirth.
Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Lubbock
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School157 (30.7%)354 (69.3%)
High School Diploma502 (44.8%)618 (55.2%)
College or Associate's Degree684 (55.0%)559 (45.0%)
Bachelor's Degree569 (82.3%)122 (17.7%)
Graduate Degree432 (95.0%)23 (5.1%)
Total2,344 (58.3%)1,676 (41.7%)

Income in Lubbock

Income Overview in Lubbock

Per Capita Income in Lubbock is $33,259, while median incomes of families and households are $78,682 and $58,734 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income258,190$33,259
Median Family Income58,249$78,682
Mean Family Income58,249$103,650
Median Household Income102,894$58,734
Mean Household Income102,894$82,415
Income Deficit58,249$11,194
Wage / Income Gap (%)258,19031.18%
Wage / Income Gap ($)258,19068.82¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index258,1900.49

Earnings by Sex in Lubbock

Average Earnings in Lubbock are $32,858, $38,999 for men and $26,841 for women, a difference of 31.2%.
Earnings by Sex in Lubbock
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male75,945 (52.3%)$38,999
Female69,262 (47.7%)$26,841
Total145,207 (100.0%)$32,858

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Lubbock

The most common earnings brackets in Lubbock are $100,000+ for men (10,566 | 13.9%) and $25,000 to $29,999 for women (5,137 | 7.4%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Lubbock
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less4,209 (5.5%)4,457 (6.4%)
$2,500 to $4,9993,117 (4.1%)3,842 (5.6%)
$5,000 to $7,4993,025 (4.0%)4,302 (6.2%)
$7,500 to $9,9992,005 (2.6%)2,553 (3.7%)
$10,000 to $12,4992,691 (3.5%)3,299 (4.8%)
$12,500 to $14,9992,173 (2.9%)3,149 (4.5%)
$15,000 to $17,4992,215 (2.9%)2,905 (4.2%)
$17,500 to $19,9991,757 (2.3%)2,620 (3.8%)
$20,000 to $22,4992,108 (2.8%)2,473 (3.6%)
$22,500 to $24,9992,304 (3.0%)3,243 (4.7%)
$25,000 to $29,9994,243 (5.6%)5,137 (7.4%)
$30,000 to $34,9994,685 (6.2%)4,395 (6.4%)
$35,000 to $39,9994,283 (5.6%)3,135 (4.5%)
$40,000 to $44,9993,707 (4.9%)3,365 (4.9%)
$45,000 to $49,9993,434 (4.5%)3,309 (4.8%)
$50,000 to $54,9992,561 (3.4%)2,310 (3.3%)
$55,000 to $64,9996,111 (8.1%)5,015 (7.2%)
$65,000 to $74,9993,560 (4.7%)2,808 (4.1%)
$75,000 to $99,9997,191 (9.5%)3,785 (5.5%)
$100,000+10,566 (13.9%)3,160 (4.6%)
Total75,945 (100.0%)69,262 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Lubbock

Average earnings in Lubbock are $51,809 for men and $35,539 for women, a difference of 31.4%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $84,546, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $34,972. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $61,507, while those with less than high school education have the smallest earnings of $17,026.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Lubbock
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School$34,972$17,026
High School Diploma$39,500$28,114
College or Associate's Degree$46,691$32,663
Bachelor's Degree$71,090$49,935
Graduate Degree$84,546$61,507
Total$51,809$35,539

Family Income in Lubbock

Family Income Brackets in Lubbock

According to the Lubbock family income data, there are 11,009 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 18.9% of all families. Conversely, the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 1,631 families (2.8%) belonging to this category.
Family Income Brackets in Lubbock
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,0002,6214.5%
$10,000 to $14,9991,6312.8%
$15,000 to $24,9993,6706.3%
$25,000 to $34,9994,6027.9%
$35,000 to $49,9995,5349.5%
$50,000 to $74,9999,72816.7%
$75,000 to $99,9998,91215.3%
$100,000 to $149,99911,00918.9%
$150,000 to $199,9995,0688.7%
$200,000+5,5349.5%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Lubbock

4-person families (10,371 | 17.8%) account for the highest median family income in Lubbock with $99,388 per family, while 2-person families (27,471 | 47.2%) have the highest median income of $35,478 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Lubbock
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families27,471 (47.2%)$70,956
3-Person Families13,073 (22.4%)$75,821
4-Person Families10,371 (17.8%)$99,388
5-Person Families4,729 (8.1%)$91,201
6-Person Families1,810 (3.1%)$76,875
7+ Person Families795 (1.4%)$77,853
Total58,249 (100.0%)$78,682

Family Income by Number of Earners in Lubbock

The median family income in Lubbock is $78,682, with families comprising 3+ earners (5,753) having the highest median family income of $113,827, while families with no earners (7,470) have the lowest median family income of $37,928, accounting for 9.9% and 12.8% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in Lubbock
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners7,470 (12.8%)$37,928
1 Earner18,891 (32.4%)$51,956
2 Earners26,135 (44.9%)$99,411
3+ Earners5,753 (9.9%)$113,827
Total58,249 (100.0%)$78,682

Household Income in Lubbock

Household Income Brackets in Lubbock

With 17,389 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Lubbock, accounting for 16.9% of all households. In contrast, only 5,350 households (5.2%) fall into the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Lubbock
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,0008,1297.9%
$10,000 to $14,9995,3505.2%
$15,000 to $24,9999,3639.1%
$25,000 to $34,9999,2609.0%
$35,000 to $49,99912,55312.2%
$50,000 to $74,99917,38916.9%
$75,000 to $99,99913,58213.2%
$100,000 to $149,99914,71414.3%
$150,000 to $199,9995,9685.8%
$200,000+6,6886.5%

Household Income by Householder Age in Lubbock

The median household income in Lubbock is $58,734, with the highest median household income of $77,476 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 28,186 households (27.4%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $26,024, with 15,340 households (14.9%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Lubbock
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years15,340 (14.9%)$26,024
25 to 44 Years38,395 (37.3%)$67,145
45 to 64 Years28,186 (27.4%)$77,476
65+ Years20,973 (20.4%)$54,616
Total102,894 (100.0%)$58,734

Poverty in Lubbock

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Lubbock

With 18.3% poverty level for males and 20.2% for females among the residents of Lubbock, 18 to 24 year old males and 18 to 24 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 9,120 males (43.6%) and 9,054 females (45.6%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Lubbock
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years2,218 (27.2%)1,661 (20.1%)
5 Years312 (18.0%)242 (15.5%)
6 to 11 Years2,115 (21.3%)1,594 (18.1%)
12 to 14 Years828 (17.4%)972 (18.4%)
15 Years303 (20.1%)255 (15.2%)
16 and 17 Years468 (14.2%)735 (22.0%)
18 to 24 Years9,120 (43.6%)9,054 (45.6%)
25 to 34 Years2,118 (11.2%)3,651 (19.2%)
35 to 44 Years1,397 (9.1%)2,058 (13.5%)
45 to 54 Years1,193 (10.3%)1,784 (14.3%)
55 to 64 Years988 (8.6%)1,374 (11.0%)
65 to 74 Years800 (9.6%)1,173 (12.0%)
75 Years and over394 (7.8%)741 (9.6%)
Total22,254 (18.3%)25,294 (20.2%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Lubbock

According to the poverty statistics in Lubbock, males aged 75 years and over and females aged 75 years and over are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 92.2% of males and 90.4% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Lubbock
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years5,941 (72.8%)6,587 (79.9%)
5 Years1,422 (82.0%)1,316 (84.5%)
6 to 11 Years7,821 (78.7%)7,231 (81.9%)
12 to 14 Years3,926 (82.6%)4,308 (81.6%)
15 Years1,204 (79.9%)1,419 (84.8%)
16 and 17 Years2,819 (85.8%)2,609 (78.0%)
18 to 24 Years11,807 (56.4%)10,821 (54.4%)
25 to 34 Years16,882 (88.8%)15,398 (80.8%)
35 to 44 Years14,026 (90.9%)13,148 (86.5%)
45 to 54 Years10,428 (89.7%)10,705 (85.7%)
55 to 64 Years10,528 (91.4%)11,116 (89.0%)
65 to 74 Years7,544 (90.4%)8,612 (88.0%)
75 Years and over4,683 (92.2%)6,965 (90.4%)
Total99,031 (81.7%)100,235 (79.8%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Lubbock

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Lubbock show that 5.4% or 2,171 of the total 40,123 families live below the poverty line. Families with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate of 23.7%, comprising of 95 families. On the other hand, families with 1 or 2 children have the lowest poverty rate of 4.9%, which includes 666 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Lubbock
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children21,108 (94.5%)1,224 (5.5%)
1 or 2 Children13,077 (95.2%)666 (4.9%)
3 or 4 Children3,462 (94.9%)186 (5.1%)
5 or more Children305 (76.2%)95 (23.7%)
Total37,952 (94.6%)2,171 (5.4%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Lubbock

According to the poverty data in Lubbock, 17.8% or 800 single-father households and 32.4% or 4,418 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 8 households (22.9%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 163 households (75.5%) falling below the poverty line.
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Lubbock
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children358 (15.9%)490 (11.5%)
1 or 2 Children395 (19.6%)2,730 (37.6%)
3 or 4 Children39 (20.2%)1,035 (55.2%)
5 or more Children8 (22.9%)163 (75.5%)
Total800 (17.8%)4,418 (32.4%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Lubbock

The poverty data for Lubbock shows that 2,171 of the married-couple family households (5.4%) and 5,218 of the single-parent households (28.8%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 95 households (23.7%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 171 household (68.1%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Lubbock
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children1,224 (5.5%)848 (13.0%)
1 or 2 Children666 (4.9%)3,125 (33.7%)
3 or 4 Children186 (5.1%)1,074 (51.9%)
5 or more Children95 (23.7%)171 (68.1%)
Total2,171 (5.4%)5,218 (28.8%)

Employment Characteristics in Lubbock

Employment by Class of Employer in Lubbock

Among the 127,119 employed individuals in Lubbock, private company employees (83,739 | 65.9%), state government employees (11,665 | 9.2%), and not-for-profit organizations (9,673 | 7.6%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Lubbock
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees83,73965.9%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)3,2082.5%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)7,5495.9%
Not-for-profit Organizations9,6737.6%
Local Government Employees8,8447.0%
State Government Employees11,6659.2%
Federal Government Employees2,2401.8%
Unpaid Family Workers2010.2%
Total127,119100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Lubbock

According to the labor force statistics for Lubbock, out of the total population over 16 years of age (206,123), 65.8% or 135,629 individuals are in the labor force, with 4.6% or 6,239 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 30 to 34 years, with 85.4% or 15,059 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 12.6% or 946 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Lubbock
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years7,510 (37.8%)946 (12.6%)
20 to 24 Years25,412 (70.4%)1,703 (6.7%)
25 to 29 Years17,650 (83.6%)653 (3.7%)
30 to 34 Years15,059 (85.4%)632 (4.2%)
35 to 44 Years26,388 (85.1%)844 (3.2%)
45 to 54 Years19,455 (79.9%)720 (3.7%)
55 to 59 Years8,483 (75.7%)136 (1.6%)
60 to 64 Years8,342 (63.8%)259 (3.1%)
65 to 74 Years5,966 (32.3%)286 (4.8%)
75 Years and over1,450 (10.9%)36 (2.5%)
Total135,629 (65.8%)6,239 (4.6%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Lubbock

According to labor force statistics for Lubbock, 80.6% of individuals (95,417) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (118,383) are in the labor force, with 3.4% or 3,244 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree or higher, with 86.0% or 34,850 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with high school diploma education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 4.7% or 1,060 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Lubbock
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School6,769 (58.6%)427 (3.7%)
High School Diploma22,561 (77.6%)1,366 (4.7%)
College / Associate Degree31,166 (83.7%)1,676 (4.5%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher34,850 (86.0%)608 (1.5%)
Total95,417 (80.6%)4,025 (3.4%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Lubbock

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Lubbock are Community & Social Service (18,070 | 14.0%), Management (13,015 | 10.1%), Education Instruction & Library (12,206 | 9.5%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (9,290 | 7.2%), and Health Technologists (5,751 | 4.4%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Lubbock

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Lubbock, the most male-oriented occupations are Architecture & Engineering (90.0%), Computers, Engineering & Science (79.6%), and Computers & Mathematics (78.9%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Health Diagnosing & Treating (68.4%), Health Technologists (68.4%), and Education, Arts & Media (65.2%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Lubbock
OccupationMaleFemale
Management7,673 (59.0%)5,342 (41.0%)
Business & Financial2,666 (47.0%)3,010 (53.0%)
Computers, Engineering & Science4,302 (79.6%)1,100 (20.4%)
Computers & Mathematics2,108 (78.9%)565 (21.1%)
Architecture & Engineering1,608 (90.0%)178 (10.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science586 (62.1%)357 (37.9%)
Community & Social Service 7,246 (40.1%)10,824 (59.9%)
Education, Arts & Media981 (34.8%)1,835 (65.2%)
Legal Services & Support607 (55.2%)493 (44.8%)
Education Instruction & Library4,757 (39.0%)7,449 (61.0%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment901 (46.3%)1,047 (53.7%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating2,931 (31.6%)6,359 (68.4%)
Health Technologists1,818 (31.6%)3,933 (68.4%)
Total (Category)24,818 (48.2%)26,635 (51.8%)
Total (Overall)67,714 (52.4%)61,497 (47.6%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Lubbock are Food Preparation & Serving (8,918 | 6.9%), Cleaning & Maintenance (4,324 | 3.4%), Healthcare Support (4,147 | 3.2%), Personal Care & Service (3,041 | 2.4%), and Security & Protection (2,929 | 2.3%).
Services Occupations in Lubbock

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Lubbock, the most male-oriented occupations are Law Enforcement (80.1%), Security & Protection (74.4%), and Firefighting & Prevention (67.6%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Personal Care & Service (78.0%), Healthcare Support (77.5%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (52.8%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Lubbock
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support933 (22.5%)3,214 (77.5%)
Security & Protection2,180 (74.4%)749 (25.6%)
Firefighting & Prevention900 (67.6%)432 (32.4%)
Law Enforcement1,280 (80.1%)317 (19.9%)
Food Preparation & Serving4,297 (48.2%)4,621 (51.8%)
Cleaning & Maintenance2,042 (47.2%)2,282 (52.8%)
Personal Care & Service669 (22.0%)2,372 (78.0%)
Total (Category)10,121 (43.3%)13,238 (56.7%)
Total (Overall)67,714 (52.4%)61,497 (47.6%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Lubbock are Office & Administration (15,066 | 11.7%), and Sales & Related (14,160 | 11.0%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Lubbock

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Lubbock
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related7,155 (50.5%)7,005 (49.5%)
Office & Administration4,273 (28.4%)10,793 (71.6%)
Total (Category)11,428 (39.1%)17,798 (60.9%)
Total (Overall)67,714 (52.4%)61,497 (47.6%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Lubbock are Construction & Extraction (6,618 | 5.1%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (3,740 | 2.9%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (155 | 0.1%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Lubbock

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Lubbock
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry147 (94.8%)8 (5.2%)
Construction & Extraction6,347 (95.9%)271 (4.1%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair3,565 (95.3%)175 (4.7%)
Total (Category)10,059 (95.7%)454 (4.3%)
Total (Overall)67,714 (52.4%)61,497 (47.6%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Lubbock are Production (5,551 | 4.3%), Material Moving (4,619 | 3.6%), and Transportation (4,490 | 3.5%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Lubbock

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Lubbock
OccupationMaleFemale
Production4,433 (79.9%)1,118 (20.1%)
Transportation3,791 (84.4%)699 (15.6%)
Material Moving3,064 (66.3%)1,555 (33.7%)
Total (Category)11,288 (77.0%)3,372 (23.0%)
Total (Overall)67,714 (52.4%)61,497 (47.6%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Lubbock

Employment Industries in Lubbock

The major employment industries in Lubbock include Educational Services (19,087 | 14.8%), Health Care & Social Assistance (18,586 | 14.4%), Retail Trade (15,553 | 12.0%), Accommodation & Food Services (13,162 | 10.2%), and Construction (8,608 | 6.7%).
Employment Industries in Lubbock

Employment Industries by Sex in Lubbock

The Lubbock industries that see more men than women are Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (92.2%), Construction (88.8%), and Utilities (88.5%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Health Care & Social Assistance (73.6%), Enterprise Management (61.5%), and Educational Services (60.5%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Lubbock
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting785 (88.2%)105 (11.8%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction1,488 (92.2%)125 (7.7%)
Construction7,644 (88.8%)964 (11.2%)
Manufacturing5,224 (77.7%)1,498 (22.3%)
Wholesale Trade2,911 (78.1%)814 (21.8%)
Retail Trade7,844 (50.4%)7,709 (49.6%)
Transportation & Warehousing3,612 (72.4%)1,380 (27.6%)
Utilities756 (88.5%)98 (11.5%)
Information1,386 (59.8%)932 (40.2%)
Finance & Insurance2,355 (41.2%)3,363 (58.8%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing1,090 (42.2%)1,494 (57.8%)
Professional & Scientific4,042 (60.7%)2,621 (39.3%)
Enterprise Management65 (38.5%)104 (61.5%)
Administrative & Support2,300 (53.6%)1,994 (46.4%)
Educational Services7,535 (39.5%)11,552 (60.5%)
Health Care & Social Assistance4,904 (26.4%)13,682 (73.6%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation841 (57.5%)621 (42.5%)
Accommodation & Food Services6,054 (46.0%)7,108 (54.0%)
Public Administration3,395 (64.3%)1,884 (35.7%)
Total67,714 (52.4%)61,497 (47.6%)

Education in Lubbock

School Enrollment in Lubbock

The most common levels of schooling among the 84,970 students in Lubbock are college / undergraduate (32,360 | 38.1%), high school (13,231 | 15.6%), and middle school (12,643 | 14.9%).
School Enrollment in Lubbock
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool3,6204.3%
Kindergarten3,4334.0%
Elementary School12,47114.7%
Middle School12,64314.9%
High School13,23115.6%
College / Undergraduate32,36038.1%
Graduate / Professional7,2128.5%
Total84,970100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Lubbock

Out of a total of 84,970 students who are enrolled in schools in Lubbock, 9,687 (11.4%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 75,283 (88.6%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 3 to 4 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 1,159 (40.4% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 25 to 34 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 5,899 (92.7% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Lubbock
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds1,712 (59.6%)1,159 (40.4%)
5 to 9 Year Old13,386 (89.2%)1,617 (10.8%)
10 to 14 Year Olds14,556 (91.5%)1,352 (8.5%)
15 to 17 Year Olds8,729 (89.7%)998 (10.3%)
18 to 19 Year Olds9,628 (90.2%)1,040 (9.8%)
20 to 24 Year Olds19,129 (89.4%)2,262 (10.6%)
25 to 34 Year Olds5,899 (92.7%)466 (7.3%)
35 Years and over2,225 (73.3%)812 (26.7%)
Total75,283 (88.6%)9,687 (11.4%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Lubbock

Business (10,158 | 18.3%), education (7,906 | 14.2%), science & technology (5,980 | 10.8%), bio, nature & agricultural (5,542 | 10.0%), and arts & humanities (4,784 | 8.6%) are the most common fields of study among 55,476 individuals in Lubbock who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Lubbock
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics1,4892.7%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural5,54210.0%
Physical & Health Sciences1,8643.4%
Psychology1,9263.5%
Social Sciences2,8495.1%
Engineering2,6704.8%
Multidisciplinary Studies4810.9%
Science & Technology5,98010.8%
Business10,15818.3%
Education7,90614.2%
Literature & Languages2,1393.9%
Liberal Arts & History3,0185.4%
Visual & Performing Arts2,0813.7%
Communications2,5894.7%
Arts & Humanities4,7848.6%
Total55,476100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Lubbock

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Lubbock

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Lubbock are males with 2 vehicles (28,996, accounting for 43.8%) and females with 2 vehicles (25,383, making up 49.2%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Lubbock
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle2,446 (3.7%)1,848 (3.1%)
1 Vehicle15,081 (22.8%)16,420 (27.9%)
2 Vehicles28,996 (43.8%)25,383 (43.1%)
3 Vehicles13,559 (20.5%)10,931 (18.6%)
4 Vehicles4,892 (7.4%)3,219 (5.5%)
5 or more Vehicles1,188 (1.8%)1,069 (1.8%)
Total66,162 (100.0%)58,870 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Lubbock

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Lubbock are 15 to 19 minutes (34,779 commuters, 29.1%), 10 to 14 minutes (34,235 commuters, 28.6%), and 5 to 9 minutes (22,667 commuters, 18.9%).
Commute Time in Lubbock
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes4,1873.5%
5 to 9 Minutes22,66718.9%
10 to 14 Minutes34,23528.6%
15 to 19 Minutes34,77929.1%
20 to 24 Minutes10,8779.1%
25 to 29 Minutes2,1091.8%
30 to 34 Minutes4,2373.5%
35 to 39 Minutes4610.4%
40 to 44 Minutes4550.4%
45 to 59 Minutes1,7211.4%
60 to 89 Minutes2,1501.8%
90 or more Minutes1,7791.5%

Commute Time by Sex in Lubbock

The most common commute times in Lubbock are 15 to 19 minutes (18,204 commuters, 29.0%) for males and 10 to 14 minutes (16,690 commuters, 29.3%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Lubbock
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes1,766 (2.8%)2,421 (4.3%)
5 to 9 Minutes11,497 (18.3%)11,170 (19.6%)
10 to 14 Minutes17,545 (28.0%)16,690 (29.3%)
15 to 19 Minutes18,204 (29.0%)16,575 (29.1%)
20 to 24 Minutes5,823 (9.3%)5,054 (8.9%)
25 to 29 Minutes1,092 (1.7%)1,017 (1.8%)
30 to 34 Minutes2,493 (4.0%)1,744 (3.1%)
35 to 39 Minutes267 (0.4%)194 (0.3%)
40 to 44 Minutes289 (0.5%)166 (0.3%)
45 to 59 Minutes1,032 (1.6%)689 (1.2%)
60 to 89 Minutes1,414 (2.2%)736 (1.3%)
90 or more Minutes1,322 (2.1%)457 (0.8%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Lubbock

The most frequent times of departure to work in Lubbock are 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (12,206, 19.5%) for males and 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (12,293, 21.6%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Lubbock
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM2,159 (3.4%)1,282 (2.2%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM1,657 (2.6%)846 (1.5%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM2,251 (3.6%)1,562 (2.7%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM3,435 (5.5%)2,565 (4.5%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM4,396 (7.0%)3,879 (6.8%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM9,124 (14.5%)7,351 (12.9%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM12,206 (19.5%)12,293 (21.6%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM7,294 (11.6%)7,017 (12.3%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM3,687 (5.9%)3,582 (6.3%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM3,946 (6.3%)5,026 (8.8%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM1,578 (2.5%)1,843 (3.2%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM509 (0.8%)521 (0.9%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM4,716 (7.5%)4,745 (8.3%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM5,786 (9.2%)4,401 (7.7%)
Total62,744 (100.0%)56,913 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Lubbock

Occupancy by Ownership in Lubbock

Of the total 102,894 dwellings in Lubbock, owner-occupied units account for 52,449 (51.0%), while renter-occupied units make up 50,445 (49.0%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Lubbock
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units52,44951.0%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units50,44549.0%
Total Occupied Housing Units102,894100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Lubbock

Occupancy by Household Size in Lubbock
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household32,10231.2%
2-Person Household34,06733.1%
3-Person Household15,97315.5%
4+ Person Household20,75220.2%
Total Housing Units102,894100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Lubbock

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Lubbock
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household12,785 (39.8%)19,317 (60.2%)
2-Person Household19,356 (56.8%)14,711 (43.2%)
3-Person Household8,727 (54.6%)7,246 (45.4%)
4+ Person Household11,581 (55.8%)9,171 (44.2%)
Total Housing Units52,449 (51.0%)50,445 (49.0%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Lubbock

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Lubbock
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School4,261 (44.4%)5,334 (55.6%)
High School Diploma10,714 (47.2%)11,996 (52.8%)
College/Associate Degree15,372 (44.6%)19,121 (55.4%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher22,102 (61.2%)13,994 (38.8%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Lubbock

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Lubbock
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years35,91134.9%
35 to 44 Years17,82417.3%
45 to 54 Years13,63913.3%
55 to 64 Years14,54714.1%
65 to 74 Years12,11711.8%
75 to 84 Years6,1866.0%
85 Years and Over2,6702.6%
Total102,894100.0%

Housing Finances in Lubbock

Median Income by Occupancy in Lubbock

Median Income by Occupancy in Lubbock
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied52,449 (51.0%)$88,412
Renter-Occupied50,445 (49.0%)$38,915
Average102,894 (100.0%)$58,734

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Lubbock

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Lubbock
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,0001,009 (1.9%)3,671 (7.3%)
$5,000 to $9,999736 (1.4%)2,710 (5.4%)
$10,000 to $14,9991,325 (2.5%)4,027 (8.0%)
$15,000 to $19,9991,273 (2.4%)3,606 (7.1%)
$20,000 to $24,9991,093 (2.1%)3,365 (6.7%)
$25,000 to $34,9993,366 (6.4%)5,877 (11.7%)
$35,000 to $49,9995,002 (9.5%)7,538 (14.9%)
$50,000 to $74,9997,903 (15.1%)9,449 (18.7%)
$75,000 to $99,9998,482 (16.2%)5,078 (10.1%)
$100,000 to $149,99911,078 (21.1%)3,657 (7.2%)
$150,000 or more11,182 (21.3%)1,467 (2.9%)
Total52,449 (100.0%)50,445 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Lubbock

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Lubbock
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $3002,497 (4.8%)502 (1.0%)
$300 to $4995,332 (10.2%)1,096 (2.2%)
$500 to $7998,883 (16.9%)8,207 (16.3%)
$800 to $9994,453 (8.5%)10,335 (20.5%)
$1,000 to $1,49911,904 (22.7%)19,011 (37.7%)
$1,500 to $1,9999,190 (17.5%)7,298 (14.5%)
$2,000 to $2,4994,721 (9.0%)1,460 (2.9%)
$2,500 to $2,9992,567 (4.9%)646 (1.3%)
$3,000 or more2,902 (5.5%)435 (0.9%)
Total52,449 (100.0%)50,445 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Lubbock

Housing Structures in Lubbock

Housing Structures in Lubbock
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached68,44666.5%
Single Unit, Attached3,2223.1%
2 Unit Apartments3,2353.1%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments5,0024.9%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments5,1145.0%
10 or more Apartments15,98415.5%
Mobile Home / Other1,8911.8%
Total102,894100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Lubbock

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Lubbock
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached49,677 (72.6%)18,769 (27.4%)
Single Unit, Attached1,060 (32.9%)2,162 (67.1%)
2 Unit Apartments299 (9.2%)2,936 (90.8%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments13 (0.3%)4,989 (99.7%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments97 (1.9%)5,017 (98.1%)
10 or more Apartments50 (0.3%)15,934 (99.7%)
Mobile Home / Other1,253 (66.3%)638 (33.7%)
Total52,449 (51.0%)50,445 (49.0%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Lubbock

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Lubbock
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room86 (0.2%)1,603 (3.2%)
2 or 3 Rooms963 (1.8%)13,698 (27.2%)
4 or 5 Rooms17,894 (34.1%)24,234 (48.0%)
6 or 7 Rooms21,981 (41.9%)9,143 (18.1%)
8 or more Rooms11,525 (22.0%)1,767 (3.5%)
Total52,449 (100.0%)50,445 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Lubbock

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Lubbock
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas32,326 (61.6%)13,765 (27.3%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas538 (1.0%)658 (1.3%)
Electricity19,204 (36.6%)35,543 (70.5%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene82 (0.2%)26 (0.1%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)16 (0.0%)
All other Fuels186 (0.4%)94 (0.2%)
No Fuel Used113 (0.2%)343 (0.7%)
Total52,449 (100.0%)50,445 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Lubbock

Household Vehicle Usage in Lubbock
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle1,118 (2.1%)5,253 (10.4%)
1 Vehicle14,186 (27.1%)23,978 (47.5%)
2 Vehicles24,198 (46.1%)15,551 (30.8%)
3 or more Vehicles12,947 (24.7%)5,663 (11.2%)
Total52,449 (100.0%)50,445 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Lubbock

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Lubbock

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units22,56529,884
Median Property Value$159,300$198,700
Median Household Income$65,921$7,901
Monthly Housing Costs$642$2,832
Real Estate Taxes$2,295$831

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Lubbock

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Lubbock
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,0002,480 (11.0%)605 (2.0%)
$50,000 to $99,9994,470 (19.8%)1,981 (6.6%)
$100,000 to $299,99912,267 (54.4%)20,659 (69.1%)
$300,000 to $499,9992,275 (10.1%)4,812 (16.1%)
$500,000 to $749,999591 (2.6%)1,007 (3.4%)
$750,000 to $999,999258 (1.1%)521 (1.7%)
$1,000,000 or more224 (1.0%)299 (1.0%)
Total22,565 (100.0%)29,884 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Lubbock

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Lubbock
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,0001,085 (4.8%)133 (0.4%)
$10,000 to $24,9992,373 (10.5%)660 (2.2%)
$25,000 to $34,9992,273 (10.1%)1,318 (4.4%)
$35,000 to $49,9992,714 (12.0%)1,093 (3.7%)
$50,000 to $74,9993,844 (17.0%)2,288 (7.7%)
$75,000 to $99,9993,347 (14.8%)4,059 (13.6%)
$100,000 to $149,9993,648 (16.2%)5,135 (17.2%)
$150,000 or more3,281 (14.5%)7,430 (24.9%)
Total22,565 (100.0%)29,884 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Lubbock

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Lubbock
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x9,887 (43.8%)102,133 (341.8%)
2.0x to 2.9x4,368 (19.4%)14,345 (48.0%)
3.0x to 3.9x2,706 (12.0%)7,677 (25.7%)
4.0x or more5,304 (23.5%)3,049 (10.2%)
Total22,565 (100.0%)29,884 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Lubbock

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Lubbock
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $8004,409 (19.5%)280 (0.9%)
$800 to $1,4993,492 (15.5%)1,416 (4.7%)
$800 to $1,49913,632 (60.4%)2,117 (7.1%)
Total22,565 (100.0%)29,884 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Lubbock

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Lubbock

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Lubbock
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years18,599 (93.5%)1,286 (6.5%)
6 to 18 Years40,729 (91.1%)3,975 (8.9%)
19 to 25 Years38,380 (83.2%)7,780 (16.9%)
26 to 34 Years26,298 (75.8%)8,408 (24.2%)
35 to 44 Years24,568 (80.5%)5,945 (19.5%)
45 to 54 Years20,683 (85.8%)3,427 (14.2%)
55 to 64 Years21,119 (88.0%)2,887 (12.0%)
65 to 74 Years17,928 (98.9%)201 (1.1%)
75 Years and older12,733 (99.6%)50 (0.4%)
Total221,037 (86.7%)33,959 (13.3%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Lubbock

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Lubbock
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born18,599 (93.5%)1,286 (6.5%)
Foreign Born, Citizen40,729 (91.1%)3,975 (8.9%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen38,380 (83.2%)7,780 (16.9%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Lubbock

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Lubbock
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,00034,118 (81.8%)7,600 (18.2%)
$25,000 to $49,99935,603 (81.7%)7,991 (18.3%)
$50,000 to $74,99935,912 (81.9%)7,961 (18.1%)
$75,000 to $99,99933,185 (88.3%)4,414 (11.7%)
$100,000 and over74,246 (93.6%)5,104 (6.4%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Lubbock

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Lubbock
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 69,473 (47.6%)10,438 (52.5%)
6 to 18 Years15,032 (33.6%)27,721 (62.0%)
19 to 25 Years3,619 (7.8%)35,808 (77.6%)
25 to 34 Years3,930 (11.3%)23,495 (67.7%)
35 to 44 Years2,837 (9.3%)22,714 (74.4%)
45 to 54 Years3,576 (14.8%)18,028 (74.8%)
55 to 64 Years4,472 (18.6%)18,308 (76.3%)
65 to 74 Years17,239 (95.1%)10,036 (55.4%)
75 Years and over12,602 (98.6%)7,449 (58.3%)
Total72,780 (28.5%)173,997 (68.2%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Lubbock

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Lubbock
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years33 (0.4%)46 (0.5%)
5 to 17 Years1,408 (6.6%)1,145 (5.5%)
18 to 34 Years3,323 (7.6%)2,721 (6.3%)
35 to 64 Years5,085 (13.2%)6,590 (16.4%)
65 to 74 Years2,748 (32.9%)2,722 (27.8%)
75 Years and over2,562 (50.5%)4,337 (56.3%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Lubbock

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Lubbock: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years11 (0.1%)23 (0.3%)
5 to 17 Years71 (0.3%)51 (0.2%)
18 to 34 Years386 (0.9%)434 (1.0%)
35 to 64 Years1,670 (4.3%)1,071 (2.7%)
65 to 74 Years1,411 (16.9%)729 (7.4%)
75 Years and over1,709 (33.7%)1,567 (20.3%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Lubbock: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years22 (0.3%)23 (0.3%)
5 to 17 Years149 (0.7%)234 (1.1%)
18 to 34 Years764 (1.8%)495 (1.1%)
35 to 64 Years1,270 (3.3%)1,067 (2.7%)
65 to 74 Years421 (5.1%)539 (5.5%)
75 Years and over583 (11.5%)1,022 (13.3%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Lubbock: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years1,239 (5.8%)723 (3.5%)
18 to 34 Years2,288 (5.2%)1,645 (3.8%)
35 to 64 Years1,817 (4.7%)2,843 (7.1%)
65 to 74 Years440 (5.3%)459 (4.7%)
75 Years and over436 (8.6%)1,144 (14.8%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Lubbock: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years124 (0.6%)172 (0.8%)
18 to 34 Years414 (0.9%)405 (0.9%)
35 to 64 Years2,153 (5.6%)3,587 (8.9%)
65 to 74 Years1,579 (18.9%)2,062 (21.1%)
75 Years and over1,506 (29.7%)3,232 (41.9%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Lubbock: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years195 (0.9%)247 (1.2%)
18 to 34 Years201 (0.5%)187 (0.4%)
35 to 64 Years826 (2.1%)1,137 (2.8%)
65 to 74 Years355 (4.3%)309 (3.2%)
75 Years and over483 (9.5%)1,166 (15.1%)

Technology Access in Lubbock

Computing Device Access in Lubbock

Computing Device Access in Lubbock
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop79,22677.0%
Smartphone94,82492.2%
Tablet62,76361.0%
No Computing Device5,1085.0%
Total102,894100.0%

Internet Access in Lubbock

Internet Access in Lubbock
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet500.1%
Broadband Home72,58670.5%
Cellular Data Only12,04911.7%
Satellite Internet7,7877.6%
No Internet14,79914.4%
Total102,894100.0%

Lubbock Summary

Lubbock, Texas is a city located in the northwestern part of the state, in the South Plains region of the state. It is the county seat of Lubbock County and is the 11th largest city in Texas. The city is known for its agricultural and ranching heritage, as well as its vibrant music and art scene.

History

Lubbock was founded in 1876 by Thomas S. Lubbock, a former Texas Ranger and Confederate soldier. The city was named after him and was originally a small farming and ranching community. In the early 1900s, the city began to grow rapidly due to the discovery of oil and natural gas in the area. This led to an influx of people and businesses, and the city quickly became a major center for the oil and gas industry.
In the 1950s, Lubbock experienced a period of rapid growth and development. The city was home to several major universities, including Texas Tech University, which was founded in 1923. The city also became a major center for the cotton industry, and the city’s economy was largely based on cotton production.
In the 1960s, the city experienced a period of decline due to the decline of the cotton industry. However, the city was able to rebound in the 1970s and 1980s due to the growth of the oil and gas industry, as well as the growth of the city’s educational and medical institutions.

Geography

Lubbock is located in the northwestern part of the state, in the South Plains region of Texas. The city is situated on the Llano Estacado, a large plateau that covers much of the western part of the state. The city is located at the intersection of Interstate 27 and U.S. Highway 84, and is approximately 200 miles west of Dallas and 200 miles east of El Paso.
The city has a total area of 97.5 square miles, of which 97.3 square miles is land and 0.2 square miles is water. The city is located at an elevation of 3,400 feet above sea level. The city is located in a semi-arid climate, with hot summers and mild winters.

Economy

Lubbock’s economy is largely based on the oil and gas industry, as well as the educational and medical institutions in the city. The city is home to several major employers, including Texas Tech University, Covenant Health System, and the Lubbock Independent School District.
The city is also home to several major manufacturing companies, including Cargill, Inc., which produces food products, and Lubbock Fabricators, which produces metal products. The city is also home to several major retail stores, including Walmart, Target, and Best Buy.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, the population of Lubbock was 229,573. The city has a population density of 2,346 people per square mile. The racial makeup of the city was 68.2% White, 8.3% African American, 0.7% Native American, 1.9% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 19.2% from other races, and 2.6% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 33.2% of the population.
The median income for a household in the city was $37,817, and the median income for a family was $45,919. The per capita income for the city was $20,945. About 17.2% of the population was below the poverty line.
Lubbock is a diverse city with a rich history and culture. The city is home to several major employers, educational and medical institutions, and is a major center for the oil and gas industry. The city has a population of over 229,000 people and is a major center for the cotton industry. The city is also home to several major retail stores, and is a vibrant center for music and art.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Lubbock?
Total Population of Lubbock is 258,190.
What is the Total Male Population of Lubbock?
Total Male Population of Lubbock is 127,237.
What is the Total Female Population of Lubbock?
Total Female Population of Lubbock is 130,953.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Lubbock?
There are 97.16 Males per 100 Females in Lubbock.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Lubbock?
There are 102.92 Females per 100 Males in Lubbock.
What is the Median Population Age in Lubbock?
Median Population Age in Lubbock is 30.0 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Lubbock
Average Family Size in Lubbock is 3.1 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Lubbock
Average Household Size in Lubbock is 2.4 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Lubbock?
Per Capita income in Lubbock is $33,259.
What is the Median Family Income in Lubbock?
Median Family Income in Lubbock is $78,682.
What is the Median Household income in Lubbock?
Median Household Income in Lubbock is $58,734.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Lubbock?
Income or Wage Gap in Lubbock is 31.2%.
Women in Lubbock earn 68.8 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Lubbock?
Family Income Deficit in Lubbock is $11,194.
Families that are below poverty line in Lubbock earn $11,194 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Lubbock?
Inequality or Gini Index in Lubbock is 0.49.
How Large is the Labor Force in Lubbock?
There are 135,629 People in the Labor Forcein in Lubbock.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Lubbock?
65.8% of People are in the Labor Force in Lubbock.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Lubbock?
Unemployment Rate in Lubbock is 4.6%.