Lubbock, TX
LUBBOCK, TEXAS: Demographic and Financial Snapshot
(Last updated on 1.6.21)
AGE IN LUBBOCK, TEXAS
| Age Range | Population | Percent |
| 20 to 24 years | 33,526 | 13.0% |
| 25 to 29 years | 22,966 | 8.9% |
| 30 to 34 years | 17,316 | 6.7% |
| 35 to 39 years | 20,001 | 7.7% |
| 40 to 44 years | 11,418 | 4.4% |
| 45 to 49 years | 11,917 | 4.6% |
| 50 to 54 years | 11,506 | 4.4% |
| 55 to 59 years | 13,989 | 5.4% |
| 60 to 64 years | 12,389 | 4.8% |
| 65 to 69 years | 10,748 | 4.2% |
| 70 to 74 years | 6,613 | 2.6% |
| 75 to 79 years | 6,119 | 2.4% |
| 80 to 84 years | 3,271 | 1.3% |
| 85+ years | 3,041 | 1.2% |
The median age in Lubbock is 29.8 years
Source: US Census Data; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Age
ETHNICITY IN LUBBOCK, TEXAS
| Ethnicity | Population | Percent |
| White | 200,867 | 80.2% |
| Black or African American | 20,204 | 8.1% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 2,607 | 1.0% |
| Asian | 6,374 | 2.5% |
| Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander | 186 | 0.1% |
| Other | 13,089 | 5.2% |
Source: US Census; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Race
EDUCATION IN LUBBOCK, TEXAS
| Education Level | Population | Percent |
| Less than 9th grade | 8,458 | 5.9% |
| 9th to 12th grade, no diploma | 11,798 | 8.2% |
| High school graduate (includes GED) | 36,556 | 25.3% |
| Some college, no degree | 35,001 | 24.2% |
| Associate’s degree | 8,956 | 6.2% |
| Bachelor’s degree | 27,322 | 18.9% |
| Graduate or professional degree | 16,441 | 11.4% |
| High school graduate or higher | 124,276 | 86.0% |
| Bachelor’s degree or higher | 43,763 | 30.3% |
| Less than Bachelor’s degree | 100,769 | 69.7% |
Source: US Census; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Education (population 25+ years)
HOUSEHOLD INCOME IN LUBBOCK, TEXAS
| Annual Household Income | Percent |
| Less than $10,000 | 9.5% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 5.1% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 11.2% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 11.0% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 14.7% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 17.2% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 11.8% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 11.9% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 3.8% |
| $200,000 or more | 3.9% |
Median household income: $48,701
Mean household income: $68,754
Source: US Census; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Household Income
HOUSEHOLD INCOME BY EDUCATION IN LUBBOCK, TEXAS
| Education Level | Average Income |
| Less than high school graduate | $21,187 |
| High school graduate (includes GED) | $28,052 |
| Some college or Associate’s degree | $32,072 |
| Bachelor’s degree | $47,868 |
| Graduate or professional degree | $57,524 |
Source: US Census; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Median earnings in past 12 months by education (population 25+ years with earnings)
MARITAL STATUS IN LUBBOCK, TEXAS
| Population | Percent | |
| Population 15+ years | 204,635 | NA |
| Never married | 81,789 | 40.0% |
| Now married (except separated) | 86,416 | 42.2% |
| Separated | 3,901 | 1.9% |
| Widowed | 9,399 | 4.6% |
| Divorced | 23,130 | 11.3% |
Source: US Census; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Marital Status for population 15 years and over
POVERTY STATUS IN LUBBOCK, TEXAS
| Population | Percent | |
| Living beneath poverty line | 50,844 | 20.6% |
Source: US Census; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Poverty Rate
HOUSING IN LUBBOCK, TEXAS
| Owner-occupied housing units | 48,413 |
| Renter-occupied housing units | 45,985 |
| Single-family detached units | 68,723 |
| Homeownership rate | 51.3% |
| Vacancy rate | 10.3% |
| Renters rate | 48.7% |
| Average housing value | $160,579 |
| Average monthly owner cost (with mortgage) | $884 |
| Average rent | $840 |
Source: US Census; https://cbb.census.gov/rae/#
Survey/Program: 2009-2013 and the 2014-2018 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates
Data Point: Housing Characteristics
SOCIOECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS IN LUBBOCK, TEXAS
| Average income | $68,754 |
| Average household size | 2.54 |
| Percent population 16 years and over in labor force | 65.2% |
| Percent disabled | 13.6% |
| Percent with health coverage | 86.4% |
| Average travel time to work (in minutes) | 16.4 |
| Percent workers using public transportation | 1.1% |
| Percent veterans | 6.1% |
| Percent foreign born | 6.2% |
| Percent speaking Spanish at home | 4.2% |
Source: US Census; https://cbb.census.gov/rae/#
Survey/Program: 2009-2013 and the 2014-2018 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates
Data Point: Socioeconomic Characteristics
CONSUMER SPENDING IN LUBBOCK, TEXAS
| Total consumer expenditures per household | $58,195.74 |
| Alcoholic beverages | $445.56 |
| Alcoholic beverages consumed at home | $263.64 |
| Beer consumed away from home | $79.68 |
| Wine consumed away from home | $37.09 |
| Apparel & services | $1,707.98 |
| Men’s apparel | $333.10 |
| Women’s apparel | $560.75 |
| Children’s apparel | $266.76 |
| Boys’ apparel | $89.64 |
| Girls’ apparel | $99.56 |
| Footwear | $388.32 |
| Dining out (food away from home) | $2,948.59 |
| Dining out – Breakfast | $298.80 |
| Dining out – Lunch | $924.30 |
| Dining out – Dinner | $1,359.08 |
| Education | $1,213.93 |
| Entertainment / recreation | $2,502.87 |
| Club membership fees | $173.17 |
| Dating services | $0.65 |
| Pet food | $198.97 |
| Pet services | $49.37 |
| Food consumed at home | $4,073.53 |
| Bakery products consumed at home | $534.58 |
| Dairy products consumed at home | $414.86 |
| Fruits and vegetables consumed at home | $788.70 |
| Meat, poultry, fish, eggs consumed at home | $902.74 |
| Nonalcoholic beverages consumed at home | $403.57 |
| Snacks / other food products consumed at home | $1,432.66 |
| Health care | $4,570.70 |
| Medical services | $848.42 |
| Nonprescription drugs | $112.47 |
| Household Services | $1,571.35 |
| Care for the elderly and handicapped | $55.54 |
| Lawn and garden services | $330.19 |
| Housekeeping services | $129.04 |
| PC repair | $5.46 |
| Housing | $18,238.67 |
| Home improvements | $1,885.05 |
| Utilities, fuel, and public services | $3,880.94 |
| Phone services | $1,414.80 |
| Water | $574.59 |
| Life and other insurance | $331.37 |
| Pensions and social security | $6,152.88 |
| Personal care products and services | $706.82 |
| Hair care products | $85.14 |
| Personal care products | $299.61 |
| Local transportation | $6,867.80 |
| Gasoline | $1,800.67 |
| Vehicle maintenance and repair | $939.01 |
| Travel | $1,658.34 |
| Airline fares | $401.75 |
| Auto / truck rental on trips | $19.82 |
| Lodging on trips | $447.25 |
| Food and drink on trips | $403.38 |
| Entertainment on trips | $142.55 |
Source: US Census; https://cbb.census.gov/rae/#
Survey/Program: 2009-2013 and the 2014-2018 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates
Data Point: Consumer Spending (Consumer expenditures per household)
DEBT IN LUBBOCK COUNTY (home to LUBBOCK, TEXAS)
| % with any debt in collections | 44% |
| Average debt in collections | $2,140 |
| % with medical debt in collections | 30% |
| Average medical debt in collections | $610 |
| % with student loan debt | 19% |
| Average student loan debt | $17,735 |
| Average monthly student loan payment | $165 |
| % with auto debt | 34% |
Source: Urban Institute; https://apps.urban.org/features/debt-interactive-map/
Survey/Program: Data from credit bureau data (2018) + the US Census Bureau’s American Community Survey (2017)
Data Point: Consumer Debt
UNEMPLOYMENT IN LUBBOCK, TEXAS
| Year | Population | Percent |
| January 2019 | 4,139 | 3.1% |
| February 2019 | 3,843 | 2.9% |
| March 2019 | 4,067 | 3.1% |
| April 2019 | 3,067 | 2.3% |
| May 2019 | 3,223 | 2.4% |
| June 2019 | 4,312 | 3.2% |
| July 2019 | 4,478 | 3.4% |
| August 2019 | 3,948 | 3.0% |
| September 2019 | 3,639 | 2.7% |
| October 2019 | 3,571 | 2.7% |
| November 2019 | 3,516 | 2.6% |
| December 2019 | 3,246 | 2.4% |
| January 2020 | 3,860 | 2.9% |
| February 2020 | 3,705 | 2.8% |
| March 2020 | 5,117 | 3.9% |
| April 2020 | 12,406 | 10.5% |
| May 2020 | 12,122 | 9.7% |
| June 2020 | 8,787 | 6.8% |
| July 2020 | 8,652 | 6.7% |
| August 2020 | 7,231 | 5.4% |
| September 2020 | 8,238 | 6.2% |
| October 2020 | 6,828 | 5.2% |
Source: US Bureau of Labor Statistics; https://www.bls.gov/lau/data.htm
Survey/Program: Local Area Employment Statistics
Data Point: Unemployment totals (not seasonally adjusted)
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