Cost of Living in Lubbock County, TX
Population 318,884 · Census ACS 2020–2024 5-year estimates
The median rent in Lubbock County, TX is $1,178/month, 16% lower than the Texas median and 17% lower than the U.S. median. The median home value is $214,100, 36% lower than the national median. Households earn a median of $64,155 a year, 18% lower than the state median.
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Lubbock County vs. Texas vs. U.S.
| Lubbock County | Texas | U.S. | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median rent | $1,178 | $1,403 | $1,413 |
| Median home value | $214,100 | $283,800 | $332,700 |
| Median household income | $64,155 | $78,476 | $80,734 |
| Homeownership rate | 55.5% | 62.6% | 65.2% |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 33.4% | 33.8% | 35.7% |
| Poverty rate | 17.1% | 13.8% | 12.5% |
| Unemployment rate | 4.9% | 5.3% | 5.2% |
| Work from home | 7.3% | 14.4% | 15.1% |
| Median age | 31.9 | 35.6 | 38.9 |
FAQ
What is the average rent in Lubbock County, TX?
The median gross rent in Lubbock County, TX is $1,178 per month (ACS 2020–2024 5-year estimate).
How much do I need to earn to live in Lubbock County, TX?
Using the common 30% rule, renting a median-priced home takes about $47,120 a year in gross income.
Is Lubbock County, TX expensive to live in?
Rent there is 17% lower than the U.S. median, and the median home costs about 3.3 times the median household income.
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Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-year estimates. Estimates have margins of error, especially for smaller places. This product uses the Census Bureau Data API but is not endorsed or certified by the Census Bureau.
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