Lockhart

Caldwell County, Texas

Population 49K |Median income $69,758 |1 hospital

Population

48,669

Caldwell County

Median Income

$69,758

+3% vs avg

Median Home Value

$240,500

+6% vs avg

Median Age

38.4

years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024

Population

49K+27%

Median Income

$69,758+58%

Median Home Value

$240,500+131%

Poverty Rate

13.2%-29%

Unemployment

3.4%-60%

Economics

Median Rent

$1,173/mo

Poverty Rate

13.2% -7% vs avg

Unemployment 3.4%

Bachelor's Degree+ 19.3%

Work From Home 9.9%

Public Transit 0.2%

Population

White 47.1%

African American 4.9%

Asian 0.8%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Obesity

42.2%

Short Sleep Duration

37.2%

High Blood Pressure

34.9%

Physical Inactivity

33.3%

Lack of Health Insurance

25.9%

Frequent Mental Distress

17.5%

Binge Drinking

16.5%

Frequent Physical Distress

15.3%

Diabetes

14.6%

Current Smoking

14.4%

Preventive Care

Annual Checkup 73%

Dental Visit 50%

Other Measures

Current Asthma

9.4%

Coronary Heart Disease

6.5%

Stroke

3.6%

Alerts & News — Lockhart Area 6

Weather Alerts high

Red Flag Warning Issued for Deep South Texas: Critical Fire Weather Risk Through Monday

NOAA · 2d ago

Weather Alerts high

Special Marine Warning Issued for Galveston Bay Through Sunday Night

NOAA · 2d ago

Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for East Texas and Northwest Louisiana

NOAA · 3d ago

Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Tyler and Jasper Counties in Southeast Texas

NOAA · 3d ago

Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Jasper and Tyler Counties in Southeast Texas

NOAA · 3d ago

Disasters

FEMA Authorizes Fire Management Assistance for Corner Pocket Fire in Texas

FEMA · 3d ago

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Lockhart, TX? ▼

Lockhart, TX has a population of 48,669 people, located in Caldwell County, Texas.

What is the median household income in Lockhart? ▼

The median household income in Lockhart, TX is $69,758 per year. The poverty rate is 13.2%.

What is the median home value in Lockhart? ▼

The median home value in Lockhart, TX is $240,500. Median rent is $1,173/month.

What are the top health concerns in Lockhart? ▼

The top health indicators in Lockhart include Obesity (42.2%), Short Sleep Duration (37.2%), High Blood Pressure (34.9%). Data from CDC PLACES.

How many hospitals are in Lockhart? ▼

Lockhart has 1 hospital with an average rating of null/5 stars. 0 have emergency departments.

What is the median age in Lockhart? ▼

The median age in Lockhart, TX is 38.4 years. 19.3% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Lockhart, TX is located in Caldwell County, Texas. With a population of 49K and a median household income of $69,758, the community faces health challenges including obesity and short sleep duration. Residents have access to 1 hospital with an average rating of null/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Lockhart area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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Data Sources

All data on this page comes from official U.S. government sources. Population and economic data from the Census Bureau American Community Survey (2022 5-year estimates). Health data from the CDC PLACES program (2023). Hospital ratings from CMS Hospital Compare (2024). Data is county-level (Caldwell County) as the smallest consistent geographic unit across all sources.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI UCR, CDC PLACES, and NCES. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.