Lubbock

TX

Lubbock County, Texas

Population 319K |Median income $64,155 |8 hospitals

Population
318,884
Lubbock County
Median Income
$64,155
-6% vs avg
Median Home Value
$214,100
-6% vs avg
Median Age
31.9
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
319K+13%
Median Income
$64,155+45%
Median Home Value
$214,100+97%
Poverty Rate
17.1%-16%
Unemployment
4.9%-30%

Economics

Median Rent
$1,178/mo
Poverty Rate
17.1% +20% vs avg
Unemployment 4.9%
Bachelor's Degree+ 33.4%
Work From Home 7.3%
Public Transit 0.6%

Population

White 63%
African American 7.4%
Asian 2.4%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Obesity
35.4%
Short Sleep Duration
34.5%
High Blood Pressure
30.3%
Physical Inactivity
27.6%
Binge Drinking
18.2%
Frequent Mental Distress
18.2%
Lack of Health Insurance
17.6%
Frequent Physical Distress
13.1%
Current Smoking
12.6%
Diabetes
11.4%

Preventive Care

Annual Checkup 71.9%
Dental Visit 55.4%

Other Measures

Current Asthma
9.8%
Coronary Heart Disease
5.4%
Stroke
3%

Hospitals 8 total

Rating Distribution
★★★★★
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0
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2
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2
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0
Average Rating
2.5/5
Total Hospitals
8
With ER
4
GRACE SURGICAL HOSPITAL
LUBBOCK · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★☆☆
UNIVERSITY MEDICAL CENTER
LUBBOCK · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★☆☆
COVENANT MEDICAL CENTER
LUBBOCK · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★☆☆☆
LUBBOCK HEART HOSPITAL LP
LUBBOCK · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★☆☆☆

Alerts & News — Lubbock 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 Lubbock, TX? ▼
Lubbock, TX has a population of 318,884 people, located in Lubbock County, Texas.
What is the median household income in Lubbock? ▼
The median household income in Lubbock, TX is $64,155 per year. The poverty rate is 17.1%.
What is the median home value in Lubbock? ▼
The median home value in Lubbock, TX is $214,100. Median rent is $1,178/month.
What are the top health concerns in Lubbock? ▼
The top health indicators in Lubbock include Obesity (35.4%), Short Sleep Duration (34.5%), High Blood Pressure (30.3%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Lubbock? ▼
Lubbock has 8 hospitals with an average rating of 2.5/5 stars. 4 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Lubbock? ▼
The median age in Lubbock, TX is 31.9 years. 33.4% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Lubbock, TX is located in Lubbock County, Texas. With a population of 319K and a median household income of $64,155, the community faces health challenges including obesity and short sleep duration. Residents have access to 8 hospitals with an average rating of 2.5/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Lubbock 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 (Lubbock 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.