Climate
Warm days and cool nights are common in Lubbock’s semiarid climate.
Geography
The city is located in west Texas.
Cultural Attractions
Lubbock boasts three universities, one college, and too many museums and attractions to count, though standouts include the American Wind Power Center and the American Museum of Agriculture.
Recreation
Lubbock’s Mackenzie Park/Prairie Dog Town is one of the last prairie dog colonies in the nation, and the Yellow House Canyon Lakes diagonally wind through Lubbock.
Fun Fact
Buddy Holly was born in Lubbock in 1936, which is celebrated with the city’s Buddy Holly Statue and the Buddy Holly Center.
Demographics
Demographic Detail
- Population:
- 221,594
- Population under 55:
- 78.9%
- Population over 55:
- 21.1%
City Detail
- Crime rate:
- High
- Closest large city:
- Fort Worth
Marital Status 2010
Weather
Weather Detail
- Air quality:
- Poor
- Temperature:
- 93°F July High, 39°F January Low
Jobs & Economy
Housing
- Median income:
- $36,809
- Median home price:
- $116,594
- Average property tax:
- $1,047
Income & Jobs
- Unemployment rate 2010:
- 5.8%
- Low
- Cost of living:
- Low
Employment Projections
Education
K–12
- Elementary schools:
- 55
- Middle schools:
- 26
- High schools:
- 17
Higher Education
- Best Colleges at the location:
- 3
- Best Colleges within 30 miles:
- 3
- Best Colleges within 50 miles:
- 4
Health Care & Retirement
Hospitals
- Hospitals/Best Hospitals at the location:
- 8/0
- Hospitals/Best Hospitals within 30 miles:
- 10/0
- Hospitals/Best Hospitals within 50 miles:
- 16/0
Retirement Facilities
- Community care facilities for the elderly:
- 962
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