Lubbock, Texas Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Lubbock, Texas is 261,078 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 86th-largest city in the United States and the 10th-largest in Texas. The median household income is $60,487, the median home value is $197,900, and the median age is 30.4.
The population has grown 17.7% since 2010 (231,105 → 272,086).
261,078
Population
1823
People / sq mi
$60,487
Median Income
$197,900
Median Home Value
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Lubbock covers 143.2 sq mi of land at 1823 people per square mile.
About Lubbock, TX
Lubbock skews on age — the median resident is 30.4, younger than the national median. Lubbock is a city in Texas with a population of 261,078. That makes it one of the ten largest cities in Texas in the country, at #10 by population.
Earnings trail the nation, with the median household making $60,487, below the US median of $78,538. Roughly 13.0% of residents fall below the poverty line, close to the national 12.4%. Homes are comparatively cheap — a median value of $197,900, with typical rent around $1,137.
34.9% of adults 25 and older hold a bachelor’s degree, near the national average of 35.0%. Remote work is on the lower side here, at 6.5%, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 16 minutes each way.
Lubbock city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Lubbock city had a population of 231,105 in 2010 and 272,086 in 2024, a 17.7% growth over 14 years. The peak was 272,086 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 1.17%.
272,086
Population (2024)
231,105
Population (2010)
272,086
Peak (2024)
1.17%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 231,105 |
| 2011 | 233,928 |
| 2012 | 236,361 |
| 2013 | 239,708 |
| 2014 | 244,350 |
| 2015 | 247,950 |
| 2016 | 251,387 |
| 2017 | 254,432 |
| 2018 | 256,469 |
| 2019 | 258,862 |
| 2020 | 258,050 |
| 2021 | 261,308 |
| 2022 | 264,573 |
| 2023 | 268,053 |
| 2024 | 272,086 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 64.6% |
| Black or African American | 8.3% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.7% |
| Two or More Races | 0.1% |
Economy & Income
$60,487
Median Household Income
$34,629
Per Capita Income
13.0%
Poverty Rate
3.2%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$197,900
Median Home Value
$1,137
Median Rent
50.8%
Owner-Occupied
Education
89.2%
High School+
34.9%
Bachelor's+
Commute
0.7%
Drive Alone
77.3%
Public Transit
6.5%
Work From Home
16.2 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
19.1%
Foreign Born
79.6%
Non-English at Home
5.2%
Veterans
13.0%
With Disability
86.5%
Health Insurance
95.9%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 29.6% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 11.3% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 8.8% |
| Construction | 6.4% |
| Information | 5.9% |
| Manufacturing | 5.4% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 5.2% |
| Retail Trade | 4.9% |
| Public Administration | 4.0% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 1.9% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 1.8% |
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Common questions about Lubbock, TX
Frequently Asked Questions
Lubbock, Texas has a population of 261,078 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 86th-largest city in the United States and the 10th-largest in Texas.
The median household income in Lubbock, Texas is $60,487, with 13.0% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Lubbock, Texas is $197,900, with median monthly rent at $1,137 and a homeownership rate of 50.8%.
The median age in Lubbock, Texas is 30.4 years. The population is 49.2% male and 50.8% female.
The population has grown 17.7% since 2010 (231,105 → 272,086).
Lubbock city, TX Climate
Lubbock city, TX has an average annual temperature of 15.9°C (61°F) and receives about 487 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
15.9°C
Avg Temp
487
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 4° / 40° | 11 mm |
| February | 7° / 45° | 17 mm |
| March | 11° / 52° | 23 mm |
| April | 16° / 61° | 26 mm |
| May | 21° / 70° | 64 mm |
| June | 25° / 77° | 73 mm |
| July | 27° / 80° | 61 mm |
| August | 26° / 79° | 64 mm |
| September | 22° / 72° | 69 mm |
| October | 17° / 62° | 46 mm |
| November | 10° / 50° | 19 mm |
| December | 5° / 42° | 14 mm |
1970–2000 normals from WorldClim 2.1 (~9 km grid). Precipitation can be less precise near mountains or coastlines, where rainfall varies sharply over short distances.
Best time to visit Lubbock city, TX
The most comfortable months to visit Lubbock city, TX are typically May, September and April, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 34°C high). The coldest is January (near -3°C low). June is usually the wettest month.
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.