Abernathy, TX
Full City Profile · Texas · Lubbock County County
Abernathy, TX
At a Glance
How Abernathy Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Abernathy's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Abernathy a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Abernathy residents earn a median household income of $76,850 , which is 2% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $31,726. The unemployment rate stands at 1.0% (72% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 5.9% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 8,294 business establishments, including 770 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Abernathy is $145,100 , 49% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $184,015. Median rent is $738/month, with 27.7% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 97.1 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1965.
Safety & Crime
Abernathy reports 143 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 62% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 107/100K.
Education
27.9% of adults in Abernathy hold a bachelor's degree or higher (17% below the national average). 88.2% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.3/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Abernathy has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 19.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 23.