Lamesa, TX
Full City Profile · Texas · Dawson County County
Lamesa, TX
At a Glance
How Lamesa Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Lamesa's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Lamesa a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Lamesa residents earn a median household income of $50,533 , which is 33% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $28,446. The unemployment rate stands at 9.2% (156% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 18.5% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 486 business establishments, including 32 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Lamesa is $85,800 , 70% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $108,207. Median rent is $903/month, with 30.3% 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 1966.
Safety & Crime
Lamesa reports 394 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 4% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,488/100K.
Education
15.0% of adults in Lamesa hold a bachelor's degree or higher (55% below the national average). 74.5% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.4/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Lamesa has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 16.8 inches.