Levelland, TX
Full City Profile · Texas · Hockley County County
Levelland, TX
At a Glance
How Levelland Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Levelland's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Levelland a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Levelland residents earn a median household income of $51,847 , which is 31% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $27,450. The unemployment rate stands at 5.7% (58% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 11.2% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 614 business establishments, including 44 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Levelland is $126,200 , 55% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $147,083. Median rent is $789/month, with 30.7% 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 1975.
Safety & Crime
Levelland reports 424 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 12% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 960/100K.
Education
16.5% of adults in Levelland hold a bachelor's degree or higher (51% below the national average). 77.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.0/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Levelland 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 18.3 inches.