Home Value $82,200

71% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 18.8%

44% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 31.1%

3% lower than US avg

Unemployment 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

How Lipscomb Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population70

Median Age33.6 yrs

Density19/mi²

Male / Female67% / 33%

Largest GroupWhite 93%

Veterans61.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A

Per Capita$27,249

Unemployment0.0%

Poverty0.0%

County GDP$624M

Commute25 min

Housing

Home Value$82,200

RentN/A

OwnershipN/A

Housing Units35

Rent Burden18.2%

Health

Obesity31.1%

Uninsured11.0%

Smoking13.9%

Depression22.0%

Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F (14°C)

AQI42 (Good)

Rain22.6 in/yr

Sunny Days323/yr

Elevation2,464 ft (751 m)

Education

C+

Bachelor's+18.8%

High School+97.9%

Graduate+0.0%

School Score5.12

Community

2024 VoteR 89% / D 10%

Commute25 min

Broadband32.0%

Libraries2

Is Lipscomb a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lipscomb receives an overall livability score of 2.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Lipscomb has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Lipscomb is $82,200, 71% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

18.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Lipscomb enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. With 323 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 22.6 inches, including 9.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Lipscomb has a population of 70 with a density of 19 people per square mile. The median age is 33.6 years, 14% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.9%), with 2.9% Black.

Population

Total Population

People / sq mi

33.6yrs

Median Age

14% below US avg

3.8mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 67.1%

Female 32.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Lipscomb vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	95.2%
	21% above US avg
Spanish	4.8%
	64% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Lipscomb vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lipscomb is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Lipscomb vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income


Per Capita Income	$27,249
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,012
IRS Avg AGI	$72,890

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Poverty Rate	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Establishments (County)	94
County GDP	$624M

Business (County)

Restaurants	3
Retail	11

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$2,867
	18% below US avg
Cost of Living	97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	3.49%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	25.4 min
Drive Alone	77.8%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Lipscomb is $82,200, 71% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$82,200
	71% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs


Rent Burden	18.2%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio	$756
1 Bedroom	$778
2 Bedrooms	$973
3 Bedrooms	$1,270
4 Bedrooms	$1,432

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	100.0%
Housing Units	35
Median Year Built	1944

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$2,867
	18% below US avg
Effective Rate	3.49%

In Lipscomb, 31.1% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 11.0% of residents lack health insurance. 13.9% are current smokers. 22.0% report depression. 21.7% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Lipscomb vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	31.1%
	3% below US avg
Diabetes	9.6%
Heart Disease	5.8%
High Blood Pressure	30.3%
Asthma	9.1%
COPD	6.7%
Cancer	6.9%
Stroke	3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	13.9%
	1% below US avg
Binge Drinking	18.3%
Physical Inactivity	21.7%
Depression	22.0%
Mental Distress	16.8%
Physical Distress	12.3%
Short Sleep	34.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	100.0%
Uninsured	11.0%
	28% above US avg
Checkup Rate	63.6%
Dental Visits	48.0%
Premature Death	8,790/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	4.6/10

Lipscomb has an average annual temperature of 56°F (14°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 22.6 inches. The area enjoys 323 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

34°F Jan (1°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)

Annual Average	56.4°F
	4% above US avg
January Average	34°F (1°C)
July Average	80°F (27°C)
Sunny Days	323 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	22.6 inches
	41% below US avg
Snowfall	9.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	42.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	2,464 ft (751 m)
Area	3.8 sq mi (9.7 km²)
Population Density	19/sq mi
Coordinates	36.2215°N, 100.2621°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County FIPS	48295

It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 18.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (44% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 79.6-point margin. 32.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 89.4%

D 9.8%

Winner: Republican by 79.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	18.8%
	44% below US avg
High School+	97.9%
Graduate Degree+	0.0%
School Test Score	5.12

C+ Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9	Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density	19/sq mi
Total Area	3.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	32.0%
Public Libraries	2
Restaurants	3
Retail Stores	11

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	25.4 min
Drive Alone	77.8%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Lipscomb, TX

How Lipscomb Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Lipscomb a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Lipscomb vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Lipscomb vs U.S. Average

Income: Lipscomb vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

Health Metrics: Lipscomb vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

2024 Presidential Election (County)

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Nearby Cities