Lockhart, TX
Full City Profile · Texas · Caldwell County County
Lockhart, TX
At a Glance
How Lockhart Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Lockhart's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Lockhart a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Lockhart residents earn a median household income of $67,252 , which is 11% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $28,956. The unemployment rate stands at 1.5% (58% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 9.3% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 887 business establishments, including 75 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Lockhart is $218,400 , 23% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $274,184. Median rent is $1,161/month, with 28.5% 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 1982.
Safety & Crime
Lockhart reports 192 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 50% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,635/100K.
Education
16.7% of adults in Lockhart hold a bachelor's degree or higher (50% below the national average). 87.1% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.6/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Lockhart has an average annual temperature of 69°F (21°C). Winters average 52°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 35.9 inches.