Petersburg, TX
Full City Profile · Texas · Lubbock County County
Petersburg, TX
At a Glance
How Petersburg Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Petersburg's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Petersburg a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Petersburg residents earn a median household income of $38,636 , which is 49% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $26,491. The unemployment rate stands at 2.0% (44% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 4.3% 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 Petersburg is $71,400 , 75% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $98,328. Median rent is $635/month, with 27.1% 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 1959.
Safety & Crime
Petersburg reports 0 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 100% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 624/100K.
Education
11.5% of adults in Petersburg hold a bachelor's degree or higher (66% below the national average). 79.1% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.3/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Petersburg 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.