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Shallowater, TX

Texas · Lubbock County · Lubbock Metro

Shallowater is a small town in Texas with a population of 2,935. Residents earn $79,848 per year, which is 6% above the national average.

Data updated April 2026

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
2,935 Population 1,812/sq mi density
$79,848 Median Income $33,984 per capita
$210,400 Home Value $290,791 Zillow
$1,179 Median Rent 25.1% income on rent
61°F Avg Temperature 330 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$79,848 median income, 3.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$210,400 home value, $1,179/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
0 violent crimes/100K (100% below avg)
B
Education
3.1 / 5.0
26.7% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $79,848
6% higher than US avg
Home Value $210,400
25% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 26.7%
21% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,179
1% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.6%
5% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.0%
17% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.7%
62% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,935
Median Age36.9 yrs
Density1,812/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 72%
Veterans8.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$79,848
Per Capita$33,984
Unemployment3.0%
Poverty4.7%
County GDP$19,822M
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$210,400
Rent$1,179
Ownership81.4%
Zillow$290,791
Housing Units1,151
Rent Burden25.1%

Crime

C+
Violent0/100K
Property198/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary79/100K

Health

Obesity33.6%
Uninsured14.7%
Smoking12.9%
Depression23.5%
Heart Disease4.8%

Climate

Avg Temp61°F (16°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain18.3 in/yr
Sunny Days330/yr
Elevation3,308 ft (1,008 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+26.7%
High School+92.7%
Graduate+7.4%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 69% / D 30%
Commute19 min
Broadband87.2%
EV Stations30
Libraries8

Is Shallowater a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Shallowater receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate. Shallowater offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Shallowater is $79,848, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.0%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 4.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Shallowater is $210,400, 25% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,179 per month. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Shallowater is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 198 per 100,000, 90% below the national average.

Education

26.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Shallowater enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. With 330 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 18.3 inches, including 7.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Shallowater has a population of 2,935 with a density of 1,812 people per square mile, spread across 1.6 square miles. The median age is 36.9 years, 5% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 48.1% female and 51.9% male. The city is predominantly White (72.1%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 83.6% of residents, while 16.4% speak Spanish. 8.0% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 21.1% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 88.3% have health insurance coverage.

Population

2,935
Total Population
1,812
People / sq mi
36.9yrs
Median Age
5% below US avg
1.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.9%
Female 48.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Shallowater vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 83.6%
6% above US avg
Spanish 16.4%
22% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Shallowater vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Shallowater is $79,848, which is 6% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $33,984 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,047, 27% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 3.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.7% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 8,294 business establishments, including 770 restaurants. The cost of living index is 97.1, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 5.2% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Shallowater vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$79,848
6% above US avg
Per Capita Income$33,984
Avg Weekly Wage$1,047
IRS Avg AGI$77,229
Gini Index0.481 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.0%
17% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.7%
62% below US avg
Establishments (County)8,294
County GDP$19,822M

Business (County)

Restaurants770
Healthcare925
Retail1,060
Manufacturing228

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,545
144% above US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate4.06%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.5 min
Drive Alone87.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Shallowater is $210,400, 25% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $290,791, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 0% of their list price, suggesting buyers have room to negotiate. Monthly rent averages $1,179 (1% above the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $935 for a one-bedroom to $1,149 for a two-bedroom apartment. 81.4% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 1,151 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1986. The average annual property tax is $8,545 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 25.1% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.6x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$210,400
25% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$290,791
Median List Price$227,500

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$227,500
$/Sq Ft$170
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio0.0%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory11

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,179
1% above US avg
Rent Burden25.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$887
1 Bedroom$935
2 Bedrooms$1,149
3 Bedrooms$1,497
4 Bedrooms$1,733

Ownership & Property

Homeownership81.4%
Owner-Occupied81.4%
Renter-Occupied18.6%
Housing Units1,151
Median Year Built1986

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,545
144% above US avg
Effective Rate4.06%
In Shallowater, 33.6% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 9.5% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 4.8% of residents, below the national average. 28.6% have high blood pressure. 12.9% are current smokers. 19.9% report binge drinking. 24.4% are physically inactive. 23.5% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 17.8% experience frequent mental distress. 14.7% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,268. The dentist ratio is 1:1,645. 86.2% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 6.9 out of 10.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.6%
5% above US avg
Diabetes9.5%
Heart Disease4.8%
High Blood Pressure28.6%
Asthma9.9%
COPD5.3%
Cancer6.8%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking12.9%
8% below US avg
Binge Drinking19.9%
Physical Inactivity24.4%
Depression23.5%
Mental Distress17.8%
Physical Distress12.4%
Short Sleep34.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate88.3%
Uninsured14.7%
71% above US avg
Primary Care1:1,268
Dentists1:1,645
Mental Health1:450
Checkup Rate71.5%
Dental Visits57.6%
Premature Death10,786/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.9/10
Exercise Access86.2%
Healthcare Facilities925
Shallowater has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 0.0 per 100,000, robbery at 0.0, rape at 0.0. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 198 per 100,000, 90% below the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 0, burglary at 79, vehicle theft at 119 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 49 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Shallowater receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Shallowater vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property197.9/100K
90% below US avg
Burglary79.2/100K
Theft0.0/100K
Vehicle Theft118.8/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)49
Traffic Accidents22
Avg Accident Severity2.7 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.5 / 5.0
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Shallowater enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. The area gets 330 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 18.3 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 7.0 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42. The city sits at an elevation of 3,308 feet.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average61.4°F
14% above US avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days330 days/yr

Geography

Elevation3,308 ft (1,008 m)
Area1.6 sq mi (4.0 km²)
Population Density1,812/sq mi
Coordinates33.6901°N, 101.9893°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
CountyLubbock County County
Nearest AirportLubbock Preston Smith International (LBB)
10 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 18.3"
52% below US avg
Snowfall 7.0"
Wettest Month (Jun) 2.95"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.43"

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

PM2.5 (Fine Particles)5.3 μg/m³

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively High
Risk Score96.3 / 100
Social Vulnerability45.8 / 100
Community Resilience58.2 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Relatively High
Hurricane Very Low
Earthquake Relatively Low
Wildfire Relatively Low
Flood Relatively Moderate
Hail Very High
Strong Wind Very High
Heat Wave Relatively Moderate
Winter Weather Very High
Lightning Relatively High
Ice Storm Relatively High
Drought Very High
Cold Wave Relatively High
Landslide Very Low
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

186 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.1. Most recent: M2.6 on Aug 20, 2025.

Sep 17, 2024 2024 North of Tarzan, Texas Earthquake M5.1 142 km
Feb 28, 2025 26 km SW of Ackerly, Texas M4.8 147 km
Sep 11, 2011 20 km NE of Snyder, Texas M4.3 147 km
Jun 6, 2022 18 km SE of Ackerly, Texas M3.9 148 km
Mar 13, 2011 32 km WNW of Rotan, Texas M3.8 137 km
Mar 5, 2024 37 km SSW of Los Ybanez, Texas M3.8 141 km
Jul 10, 2025 33 km SSW of Los Ybanez, Texas M3.7 139 km
Jun 16, 2022 16 km SSE of Ackerly, Texas M3.6 148 km
Jan 10, 2016 25 km NNE of Snyder, Texas M3.6 136 km
May 2, 2025 36 km SSW of Los Ybanez, Texas M3.6 140 km
Mar 19, 2022 18 km SSE of Ackerly, Texas M3.5 150 km
Jul 31, 2023 17 km SSE of Ackerly, Texas M3.5 149 km
Jan 6, 2015 western Texas M3.5 139 km
Jan 17, 2016 17 km NNE of Snyder, Texas M3.5 139 km
Sep 12, 2011 12 km NNE of Snyder, Texas M3.5 142 km
Apr 30, 2024 33 km WSW of Ackerly, Texas M3.5 142 km
Oct 18, 2024 34 km WSW of Ackerly, Texas M3.4 142 km
Aug 22, 2023 31 km WSW of Ackerly, Texas M3.4 143 km
Aug 12, 2022 16 km SE of Ackerly, Texas M3.4 146 km
Feb 27, 2025 34 km WSW of Ackerly, Texas M3.4 143 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tornado History

756 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF5. Total: 43 fatalities, 778 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
May 11, 1970 EF5 18 km 26
Apr 17, 1970 EF4 60 km 0
Apr 17, 1970 EF4 35 km 5
Apr 17, 1970 EF4 96 km 1
Jun 2, 1965 EF4 28 km 4
Apr 21, 1957 EF4 31 km 0
Apr 21, 1957 EF4 44 km 0
Jun 9, 2005 EF3 41 km 0
May 12, 2005 EF3 47 km 0
May 10, 1991 EF3 56 km 0
Jun 6, 1989 EF3 43 km 0
May 28, 1980 EF3 92 km 0
May 28, 1980 EF3 96 km 0
Apr 15, 1973 EF3 59 km 2
May 16, 1969 EF3 54 km 0
May 6, 1969 EF3 68 km 0
Oct 17, 1965 EF3 48 km 0
Jun 3, 1961 EF3 69 km 0
Apr 12, 1960 EF3 79 km 3
May 24, 1957 EF3 61 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: KILLOUGH (35,447 ac, 2011).

Year Name Acres Distance
2011 KILLOUGH 35,447 73 km
2008 UNNAMED 10,085 88 km
2017 303 9,601 60 km
2011 FATHERS DAY 8,947 72 km
2006 FM 214 CR 210 8,848 71 km
2011 UNNAMED 8,308 87 km
2006 HWY 37 5,015 65 km
2011 OLYMPIA 4,600 47 km
2011 SPADE RANCH 3,904 66 km
2011 MIDDLETON 3,792 81 km
2011 WHITEFACE 3,743 75 km
1998 UNNAMED 3,462 51 km
2011 TOKE PLANT/WISEMAN COMPLEX 3,210 79 km
2008 UNNAMED 3,167 92 km
2006 3200 FM 303 2,982 46 km
2009 COBB RANCH 2,614 44 km
2010 GRASS 3 2,587 69 km
2018 BEGS 2,486 70 km
2011 RICHARDSON 2,442 68 km
2017 PRISON 2,420 94 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 41°F (5°C) 0.4 in Driest
February 43°F (6°C) 0.6 in
March 51°F (10°C) 0.8 in
April 60°F (15°C) 1.1 in
May 69°F (20°C) 2.4 in
June 77°F (25°C) 3.0 in Wettest
July 81°F (27°C) 2.3 in Warmest
August 78°F (26°C) 2.6 in
September 71°F (22°C) 2.6 in
October 60°F (16°C) 1.8 in
November 48°F (9°C) 0.8 in
December 40°F (4°C) 0.6 in Coldest

Shallowater has a seasonal temperature swing of 41°F / from 40°F in December to 81°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 18.9 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.0") and January the driest (0.4").

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Shallowater is located in Lubbock County. It is classified as Metro / 250K–1M, part of a metropolitan area. 26.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 21% below the national average of 33.7%. 92.7% have completed high school. 7.4% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.3 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 69.3% of the vote, a 39.5-point margin. 87.2% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 30 EV charging stations. There are 8 public libraries serving the community. 925 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 87.7% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 69.3%
D 29.7%

Winner: Republican by 39.5 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)49
Traffic Accidents22
Avg Accident Severity2.7 / 4.0
C+ Safety Grade (2.5/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+26.7%
21% below US avg
High School+92.7%
Graduate Degree+7.4%
School Test Score5.34
B Education Grade (3.1/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 2Metro / 250K–1M
Population Density1,812/sq mi
Total Area1.6 sq mi
CountyLubbock County County

Services

Broadband Access87.2%
Avg Download Speed83.9 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed30.6 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations30
Alt Fuel Stations35
Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities925
Restaurants770
Retail Stores1,060

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.5 min
Drive Alone87.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.2%
Average costs for common services in Shallowater. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care) $243 ($146–$388)
Specialist Visit $340 ($194–$534)
Urgent Care Visit $194 ($97–$340)
Emergency Room Visit $2,136 ($777–$4,855)
Dental Cleaning $126 ($73–$194)
Dental Filling $243 ($146–$388)
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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional) $44 ($24–$73)
Oil Change (Synthetic) $73 ($49–$117)
Brake Pad Replacement $291 ($146–$486)
Tire Rotation $39 ($19–$73)
New Tires (Set of 4) $583 ($388–$971)
Battery Replacement $194 ($97–$340)
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Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour) $97 ($58–$146)
Electrician (Per Hour) $87 ($49–$136)
HVAC Repair $388 ($146–$777)
HVAC System Install $6,797 ($3,884–$11,652)
Roof Repair $971 ($388–$1,942)
Roof Replacement $8,739 ($5,341–$14,565)
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Legal

Divorce (Uncontested) $1,457 ($486–$3,399)
Divorce (Contested) $14,565 ($4,855–$29,130)
DUI Defense $4,855 ($1,942–$9,710)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) $1,457 ($777–$2,913)
Will Preparation $486 ($194–$971)
Trust Preparation $2,428 ($971–$4,855)
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Personal Care

Men's Haircut $24 ($15–$44)
Women's Haircut $53 ($29–$97)
Hair Coloring (Full) $146 ($73–$243)
Manicure $24 ($15–$44)
Pedicure $39 ($24–$63)
Massage (1 Hour) $78 ($49–$126)
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Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon) $3.98 ($2.91–$5.34)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen) $3.40 ($2.43–$4.86)
Loaf of Bread $3.69 ($2.43–$5.34)
Chicken Breast (per lb) $4.37 ($2.91–$6.31)
Ground Beef (per lb) $5.34 ($3.88–$7.28)
Rice (per lb) $0.97 ($0.58–$1.75)
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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly) $136 ($78–$243)
Natural Gas (Monthly) $68 ($29–$146)
Water/Sewer (Monthly) $68 ($39–$117)
Internet (Monthly) $68 ($39–$97)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) $63 ($29–$97)
Cable TV (Monthly) $83 ($49–$146)
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Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown) $194 ($73–$486)
Car Insurance (Annual) $1,942 ($1,165–$3,399)
Bus Pass (Monthly) $68 ($29–$126)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) $15 ($7.77–$24)
Car Registration (Annual) $97 ($29–$243)
Driver's License Renewal $29 ($15–$73)
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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly) $1,165 ($583–$2,428)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) $971 ($486–$1,942)
After-School Care (Monthly) $388 ($194–$680)
Tutoring (Per Hour) $49 ($24–$97)
SAT/ACT Prep Course $971 ($388–$2,428)
Private School (K-12, Annual) $12,138 ($4,855–$29,130)
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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) $58 ($29–$97)
Dog Vaccination (Annual) $97 ($49–$194)
Dog Grooming $58 ($29–$97)
Pet Boarding (Per Night) $39 ($19–$73)
Dog Spay/Neuter $291 ($146–$486)
Cat Spay/Neuter $194 ($97–$388)
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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant$632
Toddler$598
Preschool$580
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$576
Toddler$550
Preschool$546
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Lubbock County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Health Care & Social Assistance 21,708 980 $61,282 1.00
Retail Trade 19,641 1,062 $38,939 1.30
Accommodation & Food Services 19,467 748 $22,377 1.41
Construction 8,006 855 $67,343 1.00
Wholesale Trade 6,478 442 $81,033 1.08
Administrative & Waste Services 6,443 402 $41,490 0.72
Professional & Technical Services 5,361 820 $73,016 0.51
Transportation & Warehousing 5,317 220 $53,711 0.83
Manufacturing 5,005 258 $59,846 0.40
Finance & Insurance 4,736 534 $91,249 0.77
Other Services 4,584 636 $46,590 1.00
Real Estate 2,419 515 $53,977 1.03
Arts & Entertainment 2,244 121 $21,197 0.88
Educational Services 1,980 91 $42,699 0.63
Information & Technology 1,826 88 $67,324 0.64
Management of Companies 1,048 46 $81,617 0.41
Mining & Oil/Gas 768 63 $101,434 1.34
Agriculture & Forestry 742 182 $50,995 0.60
Utilities 486 18 $114,007 0.84
Unclassified 112 68 $40,908 0.53

Schools in Shallowater

4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
SHALLOWATER H S High 542 49 11.1:1
SHALLOWATER MIDDLE Middle 500 42 11.9:1
SHALLOWATER INT Elementary 387 28 13.8:1
SHALLOWATER EL Elementary 330 20 16.5:1
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Radio Stations near Shallowater

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Double T 97.3 AAC 96 kbps

National Parks Near Shallowater

1 national parks and monuments found near Shallowater.

ParkTypeFee
Caprock Canyons State Park State Park Free

Museums in Shallowater

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
LCU ART GALLERIESART MUSEUM$42,720,264
SCIENCE SPECTRUMSCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM8067452525$2,066,481
LUBBOCK REGIONAL ARTS CENTERART MUSEUM8067478114$1,131,271
ENDOWMENT FUND FOR PRESERVATION OF RANCH HERITAGE OF AMERICAHISTORIC PRESERVATION$996,066
AGRICULTURAL HERITAGE MUSEUMHISTORY MUSEUM6056886226$538,469
PLAINS TRAIL REGION OF TEXASHISTORIC PRESERVATION8067471997$116,153
LUBBOCK REGIONAL PUBLIC SAFETY MEMORIAL ORGANIZATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION$85,409
NORTH RIDGE ZOO CREWZOO, AQUARIUM, OR WILDLIFE CONSERVATION8067936710$14,104
AMERICAN WIND POWER CENTERGENERAL MUSEUM8067478734
ART ON TEXAS AVENUEGENERAL MUSEUM8067452687
BUDDY HOLLY CENTERGENERAL MUSEUM8067753560
LUBBOCK LAKE LANDMARKGENERAL MUSEUM2401 LANDMARK LN8067421116
MOODY PLANETARIUMSCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM4TH & INDIANA AVENUE
MSAIDIA HISTORICAL & CULTURAL ARTS MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM
MUSEUM OF TEXAS TECH UNIVERSITYGENERAL MUSEUM8067422490
NATIONAL RANCHING HERITAGE CENTERGENERAL MUSEUM8067420498
NORTHWEST TEXAS MUSEUM ASSOCIATIONGENERAL MUSEUM8063765181
ROPESVILLE MUSEUM ASSOCIATIONGENERAL MUSEUM
SILENT WINGS MUSEUMSCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM6202 INTERSTATE 27 SVC RD8067753049
STARLAB PLANETARIUMSCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM2579 S LOOP 289 SUITE 250
TEXAS AIR MUSEUMHISTORY MUSEUM8068284664
WEST TEXAS HISTORICAL ASSOCIATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION8067429076
WEST TEXAS NATIVE AMERICAN ASSOCIATIONGENERAL MUSEUM2406 B 46TH

Libraries in Shallowater

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
LUBBOCK PUBLIC LIBRARY1306 9TH ST0.0475,372
CITY OF WOLFFORTH LIBRARY508 E HWY 62/820.028,290
SHALLOWATER SCHOOL COUNTY LIBRARY1202 12TH ST0.04,460
ABERNATHY PUBLIC LIBRARY811 AVE D0.02,912

Farmers Markets in Shallowater

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Apple Country Farmers Market19th and Ave AJune to SeptemberMon:9:00 AM - 5:30 PM;Tue:9:00 AM - 5:30 PM;Wed:9:00 AM - 5:30 PM;Thu:9:00 AM - 5:30 PM;Fri:9:00 AM Visit
The Farmers Pantry4843 W 50th St01/01/2017 to 12/31/2017Thu: 10:00 AM-6:00 PM;Fri: 10:00 AM-6:00 PM;Sat: 10:00 AM-6:00 PM;Visit
Wild West Farmers Market8116 19th St04/28/2018 to 10/27/2018Sat: 9:00 AM-5:00 PM;Visit
Wolfforth Farm Fresh MarketMain St and Dowden Ave05/18/2017 to 09/28/2017Thu: 10:00 AM-1:00 PM;Visit
Wolfforth Farmers Market8924 CR 710001/01/2018 to 12/31/2018Tue: 3:00 PM-7:00 PM;Sat: 10:00 AM-2:00 PM;Visit

Clinics in Shallowater

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Shallowater Clinic

Gas Stations in Shallowater

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Conoco
Valero

Banks in Shallowater

2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

First State Bank
Peoples Bank

Breweries in Shallowater

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Llano Estacado WineryWinery, Wine Bar, and Brewery3426 E Fm 15868067452258, [8067452258]
Ollie's LiquorLiquor Store, Wine Shop, and Brewery, Breweries, Beer & Ale Distributors, Liquor Stores, Wine & Dist3411 34th St8063685962Visit
Triple J ChophouseSteakhouse and Brewery, Brewery, Steakhouse, Steakhouse and Brewery Downtown Lubbock1807 Buddy Holly Ave(806) 771-6555, 8067716555Visit

Pharmacies in Shallowater

1 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy Address Phone
SHALLOWATER PHARMACY 703 AVENUE F 806-832-0250

Cell Towers in Shallowater

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
6356 Tennessee Rd (169598)GTOWER121
3 MI E 1.5 MI NTOWER109
5.8 miles E of US Route 84 & State Route 2130TOWER96
3.8 miles SE of US-62 & SR-1585, 4.0 miles S ofTOWER90
1.02 miles S of SR-114, 0.5 mile E of SR-168, 9.0 miles NW ofTOWER90
1303 East Street (Abernathy site)TOWER61
JUST OFF HIGHWAY 193 AND EAST OF FARM MARKET 179 (65289)MTOWER60
10527 FM 1585 (107454)LTOWER59
COUNTY ROAD 5500 AND I-27 (65282)LTOWER59
6552 E. St. Rd. 114 #A (169716)GTOWER57
112 NORTH FARM MARKET 179 (65288)LTOWER56
1206 Texas Ave (169594)MTOWER48
7825 WOODROW ROAD (65304)MTOWER47
13320 CR 1200 (87330)MTOWER41

Fire Stations in Shallowater

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
Shallowater Fire Department8th Ave G. AVEVolunteer806-832-4521

Bridges in Shallowater

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
CulvertConcrete19692415,869F
CulvertConcrete19693413,358G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete20171,66813,358G
CulvertConcrete1969439,901G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete19712104,857F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete19712104,666F
CulvertConcrete1963254,620G
CulvertConcrete1963594,150F
CulvertConcrete1963234,150G
CulvertConcrete2017501,522G
CulvertConcrete1973221,304G

Airports Near Shallowater

44 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Lubbock Preston Smith International AirportLBBMedium Airport
Bartos Farm AirportSmall Airport
BFS AirportSmall Airport
Biggin Hill AirparkSmall Airport
Cochran County AirportSmall Airport
Cone AirportSmall Airport
Crosbyton Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Everitt AirportSmall Airport
Fairview FieldSmall Airport
Floydada Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Foshee Spraying Service AirportSmall Airport
Gregg AirportSmall Airport
Hale County AirportPVWSmall Airport
Hart Aerial AirportSmall Airport
Horan AirportSmall Airport
Joe Vaughn Spraying AirportSmall Airport
Laney Farm AirportSmall Airport
Levelland Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Littlefield Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Locker Brothers AirportSmall Airport
Muleshoe Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Ott Farms AirportSmall Airport
Outback AirportSmall Airport
Post Garza County Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Pro Agri AirportSmall Airport
Quarterway AirportSmall Airport
Ralls AirportSmall Airport
Reese AirparkREESmall Airport
Rememberance AirportSmall Airport
Rose Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Russell Spraying AirportSmall Airport
Seagraves AirportSmall Airport
Sherman AirportSmall Airport
Sherman Farm Air AirportSmall Airport
Slaton Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Smith Farms AirportSmall Airport
Southwest Lubbock AirportSmall Airport
Sudan AirportSmall Airport
T Bar AirportSmall Airport
Terry County AirportSmall Airport
Town & Country AirparkSmall Airport
True AirportSmall Airport
Whitfield AirportSmall Airport
WWD Farms AirportSmall Airport

Police Stations in Shallowater

8 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Lubbock County Sheriff's Office712 Broadway
Lubbock Police Academy -J.T.Alley Training Center508 Davis Drive
Lubbock Police Department916 Texas Avenue
Lubbock Police Department East Division Station1801 East 19th Street
Lubbock Police Department South Division Station14005 Indiana Avenue
Lubbock Police Headquarters
SPAG Regional Law Enforcement Academy1313 58th Street
Texas Tech Police Department413 Flint Avenue

Grocery Stores in Shallowater

3 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
Dollar General 11614Other7457 Highway 84
The Grocery StoreConvenience Store701 Avenue F
Yesway 1153Convenience Store1105 12th St

Post Offices in Shallowater

2 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Shallowater Post Office105 Clovis Road
STR 126

Treatment Centers in Shallowater

6 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Lubbock LighthouseSubstance Abuse806-744-3419
Plainview Serenity Center Inc - DBA Recovery SolutionsSubstance Abuse806-687-3746
Starcare Specialty Health System - Medication Assisted TreatmentSubstance Abuse806-740-1421
StarCare Specialty Health System - Outpatient Substance UseSubstance Abuse806-740-1421
Sunrise Canyon HospitalBoth806-766-0310
Texas Tech Univ Health Sciences Center - Dept of Psychiatry SW InitiativeSubstance Abuse806-743-1489

DOL Wage Violations in Shallowater

1 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $35,062 in back wages owed to 7 employees.

1
Violations
$35,062
Back Wages Owed
7
Employees Owed
Data from the U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division (WHD) enforcement actions since FY 2005.
Employer Severity Parent Company ZIP Industry Cases Back Wages Per Employee Employees
DL Utilities & Services 79363 1 $35,062 $5,009 7

Churches & Religious Organizations in Shallowater

6 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
AMBASSADORS OF THE FLAME OF MERCY INCPO BOX 1707
CHUG MINISTRIES INCPO BOX 216
HOUSE OF SPIRITUAL TEACHINGS5617 NCR 1570
LA PALOMA MINISTRIES INCPO BOX 584
TWELFTH STREET CHURCH OF CHRISTPO BOX 186
VESSELS OF JOY FOR CHRIST803 AVENUE T

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UFO Sightings
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Meteorites
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Frequently Asked Questions About Shallowater

What is the population of Shallowater?

Shallowater has a population of 2,935 residents and is located in Texas. The population density is 1,812 people per square mile, spread across 1.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 36.9 years. The population is 48.1% female and 51.9% male.

Is Shallowater expensive to live in?

Shallowater has a cost of living roughly in line with the national average, with an index of 97.1 (baseline: 100). The median household income is $79,848, 6% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $210,400 (25% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,179 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.6x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Shallowater safe?

Shallowater is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 198 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Shallowater receives a safety grade of C+ based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Shallowater?

Shallowater enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 41°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 330 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 18.3 inches, with 7.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 42.

How is the job market in Shallowater?

Shallowater has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.0%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,047. There are 8,294 business establishments in the area, including 770 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 19 minutes, and 5.2% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Shallowater?

The median home value in Shallowater is $210,400. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $290,791. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,179. Fair market rent is $935 for a 1-bedroom and $1,149 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 81.4%. The average annual property tax is $8,545.

How are the schools in Shallowater?

Schools in Shallowater score 5.3 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 26.7% of adults in Shallowater hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.7% have completed high school. 7.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Shallowater?

The obesity rate in Shallowater is 33.6% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 12.9% of adults are smokers. 24.4% are physically inactive. 23.5% of residents report depression. 14.7% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 86.2% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,268.

What is transportation like in Shallowater?

The average commute in Shallowater is 19 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 87.7% of workers drive alone to work, and 5.2% work from home.

What are the demographics of Shallowater?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Shallowater is 72.1% White, 0.7% Black or African American. 83.6% of residents speak only English at home, while 16.4% speak Spanish. 8.0% of the population are military veterans. 21.1% of residents have a disability. 88.3% have health insurance coverage.

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