Shallowater, TX
Full City Profile · Texas · Lubbock County County
Shallowater, TX
At a Glance
How Shallowater Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Shallowater's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Shallowater a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Shallowater residents earn a median household income of $79,848 , which is 6% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $33,984. The unemployment rate stands at 4.4% (22% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 4.7% 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 Shallowater is $210,400 , 25% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $307,638. Median rent is $1,179/month, with 25.1% 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 1986.
Safety & Crime
Shallowater reports 206 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 46% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 240/100K.
Education
26.7% of adults in Shallowater hold a bachelor's degree or higher (21% below the national average). 92.7% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.3/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Shallowater has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 18.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 23.