Slaton, TX
Full City Profile · Texas · Lubbock County County
Slaton, TX
At a Glance
How Slaton Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Slaton's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Slaton a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Slaton residents earn a median household income of $54,380 , which is 28% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $23,584. The unemployment rate stands at 6.9% (92% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 10.4% 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 Slaton is $86,400 , 69% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $145,578. Median rent is $1,042/month, with 19.5% 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 1964.
Safety & Crime
Slaton reports 516 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 36% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,192/100K.
Education
11.5% of adults in Slaton hold a bachelor's degree or higher (66% below the national average). 82.6% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.3/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Slaton 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 20.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 23.