The Lubbock metropolitan area is the 145th largest metro area in the United States, with a total population of 323,755 spread across 30 cities and towns in TX. Anchored by Lubbock, this metro area is a significant economic and cultural hub that draws residents and businesses from across the region.

Residents of the Lubbock metro area earn an average household income of $59,312, while the average home value sits at $112,225. Renters in the area pay an average of $857 per month, making the cost of living relatively affordable compared to the national average. About 20.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher, reflecting the area's growing workforce.

The Lubbock metro reports an average violent crime rate of 277.1 per 1,000 residents, which is above the national average. Property crime averages 1,679.7 per 1,000 residents across the metro. The area experiences an average annual temperature of 60.5°F, with distinct four-season weather. The average poverty rate across cities in this metro is 14.9%, which is near the national average.

With 30 distinct communities ranging from major urban centers to smaller suburban towns, the Lubbock metro area offers a wide variety of living options. Despite its more compact size, the metro area provides a range of communities with their own unique character and appeal. Explore the full list of cities below to find detailed data on population, income, housing costs, and more.

Metro Area Overview

Climate

Avg Annual Temperature	60.5°F
Avg January Temp	40.5°F
Avg July Temp	80.2°F
Avg Annual Precipitation	18.9"

Safety

Avg Violent Crime Rate	277.1 per 1K
Avg Property Crime Rate	1679.7 per 1K

Economy

Avg Unemployment Rate	2.9%
Avg Poverty Rate	14.9%
Avg Median Age	37.3

All 30 Cities in Lubbock Metro Area

1 Lubbock TX 261,078

2 Levelland TX 12,565

3 Wolfforth TX 6,189

4 Littlefield TX 5,886

5 Slaton TX 5,811

6 Post TX 4,552

7 Abernathy TX 3,108

8 Shallowater TX 2,935

9 Floydada TX 2,618

10 Tahoka TX 2,455

11 Idalou TX 2,389

12 Crosbyton TX 1,718

13 Ralls TX 1,524

14 Morton TX 1,510

15 Sundown TX 1,477

16 Anton TX 1,121

17 Ransom Canyon TX 1,081

18 New Deal TX 927

19 Lorenzo TX 843

20 Petersburg TX 787

21 Wilson TX 528

22 Buffalo Springs TX 525

23 Ropesville TX 513

24 Smyer TX 398

25 Whiteface TX 390

26 New Home TX 355

27 Opdyke West TX 230

28 Bledsoe TX 120

29 Whitharral TX 89

30 Spade TX 33

Lubbock Metro Area

Largest Cities in Lubbock Metro

Lubbock, TX

Levelland, TX

Wolfforth, TX

Littlefield, TX

Slaton, TX

Post, TX

Abernathy, TX

Shallowater, TX

Floydada, TX

Tahoka, TX

Idalou, TX

Crosbyton, TX

Metro Area Overview

Climate

Safety

Economy

All 30 Cities in Lubbock Metro Area