Lubbock vs Houston
| Lubbock | Houston | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 258,190 | 2,296,253 |
| Median Household Income | $60,895 | $64,813 |
| Median Home Value | $212,400 | $277,800 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,182/mo | $1,361/mo |
| Homeownership Rate | 51.2% | 42.1% |
| Unemployment Rate | 5.2% | 6.9% |
| Bachelor's Degree or Higher | 35.1% | 36.6% |
| Median Age | 30.5 | 34.4 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey, ACS 2020-2024.