Lamb County, TX
Livability
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Bikeability
1/10
directions_run
Walkability
1/10
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Transit
1/10
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Commute
8/10
home
Housing
8/10
visibility
Safety
5/10
local_library
Schools
4/10
local_airport
Airports
2/10
school
Colleges
4/10
accessibility
Hospitals
5/10
- directions_bike Bikeability
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Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
- directions_run Walkability
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Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
- directions_car Commute
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Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable transportation options.
- directions_bus Transit
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Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
- home Housing
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Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
- visibility Safety
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Safety Challenges. The area has higher crime rates, with a noticeable presence of violent or property crime requiring vigilance.
- local_airport Airports
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Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
- accessibility Hospitals
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Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
- school Colleges
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Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
- local_library Schools
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Average to Mixed. Schools perform near average overall, though quality can vary by campus. Students have access to standard educational pathways, with some stronger programs available.
Residents
Population
12,919
332.4M (US)
Median Age
36.6 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
68.5%
64% (US)
College-Educated
14.3%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$56,997
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
83.2%
88% (US)
Average Commute
19 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
10.1%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$76,600
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$397
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$593
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
56.8%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
Texas
4
United States
4
Property Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.
How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places
Texas
5
United States
4
Climate
| Month | Rain (in) | Snow (in) | Temp (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 1 | 2 | 37 |
| Feb | 1 | 1 | 41 |
| Mar | 1 | 0 | 48 |
| Apr | 1 | 0 | 56 |
| May | 2 | 0 | 66 |
| Jun | 3 | 0 | 74 |
| Jul | 2 | 0 | 77 |
| Aug | 3 | 0 | 76 |
| Sep | 2 | 0 | 69 |
| Oct | 2 | 0 | 58 |
| Nov | 1 | 1 | 46 |
| Dec | 1 | 2 | 37 |
Hazards
Inland Flood Risk
Tornado Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is deep red country, with 21% of residents leaning left and 75% leaning right.
Liberal (21%) (77%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 79%Related Legislative Districts
Congressional District 19, TX State Senate District 28, TX State House District 88, TXSchools
Amherst School
5 miles, SW
•
2.8
Littlefield El
10 miles, S
•
2.3
Littlefield Pri
10 miles, S
Littlefield Jh
10 miles, S
•
2.8
Colleges
South Plains College
34 miles, SW
•
1.9
Wayland Baptist University
36 miles, E
•
1.9
Covenant School of Nursing and Allied Health
41 miles, S
Lubbock Christian University
42 miles, S
•
2.3
Hospitals
Lamb Healthcare Center
11 miles, S
Muleshoe Area Medical Center
24 miles, NW
Plains Memorial Hospital
34 miles, NE
Cochran Memorial Hospital
34 miles, SW
Airports
Lubbock Preston Smith International Airport
41 miles, SE
•
1.4
Rick Husband Amarillo International Airport
88 miles, NE
•
1.4
Lea County Regional Airport
108 miles, SW
•
1
Roswell Air Center
136 miles, W
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1