Tahoka, TX

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 10/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 5/10
accessibility Hospitals 6/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
visibility Safety
Secure and Stable. The area has very low levels of violent and property crime, offering a highly secure environment for residents.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
school Colleges
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
local_library Schools
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
2,455 332.4M (US)
Median Age
38.1 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
74.2% 64% (US)
College-Educated
23.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$52,576 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
81.9% 88% (US)
Average Commute
25 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
16.2% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$113,400 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$564 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$678 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
58.8% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Lynn County
1
Lubbock Metro Area
6
Texas
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Lynn County
2
Lubbock Metro Area
6
Texas
5

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 1 41
Feb 1 1 45
Mar 1 0 52
Apr 1 0 61
May 2 0 70
Jun 3 0 77
Jul 2 0 80
Aug 2 0 79
Sep 2 0 72
Oct 2 0 62
Nov 1 1 51
Dec 1 1 42

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 27% of residents leaning left and 70% leaning right.

Liberal (27%) (71%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 74%
Hillary Clinton 23%
Other 3%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 19, TX State Senate District 28, TX State House District 83, TX
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Schools

Tahoka El
<1 miles, NW • 2.8 star
Tahoka Hs
<1 miles, NW • 2.8 star
Tahoka Middle
<1 miles, NW • 2.3 star
Wilson School
11 miles, NE • 2.3 star
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Colleges

Texas Tech University
29 miles, N • 3.2 star
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Hospitals

Grace Medical Center
27 miles, N • 3.2 star
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Airports

Lea County Regional Airport
89 miles, W • 1 star
Abilene Regional Airport
133 miles, SE • 1 star
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