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Measure LubbockTexas, United States Remove Lubbock
Scores (out of 10)
Overall score 5.7
Connector Score 5.7
Safety 3.6
Affordability 7.3
Transportation 8.0
Car-free friendliness 5.0
Walkability 5.6
Things to do 6.0
Food & dining 5.2
Places to stay 6.2
Nature & outdoors 3.5
Scenic value 4.8
Family friendliness 4.2
Solo-traveler friendliness 4.3
Nightlife 4.9
Remote-work friendliness 6.6
Road-trip convenience 5.8
Train-trip convenience 1.0
Bus-trip convenience 5.3
Cost (per person per day, USD)
Budget $93
Mid-range $140
Luxury $233
Living there
Cost of living index (national = 100) 92
Typical 1-bedroom rent $1,000
Population 273K
Getting there
Accessible by Drive Bus Airport
Car recommended —
Character
Best for Wine country
Known for Lakes & rivers, Museums & galleries, Historic sites, Wineries & breweries, Live music
When to go Peak: Texas Tech football weekends, graduatio…

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