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Lamesa, Texas

city · Dawson County

At a glance

8,393
Population
$95,000
Median home value (all homes)
69% below U.S. median
$115,363
Typical market value
Zillow, 2026-07
$813/mo
Median rent
40% below U.S. median
$49,007
Median household income
38% below U.S. median
24.9 min
Average commute
83%
Homes with broadband
100%
Locations with fiber available
7.3%
Unemployment

Cost of living (Clay Affordability Index)

CAI 79 — 21% below the national average. how it's computed

Housing51% below
Goods & services5% below
Utilities2% above
Taxes57% below
Insurance25% above
Commute cost18% below
For business: Texas is CBII band 3/5 · time to build band 1/5. See state page for the breakdown.

Living here

Nearest 4-year college50 mi
Nearest community college44 mi
Nearest technical college54 mi
High school graduates76%
College graduates13.8%

Doing business here

Economic development contacts, most local first:

city Luling Economic Development Corporation
The Luling Economic Development Corporation is dedicated to fostering sustainable economic growth by attracting and retaining businesses, enhancing infrastructure, and improving the quality of life for residents. It focuses on downtown revitalization, workforce development, and partnerships with local businesses, schools, and community organizations.
state Office of the Governor (Texas)
Texas Economic Development Corporation (TxEDC) markets Texas as the premier destination for business and provides information to help businesses explore opportunities in Texas. It supports the Governor’s Office of Economic Development and Tourism in promoting Texas as a premier destination for business.
state Texas Economic Development
The Texas Economic Development & Tourism Office offers resources for Texas businesses, communities and residents, as well as those looking to do business in Texas. Our office publishes in-depth reports on the economy of Texas and the state’s targeted growth industries. We also offer a number of events throughout the year, covering a wide range of business-related topics—everything from getting started in the state to growing your business internationally.
State sales taxYes
State income taxNone
Right-to-work stateYes

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