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Lucas, TX


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Lucas, Texas

There are an estimated 2,890 people in Lucas.

The People and Families of Lucas

In Lucas, about 78% of adults are married. Many folks in Lucas are married and settled down. Families have pride of place in the city, and much of the housing seems designed with families in mind.

Wealth and Education

In 2000, Lucas had a median family income of $101,014. Lucas has more than its share of wealthy families and people. The city has a large middle class. You won't find a lot of people in Lucas living below the poverty line. It's worth mentioning that smart, educated people feel at home in the city. A tendency for its residents to work at home is one of the things that define the lifestyle in Lucas.

Political Inclinations

In the 2004 race for President, George W. Bush was the top recipient of campaign contributions ($250) in Lucas. Party contributions tended to flow to the Republican team.

Lucas Housing

Approximately 94% of housing in Lucas is owner-occupied. The city contains many homes that have been built in recent years. Property taxes are a bit high in Lucas, which may indicate the community's investment in its schools and infrastructure.

Commuting

In Lucas, 91% of commuters drive to work.

High Points

Lucas strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in Texas):

CategoryTrophy
Median Family Income
(vs. Peers)
Top 2%trophyLucas Median Family Income
People in Middle Class or Better
(vs. Peers)
Top 3%trophyLucas People in Middle Class or Better
College Educated Adults
(vs. Peers)
Top 5%trophyLucas College Educated Adults
Low Rate of Poverty
(vs. Peers)
Top 12%Lucas Low Rate of Poverty

Comparative Profile of Lucas, TX

Comparing Lucas to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Texas (State):

Ratings range from 1 (lowest) to 10 (highest).


The People

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Male Share of the Population88
Age of the Population78
Racial Diversity61
Well-Paid Single Men56
Well-Paid Single Women46
Children Under 5 Years Old42
Female Share of the Population33
Senior Citizens11

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Portion of People Married1010
Average Household Size109

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Median Family Income1010
People in Middle Class or Better1010
College Educated Adults1010
People Above Poverty99

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Working at Home1010
Public Transportation Use78
Short Commute Times11
Walking and Biking to Work11

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Housing Recently Built109
Seasonal and Vacation Housing44
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals11
Affordability of Rents11
Affordability of Property Taxes11
People Living Alone11
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