CITY · TX

What county is Lubbock, TX in?

Lubbock, TX is mostly in Lubbock County. County FIPS code 48303, population 320,940 (2023 estimate).

County details

City: Lubbock, Texas
Primary county: Lubbock County
FIPS code: 48303
County population: 320,940

Some cities extend into more than one county. Lubbock is placed in the county that contains its center. For a specific address, use the address lookup.

Questions

What county is Lubbock in?

Lubbock, TX is mostly in Lubbock County.

What is the county seat of Lubbock County?

County seats are not part of the data on this site. Check the county’s official website.

Can a city be in two counties?

Yes. Large cities such as Houston and Atlanta cross county lines. The address lookup shows the exact county for any street address.

Sources: U.S. Census Bureau geographic reference files; FCC Area API; Census Bureau Population Estimates, Vintage 2023. Last reviewed 2026-10-27.