Lubbock is home to a diverse array of job opportunities. The major employers in Lubbock represent a broad spectrum of industries, which has aided in the development of a diversified economy. In addition to a strong medical sector, Lubbock is also home to a number of great academic employers such as Texas Tech University and the Lubbock Independent School District.
| Company | Industry | Number of Employees |
|---|---|---|
Source: April 2018 Dun & Bradstreet | ||
| Covenant Health | Hospitals | 5000 |
| UMC Health System | Hospitals | 4000 |
| United Supermarkets | Supermarket Headquarters | 4199 |
UMC Physician Network Services | Physician's Offices | 500 |
| Suddenlink Communications | Wired Telecommunications Carrier | 500 |
| X-FAB Texas | Computer & Electronic Product Manufacturing | 390 |
| Johnson Controls | Fire Supression System Manufacturing | 600 |
| NTS Communications | Wired Telecommunications Carrier | 230 |
| Lubbock Heart Hospital | Hospitals | 350 |
| Sodexo, Inc. | School Cafeteria Contractor | 300 |
| McLane High Plains | General Line Grocery Merchant Wholesaler | 335 |
| Tyler Technologies | Software Technology | 250 |
| Company | Number of Employees |
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|---|---|---|
Source: April 2018 Dun & Bradstreet | ||
| Texas Tech University | 6635 | |
Texas Tech Health Sciences Center | 5017 | |
Lubbock Independent School District | 3300 | |
| City of Lubbock | 2700 | |
| Lubbock County | 353 | |
Lubbock is the 11th largest city in Texas, the 2nd largest west of Interstate 35 and is projected to grow 7 percent through 2022. At 318,679 people (Metropolitan Statistical Area), Lubbock is the 11th largest city in Texas, the 2nd largest west of Interstate 35 and is projected to grow 7 percent through 2022. With a median age of 31, the city’s residents are youthful but hardworking. Featuring a regional population base of more than 645,647 people, Lubbock’s size affords businesses access to dedicated community leaders and personalized service, while providing you with a pipeline of personnel to fill workforce needs.
Lubbock’s vibrant art scene includes festivals, shows, performances and exhibitions throughout the year. From art galleries to music to dance, Lubbock’s art culture is thriving.
The transportation infrastructure that converges in Lubbock establishes it as a “Hub City.” Lubbock is home to the Lubbock Preston Smith International Airport, which provides major carrier service across the country and around the world. More than 60 commercial arrivals and departures take place each day serving 1.2 million travelers annually. Major interstates and highways, including Interstate 27, connect the city to two major east-west Interstate systems: Interstate 20 and Interstate 40. Lubbock is located on the main line of the Burlington Northern Santa Fe Railway that connects the city to major metropolitan areas of the Central and Western United States.
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