Best Online Engineering Programs in Lubbock, TX (2026)
Lubbock, Texas has a population of about 261,078. The city’s median household income is $60,487 (Census ACS 2023, 5-year). About 34.9% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor’s degree or higher. Our directory has 9 accredited schools offering engineering programs near Lubbock, with tuition ranging from $1,440 to $23,383 per year for indexed programs. In the Lubbock, TX metro area, the top-earning engineering-related role is Architectural and Engineering Manager at a median $161,000 annually (BLS OEWS, May 2024).
Closest Engineering Schools to Lubbock
The 9 accredited institutions below are the closest among the 9 schools in our directory that offer engineering programs near Lubbock. Distances are calculated from Lubbock city center.
| School | City | Distance | Tuition | Online |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Texas Tech University | Lubbock, TX | 1.4 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| South Plains College | Levelland, TX | 27.5 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Western Texas College | Snyder, TX | 83.2 mi | $3,240 - $12,444 | – |
| Clovis Community College | Clovis, NM | 93.3 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| New Mexico Junior College | Hobbs, NM | 93.5 mi | $1,440 - $9,150 | – |
| Eastern New Mexico University-Main Campus | Portales, NM | 93.8 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Howard College | Big Spring, TX | 94.3 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Southwest College for the Deaf | Big Spring, TX | 95.2 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| West Texas A & M University | Canyon, TX | 97.9 mi | $9,101 - $23,383 | – |
Source: IPEDS / College Scorecard (2023 cohort). Browse all Texas schools on the Texas engineering page.
Engineering Wages Near Lubbock
Lubbock is part of the Lubbock, TX metro area (BLS area code 31180). Where MSA-level wages are published, the table below shows MSA medians; otherwise it falls back to Texas statewide.
| Occupation | Median Wage | Source | COL-Adjusted (US=100) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Civil Engineer | $77,940 | Lubbock, TX | $85,367 |
| Electrical Engineer | $100,540 | Lubbock, TX | $110,120 |
| Mechanical Engineer | $87,040 | Lubbock, TX | $95,334 |
| Chemical Engineer | $135,160 | TX statewide | $148,039 |
| Aerospace Engineer | $126,470 | TX statewide | $138,521 |
| Biomedical Engineer | $97,160 | TX statewide | $106,418 |
| Environmental Engineer | $108,560 | TX statewide | $118,905 |
| Architectural and Engineering Manager | $161,000 | Lubbock, TX | $176,342 |
Source: BLS, May 2024 Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics publishes wage data at the metro (MSA) and state level – not by individual city.
Lubbock at a Glance
| Metric | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 261,078 | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B01003) |
| Median household income | $60,487 | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B19013) |
| Adults 25+ with bachelor’s+ | 34.9% | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B15003) |
| Regional Price Parity (US=100) | 91.3 (below U.S. average) | BEA RPP 2024 |
| Engineering-related employment in Lubbock County | 1,105 workers, 117 establishments | BLS QCEW 2024 annual |
Other Lubbock-Area Cities With Engineering Programs
- Plainview, TX – 44.1 mi away (24,257 pop)
- Hobbs, NM – 93.7 mi away (41,021 pop)
- Big Spring, TX – 94.7 mi away (29,267 pop)
- Clovis, NM – 96.0 mi away (43,327 pop)
Frequently Asked Questions
How many accredited engineering schools are near Lubbock, TX?
Our directory has 9 accredited schools offering engineering programs near Lubbock. The closest is Texas Tech University in Lubbock, TX (1.4 miles), and the farthest in our top picks is West Texas A & M University (97.9 miles). 0 of the highlighted schools are flagged as offering distance education.
What are the highest-paying engineering roles near Lubbock?
Based on BLS OEWS May 2024 wage data, the top-paying engineering-related roles near Lubbock are: Architectural and Engineering Manager ($161,000), Chemical Engineer ($135,160), Aerospace Engineer ($126,470). These reflect MSA-level medians where published, with Texas statewide fallback for occupations not reported at the metro level.
Should I look at programs in Plainview instead of Lubbock?
Plainview, TX is 44.1 miles from Lubbock and has its own set of local engineering programs – see the city’s page. For online programs, distance matters less; for hybrid or in-person formats, comparing both can help.
Is Lubbock an affordable place to study engineering?
Lubbock’s median household income of $60,487 (Census ACS 2023) is one input. Online programs let students stay in Lubbock while attending lower-cost out-of-state schools, and Texas public universities often offer reduced in-state online tuition.
How do I verify a program is accredited?
Confirm institutional accreditation via the U.S. Department of Education database (U.S. Dept. of Education database), and check for any program-specific accreditation listed by the school.
Related Resources
Data verified: May 5, 2026. Salary, employment, and tuition figures on this page are sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (OEWS May 2024; Employment Projections 2024–2034) and the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (2023 cohort). The source agency and data year are cited inline with every statistic.