As the proclaimed "BBQ Capital of Texas," the city charms residents and visitors alike with boutique shopping, live music, and renowned restaurants, making it a cultural haven.

A vibrant community pulsating with potential, Lockhart invites exploration just 30 minutes southeast of downtown Austin. The heart of Lockhart, centered around the state’s most iconic courthouse often featured in films and TV shows, creates a picturesque backdrop for a bustling downtown. As the proclaimed “BBQ Capital of Texas,” the city charms residents and visitors alike with boutique shopping, live music, and renowned restaurants, making it a cultural haven. 

Positioned along the SH-130 toll road, Lockhart’s rich history and Texan charm have captured the attention of commercial developers, retailers, and home builders, catalyzing a surge of development in the region. This strategic location, coupled with its vibrant cultural scene, establishes Lockhart as an alluring destination where history, entertainment, and progress seamlessly converge.

LOCKHART
CALDWELL COUNTY
AUSTIN MSA
Population 2023
15,318
49,859
2,473,275
Population growth 2013-2023
18.1%
27.3%
31.3%
Land area (sq. mi.) 2020
15.6
544.5
4,219.5
Median age 2024
39.0
37.3
35.5
Households 2024
5,300
16,146
992,698
Home ownership rate 2024
63.9%
71.7%
58.0%
Median household income 2024
$68,760
$69,369
$98,368
Per capita income 2024
$30,503
$31,094
$54,422
High school grads 2024
87.6%
83.1%
92.9%
College grads 2024
21.1%
19.0%
51.9%
Labor force 2023
22,091
1,454,802
Unemployment rate 2023
3.5%
3.3%
Public school enrollment 2021-2022
7,777
328,852
High school graduates 2022
489
22,140
Retail sales 2023
$291 mil.
$184 mil.
$48,390 mil.
Business
2023
Establishments
877
76,406
Employment
10,037
1,248,890
Average salary
$50,221
$84,375
Mfg.business
2023
Establishments
36
2,239
Employment
493
72,133
Average salary
$60,501
$126,226

Source: Texas Comptroller for retail sales; Texas Workforce Commission for labor force, unemployment, businesses, employees, and salaries; Texas Education Agency for public school enrollment and graduates; ESRI for 2024 demographic estimates; and U.S. Census Bureau for all other data.

contact
Organization:
Lockhart Economic Development Corporation
Location:
215 E Market St. Lockhart, TX 78644
Organization:
Lockhart Chamber of Commerce
Location:
631 S Colorado St. Lockhart, TX 78644
Organization:
Greater Caldwell County Hispanic Chamber of Commerce
Location:
1205 S Main St. Lockhart, TX 78644