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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 2025
18,159
55,150
2,620,945
Population growth 2015-2025
35.4%
33.9%
31.7%
Land area (sq. mi.) 2020
15.6
544.5
4,219.5
Median age 2026
39.3
37.6
36.1
Households 2026
6,104
17,982
1,071,655
Home ownership rate 2026
66.7%
72.8%
56.6%
Median household income 2026
$70,510
$70,842
$107,481
Per capita income 2026
$32,610
$31,467
$61,010
High school grads 2026
89.4%
84.5%
93.5%
College grads 2026
25.7%
21.5%
53.9%
Labor force 2025
26,176
1,555,142
Unemployment rate 2025
3.6%
3.5%
Public school enrollment 2025-2026
8,502
403,226
High school graduates 2025
679
26,886
Retail sales 2025
$330 mil.
$630 mil.
$52,913 mil.
Business
2025
Establishments
895
76,604
Employment
5,866
13,251
1,392,465
Average salary
$54,574
$53,235
$89,172
Mfg.business
2025
Establishments
38
2,267
Employment
550
85,332
Average salary
$54,496
$130,831

Source: Texas Comptroller for retail sales; Texas Workforce Commission for labor force and unemployment; Chmura Economics for businesses, employees, and salaries; Texas Education Agency for public school enrollment and graduates; ESRI for 2026 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