Texas
Lufkin is a mid-size city in Texas with a population of 34,158. Residents earn $56,722 per year, which is 25% below the national average.
Based on current data, Lufkin receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Lufkin offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Lufkin is $56,722, 25% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.2%, indicating a healthy job market. 12.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
The median home value in Lufkin is $162,600, 42% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,043 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
The violent crime rate of 432 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 — something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 5,550 per 100,000, 183% above the national average.
21.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 84.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.
Lufkin enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F. Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 50.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.
| English Only | 71.1% |
| 9% below US avg | |
| Spanish | 28.9% |
| 116% above US avg |
| Median HH Income | $56,722 |
| 25% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $27,793 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $966 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $67,415 |
| Unemployment | 4.2% |
| 17% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 12.3% |
| 1% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 1,952 |
| County GDP | $4,478M |
| Restaurants | 165 |
| Healthcare | 302 |
| Retail | 309 |
| Manufacturing | 68 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $6,753 |
| 93% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 4.15% |
| Commute Time | 17.6 min |
| Work from Home | 5.1% |
| Census Median | $162,600 |
| 42% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $195,501 |
| Median List Price | $240,000 |
| Median List Price | $240,000 |
| $/Sq Ft | $111 |
| Homes Sold | 7 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 98.1% |
| Price Drops | 28.7% |
| Inventory | 108 |
| Census Median Rent | $1,043 |
| 10% below US avg | |
| Zillow Rent (ZORI) | $1,408 |
| Studio | $887 |
| 1 Bedroom | $935 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,149 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,497 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,733 |
| Owner-Occupied | 52.0% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $6,753 |
| 93% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 4.15% |
| Obesity | 42.4% |
| 32% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 14.3% |
| Heart Disease | 6.5% |
| High Blood Pressure | 39.3% |
| Asthma | 11.4% |
| COPD | 7.6% |
| Stroke | 3.9% |
| Binge Drinking | 15.8% |
| Physical Inactivity | 34.1% |
| Depression | 23.6% |
| Mental Distress | 20.4% |
| Physical Distress | 16.4% |
| Insurance Rate | 80.8% |
| Checkup Rate | 74.4% |
| Premature Death | 12,483/100K |
| Food Environment | 6.4/10 |
| Exercise Access | 65.3% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 302 |
| Total Violent | 432.2/100K |
| 14% above US avg | |
| Murder | 2.8/100K |
| 56% below US avg | |
| Rape | 0.0/100K |
| Robbery | 134.9/100K |
| Assault | 294.6/100K |
| Total Property | 5,549.6/100K |
| 183% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 1,087.4/100K |
| Theft | 4,277.8/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 184.4/100K |
| Arson | 16.5/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 16 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 66.4°F |
| 23% above US avg | |
| January Average | 49°F (9°C) |
| July Average | 83°F (28°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 50.3 inches |
| 32% above US avg |
| AQI Median | 42.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 295 ft (90 m) |
| Area | 34.2 sq mi (88.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 998/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 31.3229°N, 94.7290°W |
| County FIPS | 48005 |
Winner: Republican by 52 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 21.8% |
| 35% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 84.0% |
| School Test Score | 5.10 |
| RUCC Code 5 | Nonmetro — Urban 20K+ |
| Population Density | 998/sq mi |
| Total Area | 34.2 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 2 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 2 |
| Public Libraries | 3 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 302 |
| Restaurants | 165 |
| Retail Stores | 309 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 16 |
| FEMA Disaster Declarations | 91 |
| Avg Commute | 17.6 min |
| Work from Home | 5.1% |