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Lufkin, TX Community

18 discussions from residents and visitors

Maya H.

Remote worker thinking about Lufkin

Curious what people think. I work in energy and Average temperature is around 66--F, so the weather is moderate. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. The weather takes some getting used to. Am I wrong here? It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. Property taxes are high but you...

3 replies 29 upvotes moving
omaha_gabriella

Best industries in Lufkin right now

Hey folks, The unemployment rate is 4.2%, which is about average. Poverty rate is 12.3%, which is around average. Crime rate is something to consider -Lufkin sits at 517.5 per 100K. It's a a smaller city city with about 34,158 people. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Property taxes are h...

18 replies 27 upvotes jobs
Emma Patel

Lufkin quality of life -am I missing something?

First post here. Poverty rate is 12.3%, which is around average. It's a a smaller city city with about 34,158 people. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. Any help is appreciated. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods.

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Aubrey M.

Thinking about relocating to Lufkin from Nashville

First post here. I'm a college student here and Poverty rate is 12.3%, which is around average. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. The city has invested a lot in new develop...

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Eva

Career opportunities in Lufkin, TX

Hey, We have two kids and You can expect to pay around $1,043 for rent here. Homes are going for about $162,600 on average. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. Any advice would be great. Traffic can be rough during rush ho...

3 replies 21 upvotes jobs
Santiago Thompson

Cost of living reality check -Lufkin

Longtime lurker here, I've been here for 4 years and Household incomes average around $56,722 in Lufkin. You can expect to pay around $1,043 for rent here. The city has invested a lot in new development. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. What would you do? The parks and outdoor areas...

11 replies 19 upvotes housing
omaha_gabriella

Best areas to explore in Lufkin?

Alright, I'm a college student here and With a population of 34,158, Lufkin is a smaller city. You can expect to pay around $1,043 for rent here. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarc...

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Aubrey M.

Job market in Lufkin for tech?

Hey folks, Homes are going for about $162,600 on average. Crime rate is something to consider -Lufkin sits at 517.5 per 100K. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. Thoughts? The weather takes ...

3 replies 26 upvotes jobs
Christian Morales

Best restaurants in Lufkin?

Anyone else feel this way? My family moved here when I was a kid. The unemployment rate is 4.2%, which is about average. It's a a smaller city city with about 34,158 people. The city has invested a lot in new development. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. Property taxes are high but you g...

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Stella

Relocating to Lufkin, TX -pros and cons?

Hi all, I relocated for work and Rent is about $1,043/month for a decent place. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. Has anyone dealt with this? It's not perfect, but the community is solid.

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John Richardson

Is it worth buying in Lufkin?

I'm single, late 50s, and Median household income is $56,722, which feels about average for the area.

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Emma Patel

Grocery stores in Lufkin -recommendations?

Curious what people think. I'm a teacher here and The unemployment rate is 4.2%, which is about average. Household incomes average around $56,722 in Lufkin. Crime rate is something to consider -Lufkin sits at 517.5 per 100K. You can expect to pay around $1,043 for rent here. It's a a smaller city ci...

6 replies 25 upvotes qa
Kinsley Alvarez

Biggest downsides of living in Lufkin?

First post here. We have two kids and Rent is about $1,043/month for a decent place. It's a a smaller city city with about 34,158 people. The city has invested a lot in new development. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. Am I overthinking thi...

2 replies 22 upvotes best-worst
Cora

Cost of living reality check -Lufkin

First post here. It's a a smaller city city with about 34,158 people. With a population of 34,158, Lufkin is a smaller city. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. Thoughts? Public transit needs a lot of work honestly.

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Mia

Life in Lufkin as a young professional

Not sure if this has been asked before, but You can expect to pay around $1,043 for rent here. Household incomes average around $56,722 in Lufkin. Rent is about $1,043/month for a decent place. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. Property taxes are high but you get good services. What are ...

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Maya H.

Anyone regret moving to Lufkin?

Anyone else feel this way? The median home value here is around $162,600, which is actually reasonable. Homes are going for about $162,600 on average. The weather takes some getting used to. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. The weather...

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