Cost of Living in Lufkin, TX
Population: 34,158 • 2026 Data
$56,722
Median Household Income
-27% vs national
$1,043
Median Monthly Rent
-23% vs national
$162,600
Median Home Value
-52% vs national
6.9%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in Lufkin
The median home value in Lufkin, TX is $162,600. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $1,043, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $1,050.
Rent-to-income ratio: 22.1%. This is within the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting housing is relatively affordable for median-income earners.
Income and Employment
The median household income in Lufkin, TX is $56,722. The unemployment rate stands at 6.9%, with a labor force of 15,883 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.