Lufkin, TX

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 6/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 5/10
school Colleges 1/10
accessibility Hospitals 4/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable transportation options.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
visibility Safety
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
local_airport Airports
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Average to Mixed. Schools perform near average overall, though quality can vary by campus. Students have access to standard educational pathways, with some stronger programs available.

Residents

Population
34,158 332.4M (US)
Median Age
33.4 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
62.4% 64% (US)
College-Educated
21.8% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$56,722 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
81.7% 88% (US)
Average Commute
19 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
23.5% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$162,600 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$553 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$848 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
45.7% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Angelina County
4
Lufkin Urban Area
4
Texas
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Angelina County
5
Lufkin Urban Area
5
Texas
5

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 0 47
Feb 4 0 51
Mar 4 0 58
Apr 3 0 65
May 4 0 73
Jun 5 0 79
Jul 3 0 82
Aug 3 0 82
Sep 4 0 77
Oct 5 0 67
Nov 5 0 57
Dec 5 0 49

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 32% of residents leaning left and 65% leaning right.

Liberal (32%) (66%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 70%
Hillary Clinton 28%
Other 2%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 17, TX State Senate District 3, TX State House District 9, TX
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Schools

Kurth Pri
<1 miles, SE
Lufkin Middle
<1 miles, E • 2.8 star
Dr Terry Robbins Middle
<1 miles, N • 2.3 star
Sarah Strinden El
<1 miles, N • 3.2 star
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Colleges

Academy of Hair Design-Lufkin
<1 miles, E • 1 star
Angelina College
2 miles, SW • 1.4 star
Stephen F Austin State University
21 miles, NE • 2.3 star
Academy of Hair Design-Jasper
52 miles, SE • 1 star
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Hospitals

Woodland Heights Medical Center
2 miles, NW • 4.1 star
Memorial Hospital
21 miles, NE • 3.2 star
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Airports

East Texas Regional Airport
73 miles, NE • 1 star
Tyler Pounds Regional Airport
82 miles, N • 1 star
Shreveport Regional Airport
94 miles, NE • 1.4 star
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