How much does it cost to rent in Lufkin, TX?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Lufkin, TX is $1,313. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Lufkin cheaper than other Texas cities?

Lufkin is among the more affordable cities in Texas, ranking #233 out of 269 cities at $1,313/mo.

When was Lufkin rent data last updated?

Lufkin rent data reflects July 2026 and was last refreshed on July 20, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.

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Lufkin

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Pop. 34,251·233rd most expensive in Texas·One of the most affordable rental markets in the US

Median rent (all units)

$1,313/mo

Year-over-Year

+0.7%

Month-over-Month

+4.0%

vs US Median

-$652

Rising (Monthly)

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Lufkin · $1,313

More affordable than 87% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Affordability

28% of income

AFFORDABLE

0%30% benchmark60%+

At $1,313/mo, rent takes about 28% of the local median household income, comfortably within the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford

$53,000/yr

Local median income

$57,048/yr

Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Lufkin's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$865

1 BR

$910

2 BR

$1,050

3 BR

$1,345

4 BR+

$1,505

Research median

$1,050/mo

Bedroom estimates are gross rents that include essential utilities (electricity, water, gas, sewer, trash).

Rent trends

12-month history

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

Annual cost

$15,756/yr

At $1,313/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Strong Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are up 0.7% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.

Based on rent-price momentum (+0.7% YoY, +4.0% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Lufkin, TX is roughly split between renters and owners, has a large share of families with children, has a median income below the national average, 21.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

34,251

Median income

$57,048

Median age

34.6

Renters

48.4%

Age distribution

27.2%

23.2%

22.9%

15.2%

Under 1827.2%

18–3423.2%

35–5422.9%

55–6411.6%

65+15.2%

Gender

48.5%

51.5%

Male48.5%

Female51.5%

Race & ethnicity

49.2%

18.3%

33.8%

White49.2%

Black18.3%

Hispanic33.8%

Asian1.8%

Education (25+)

15.7%

32.2%

30.4%

21.8%

No HS diploma15.7%

HS diploma32.2%

Some college30.4%

Bachelor's+21.8%

Housing tenure

51.6%

48.4%

Owner51.6%

Renter48.4%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau · ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates

2021 vs 2026

How Lufkin, TX has changed in 5 years

Income

$49,601 → $57,048

up 15.0%

Population

34,264 → 34,251

up 0.0%

Renter share

47.9% → 48.4%

+0.5 pts

Bachelor's+

21.6% → 21.8%

+0.2 pts

Median age

33.3 → 34.6

+1.3 yrs

On the earnings side, the typical household in Lufkin, TX now reports about $57,048, up from $49,601 in 2021.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Lufkin on your salary?

At $1,313/mo, how Lufkin rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $93,535/yr · Rent = 16.8% income

very comfortable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $66,409/yr · Rent = 23.7% income

affordable

Police Officer

Avg $76,497/yr · Rent = 20.6% income

affordable

Software Developer

Avg $136,729/yr · Rent = 11.5% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $174,705/yr · Rent = 9% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $62,182/yr · Rent = 25.3% income

affordable

Truck Driver

Avg $56,143/yr · Rent = 28.1% income

affordable

Electrician

Avg $69,201/yr · Rent = 22.8% income

affordable

By apartment size

Lufkin rent by bedroom count

Median rent for each apartment size in Lufkin. Click any size for full breakdown.

Local insights

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About renting in Lufkin, TX

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Lufkin is $1,313/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $865/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,050/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $910/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,345/mo.

At 28% of local median household income ($57,048/yr), Lufkin ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 0.7% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Lufkin an affordable city for renters?

Lufkin is considered affordable for renters. At $1,313/mo, rent takes approximately 28% of the local median household income ($57,048/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Lufkin falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Lufkin?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $53,000/year (~$25/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,313/mo in Lufkin. The local median household income is $57,048/yr, meaning the typical Lufkin household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Lufkin?

Rent in Lufkin has increased 0.7% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

Which Lufkin neighborhoods have the lowest rent?

The most affordable ZIP codes in Lufkin are 75901 ($1,290/mo), and 75904 ($1,582/mo). Citywide, the median rent in Lufkin is $1,313/mo.

How does Lufkin rent compare to other cities in Texas?

Lufkin is one of the more affordable cities in Texas for rent, ranking #233 out of 269 tracked cities at $1,313/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Lufkin?

Nacogdoches is nearby and more affordable at $1,120/mo, which is $193 less than Lufkin.

What percentage of Lufkin residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 48.4% of Lufkin households are renters, while 51.6% are owner-occupied. Lufkin leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.