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Lufkin

Pop. 34,251·224th most expensive in Texas·One of the most affordable rental markets in the US
Median rent (all units)
$1,351/mo
Year-over-Year
+1.4%
Month-over-Month
+2.9%
vs US Median
-$611
Rising (Monthly)
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Lufkin · $1,351
More affordable than 85% of US cities · National median $1,962/mo
Affordability
28% of income
AFFORDABLE
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $1,351/mo, rent takes about 28% of the local median household income, comfortably within the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$54,000/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
Fair Market Rent (HUD)
$1,050/mo

These are HUD Fair Market Rents, the payment standard for a Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8). They often differ from the $1,351 market median above, and that is expected: FMR is the 40th percentile of standard-quality units and counts gross rent, so it includes essential utilities such as electricity, water, gas, sewer, and trash. The market median is asking rent, which usually excludes utilities. HUD sets FMR once a year; market rent here updates monthly.

Source: HUD Small Area Fair Market Rents. Read the methodology →

Rent trends

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Last updated: August 17, 2026

Annual cost
$16,212/yr
At $1,351/mo median
Rent Market Meter
Strong Landlord's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are up 1.4% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+1.4% YoY, +2.9% 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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At $1,351/mo, how Lufkin rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

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Lufkin rent by bedroom count

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About renting in Lufkin, TX

Last updated: August 17, 2026

The median rent in Lufkin is $1,351/mo as of August 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 1.4% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Lufkin an affordable city for renters?

Lufkin is considered affordable for renters. At $1,351/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 $54,000/year (~$26/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,351/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 1.4% over the past year as of August 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

Which Lufkin neighborhoods have the lowest rent?

The most affordable ZIP codes in Lufkin are 75901 ($1,425/mo), and 75904 ($1,557/mo). Citywide, the median rent in Lufkin is $1,351/mo.

How does Lufkin rent compare to other cities in Texas?

Lufkin is one of the more affordable cities in Texas for rent, ranking #224 out of 267 tracked cities at $1,351/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Lufkin?

Nacogdoches is nearby and more affordable at $1,110/mo, which is $241 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.

How does Lufkin rent compare to the national average?

Lufkin's median rent of $1,351/mo is $611 (31%) below the US national median of $1,962/mo. Within Texas, it ranks #224 out of 267 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
28%
AFFORDABLE

At $1,351/mo, rent takes ~28% of Lufkin's median household income ($57,048/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Lufkin 28%Benchmark 30%
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