Lufkin, Texas Demographics & Population 2026
Demographic data: ACS 2020–2024 five-year estimates. Sources and methodology
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Lufkin, Texas had a total population of 34,251, the 110th largest city in Texas, with a median household income of $57,048, which is 27% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 18.0%.
Lufkin Quick Facts
How Lufkin Changed
Change from the non-overlapping 2015–2019 ACS period to 2020–2024. Earlier dollar figures are adjusted to 2024 dollars; changes marked “no clear change” are within the combined 90% margins of error.
| Metric | 2015–2019 | 2020–2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 35,465 | 34,251 | -3.4% |
| Median household income | $59,798 | $57,048 | No clear change (-4.6%) |
| Median home value¹ | $143,747 | $179,600 | +24.9% |
| Median gross rent | $1,053 | $1,079 | No clear change (+2.4%) |
How Lufkin Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
- White: 42.4%
- Black: 18.3%
- Hispanic: 33.8%
- Asian: 1.8%
- Other: 0.1%
Diversity Index
A diverse community with significant representation from multiple racial and ethnic groups.
State average: 67 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
- < High School: 15.7%
- HS Diploma: 32.2%
- Some College: 21.0%
- Associate's: 9.3%
- Bachelor's: 13.1%
- Graduate+: 8.7%
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Other Cities in Angelina County
Cities Similar to Lufkin
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| San Juan (Hidalgo County) | 36,149 | $56,562 | $126,700 | 14.8% | 22.4% |
| Seguin | 33,754 | $64,861 | $249,400 | 19.2% | 17.1% |
| Del Rio | 34,668 | $66,158 | $160,400 | 22.2% | 19.0% |
| Socorro | 37,123 | $54,744 | $144,500 | 12.8% | 20.7% |
| Cleburne | 34,344 | $70,656 | $221,100 | 20.3% | 10.0% |
Population Overview
Lufkin is a mid-sized community located in Texas, within Angelina County. The total population is 34,251. It ranks as the 110th most populous out of 1,795 Census-designated places in Texas.
Age Demographics
The median age in Lufkin is 34.6 years. This is 3% lower than the state median of 35.6 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Lufkin is $57,048. This is 27% lower than the state median of $78,476. It is also 29% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 18.0%. This is 31% higher than the state poverty rate of 13.8%. The unemployment rate is 7.0%. This is 32% higher than the state rate of 5.3%. The median home value is $179,600. Housing costs are 37% lower than the state median of $283,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.1x. 51.6% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 18% lower than the state average of 62.6%.
Race & Ethnicity
Lufkin is a highly diverse community where no single racial or ethnic group constitutes a majority of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 33.8%. The Black or African American population is significantly higher than the state average (18.3% vs 11.9%). The Asian population (1.8%) is well below the state average of 5.5%.
Education
21.8% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 36% lower than the state rate of 33.8%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 84.3%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Lufkin, Texas is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates. The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually and pools five years of responses so that even small communities can be measured, though the margin of error widens as the population falls. Comparisons are made against Texas state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 1,795 Census-designated places in Texas. Read more about how these figures are produced on our methodology page, or visit data.census.gov for official data.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Lufkin, Texas?
Lufkin, Texas has a population of 34,251 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Lufkin, TX?
The median household income in Lufkin is $57,048, which is 29% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Lufkin, TX?
The poverty rate in Lufkin is 18.0%. This means approximately 5,967 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Lufkin, Texas?
Lufkin's population is 42.4% White, 18.3% Black, 33.8% Hispanic/Latino, and 1.8% Asian.
What is the median home value in Lufkin, TX?
The median home value in Lufkin is $179,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.1x.
How educated is Lufkin, Texas?
21.8% of adults (25+) in Lufkin hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 8.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.