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Lufkin, Texas

Introduction to Lufkin, Texas

Lufkin, Texas, in Angelina county, is 77 miles SE of Tyler, Texas (center to center) and 115 miles N of Houston, Texas. The city has a population of 32,709.

Lufkin History

The community of Lufkin was founded in 1882. At that time, it was a train stop on the Houston, East and West Texas Railway. The city was named after Abraham P. Lufkin, a cotton merchant from Galveston. S. Abram's general store was one of the first stores in the area. The city's post office was also established in 1882, and William A. Abney became the first postmaster. Lufkin was incorporated on October 15, 1890, and J. M. Smith became the first mayor. The city is also home to Lufkin Industries which was established in 1902.

Lufkin and nearby Attractions

  • Davy Crockett National Forest
  • Ellen Trout Zoo
  • Angelina National Forest
  • Museum of East Texas
  • Shirley Creek Park
  • Texas Forestry Museum

Things To Do In Lufkin

Lufkin offers easy access to the Ellen Trout Zoo which includes a miniature train and a beautiful lake for fishing. The city has several other parks and open spaces including Gulf Park, Winston Park, Kit McConnico Park, Brandon Park, Jones Park, Morris Franks Park, and Lufkin Land Park. Hiking can also be enjoyed at the Azalea Trail. One can also spend their leisure hours in Dave's Skate Park.

Lufkin Transportation

Flights can be availed from East Texas Regional Airport.

Lufkin Higher Education

Angelina College is the local college. Higher educational facilities are also offered by Stephen F. Austin State University, The University of Texas at Tyler, and Tyler Junior College.

High Points

Lufkin strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in Texas):

CategoryTrophy
Short Commute Times
(vs. Peers)		Top 6%Lufkin Short Commute Times
Racial Diversity
(vs. Peers)		Top 6%Lufkin Racial Diversity
Affordability of Rents
(vs. Peers)		Top 15%Lufkin Affordability of Rents

Comparative Profile of Lufkin, TX

Comparing Lufkin to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Texas (State):

Ratings range from 1 (lowest) to 10 (highest).


The People

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Racial Diversity1010
Female Share of the Population98
Children Under 5 Years Old87
Senior Citizens87
Age of the Population45
Well-Paid Single Women38
Well-Paid Single Men27
Male Share of the Population23

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Average Household Size64
Portion of People Married53

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
College Educated Adults58
Median Family Income36
People Above Poverty24
People in Middle Class or Better25

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Short Commute Times1010
Working at Home57
Walking and Biking to Work27
Public Transportation Use17

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Affordability of Rents95
Affordability of Property Taxes84
Seasonal and Vacation Housing85
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals710
Housing Recently Built66
People Living Alone68

Crime

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Low Property Crime32
Low Violent Crime21

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