What BestPlaces Users Say about Lufkin
Lufkin, Texas is a small city located in the eastern part of the state, known for its lush pine forests and outdoor recreational opportunities. With a population of just over 35,000, it offers a small town feel with convenient access to larger cities like Houston and Dallas. In order to gain a better understanding of living in Lufkin, we have gathered user reviews from BestPlaces.net to provide a diverse perspective on the city.
According to Sarah M., Lufkin is a "great place to raise a family." She goes on to mention the friendly community and affordable cost of living as major perks of living in the area. Similarly, John D. shares that Lufkin is "a safe and quiet place to call home." He praises the low crime rate and the abundance of parks and outdoor activities for families.
On the other hand, Jason B. has a different opinion on Lufkin. He states, "The job market is limited, and there's not much to do here for young professionals." He also mentions the lack of diverse cultural offerings as a drawback. Similarly, Amanda R. adds, "The summers are extremely hot and humid, and the traffic can be heavy at times." These factors may not make Lufkin an ideal place for everyone.
Overall, it seems that Lufkin offers a peaceful and family-friendly environment, but may not provide enough opportunities for young professionals or those seeking a diverse and bustling city life. As noted by these user reviews, the cost of living is relatively low and the community is welcoming, making Lufkin an attractive option for families or retirees looking for a slower pace of life.
based on 3 ReviewsGet to know Lufkin with the latest comments and reviews from people who live in or have visited Lufkin
Family Friendly - 2/11/2010
Lufkin is a nice town with many ammenities for the size. It is a great area to raise a
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Quality of Life - 3/10/2008
We have a city that is a sleeper for quality of living. You can be any place
in five minutes and we have all the major restuarants...We have a golf course that has been Rated #1 in the State for many years @ a reasonable price.We have two large lakes within one hour, Sam Rayburn and Toledo Bend.
Our community is located in the center of a triangle of Houston, Dallas and Shreveport and major roads into the city.A junior college is located in the city and young and retirement are welcome to the community.
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I don't know where you are wanting - 3/30/2006
We live in Lufkin Tx. well just alittle out of lufkin in HUDSON. I love it here. Lots of new job opp. and the city of Lufkin is about 3miles away and is getting bigger and bigger, but not Hudson it is all country. Not really Farm like or what ever, but you know your nabors and the parents of the kids who gose to school with yours and we have yards and in the last...6 yrs we got our first of sub divitions.If thats what you could call them.But it is a great place.
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