Lufkin, TX vs Pharr, TX

Pharr is moderately more affordable than Lufkin, with a 12.8% lower cost of living index. Lufkin scores 78 compared to 69 for Pharr, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Lufkin can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Lufkin is $1,043/month compared to $990/month in Pharr — a 5% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Pharr is more affordable at $111,500 median vs $162,600.

Median household income in Lufkin is $56,722 compared to $49,884 in Pharr (+13.7%). While Lufkin is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Lufkin spend roughly 22.1% of their income on rent, less than the 23.8% in Pharr.

Climate-wise, Pharr is notably warmer with an average of 77.4°F compared to 66.4°F in Lufkin. Lufkin receives more rainfall at 50.3" per year compared to 22.2" in Pharr.