Lumberton, TX vs Pilot Point, TX

Lumberton is moderately more affordable than Pilot Point, with a 10.6% lower cost of living index. Lumberton scores 84 compared to 94 for Pilot Point, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Pilot Point can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Lumberton is $982/month compared to $1,182/month in Pilot Point — a 17% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Lumberton has cheaper rent, Pilot Point actually has lower median home values ($268,300 vs $271,500).

Median household income in Lumberton is $104,551 compared to $79,128 in Pilot Point (+32.1%). Lumberton offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Lumberton spend roughly 11.3% of their income on rent, less than the 17.9% in Pilot Point.

Climate-wise, Lumberton is notably warmer with an average of 69.9°F compared to 64.5°F in Pilot Point. Lumberton receives more rainfall at 62.1" per year compared to 35.6" in Pilot Point.