Lufkin, TX vs Reedley, CA
Side-by-side comparison of housing, income, commute, safety, and quality of life.
Score Snapshot
No universal winner
Scores summarize the published model. Use the objective metric differences below and your own priorities to choose.
Lufkin
78.1
#197 nationally
Reedley
66.5
#1539 nationally
Reedley leads in walk score (50 vs 25). Lufkin leads in average commute (17.3 min vs 23.4 min). Lufkin leads in cost of living index (91 vs 117).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Lufkin, TX | Reedley, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 78.1 (#197) | 66.5 (#1539) |
| Population | 34,181 | 25,958 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $200,713 | $391,683 |
| Median Household Income | $57,938 | $61,629 |
| Average Commute | 17.3 min | 23.4 min |
| Walk Score | 25 | 50 |
| Crime Level | 14.5 | 15.5 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 91 | 117 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+52.0 | R+4.4 |
C+
78.1 Score
Lufkin, TX
Small Texas city with local appeal
Median Home
$200,713
Population
34,181
Crime
Moderate-High
Walk Score
25
Southwest
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66.5 Score
Reedley, CA
Small California city with local appeal
Median Home
$391,683
Population
25,958
Crime
High
Walk Score
50
Pacific
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