Median Age
39 Years
Largest Age Group
10-19 Years
Approximately 14% of Residents
Under 20
26%
Over 65
18%
Lumberton
Lumberton, TX Area Guide
Avg Rent
$802
Population
14,826
Renter Mix
24% Rent
Welcome to the prettiest little city in Texas.
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Shopping
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Lumberton got its name honestly — this Hardin County town grew up around the sawmills and lumber camps that shaped Southeast Texas in the late 1800s, and that deep-rooted history gives it a grounded, unhurried character you won't find just anywhere. Sitting about 13 miles north of Beaumont along U.S. Route 69/96 (the Eastex Freeway), the city offers easy access to a larger metro area while keeping things refreshingly low-key. Village Creek State Park anchors the eastern edge of town with more than 1,000 acres of Piney Woods scenery, where cypress-lined bayous, fishing spots, and hiking trails make getting outside a natural part of everyday life. Parkdale Mall, just to the south in Beaumont, covers most major shopping needs, while Main Street handles everyday errands.
Renters here will find a mix of apartment communities and townhome-style rentals set among mature trees and spacious lots. The housing stock leans toward residential comfort rather than high-rise living, making it a solid option for anyone who wants more square footage without sacrificing proximity to Beaumont's dining, employment, and entertainment options. Lamar University, located in Beaumont, is just a short drive south for those connected to campus life.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$84,050
Average: $96,003
Education
2,974
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
6,527
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Lumberton has more homeowners than renters.
Renters
24%
Non-Renters
76%
Education Distribution
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Bachelor's or Higher
16%
Other Education
84%
Rent Trends
As of April 2026, the average apartment rent in Lumberton, TX is $837 for one bedroom, $1,087 for two bedrooms, and $1,411 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Lumberton has decreased by -0.7% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$837/month
645 Sq Ft
House
$2,409/month
1,654 Sq Ft
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Lumberton, TX is for everyday living.
Fairly Walkable
Walkability
40
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
90
/ 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Bikeability
30
/ 100
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Schools
Public
Grades K-5
622 Students
Public
Grades K-5
982 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
969 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,229 Students
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Points of Interest
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Parks and Recreation
- Village Creek State Park
Commuter Rail
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Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.