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Cost of Living Comparison 2026

๐Ÿ“ Lufkin, TX โ€” ZIP-level rent data ยท COL adjusted from Houston, TX area

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You'd spend $2.8K/month more in Denver, CO

$150.0K in your current city equals $183.8K in Denver, CO

Rent data from HUD ZIP-level estimates ยท COL index from area
Overall Cost
โ†‘ 37.5%
More expensive
Monthly Impact
$2,816
Extra cost
Annual Impact
$33.8K
Per year

Based on monthly living costs (rent, groceries, utilities, transport, healthcare). Home purchase prices shown separately below.

Lufkin, TX

Population:34K
Cost Index:100
Median Home:$203K

Denver, CO

Population:716K
Cost Index:138
Median Home:$513K

Lufkin, TX

The Lone Star State

34K
Population
State Tax
No Income Tax

Located in Texas, this city has a population of 34K residents.

๐Ÿ’ก Advantage: Texas has no state income tax!

Denver, CO

The Centennial State

716K
Population
State Tax
Yes
Climate
Semi-arid

Notable Facts

  • โ€ขMile-high city (5,280 ft)
  • โ€ขOutdoor recreation hub
  • โ€ขMajor cannabis market

Major Industries

AerospaceTechnologyEnergyTourism

Cost Breakdown by Category

Annual spending: Lufkin, TX vs Denver, CO

๐Ÿ Housing
โ†‘ 98.8%
Lufkin, TX
$1,634
Denver, CO
$3,248
Difference
$1,614
more
๐Ÿ“ฆOther
โ†‘ 21.1%
Lufkin, TX
$1,465
Denver, CO
$1,774
Difference
$309
more
๐Ÿš—Transportation
โ†‘ 21.7%
Lufkin, TX
$1,201
Denver, CO
$1,462
Difference
$261
more
๐Ÿ›’Groceries
โ†‘ 24.1%
Lufkin, TX
$830
Denver, CO
$1,029
Difference
$200
more
๐ŸฅHealthcare
โ†‘ 23.5%
Lufkin, TX
$512
Denver, CO
$632
Difference
$120
more
โšกAll Utilities
โ†‘ 3.2%
Lufkin, TX
$503
Denver, CO
$519
Difference
$16.19
more

๐Ÿ›๏ธ Local Income Taxes

Denver, CO: Denver Head Tax ($5.75/mo, negligible)$69.00/yr (0.0%)

Lufkin, TX has no local income tax.

Local taxes are in addition to state income tax. Not all cities levy local income taxes.

๐Ÿ Rent Comparison

Studio
From$620
To$1,720
โ†‘ $1,100
1 Bed
From$634
To$1,840
โ†‘ $1,206
2 Bed
From$726
To$2,190
โ†‘ $1,464
3 Bed
From$972
To$2,870
โ†‘ $1,898
Lufkin, TXZIP-level data

1BR range: $900โ€“$900/mo

Denver, COZIP-level data

1BR range: $1,620โ€“$2,540/mo

๐Ÿ’ก Note: Rent prices are based on HUD Fair Market Rent data and represent median costs. Actual prices vary by neighborhood, amenities, and condition. Source: HUD Small Area Fair Market Rents FY2026.

$6,144
Monthly in Lufkin, TX
$8,665
Monthly in Denver, CO
$2,521
Difference

Home Values

Lufkin
Denver
$203K
Median Value
$513K
โ†‘ +2%
YoY Change
โ†“ -4.2%
โ†‘ +22.5%
5-Year Change
โ†‘ +13%
$203K
Price Range
$352K - $933K

Homes in Denver are 153% more expensive than Lufkin

Source: Zillow Home Value Index (ZHVI), January 2026

Tax Comparison

Annual tax burden comparison at $150.0K salary

Tax Savings
โ†“ $6.6K
More taxes
Monthly Difference
$550
Less take-home
Effective Rate Diff
4.4%
Rate difference

Lufkin, TX

Federal Income Tax
Effective: 18.9%
$25.5K
Texas State Tax
No state income tax
$0
FICA Taxes
Social Security + Medicare
$11.5K
Total Taxes
Effective: 24.7%
$37.0K
Take-Home Pay
$9,416/month
$113.0K

Denver, CO

Federal Income Tax
Effective: 18.9%
$25.5K
Colorado State Tax
Effective: 4.4%
$6.6K
FICA Taxes
Social Security + Medicare
$11.5K
Total Taxes
Effective: 29.1%
$43.6K
Take-Home Pay
$8,866/month
$106.4K

Additional Tax Information

Lufkin, TX Tax Rates

Sales Tax:8.2%
Property Tax:1.8%

Denver, CO Tax Rates

Sales Tax:7.8%
Property Tax:0.5%

๐Ÿ’ก Note: Tax calculations are estimates based on 2024/2025 tax brackets for single filers with standard deduction. Actual taxes may vary based on filing status, deductions, credits, and local variations.

Environment

Lufkin
Denver
61 Moderate
Air Quality
55 Moderate
13.7%
Good Air Days
35.2%
100 Very High
Climate Risk
95 High
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Top Hazards
๐ŸŒŠ๐ŸŒช๐Ÿ’จ
โ–ฒ+2.2ยฐF
2050 Outlook
โ–ฒ+3.3ยฐF
64 days
Heat Days >95ยฐF
28 days
โ–ฒ+2.2ยฐF
2050 Outlook
โ–ฒ+3.3ยฐF
64 days
Heat Days >95ยฐF
28 days

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