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Lumberton, TX

Lumberton is a city in Hardin County, Texas, United States. The population was 13,554 at the 2010 census, up from 11,943 at the 2000 census. Lumberton is the home of Village Creek State Park. The city is part of the Beaumont–Port Arthur metropolitan area. 

Lumberton is located in southeastern Hardin County at 30°15′50″N 94°12′7″W (30.263896, –94.201918). According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 13.4 square miles (34.7 km2), of which 13.3 square miles (34.4 km2) are land and 0.1 square miles (0.3 km2), or 0.77%, is water. The eastern border of the city is Village Creek, a southeastward-flowing tributary of the Neches River.

The Eastex Freeway (comprising US 69, 96, and US 287) runs north from Beaumont to the southern border of Lumberton, where it splits into two separate highways, both running north to south, with Highway 96 in the eastern portion of the city and Highways 69 and 287 in the western portion. The two highways house the majority of the commercial development in the city. US 96 leads north-northeast 7 miles (11 km) to Silsbee, while Highway 69/287 leads northwest 11 miles (18 km) to Kountze, the Hardin County seat. Beaumont is 12 miles (19 km) to the south. 

Lumberton is considered a "bedroom" community to Beaumont, the county seat of Jefferson County. It has many subdivisions and a school district.

The town was established as a stop on the Gulf, Beaumont, and Kansas City Railway that was built through the area in 1894. Serving the local sawmills and lumber camps, the post office was established at Lumberton in 1909. In 1914, the post office was relocated to the Fletcher site nearby, which was a major sawmill until the mid-1920s. After the closure of the sawmill at Fletcher, the area remained populated and became part of the city of Lumberton when it was first incorporated in July 1973 when the town city limits were within Beaumont's jurisdiction; however, two years later in 1975, Beaumont filed two lawsuits challenging Lumberton's right to exist. One lawsuit was with the State of Texas, the other lawsuit was local. The official judgment declared Lumberton a non-city. Lumberton was able to re-incorporate with new boundaries. 

Health and wellness are prioritized in Lumberton, with facilities and initiatives promoting residents' well-being. One of the most preferred hospitals in Lumberton, TX is the Altus Lumberton Hospital. Explore the parks, facilities, and programs offered by the Lumberton Parks and Recreation Department. These spaces provide opportunities for outdoor activities such as walking, jogging, sports, and picnicking. Join local fitness centers and gyms to participate in exercise programs, fitness classes, and strength training. Some popular options include CrossFit, Flex Gym, and Anytime Fitness. Discover the walking and biking trails in and around Lumberton, such as the Village Slough Inner Loop Trail and the Village Creek Trail. These trails offer opportunities for outdoor exercise and enjoyment of nature.

Top sites in Lumberton, TX are Village Creek State Park, Houston Museum of Natural Science, and Big Thicket National Preserve.

Population: 14,255 (2024). ZIP code: 77657. Area code(s): 409. Elevation: 25 feet. Area: 13.51 sq mi (34.99 km2).

FAQs

What is the race population in Lumberton, TX?

Lumberton, TX is home to a population of 13.4k people, of which 98.4% are citizens. As of 2021, 2.07% of Lumberton, TX residents were born outside of the country (278 people). In 2021, there were 16.7 times more White (non-Hispanic) residents (12.3k people) in Lumberton, TX than any other race or ethnicity. There were 732 White (Hispanic) and 198 Two+ (Non-Hispanic) residents, the second and third most common ethnic groups.

Is Lumberton, TX a good place to live?

Lumberton is in Hardin County and is one of the best places to live in Texas. Living in Lumberton offers residents a sparse suburban feel and most residents own their homes. Many families live in Lumberton and residents tend to be conservative. The public schools in Lumberton are above average.

What is the crime rate in Lumberton, TX?

Lumberton has an overall crime rate of 10 per 1,000 residents, making the crime rate here near the average for all cities and towns of all sizes in America. According to our analysis of FBI crime data, your chance of becoming a victim of crime in Lumberton is 1 in 103. Lumberton's crime rate is lower than approximately 56% of Texas communities.

Sources

Wikipedia 

City of Lumberton

Altus Lumberton Hospital

Lumberton Parks and Recreation Department

CrossFit

Flex Gym 

Anytime Fitness

Village Slough Inner Loop Trail

Village Creek Trail

Village Creek State Park

Houston Museum of Natural Science

Big Thicket National Preserve

DataUSA

Niche

Neighborhoodscout

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