Angelina College
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Online programsYes
Best Online Nursing Programs in Lufkin, TX (2026)
Lufkin, Texas has 5 accredited schools offering nursing programs, with tuition ranging from $2,160 to $14,924 per year for indexed programs. Lufkin has a population of about 34,158. Median household income is $56,722 (Census ACS 2023, 5-year). About 21.8% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor’s degree or higher. In Texas, the top-earning nursing-related role is Nurse Anesthetist at a median $244,990 annually (BLS, May 2025).
Closest Nursing Schools to Lufkin
The 5 accredited institutions below are the closest among the 5 schools in our directory that offer nursing programs near Lufkin. Distances are calculated from Lufkin city center.
How We Rank Schools
Every school list on this site is ordered by the BOC Score, computed from the most recent school-level data published by the U.S. Department of Education (College Scorecard and IPEDS). To qualify, a school must be currently operating and accredited by an agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Each eligible school is then scored on five measures, percentile-ranked against schools at the same credential level:
- Graduation rate 30%
- Median earnings, 10 years after entry 25%
- Average net price (lower is better) 20%
- Retention rate 15%
- Fully online availability 10%
Schools without enough outcome data appear after ranked schools, without a score. On this page, schools are ordered by distance from Lufkin. Advertising never affects these rankings. Read the full methodology.
Panola College
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Online programsYes
Kilgore College
Published tuition$2,160 - $14,924
Online programsYes
The University of Texas at Tyler
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Online programsYes
Tyler Junior College
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Online programsYes
Source: IPEDS / College Scorecard (2023 cohort). Browse all Texas schools on the Texas nursing page.
Nursing Wages Near Lufkin
| Occupation | Median Annual Wage (Texas, statewide) |
|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | $95,970 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $62,240 |
| Nurse Anesthetist | $244,990 |
| Nurse Midwife | $123,380 |
| Nurse Practitioner | $131,670 |
| Nursing Assistant | $37,500 |
Source: BLS, May 2025 Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics publishes wage data at the metro (MSA) and state level – not by individual city.
Lufkin at a Glance
| Metric | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 34,158 | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B01003) |
| Median household income | $56,722 | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B19013) |
| Adults 25+ with bachelor’s+ | 21.8% | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B15003) |
| Nursing-related employment in Angelina County | 2,796 workers, 28 establishments | BLS QCEW 2024 annual |
Other Lufkin-Area Cities With Nursing Programs
- Nacogdoches, TX – 20.7 mi away (35,525 pop)
- Huntsville, TX – 64.8 mi away (39,476 pop)
- Tyler, TX – 76.8 mi away (140,857 pop)
- Conroe, TX – 82.1 mi away (82,286 pop)
- Longview, TX – 82.8 mi away (100,852 pop)
Frequently Asked Questions
How many accredited nursing schools are near Lufkin, TX?
Our directory has 5 accredited schools offering nursing programs near Lufkin. The closest is Angelina College in Lufkin, TX (1.3 miles), and the farthest of the schools shown is Tyler Junior College (76.5 miles). 5 of the highlighted schools are flagged as offering distance education.
What are the highest-paying nursing roles in Texas?
Based on BLS May 2025 state wage data, the top-paying nursing-related roles in Texas are: Nurse Anesthetist ($244,990), Nurse Practitioner ($131,670), Nurse Midwife ($123,380). Wages for Lufkin workers will track these statewide medians, adjusted for local cost of living.
Should I look at programs in Nacogdoches instead of Lufkin?
Nacogdoches, TX is 20.7 miles from Lufkin and has its own set of local nursing programs – see the city’s page. For online programs, distance matters less; for hybrid or in-person formats, comparing both can help.
Is Lufkin an affordable place to study nursing?
Lufkin’s median household income of $56,722 (Census ACS 2023) is one input. Online programs let students stay in Lufkin while attending lower-cost out-of-state schools, and Texas public universities often offer reduced in-state online tuition.
How do I verify a program is accredited?
Confirm institutional accreditation via the U.S. Department of Education database (U.S. Dept. of Education database), and check for any program-specific accreditation listed by the school.
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Data verified: June 11, 2026. Salary, employment, and tuition figures on this page are sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (OEWS May 2025; Employment Projections 2024–2034) and the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (2023 cohort). The source agency and data year are cited inline with every statistic.