Forest Products

The timber industry continues to have a lasting impact on growth and business in Lufkin; its local annual economic impact is $398.2 million. In 2022, Angelina Forest Products opened a $100 million sawmill that will contribute $52 million to the Texas economy, and create 100 jobs. Overseas Hardwood and Sterling Lumber Company announced relocations to Lufkin as well. Combined, the three companies will create approximately 300 area jobs.

In Angelina County, Forestry contributes $260.9 million in economic activity, 862 jobs, and $60.2 million in labor income to the Texas economy.

Key Companies

• Angelina Forest Products, LLC
• Georgia Pacific
• Overseas Hardwood
• Sterling Lumber Company