Cost of Living in Abilene, TX
Population: 127,130 • 2026 Data
$62,720
Median Household Income
-19% vs national
$1,106
Median Monthly Rent
-18% vs national
$178,900
Median Home Value
-47% vs national
2.5%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in Abilene
The median home value in Abilene, TX is $178,900. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $1,106, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $1,114.
Rent-to-income ratio: 21.2%. This is within the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting housing is relatively affordable for median-income earners.
Income and Employment
The median household income in Abilene, TX is $62,720. The unemployment rate stands at 2.5%, with a labor force of 62,637 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.