Cost of Living in Balch Springs, TX
Population: 27,181 • 2026 Data
$70,528
Median Household Income
-9% vs national
$1,260
Median Monthly Rent
-7% vs national
$208,200
Median Home Value
-39% vs national
8.3%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in Balch Springs
The median home value in Balch Springs, TX is $208,200. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $1,260, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $1,202.
Rent-to-income ratio: 21.4%. This is within the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting housing is relatively affordable for median-income earners.
Income and Employment
The median household income in Balch Springs, TX is $70,528. The unemployment rate stands at 8.3%, with a labor force of 13,979 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.