Cost of Living in Carrollton, TX
Population: 132,741 • 2026 Data
$99,115
Median Household Income
+28% vs national
$1,674
Median Monthly Rent
+24% vs national
$353,600
Median Home Value
+4% vs national
3.2%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in Carrollton
The median home value in Carrollton, TX is $353,600. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $1,674, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $1,689.
Rent-to-income ratio: 20.3%. This is within the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting housing is relatively affordable for median-income earners.
Income and Employment
The median household income in Carrollton, TX is $99,115. The unemployment rate stands at 3.2%, with a labor force of 81,084 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.