Cost of Living in Channelview, TX
Population: 43,536 • 2026 Data
$65,775
Median Household Income
-15% vs national
$1,202
Median Monthly Rent
-11% vs national
$186,300
Median Home Value
-45% vs national
6.9%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in Channelview
The median home value in Channelview, TX is $186,300. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $1,202, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $1,187.
Rent-to-income ratio: 21.9%. This is within the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting housing is relatively affordable for median-income earners.
Income and Employment
The median household income in Channelview, TX is $65,775. The unemployment rate stands at 6.9%, with a labor force of 19,829 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.