Cost of Living in College Station, TX
Population: 122,280 • 2026 Data
$51,776
Median Household Income
-33% vs national
$1,168
Median Monthly Rent
-13% vs national
$326,500
Median Home Value
-4% vs national
4.8%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in College Station
The median home value in College Station, TX is $326,500. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $1,168, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $1,251.
Rent-to-income ratio: 27.1%. This is within the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting housing is relatively affordable for median-income earners.
Income and Employment
The median household income in College Station, TX is $51,776. The unemployment rate stands at 4.8%, with a labor force of 64,476 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.