Cost of Living in Copperas Cove, TX
Population: 37,149 • 2026 Data
$68,900
Median Household Income
-11% vs national
$1,022
Median Monthly Rent
-24% vs national
$167,900
Median Home Value
-50% vs national
6.5%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in Copperas Cove
The median home value in Copperas Cove, TX is $167,900. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $1,022, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $1,070.
Rent-to-income ratio: 17.8%. This is within the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting housing is relatively affordable for median-income earners.
Income and Employment
The median household income in Copperas Cove, TX is $68,900. The unemployment rate stands at 6.5%, with a labor force of 18,364 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.