Cost of Living in Harlingen, TX
Population: 71,669 • 2026 Data
$55,891
Median Household Income
-28% vs national
$893
Median Monthly Rent
-34% vs national
$125,700
Median Home Value
-63% vs national
5.1%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in Harlingen
The median home value in Harlingen, TX is $125,700. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $893, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $837.
Rent-to-income ratio: 19.2%. This is within the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting housing is relatively affordable for median-income earners.
Income and Employment
The median household income in Harlingen, TX is $55,891. The unemployment rate stands at 5.1%, with a labor force of 31,150 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.