Cost of Living in Houston, TX
Population: 2,300,419 • 2026 Data
$62,894
Median Household Income
-19% vs national
$1,313
Median Monthly Rent
-3% vs national
$253,400
Median Home Value
-25% vs national
6.7%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in Houston
The median home value in Houston, TX is $253,400. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $1,313, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $1,316.
Rent-to-income ratio: 25.1%. This is within the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting housing is relatively affordable for median-income earners.
Income and Employment
The median household income in Houston, TX is $62,894. The unemployment rate stands at 6.7%, with a labor force of 1,219,957 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.