Cost of Living in Huntsville, TX
Population: 46,917 • 2026 Data
$45,401
Median Household Income
-41% vs national
$981
Median Monthly Rent
-27% vs national
$225,800
Median Home Value
-33% vs national
9.0%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in Huntsville
The median home value in Huntsville, TX is $225,800. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $981, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $983.
Rent-to-income ratio: 25.9%. This is within the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting housing is relatively affordable for median-income earners.
Income and Employment
The median household income in Huntsville, TX is $45,401. The unemployment rate stands at 9.0%, with a labor force of 20,681 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.