Cost of Living in La Porte, TX
Population: 36,077 • 2026 Data
$81,801
Median Household Income
+6% vs national
$1,327
Median Monthly Rent
-2% vs national
$217,100
Median Home Value
-36% vs national
4.8%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in La Porte
The median home value in La Porte, TX is $217,100. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $1,327, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $1,297.
Rent-to-income ratio: 19.5%. This is within the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting housing is relatively affordable for median-income earners.
Income and Employment
The median household income in La Porte, TX is $81,801. The unemployment rate stands at 4.8%, with a labor force of 18,071 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.