Cost of Living in Leander, TX
Population: 67,880 • 2026 Data
$140,180
Median Household Income
+81% vs national
$1,865
Median Monthly Rent
+38% vs national
$470,700
Median Home Value
+39% vs national
3.2%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in Leander
The median home value in Leander, TX is $470,700. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $1,865, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $2,199.
Rent-to-income ratio: 16.0%. This is within the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting housing is relatively affordable for median-income earners.
Income and Employment
The median household income in Leander, TX is $140,180. The unemployment rate stands at 3.2%, with a labor force of 38,776 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.