Cost of Living in New Braunfels, TX
Population: 98,700 • 2026 Data
$88,257
Median Household Income
+14% vs national
$1,536
Median Monthly Rent
+14% vs national
$315,100
Median Home Value
-7% vs national
3.7%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in New Braunfels
The median home value in New Braunfels, TX is $315,100. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $1,536, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $1,566.
Rent-to-income ratio: 20.9%. This is within the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting housing is relatively affordable for median-income earners.
Income and Employment
The median household income in New Braunfels, TX is $88,257. The unemployment rate stands at 3.7%, with a labor force of 53,387 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.