Cost of Living in Pasadena, TX
Population: 149,345 • 2026 Data
$64,270
Median Household Income
-17% vs national
$1,201
Median Monthly Rent
-11% vs national
$193,600
Median Home Value
-43% vs national
8.7%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in Pasadena
The median home value in Pasadena, TX is $193,600. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $1,201, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $1,141.
Rent-to-income ratio: 22.4%. This is within the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting housing is relatively affordable for median-income earners.
Income and Employment
The median household income in Pasadena, TX is $64,270. The unemployment rate stands at 8.7%, with a labor force of 71,347 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.