Cost of Living in Pearland, TX
Population: 125,983 • 2026 Data
$112,470
Median Household Income
+45% vs national
$1,759
Median Monthly Rent
+30% vs national
$330,900
Median Home Value
-2% vs national
3.1%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in Pearland
The median home value in Pearland, TX is $330,900. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $1,759, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $1,962.
Rent-to-income ratio: 18.8%. This is within the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting housing is relatively affordable for median-income earners.
Income and Employment
The median household income in Pearland, TX is $112,470. The unemployment rate stands at 3.1%, with a labor force of 65,533 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.