Cost of Living in Pharr, TX
Population: 79,809 • 2026 Data
$49,884
Median Household Income
-36% vs national
$990
Median Monthly Rent
-27% vs national
$111,500
Median Home Value
-67% vs national
6.7%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in Pharr
The median home value in Pharr, TX is $111,500. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $990, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $852.
Rent-to-income ratio: 23.8%. This is within the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting housing is relatively affordable for median-income earners.
Income and Employment
The median household income in Pharr, TX is $49,884. The unemployment rate stands at 6.7%, with a labor force of 34,436 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.