Cost of Living in Plano, TX
Population: 287,339 • 2026 Data
$108,649
Median Household Income
+40% vs national
$1,792
Median Monthly Rent
+33% vs national
$440,600
Median Home Value
+30% vs national
4.1%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in Plano
The median home value in Plano, TX is $440,600. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $1,792, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $1,829.
Rent-to-income ratio: 19.8%. This is within the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting housing is relatively affordable for median-income earners.
Income and Employment
The median household income in Plano, TX is $108,649. The unemployment rate stands at 4.1%, with a labor force of 161,868 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.