Cost of Living in Port Arthur, TX
Population: 55,779 • 2026 Data
$45,752
Median Household Income
-41% vs national
$996
Median Monthly Rent
-26% vs national
$96,900
Median Home Value
-71% vs national
7.8%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in Port Arthur
The median home value in Port Arthur, TX is $96,900. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $996, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $736.
Rent-to-income ratio: 26.1%. This is within the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting housing is relatively affordable for median-income earners.
Income and Employment
The median household income in Port Arthur, TX is $45,752. The unemployment rate stands at 7.8%, with a labor force of 21,540 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.