Cost of Living in Rockwall, TX
Population: 49,605 • 2026 Data
$114,926
Median Household Income
+48% vs national
$1,832
Median Monthly Rent
+36% vs national
$382,400
Median Home Value
+13% vs national
3.9%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in Rockwall
The median home value in Rockwall, TX is $382,400. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $1,832, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $1,956.
Rent-to-income ratio: 19.1%. This is within the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting housing is relatively affordable for median-income earners.
Income and Employment
The median household income in Rockwall, TX is $114,926. The unemployment rate stands at 3.9%, with a labor force of 27,429 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.