Cost of Living in Rowlett, TX
Population: 64,139 • 2026 Data
$113,600
Median Household Income
+47% vs national
$1,964
Median Monthly Rent
+46% vs national
$342,400
Median Home Value
+1% vs national
3.8%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in Rowlett
The median home value in Rowlett, TX is $342,400. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $1,964, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $1,946.
Rent-to-income ratio: 20.7%. This is within the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting housing is relatively affordable for median-income earners.
Income and Employment
The median household income in Rowlett, TX is $113,600. The unemployment rate stands at 3.8%, with a labor force of 36,292 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.