Cost of Living in Tyler, TX
Population: 107,718 • 2026 Data
$65,527
Median Household Income
-15% vs national
$1,199
Median Monthly Rent
-11% vs national
$216,400
Median Home Value
-36% vs national
4.7%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in Tyler
The median home value in Tyler, TX is $216,400. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $1,199, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $1,170.
Rent-to-income ratio: 22.0%. This is within the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting housing is relatively affordable for median-income earners.
Income and Employment
The median household income in Tyler, TX is $65,527. The unemployment rate stands at 4.7%, with a labor force of 54,097 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.