Cost of Living in Waxahachie, TX
Population: 43,591 • 2026 Data
$82,449
Median Household Income
+7% vs national
$1,495
Median Monthly Rent
+11% vs national
$307,900
Median Home Value
-9% vs national
2.6%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in Waxahachie
The median home value in Waxahachie, TX is $307,900. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $1,495, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $1,596.
Rent-to-income ratio: 21.8%. This is within the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting housing is relatively affordable for median-income earners.
Income and Employment
The median household income in Waxahachie, TX is $82,449. The unemployment rate stands at 2.6%, with a labor force of 22,949 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.