Cost of Living in Wylie, TX
Population: 58,991 • 2026 Data
$113,661
Median Household Income
+47% vs national
$1,985
Median Monthly Rent
+47% vs national
$350,100
Median Home Value
+3% vs national
3.9%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in Wylie
The median home value in Wylie, TX is $350,100. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $1,985, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $1,935.
Rent-to-income ratio: 21.0%. This is within the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting housing is relatively affordable for median-income earners.
Income and Employment
The median household income in Wylie, TX is $113,661. The unemployment rate stands at 3.9%, with a labor force of 32,095 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.