Cost of Living in Ellis County, TX

What does it cost to live in Ellis County? Income, housing, and affordability breakdown.

Median Income

$93,248

Median Rent

$1,345/mo

Median Home

$275,800

Affordability

424

Housing Cost Breakdown

Owning (20% down, 6.5%)

Mortgage (P&I)$1,395
Property Tax$345
Insurance$92

Total Monthly$1,832
% of Income23.6%

Renting

Median Rent$1,345
Renter's Insurance$25

Total Monthly$1,370
% of Income17.3%

Living in Ellis County, Texas

Ellis County has a median household income of $93,248 with housing costs that represent 23.6% of income for owners and 17.3% for renters. Housing costs are within the recommended 30% of income threshold.

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County-level data from U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 2022 5-Year Estimates. Additional sources: Bureau of Labor Statistics, Bureau of Economic Analysis. Estimates are county-level medians. This is not financial advice.