Cost of Living in Houston County, TX

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

Median Income

$51,043

Median Rent

$819/mo

Median Home

$128,300

Affordability

529

Housing Cost Breakdown

Owning (20% down, 6.5%)

Mortgage (P&I)$649
Property Tax$112
Insurance$43

Total Monthly$804
% of Income18.9%

Renting

Median Rent$819
Renter's Insurance$25

Total Monthly$844
% of Income19.3%

Living in Houston County, Texas

Houston County has a median household income of $51,043 with housing costs that represent 18.9% of income for owners and 19.3% 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.