Cost of Living in Wharton County, TX

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

Median Income

$59,712

Median Rent

$894/mo

Median Home

$170,100

Affordability

440

Housing Cost Breakdown

Owning (20% down, 6.5%)

Mortgage (P&I)$860
Property Tax$215
Insurance$57

Total Monthly$1,132
% of Income22.7%

Renting

Median Rent$894
Renter's Insurance$25

Total Monthly$919
% of Income18%

Living in Wharton County, Texas

Wharton County has a median household income of $59,712 with housing costs that represent 22.7% of income for owners and 18% 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.